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Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Club of America, Inc.(Member of the American Kennel Club)

Sunday, May 14 - Friday, May 19, 2017National Specialty and Obedience/Rally Trial

& Independent Specialty

Event Numbers: Breed 2017491606 Obedience 2017491603 Sweepstakes 2017491604 Rally 2017491607 Futurity Independent Specialty 2017491624

Lehigh Hotel & Conference Center Best Western Plus300 Gateway Drive

Bethlehem, PA 18017

American Kennel Club CertificationPermission is granted by the American Kennel Club for the holding of thisevent under American Kennel Club Rules and Regulations.

James P. Crowley, Secretary

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Officers & Board of DirectorsPresident . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kelly Nevin Lovley1st Vice-President . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Alison Burns2nd Vice-President . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Allison AllenTreasurer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Amy NealSecretary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ann Hansen

0 North 567 Hernick Drive, Wheaton, IL 60187 E-Mail: hansen567@yahoo.com

Delegate to the American Kennel ClubCathy Cooper

DIRECTORSLaurie Carmody Jennie Chen Karen ConantAmy Pisarik Mike Rusk Chloe Sienkewicz

SHOW COMMITTEEShow Chairman Cheryl Gerzabek alastairgsmd@gmail.comJudges' Coordinator Allison Allen allikat81@gmail.comTreasurer Kelly Nevin kelly@prismgsmd.comWays & Means L Gillette/D Mitterando leslieg51@comcast.netWebsite Cheryl Gerzabek alastairgsmd@gmail.com

Committee ChairsDraft Trial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jim RasmussenOB/Rally Coord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Doreen HollyTop Twenty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Elizabeth CoitHotel Contact . . . . . . . . . . . . Mary Jo RasmussenRaffle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Janie Hecker

Catalog Ads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chloe SienkewiczWeight Pull . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Linda KaminskiPack Hike . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Danyelle SweeneyAwards Banquet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Debbie EcholsFB Coordinator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Allison Allen

Official Photographer Veterinarian On Call Veterinarian 24 HourJen Milani Lehigh Valley Animal Hospital Valley Central Emergency

www.showtimedesign.com 7122 Bath Pike Vet HospitalBath, PA 18104 210 Fullerton Avenue610 837-6188 Whitehall, PA 18052

610 435-5588

JUDGESCatherine O. Cooper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Box 4603, Martinsville, VA 24115

CONFORMATION & JUNIOR SHOWMANSHIPJanelle Kaiser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5444 East 450 South, Lafayette, IN 47905

SWEEPSTAKESLoreen Houha . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5864 Keimor Drive, Roscoe, IL 61073

FUTURITY/MATURITY Nancy Withers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Hain Avenue, Wernersville, PA 19565

OBEDIENCEMarilou McCloskey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Dunbar Lane, Medord, NJ 08055

RALLYCarol Brown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 502 Michael Street, Apt. #E, Kernersville, NC 27284

INDEPENDENT SPECIALTY CONFORMATION & JUNIORSMary Beth Usery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132 Rambling Drive, Marshfield, MO 65706

INDEPENDENT SPECIALTY SWEEPSTAKES

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Entry InformationEntries close at 6:00 P.M. Eastern Standard Time on Wednesday, April 26, 2017 at Rau DogShows in Reading, PA, after which time, entries cannot be accepted, cancelled, altered orsubstituted except as provided in Chapter 11, Section 6 of the Dog Show Rules.

Entry Fees - Each First Conformation Entry Fee includes $.50 AKC Recording Fee & $3.00 AKC EventService Fee (First Entry Only) Each Obedience Entry Fee includes $3.00 AKC Event Service Fee & $.50AKC Recording Fee (First Entry Only). A $3.50 AKC Recording Fee will be required for the first entryin Rally and $3.00 for each additional entry in Rally.

First Entry of a Dog - (Including Obedience) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $28.00Each Additional Entry of the Same Dog unless otherwise specified . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $25.00Stud Dog & Brood Bitch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $23.00Conformation Brace, 2-dog unit (dogs must be entered in a regular class) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $23.00Generation Class as unit (need not be entered in regular class) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $23.00Puppy Sweepstakes (must be entered in a regular class) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $25.00Veteran Sweepstakes (need not be entered in a regular class) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $25.00Futurity/Maturity (must be entered in a regular class) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $15.00Junior Showmanship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . NO FEEObedience/Rally Regular Classes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $28.00Obedience - Non-Regular Classes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $25.00

When a dog is entered in more than one class, the highest priced class is considered the first entry.If a dog is entered in any combination of Conformation, Obedience or Rally, you must pay the feefor the first entry of the dog in EACH event, as they are separate events. MOVE UP POLICY FOR THE SPECIALTY AND TRIALS: The Club will permit a move up to the next levelclass in accordance with AKC regulations. The request for a Move-Up must be made in writing and presentedto the Show Superintendent at least 30 minutes prior to the start of the specified event, show or trial. Moveup forms will be available at the Superintendent's Table.

The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Club of America will NOT be accepting Rally or Obedience entries for Dogslisted in the AKC Canine Partners Program, which included All American/Mixed Breed Dogs.

For Information and registration forms for working events, welcome party, seminars, and otherscheduled activities not included in this premium, see the 2017 GSMDCA National Specialty PlanningGuide at www.gsmdca.org

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Tentative Schedule of Events

Saturday, May 13, 2017AM & PM Workshops - Jan CollinsPack Hike - Schnecksville, PA

Sunday, May 14, 2017 AKC Herding - Birdsboro, PAAll-Breed Conformation - Lancaster KC, Lebanon, PA

Monday, May 15 2017 Draft TrialsWeight Pull Clinic

Tuesday, May 16, 2017 National Specialty Weight PullSeminar: First Aid with Dr. TubmanNational Specialty SweepstakesSeminar: Breed Standard DiscussionMembership Meeting Welcome Party

Wednesday, May 17, 2017Obedience & RallyPuppy MatchRegular ClassesNon-Regular Classes (except Veterans)Judges' EducationTop Twenty

Thursday, May 18, 2017Futurity/MaturityJunior ShowmanshipVeterans, Best of Breed JudgingAnnual Awards Banquet

Friday, May 19, 2017Independent Specialty SweepstakesIndependent Specialty Regular Classes.Veterans, Juniors, Best of Breed JudgingIndependent Specialty Weight Pull

AKC Herding Premium ListGo to www.gsmdca.org click National Specialty for Herding Premium

Sunday, May 14th Scarlett's Mill, Birdsboro, PATwo tests and two trials for HT and PT

This is an all-breed trial. Please send entries ASAP to make sure you get in

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Host HotelLehigh Hotel & Conference Center Best Western Plus

300 Gateway Drive, Bethlehem, PA 18017610-866-5800

Standard Room $99/night plus tax INCLUDING full hot breakfast buffetRate INCLUDES pet fee (3 pets maximum)

Each guestroom will be expected to sign a waiver for any damage to the room and will be inspected priorto departure by a Hotel representative. The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Club will provide each attendee/hotelguest with plastic sheets for use underneath pet crates to protect carpeting. Pets must be crated at all timeswhen left unattended in guestrooms. Pets may NOT be bathed or groomed in guestrooms. A flat cleaningfee of $50.00 per guestroom will be charged to any room requiring excessive cleaning due to hotel guest(s)not cleaning up after their pet. All guestrooms with two double beds will have 5 bath towels, 2 hand towels,and 4 wash cloths provided by the hotel daily. If towels are missing or excessively soiled, a $25.00 towelreplacement fee per set per day will be charged. Complimentary shuttle service is available fom the LehighValley International Airport.

RV Parking: RV Parking is available. The RV Parking Fee is $25.00 per night. There is a limit of 20 RVSpaces. Please contact the hotel for the RV Form.

Airports/transportationLehigh Valley International Airport Approximately 4 miles (7 minutes to show site)3311 Airport Road, Allentown, PA 18109800-359-5842 or 610-266-6000Airport Code ABEwww.flylvia.com

Philadelphia International Airport Approximately 70 miles (90 minutes to show site)8000 Essington Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19153215-937-6937Airport Code PHLwww.phl.org

Newark Liberty International Airport Approximately 68 miles (85 minutes to show site)1 Brewster Road, Newark, NJ 07114973-961-6000Airport Code EWRwww.panynj.gov/airports/newark-liberty.html

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RIBBON PRIZESRegular Classes

First Prize . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Blue RosetteSecond Prize. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Red RosetteThird Prize. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Yellow RosetteFourth Prize. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . White RosetteWinners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Purple RosetteReserve Winners. . . . . . . Purple & White RosetteSelect . . . . . . . . . . . . . Light Blue & White RosetteBest of Winners. . . . . . . . . . Blue & White RosetteBest of Breed . . . . . . . . . . Purple & Gold RosetteJudges' Award of Merit in BOB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dark Green RosetteBest Junior Handler . . . . . Rose & Green RosetteHighest Scoring Dog

in Regular Classes . . . . . Blue & Gold RosetteHighest Scoring Dog in Open

& Utility Combined . . . . Blue & Green RosetteQualifying Score in Obedience. . . . . . . . . . . . Dark Green RosetteQualifying Score in Rally . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dark Green RosetteHighest Scoring Dog in Advanced B &

Excellent B Combined . Blue & Green Rosette

Non-Regular ClassesFirst Prize . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rose RosetteSecond Prize. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Brown RosetteThird Prize . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Light Green RosetteFourth Prize. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gray RosetteBest Puppy in Regular Classes . . . . . . . . Dark Green RosetteBest Bred-by-Exhibitor . . . . Dark Green RosetteBest Veteran from Veteran Classes . . . . . . . . Dark Green RosetteBest in Puppy Sweepstakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pink & Green RosetteBest of Opposite Sex to Best in Puppy Sweepstakes . Lavender RosetteBest in Veteran Sweepstakes . . . . . . . . . . Pink & Green RosetteBest of Opposite Sex to Best in Vetean Sweepstakes Lavender RosetteBest Puppy Futurity & Best Junior Maturity . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pink RosetteBOS Puppy Futurity & BOS Junior Maturity . . . . . . . . . . . . Lavender RosetteBest Junior Futurity & Best Senior Maturity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pink RosetteBOS Best Junior Futurity & BOS Senior Maturity . . . . . . . Lavender RosetteGrand Futurity & Grand Maturity Winner. . . . . . . . . Pink & Green Rosette

JUDGES AWARD OF MERITAwards of Merit will be awarded after Best of Breed judging is completed to Greater SwissMountain Dogs in the Best of Breed Competition that exemplify the breed's characteristics. Theseawards are reserved for those quality animals the judge feels are worth of final consideration forBest of Breed. The dogs selected for Best of Breed, Best of Opposite Sex to Best of Breed,Select Dog and Select Bitch are not eligible for an Award of merit. At the judge's discretion, up tosix (60 awards of merit will be awarded in the Best of Breed competition, which shall includemoveups, Winners Dog, Winners Bitch and first place in Veteran Dog and Bitch Classes.

Bred-by-Exhibitor (BBE) Class Eligibility (revised 09/02)All dogs entered int he Bred by Exhibitor Class must be individually registered with the AKC. The personhandling the dog must be a breeder of record of the dog and an owner of record of the dog. To exhibit inthis class, family members must be a breeder and owner of record.

Best Puppy in Regular Puppy ClassThe first place winners from the individual Regular Puppy Classes (6-9 mos and 9-12 mos) will compete forthe award of Best Puppy in the Regular Classes. Best Puppy competition will follow Winners Bitch judging.

Best Bred-by-Exhibitor in Bred-by-exhibitor ClassesThe first place winners from the individual Bred-by-Exhibitor Classes will compete for the award of Best Bred-by-Exhibitor. Best Bred-by-Exhibitor competition will follow Winners Bitch judging on Wednesday.

Owner-Handled Best of BreedAll dogs that are owner/handled and are not owned or exhibited by professional handlers meet the requirementsfor this competition. Exhibitors must declare their dog is Owner/Handled eligible at the time of entry usingthe check box on the entry form. Eligible dogs will be identified by an asterisk in the steward's book and thecatalog. Dogs must be handled throughtout the competition by an eligible owner. Professional handlersmay not exhibit the dog in this competition.

The Owner handled Best of Breed will be slected fromt he dogs that are eligible to compete in the Best ofBreed competition including Winners Dog, Winners Bitch and winners of the non-regular classes.

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Best Veteran in the Veteran ClassesThe First place winners from the Veteran Classes will compete for the award of Best Veteran and Best ofOpposite Veteran. Best Veteran competition will follow Best of Breed judging on Wednesday.

Non-regular (Additional) Classes Involving Single Dog Entries - National SpecialtyThe following Classes are offered for Dogs and Bitches

Veterans, 7 yrs & under 9 yrsVeterans, 9 yrs & under 11 yrs

Veterans, 11 yrs & over

Independent SpecialtyVeterans, 7-9 years

Veterans 9 Years & overVeterans Note: 1st place Winners of Veteran Dog and Veteran Bitch classes are eligible to compete for Bestof Breed if undefeated in any other classes at this show. Ribbon prizes will be awarded for first through fourthplace in each class. Neutered Dogs and Spayed Bitches may be entered.

Non-regular Classes Involving Multiple Dog Entries

As the judge's decision in the Non-Regular Classes involving Mutliple Dog Entries is based on the meritsof more than one dog or bitch, no one of the dogs or bitches making up the entry judged first in these classeswill be eligible to compete for Best of Breed by virtue of having won these classes.

Stud Dog Class - For Stud Dog and a minimum of two (2); maximum of four (4) of their Get.It is not necessary that the Get be under the same ownerhsip as that of the Stud Dog. The Stud Dog maybe entered separately in one of the regular classes, or if a Champion of Record in Best of Breed Competition,but MUST be entered inthe Stud Dog Class, the Get MUST be entered in one of the regular classes. TheStud Dog shall be considered as one entry and requires one entry fee, this being the regular fee plus theadditional class fee if the Stud Dog is entered in another Class. The Stud Dog must be shown in the ringwith the Get. The class will be judged on the merirs of the Get.Note - Chapter 11, Section 8, of the AKC Rules Applying to Dog Shows, provides neutered ddogs may beentered as the Stud Dog.

Brood Bitch Class - Same as for the Stud Dog except substitute Brood Bitch for Stud Dog and Producefor Get.

Brace Class - Full particulars for each dog entered must be given on individual Official AKC Entry Forms.Two dogs of the same recognized breed or variety that are similiar in appearance, performing in unison andpresented by a meximum of two handlers. Both dogs competing in brace competition must have at least onecommon owner.

Generation Class - Three dogs with one exhibit from each generation of a three generation pedigree regardlessof sex, exhibited from oldest to youngest. Neuetered dogs and spayed bitches are eligible. Ownership doesnot need to be identical. Dog #1 - Father or Mother; Dog #2 - Son or Daughter; Dog #3 - Grandson orGranddaughter of Dog #1 and Son or Daughter of Dog #2. Dogs entered in the Generations Class do notneed to be entered in a regular class.

When making entries in the Multiple Dog Entry Classes...Please indicate on the entry forms as to which dog(s) are to make up tht entry in each Brace, Stud Dog, BroodBitch or Generations Classes. If there is to be more than one Brace, please indicate "Brace 1", "Brace 2",etc.

CLASSIFICATIONRegular Classes

Puppy Dogs, 6 months & under 9 months Amateur-Owner-Handler DogsPuppy Dogs, 9 months & under 12 months Bred-by-Exhibitor DogsDogs, 12 to 18 months American-Bred DogsNovice Dogs Open Dogs

WINNERS DOG(Same classes for Bitches)

BEST OF BREED COMPETITION

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JUNIOR SHOWMANSHIP COMPETITIONAKC Junior Handler Numbers are now required for entry in Junior Showmanship Competition. Numbers may

be obtained from the American Kennel Club - PHONE: (919) 233-9767.For additional information contact American Kennel Club, Junior Showmanship, P. O. Box 900051, Raleigh,NC 27675. Phone (919) 233-9767 or E-Mail: juniors@akc.orgEntry blank MUST be filled out with the necessary information, otherwise the entry in JuniorShowmanship will not be accepted.NOVICE JUNIOR CLASS: For Boys and Girls who are at least 9 years old and under 12 years old on the

day of the show and who, at the time entries close, have not won three First Places with competitionpresent in a Novice Class at a licensed or member show.

NOVICE INTERMEDIATE CLASS: For Boys and Girls who are at least 12 years old and under 15 yearsold on the day of the show and who, at the time entries close, have not won three First Places, withcompetition present, in a Novice Class at a licensed or member show.

NOVICE SENIOR CLASS: For Boys and Girls who are at least 15 years old and under 18 years old on theday of the show and who, at the time entries close, have not won three First Places, with competitionpresent, in a Novice Class at a licensed or member show.

OPEN JUNIOR CLASS: For Boys and Girls who are at least 9 years old and under 12 years old on the dayof the show and who, at the time entries close, have won three First Places, with competition present,in a Novice Showmanship Class at a licensed or member show.

OPEN INTERMEDIATE CLASS: For Boys and Girls who are at least 12 years old and under 15 years oldon the day of the show and who, at the time entries close, have won three First Places, with competitionpresent, in a Novice Class at a licensed or member show.

OPEN SENIOR CLASS: For Boys and Girls who are least 15 years old and under 18 years old on the dayof the show and who, at the time entries close, have won three First Places, with competition present,in a Novice Showmanship Class at a licensed or member show.

MASTER CLASS: This Class will be for boys and girls who are at least 9 years old and under 18 years onthe day of the show, and who have won the 10 Best Junior wins with competition. The calendar for thisclass will consistent with the eligibility dates for the AKC Eukanuba National Championship. All Juniorsmeeting the criteria for this class are required to entry the Master Class and may change their entry theday of the show if entries have already closed. Once the eligibility time frame for that year has passedall participants return to the Open Class to complete for the following year.

Competition must exist for Best Junior Handler.

NOTICEJUNIORS WITH A DOG ALSO ENTERED IN ANOTHER CLASS OFFERED AT THIS SHOW WHOSUBSTITUTE A DOG NOT ENTERED IN THIS SHOW MUST REMIT THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN JUNIORONLY AND JUNIOR AS AN ADDITIONAL CLASS ENTRY FEE. JUNIORS WHO HAVE ENTERED JUNIORSHOWMANSHIP ONLY WHO THEN SUBSTITUTE ANOTHER DOG WILL NOT BE CHARGED A FURTHERFEE.

Obedience Trial ClassificationBITCHES IN SEASON. Since bitches in season are not permitted to compete in Obedience Trials, the Club will

refund all but seven dollars of the entry fee for bitches unable to compete for that reason. The Superintendent mustbe notified of such claim for refund at the show or by letter postmarked MAY 14, 2017 or earlier.

REGULAR CLASSESNovice A Open A Utility ANovice B Open B Utility B

OPTIONAL TITLING CLASSESBeginner Novice A Beginner Novice B

NON-REGULAR CLASSESBrace Veteran Team

Veteran Class - The Veterans Class will be for dogs that have an obedience title and are at least 7 yearsold on the date of the trial. The exercises will be performed and judged as in the Novice Class. Dogs maybe entered in another class or classes.

Team Obedience Class - The Team Class will be for teams of any four dogs that are eligible under theseregulations. Five dogs may be entered, one to be considered an alternate for which no entry fee will be required.However, the same four dogs will perform all exercises. Dogs may be handled by the owner or any otherperson, need not be entered in another class at the same trial, and need not have obedience titles. A separateofficial entry form will be completed in full for each dog entered.

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Rally Trial ClassificationBITCHES IN SEASON. Since bitches in season are not permitted to compete in Obedience Trials, the Club will

refund all but seven dollars of the entry fee for bitches unable to compete for that reason. The Superintendent mustbe notified of such claim for refund at the show or by letter postmarked MAY 14, 2017 or earlier.

REGULAR CLASSESNovice A Advanced A Excellent ANovice B Advanced B Excellent B

NON-REGULAR CLASSESTeam

SWEEPSTAKESThe Sweepstakes are open to all Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs and bitches that are at least 6 months old,but not more than 18 months old ont he day of the show. Entry shown in Sweepstakes must be entered inone of the regular classes at the regular entry fee and on the regular entry form. Indicate your SweepstakesClass with the age division in the space provided for "Additional Class".Professional Handlers will not be allowed to exhibit any dog they do not own or co-own.

ClassificationDogs, 6 months and under 9 monthsDogs, 9 months and under 12 monthsDogs, 12 months and under 15 monthsDogs, 15 months and under 18 months

(Same Classes for Bitches)

Prize Money30% of total entry fees will be retained by the Club for expenses. The remaining 70% will be divided as follows:

First Prize . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30% of of Sweepstakes entriesSecond Prize. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20% of of Sweepstakes entriesThird Prize. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15% of of Sweepstakes entriesFourth Prize. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10% of Sweepstakes entriesBest in Sweepstakes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15% of Sweepstakes entriesBest of Opposite Sex to Best in Sweepstakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10% of Sweepstakes entries

VETERAN SWEEPSTAKES REQUIREMENTS & CLASSIFICATION

Veteran Sweepstakes are open to all Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs and bitches that are 7 years f age andolder on the day of the show. Dogs do not have to be entered in a regular class. Veteran Sweepstakes Classand age division must be indicated ont he entry form. Neutered dogs and spayed bitches may be enteredin Veteran Sweepstakes only or as an additional class.

Classification - National SpecialtyVeteran Dogs, 7 Years & Under 9 YearsVeteran Dogs, 9 Years & under 11 Years

Veteran Dogs, 11 Years & Older(Same Classes for Bitches)

Classification - Independent SpecialtyVeteran Dogs, 7 Years & Under 9 Years

Veteran Dogs, 9 Years & over

Division of Entry Money as Prizes30% of total entry fees will be retained by the Club for expenses. The remaining 70% will be divided as follows:

First Prize . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30% of of Sweepstakes entriesSecond Prize. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20% of of Sweepstakes entriesThird Prize. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15% of of Sweepstakes entriesFourth Prize. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10% of Sweepstakes entriesBest in Sweepstakes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15% of Sweepstakes entriesBest of Opposite Sex to Best in Sweepstakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10% of Sweepstakes entries

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FUTURITY/MATURITYProfessional Handlers will not be allowed to exhibit any dog they do not own or co-own.

Entry for Futurity Stake JudgingA. Puppies are eligible only for the Futurity Stake which occurs in conjunction with the first GSMDCA National

Specialty Show held on or after the date that they reach six (6) months of age and are not eligible forSubsequent Futurity Stake judging. Champions of Record are eligible to compete.

B. Futurity entrants must also be entered in one of the regular classes at the GSMDCA National SpecialtyShow. Fee for this class must be paid.

C. Futurity Stake entry form must be indicated as an additional entry of the official AKC entry form.

Division of ClassesFuturity Stake shall be divided into four age classifications:

a) 6 months and under 9 months, Puppyb) 9 months and under 12 months, Puppyc) 12 months and under 15 months, Juniorb) Over 15 months, Junior

Division of Total Futurity Stake MoniesTotal Futurity Stake monies shall first be divided as follows:

a) 25% to Futurity Stake Operating Expense Fundb) 75% to be divided as specified between the Futurity Stake winners.

Entry for Maturity Stake JudgingA. Puppies are eligible only for the Maturity Stake which occurs in conjunction with the second GSMDCA

National Specialty Show held on or after the date that they reach six (6) months of age and are not eligiblefor Subsequent Maturity Stake judging. Champions of record are eligible to compete.

B. Maturity entrants must also be entered in one of the regular classes at the GSMDCA National SpecialtyShow. Fee for this class must be paid.

C. Maturity Stake entry must be indicated as an additional entry on the official AKC entry form.

Division of ClassesMaturity Stake shall be divided into two age classifications:

a) Under 24 months, Juniorb) Over 24 months, Senior

Division of Total Maturity Stake MoniesTotal Maturity Stake monies shall first be divided as follows:

a) 25% to Maturity Stake Operating Expense Fundb) 75% to be divided as specified between the Maturity Stake winners

For entire Futurity/Maturity Rules see www.gsmdca.org

National Specialty PrizesBest of Breed, Handcrafted Leather Swiss Bag offered by Alan McFadden & Debbie Echols.Best of Winners, Leather Bag offered by Shamrock Swissies.Best of Opposite Sex to Best of Breed, Handcrafted Leather Swiss Bag offered by Robin Ney, Rivendell

Greater Swiss.Select Dog, Led with engraved plate offered by Mike & Amber Rusk, Crown Swissies.Select Bitch, Lead with engraved plate offered by Kristen Langan.Best Owner Handled, Leather Bag offered by Phillip & Sarah Jensen.1st Award of Merit, Lead with engraved plate offered by Kristen Langan.2nd Award of Merit, Lead with engraved plate offered by Sue Copeland.3rd Award of Merit, Lead with engraved plate offered by Bonnie Huett.4th Award of Merit, Lead with engraved plate offered by Mike & Amber Rusk, Crown Swissies.5th Award of Merit, Lead with engraved plate offered by Megan Westenmeyer.6th Award of Merit, Lead with engraved plate offered by Lori Ciccone.Winners Dog, Lead with engraved plate offered by Sue Copeland.Reserve Winners Dog, Lead with engraved plate offered by IMO CH Brie'sway Trommler.Winners Bitch, Lead with engraved plate offered by Domus GSMD.Reserve Winners Bitch, Lead with engraved plate offered by Mary Spaar.Best Puppy, Leather Slip Lead offered by Lisa Simonsen, Painted Mountain Ranch.Best Bred-by-exhibitor, Leather Slip Lead offered by Tina Bailey.Best Veteran, Crate pad offered by Sue Copeland.Best of Opposite Sex to Best Veteran, Crate pad offered by Allison Allen.

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All First Place winners in the following classes will receive a Collar and Kennel Lead. All 2nd-4th place winnersin the following classes will receive a kennel lead.6-9 Mos Puppy Dog, offered by Dawn & Bob Fralick, Swamp Oak Swisses.9-12 Mos Puppy Dog, offered by Deanna Never.12-18 Mos Dog, offered by Jan Collins.Novice Dog, offered by Katie & Randy Markley.AOH Dog, offered by Joanne Schottinger.Bred-by-Exhibitor Dog, offered by Megan Westenmeyer.American-Bred Dog, offered by Bob & Andrea Haubrick.Open Dog, offered by Tracy MacEachern.6-9 Mos Puppy Bitch, offered by Camille Sybert, Coppervines GSMD.9-12 Mos Puppy Bitch, offered by Ann Hansen.12-18 Mos Bitch, offered by Dori & Steve Likevich.Novice Bitch, offered by Judy Brown Fletcher.AOH Bitch, offered by Randy & Katie Markley.Bred-by-Exhibitor Bitch, offered by Tina Bailey.American-Bred Bitch, offered by Carol Gehret.Open Bitch, offered by Lori Houha.Veteran Dog 7-9 yrs, offered by Joanne Schottinger.Veteran Dog 9-11 yrs, offered by Bit-A-Swissy IMO Bridger.Veteran Dog 11+ yrs, offered by Dan Campeau.Veteran Bitch 7-9 yrs, offered by Ann Hansen.Veteran Bitch 9-11 yrs, offered by Bit-A-Swissy IMO Bridger.Veteran Bitch 11+ yrs, offered IMO Blanche "Robbie" Roberts.Brace, Embroidered Bag offered IMO Spencer & Bojangles, Dave & Cheryl Gerzabek.

First Place Winners in the following classes receive a Embroidered Bag.All 2nd-4th place winners in the following classes will receive a Mug.Stud Dog, offered by Tom & April Bender.Brood Bitch, offered by Lori Ciccone.Generations, offered by Donna Rollins.

Junior ShowmanshipBest Junior Handler, Leather Grooming Bag offered by Cathy Cooper, Shadetree Kennels.

All First Place Winners in the following classes receive an Amazon Gift Card.All 2nd-4th place winners in the following classes will receive a NS Logo Pin.Novice Junior, offered by Michelle & Jon Sheppard.Novice Intermediate, offered by Lynne Kenney.Novice Senior, offered by Melissa Bryant.Open Junior, offered by Helene Nathanson.Open Intermediate, offered by Bridgette Rhinehart, Brush Creek Farm.Open Senior, offered by Jessica & Hanna Fournell-Ferrall.Master, offered by Stephen Hewitt & Mercedes Meyer.

National Specialty Sweepstakes PrizesBest Veteran, Etched Cookie Jar offered by Peter Ziegler.Best of Opposite Sex to Best in Veteran Sweepstakes, Etched Cookie Jar offered by Bit-A-Swissy IMO

Lillabit.Best Puppy in Sweepstakes, Etched Cookie Jar offered by Tracy MacEachern.Best of Opposite Sex to Best Puppy in Sweepstakes, Etched Cookie Jar offered by Phreddie Sienkewicz.

All First Place Winners in the following classes receive an Embroidered Bath Towel.All 2nd-4th place winners in the following classes will receive an embroidered Hand Towel.

Puppy Sweepstakes6-9 Mos Puppy Dog, offered by Tracy MacEachern.9-12 Mos Puppy Dog, offered by Diane Schmidt & Nina Comanto.12-15 Mos Dog, offered by Jennifer Mangiapelo.15-18 Mos Dog, offered by Dori & Steve Likevich.6-9 Mos Puppy Bitch, offered by Kathy Kimmeth.9-12 Mos Puppy Bitch, offered by Diane Schmidt & Nina Comanto.12-15 Mos Bitch, offered by Rebecca Martin.15-18 Mos Bitch, offered by Kelly Stover.

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Veteran SweepstakesDogs 7-9 years, offered by Kathleen Borgmeyer, LandofSwissies IMO Patrick.Dogs 9-11 yrs, offered by Linda Kaminski.Dogs 11 yrs and over, offered by Val Gutherie IMO Boulder.Bitches 7-9 yrs, offered by Doug & Jessie Bell.Bitches 9-11 yrs, offered by Lori Houha.Bitches 11 yrs and over, offered by Bit-A-Swissy IMO Lillabit.

National Specialty Futurity PrizesBest Futurity Puppy, Etched Vase offered by Skip & Karen Conant, RidgeBridge Farm.Best of Opposite Sex to Best in Futurity Puppy, Etched Vase offered by Skip & Karen Conant, RidgeBridge

Farm.Best Futurity Junior, Etched Vase offered by Laurie Carmody, Matterhorn GSMD.Best of Opposite Sex to Best Futurity Junior, Etched Vase offered by Rita Rimler.Grand Futurity Winner, Lead with Engraved Plate offered by Jeff & Holly Webb, Rodeo.All First Place Winners in the following classes receive a Travel Mug.All 2nd-4th place winners in the following classes will receive a Tug Toy.6-9 mos Puppy Dog, offered by Lori Haley.9-12 mos Puppy Dog, offered by Sharon Gardner.12-15 mos Dog, offered by Phillip & Sarah Jensen.15 mos & Over Junior Dog, offered by Helene Nathanson.6-9 mos Puppy Bitch, offered by Laurie Carmody, Matterhorn GSMD.9-12 mos Puppy Bitch, offered by Todd & Sandi Snyder.12-15 mos Bitch, offered by Phillip & Sarah Jensen.15 mos & Over Junior Bitch, offered by Norm & DeLena Christensen, Snowy Mountain Farm.

National Specialty Maturity PrizesBest Maturity Junior, Etched Vase offered by Kathleen Graeser.Best of Opposite Sex to Best in Maturity Junior, Etched Vase offered by Frank & Brigitte Rhinehart, Brush

Creek Farm.Best Maturity Senior, Etched Vase offered by Frank & Brigitte Rhinehart, Brush Creek Farm.Best of Opposite Sex to Best Maturity Senior, Etched Vase offered by Peter Ziegler.Grand Maturity Winner, Lead with Engraved Plate offered by Mary Jo & Jim Rasmussen, Double Q Swissies.All First Place Winners in the following classes receive a Travel Mug.All 2nd-4th place winners in the following classes will receive a Tug Toy.Under 24 Month Dog, offered by Frank & Brigitte Rhinehart, Brush Creek Farm.Over 24 Month Dog, offered by Frank & Brigitte Rhinehart, Brush Creek Farm.Under 24 Month Bitch, offered by Frank & Brigitte Rhinehart, Brush Creek Farm.Over 24 Month Bitch, offered by Frank & Brigitte Rhinehart, Brush Creek Farm.

National Specialty Obedience and Rally Trial PrizesA qualifying score is required for the awarding of ribbons and prizes in all Regular and Optional TitlingObedience Trial Classes. Scores from the Optional Titling & Non-Regular Obedience Trial Classes shall notcount toward any high scoring prize. A qualifying score is not required for the awarding of any ribbons orprizes in the Non-Regular obedience Classes.High in Trial, Handcrafted Leather Swiss Bag offered by Laurie Carmody, Matterhorn GSMD.High Combined, Handcrafted Leather Swiss Bag offered by Diana Iannaccone.All First Place Winners in the following classes receive a Tug Treat Bag.All 2nd-4th place winners in the following classes will receive a Tug Toy.Highest Scoring Beginner Novice A, offered by Sue Copeland.Highest Scoring Beginner Novice B, offered by Chris Knorr.Highest Scoring Novice A, offered by Ronald & Pamela Capelli.Highest Scoring Novice B, offered by Sue Copeland.Highest Scoring Open A, offered by Yvonne Peregoy.Highest Scoring Open B, offered by Elliott Fields.Highest Scoring Utility A, offered by Yvonne Peregoy.Highest Scoring Utility B, offered by Elliott Fields.Highest Scoring Veteran, offered by Debbie Fields.Highest Scoring Brace, offered by Carol & Joe Neuman, Kismet Swissies.Team OB, offered by Elliott Fields.Team OB, offered by Frank & Brigitte Rhinehart, Brush Creek Farm.Team OB, offered by Kelly Nevin Lovley, Prism GSMD.Team OB, offered by Janelle Kaiser, Seneca Swissies.Veterans, offered by Chris Knorr.

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Qualifying Score, offered by Ronald & Pamela Capelli.Qualifying Score, offered by Nancy Anderson.Qualifying Score, offered by Mary Jo & Jim Rasmussen, Double Q Swissies.Qualifying Score, offered by Kelly Nevin Lovley, Prism GSMD.Qualifying Score, offered by Carol & Joe Neuman, Kismet Swissies.Qualifying Score, offered by Southbound GSMDC.Qualifying Score, offered by Sharon Gardner.

Rally PrizesAll First Place Winners in the following classes receive a Tug Treat Bag.All 2nd-4th place winners in the following classes will receive a Tug Toy.High Score Rally Novice A, offered by Chris Knorr.High Score Rally Novice B, offered by Virginia O'Rorke.High Score Rally Advanced A, offered by Phillip & Sarah Jensen.High Score Rally Advanced B, offered by Eric & Diana Gartz.High Score Rally Excellent A, offered by Deb Meno-Pollpeter.High Score Rally Excellent B, offered by Chris Lero.Rally Team, offered by Nancy Kerchner & Julie Comer, IMO George.Rally Team, offered by Elliot Fields.Rally Team, offered by Peter Ziegler.Rally Team, offered by Kelly Nevin Lovley, Prism GSMD.

All qualifying scores will receive a Tug Toy.Qualifying Score x2, offered by Jan Collins.Qualifying Score, offered by Jim & Mary Jo Rasmussen, Double Q Swissies.Qualifying Score 3, offered by Kelly Nevin Lovley, Prism GSMD.Qualifying Score, offered by Carol & Joe Neuman, Kismet Swissies.Qualifying Score, offered by Southbound GMSDC.Qualifying Score, offered by Sharon Gardner.Qualifying Score, offered by Christina Rossetti, Alpha Dog K9.Qualifying Score x2, offered by Eric & Diana Gartz.

HerdingAll First Place winners in the following classes will receive a Clean Run Gift Certificate.High in Trial (Trial 1), offered by Kristen Langan.High in Trial (Trial 2), offered by Chris Knorr.High in Trial Reserve (Trial 1), offered by Chris Knorr.High in Trial Reserve (Trial 2), offered by Kelly Nevin Lovley, Prism GSMD.

All Title Earners will receive a Tug Toy.Qualifiers in Trial 1 will receive a Sheep Tug Toy.Qualifiers in Trial 2 will receive a New England Brass Bell.HT Title x3, offered by GSMD Club of the Rockies.HT Title, offered by Kathy Plowucha.PT Title, offered by Domus GSMC IMO Lyric.PT Title, offered by Kelly Nevin Lovley, Prism GSMD.PT Title x3, offered by Dave & Cheryl Gerzabek, Alastair GSMD.Qualifying Leg x 2, offered by Joshua Gauthier.Qualifying Leg x 2, offered by Jan Collins.Qualifying Leg, offered by Jim & Mary Jo Rasmussen, Double Q Swissies.Qualifying Leg x 3, offered by Kelly Nevin Lovley, Prism GSMD.Qualifying Leg, offered by Christina Rossetti, Alpha Dog K9.Qualifying Leg, offered by Carol & Joe Neuman, Kismet Swissies.Qualifying Leg x 2, offered by Southbound GSMDC.

Independent Specialty PrizesAll winners in the following classes will receive a Stained Glass Swiss Cross of various sizes.Best of Breed, offered by Tracy MacEachern.Best of Winners, offered by Sue Copeland.Best of Opposite Sex to Best of Breed, offered by Tracy MacEachern.Select Dog, offered by Lisa & Alan England, Silver Oak Swissies.Select Bitch, offered by Swiss Bits.Owner Handled, offered by Joshua Gaulthier.

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1st Award of Merit, offered by Corrine Matchett.2nd Award of Merit, offered by Michelle Slate, RamsGate GSMD IMO Maggie.Winners Dog, offered by Kris Van Laningham.Reserve Winners Dog, offered by Stephen Hewitt & Mercedes Meyer.Winners Bitch, offered by Anna Wallace.Reserve Winners Bitch, offered by Susan Ottolini.Best Puppy, offered by Peter Ziegler.Best Bred-by-Exhibitor, offered by Jim & Mary Jo Rasmussen, Double Q Swissies.Best Veteran Dog, offered IMO BISS CH Snowy Mountain Knight of Winter TT CGC.Best Veteran Bitch, offered by Allison Allen.

All First Place winners in the following classes will receive a Stained Glass Swiss Cross.All 2nd-4th place winners in the following classes will receive a Swiss Cross Cookie from Mountain Dog Cookie

Company.6-9 Puppy Dog, offered by Sue Copeland.9-12 Puppy Dog, offered by Kris Van Laningham.12-18 Dog, offered by Dawn & Bob Fralick, Swamp Oak Swissies.Novice Dog, offered by Stephen Hewitt & Mercedes Meyer.AOH Dog, offered by Joanne Schottinger.Bred-by-Exhibitor Dog, offered by Tina Bailey.American-Bred Dog, offered by Sue Copeland.Open Dog, offered by Jennifer Logan & Steve Borst.6-9 Puppy Bitch, offered by Kris Van Laningham.9-12 Puppy Bitch, offered by Todd & Sandi Snyder.12-18 Bitch, offered by Dawn & Bob Fralick, Swamp Oak Swissies.Novice Bitch, offered by Stephen Hewitt & Mercedes Meyer.AOH Bitch, offered by Andrea Christenson, Hope Springs Farm IMO Wildest Dream Masala Moonlight "Alli".Bred-by-Exhibitor Bitch, offered by Tina Bailey.American-Bred Bitch, offered by Sue Copeland.Open Bitch, offered by Jennifer Logan & Steve Borst.Veteran Dog 7-9 yrs, offered by Robbie & Mike Diffey, IMO Cowboy.Veteran Dog 9+ yrs, offered by Jennifer Logan & Steve Borst.Veteran Bitch 7-9 yrs, offered by Robbie & Mike Diffey, IMO Cowboy.Veteran Bitch 9+ yrs, offered by Jennifer Logan & Steve Borst.

Puppy SweepstakesWinners in the following classes will reveive a Stained Glass Heart & Paws.Best Puppy in Sweepstakes, offered by Jim & Mary Jo Rasmussen, Double Q Swissies.Best of Opposite Sex to Best Puppy in Sweepstakes, offered by Kim Floyd.

All first Place winners in the following classes will receive a Stained Glass Heart & Paws.2nd-4th place winners in the following classes will receive a stuffed toy.

6-9 Puppy Dog, offered by Helene Nathanson.9-12 Puppy Dog, offered by Molly & Lacey McNally, Geveden Chew Crew.12-15 Dog, offered by Tom & April Bender.15-18 Dog, offered by Michelle Charters, Firefly Swissies.6-9 Puppy Bitch, offered by Kim Woollard.6-9 Puppy Bitch, offered by Kim Woollard.12-15 Bitch, offered by Tom & April Bender.15-18 Bitch, offered by Michelle Charters, Firefly Swissies.

Veteran SweepstakesWinners in the following classes will reveive a Stained Glass Heart & Paws.Best Veteran in Sweepstakes, offered by Skip & Karen Conant, RidgeBridge Farm.Best of Opposite Sex to Best Veteran in Sweepstakes, offered by Linda Kaminiski.

All first Place winners in the following Sweepstakes classes will receive a Stuffed Toy.7-9 Dog, offered by Nancy Anderson.9+ Dog, offered by Joanne Schottinger.7-9 Bitch, offered by Michelle Slate, RamsGate GSMD IMO Maggie.9+ Bitch, offered by Michelle Slate, RamsGate GSMD IMO Maggie.

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Junior ShowmanshipWinners in the following classes will receive a Stained Glass Swiss Cross.Best Junior Handler, offered by Dave & Cheryl Gerzabek, Alastair GSMD.

The winners in the following classes will receive a Stained Glass Heart & Paws Night Light.Novice Junior, offered by Dave & Cheryl Gerzabek, Alastair GSMD.Novice Intermediate, offered by Dave & Cheryl Gerzabek, Alastair GSMD.Novice Senior, offered by Dave & Cheryl Gerzabek, Alastair GSMD.Open Junior, offered by Dave & Cheryl Gerzabek, Alastair GSMD.Open Intermediate, offered by Dave & Cheryl Gerzabek, Alastair GSMD.Open Senior, offered by Dave & Cheryl Gerzabek, Alastair GSMD.Master, offered by Dave & Cheryl Gerzabek, Alastair GSMD.

AWARDS CANNOT BE MAILED. AWARDS THAT ARE NOT COLLECTED MAY BEPLACE IN THE GMDCA HEALTH AUCTION

The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Club of America, Inc. reserves the rght to substitute a prize with one ofequal or greater value.

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Points for Reserve Winners Dog & BitchCHAPTER 16: SECTION 1 (new sixth paragraph)Each AKC Parent Specialty Club shall have one designated Parent Club National Specialty showper year. All others shall be termed a Parent Club Specialty Show.Unless the Parent Club, in its Application to the AKC to hold its National Specialty, chooses toexclude the following Award; At the National Specialty the dog designated Reserve Winners Dogand the Bitch designated Reserve Winners will be awarded a three (3) point major, provided thatthe number of dogs competiting in the regular classes of the Reserve Winners sex totals at leasttwice the number required for a five (5) point major, in the region in which this event is held. NoMajor for Reserve Winners shall be given based upon an award of Best of Winners. In countingthe number of dogs in competition, a dog that is disqualified, or that is dismissed, excused orordered from the ring by the judge or from which all awards are witheld, shall not be included.

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Ú NOTICE TO EXHIBITORS ÚCLOSING DATE for entries 6:00 P.M, Wednesday, APRIL 26, 2017 (at Show Superintendent's Office) after which

entries cannot be accepted, cancelled or substituted except as provided for in Chapter 11, Section 6 of the DogShow Rules. See Page 3 for entry fees.

A RECORDING FEE OF $.50 & a $3.00 AKC Event Service Fee and $3.00 for Rally AKC Event Service Feewill be required for each dog entered at any Licensed or Member Club Show, Obedience Trial or Tracking Test.This Recording Fee is to be collected by the Show-giving Club and paid to the American Kennel Club. If a dogis entered in more than one class in the show, the Recording Fee is to be collected on the first entry only.(American Kennel Club Rule, Chapter 11, Section 2).

RETURNED CHECKS do not constitute a valid entry fee. The Show Superintendent will add a $20.00 fee to theamount of each returned check. Subsequent returned checks from the same exhibitors may result in their beingput on a CASH ONLY basis.

TELEGRAPH, TELEPHONE and UNSIGNED ENTRIES CANNOT BE ACCEPTED.ENTRIES NOT ON OFFICIAL AKC ENTRY FORMS AND PHOTOCOPIES OF ENTRY FORMS without the Agreement

and Rules on the reverse side of the Official AKC Entry Form are NOT ACCEPTABLE.MAIL ALL ENTRIES WITH FEES TO Jim Rau Dog Shows, LTD., P. O. Box 6898, Reading, PA 19610ENTRIES RECEIVED WITHOUT FEES will not be accepted.ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF ENTRIES will be made as soon as practical with tickets and/or identification cards.

The person accompanying a dog must show tickets of admission and identification before the dog will be received.SHOULD SUCH ACKNOWLEDGEMENT NOT BE RECEIVED BY THE EXHIBITOR within a reasonable time,please notify The Show Superintendent. (610) 376-1880.

MAKE ALL CHECKS AND MONEY ORDERS PAYABLE TO J.R.D.S., LTD. Please mail checks or money orderswith entries. Show Superintendent assumes no responsibility for cash sent through the mail.

CREDIT CARD ENTRIES, REGARDLESS OF METHOD SUBMITTED, will be processed through the Fax programand will be charged a $4.00 per dog per show convenience fee.

CANADIAN EXHIBITORS make fees payable in U.S. FUNDS.NO ENTRY SHALL BE MADE AND NO ENTRY SHALL BE ACCEPTED WHICH SPECIFIES ANY CONDITIONS

AS TO ITS ACCEPTANCE.ENTRY FEES shall not be refunded in the event that a dog is absent, disqualified, excused by Veterinarian or Judge,

or barred from competition by action of Show Committee. If because of riots, civil disturbances or other actsbeyond the control of the management it is impossible to open or to complete the show, no refund of entry feewill be made.

ERRORS ON ENTRY BLANKS. Owners are responsible for errors in making out entry forms, whoever may makesuch errors, and no entry fee will be refunded in event of such errors or cancellation of entries after the publishedclosing date.

NO REFUND FOR DUPLICATE ENTRIES. We will make every effort to find all duplicate entries, but if a dog hasbeen processed, no refund will be made.

CONSULT JUDGING PROGRAM FOR TIME OF JUDGING.DOGS MAY ARRIVE any time prior to their scheduled time of judging. DOGS NOT REQUIRED for further judging

will be excused.JUDGES WILL NOT WAIT FOR ANY DOG HOLDING UP A CLASS. Owners or agents alone are respon-sible

for the presence of their dogs in the judging ring when their classes are called to be judged. The show-givingclub and the Show Superintendent have no obligation or responsibility for providing service through a publicaddress system or stewards or runners for the purpose of calling or locating dogs that are not brought into thering when required.

ALL DOGS PRESENT must be held on leash or confined to their crates except when being judged or when in theexercise pens.

CLASS CASH PRIZES will be paid in the ring to the person showing the dog. Claims for prize money must be madein the ring before the judging of that breed is over, and the show Superintendent to be advised at once. TheShow Superintendent and Show-giving Club may disclaim any liability for cash prizes after the judging of thebreed is over.

THERE SHALL BE NO drilling nor intensive or corrective training of dogs on the show grounds or premises.EXHIBITORS SHOULD FOLLOW THEIR VETERINARIAN'S RECOMMENDATION to assure their dogs are free

of internal and external parasites, any communicable diseases, and have appropriate vaccinations.GSMDCA RESERVES the right to substitute a prize of equal or greater value. ALL TROPHIES AND PRIZES must

be claimed the day of the show. None will be mailed or otherwise distributed.THE WELFARE OF AN EXHIBITOR'S CHILD OR AN ATTENDEE'S CHILD is assumed to be the responsibility

of the exhibitor or attendee. It is distinctly understood that exhibitors and attendees will exercise control andrestraint over their children on the days of the show.

ALL PERSONS ATTENDING THESE DOG SHOWS hereby waive any claim for damages against the Greater SwissMountain Dog of America, its members or agents, in the event a motor vehicle must be entered to rescue adog from overheating or suffocation due to improper ventilation.

To find out about any AKC event cancellations call the AKC Event Cancellation Hotline 877-252-3229.Effective May 1, 2006 an administrative fee of $2.00 will be withheld from all refunds for entries cancelled priorto the closing of entries.

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OFFICIAL AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB ENTRY FORM

#2017491606 (National Specialty) #2017491603 (Obed) #2017491607 (Rally) Independent Specialty 2017491624Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Club of America, Independent Specialty Show, Obedience, Rally Trials

Lehigh Hotel & Conference Center Best Western Plus, 300 Gateway Drive, Bethlehem, PA 18017Sunday, May 14 - Friday, May 19, 2017

CHECK BOX FOR DAY(S)

G WEDNESDAY-THURSDAY 5/17-18 National, Independent FRIDAY, MAY 19, 2017 - GENTRY FEE: See Entry Prices on Page 3. CLOSING DATE for entries 6:00 P.M., Wednesday, April 26, 2017 (at Superintendent's Office) After Which Time

Entries Cannot Be Accepted, Cancelled or Substituted except as provided for in Chapter 11, Section 6 of theDog Show Rules.

MAIL ALL ENTRIES with fees to: Jim Rau Dog Shows, Ltd., P. O. Box 6898, Reading, PA 19610.MAKE ALL CHECKS and MONEY ORDERS payable to J.R.D.S., LTD.CANADIAN EXHIBITORS must make fees payable in U.S. FUNDS.

I Enclose $ for entry fees.IMPORTANT — Read Carefully instructions on Reverse Side Before Filling Out. Numbers in the boxes indicatesections of the instructions relevant to the information needed in that box. (PLEASE PRINT LEGIBLY).

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If this entry is for Jr. Showmanship please give the following information:

Jr. Handler ID #______________________ JR'S. DATE OF BIRTH___________________________

ADDRESS_________________________________________________________________________

CITY______________________________________________STATE__________ZIP____________

If Jr. Handler is not the owner of the dogidentified on the face of this form, what is therelationship of the Jr. Handler to the owner? _________________________________________________________

"By signing the entry form, we certify that the Junior Showman does not now, and will not at any time, act as anagent / handler for pay while continuing to compete in Junior Showmanship."

AKC Rules, Regulations, Policies and Guidelines are available on the American Kennel Club Website, www.akc.org

AGREEMENTI (we) agree that the club holding this event has the right to refuse this entry for cause which the club shall deem sufficient. In considerationof the acceptance of this entry and of the holding of this event and of the opportunity to have the dog judged and to win prizes, ribbons,or trophies, I (we) agree to hold the AKC, the event-giving club, their members, directors, governors, officers agents, superintendentsor event secretary and the owner and/or lessor of the premises and any provider of services that are necessary to hold this event andany employees or volunteers of the aforementioned parties, and any AKC approved judge, judging at this event, harmless from anyclaim for loss or injury which may be alleged to have been caused directly or indirectly to any person or thing by the act of this dog whilein or about the event premises or grounds or near any entrance thereto, and I( (we) personally assume all responsibility and liability forany such claim; and I (we) further agree to hold the aforementioned parties harmless from any claim for loss, injury or damage to thisdog.Additionally, I (we) hereby assume the sole responsibility for and agree to indemnify, defend and save the aforementioned parties harmlessfrom any and all loss and expense (including legal fees) by reason of the liability imposed by law upon any of the aforementioned partiesfor damage because of bodily injuries, including death at any time resulting therefrom, sustained by any person or persons, includingmyself (ourselves), or on account of damage to property, arising out of or in consequence or my (our) participation in this event, howeversuch, injuries, death or property damage may be caused, and whether or not the same may have been caused or may be alleged tohave been caused by the negligence of the aforementioned parties or any of their employees, agents, or any other persons. I (WE)AGREE THAT ANY CAUSE OF ACTION, CONTROVERSY OR CLAIM ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THE ENTRY, EXHIBITIONOR ATTENDANCE AT THE EVENT BETWEEN THE AKC AN/OR THE EVENT-GIVING CLUB AND MYSELF (OURSELVES) OR ASTO THE CONSTRUCTION, INTERPRETATION AND EFFECT OF THIS AGREEMENT SHALL BE SETTLED BY ARBITRATIONPURSUANT TO THE APPLICABLE RULES OF THE AMERICAN ARBITRATION ASSOCIATION. HOWEVER, PRIOR TOARBITRATION ALL APPLICABLE AKC BYLAWS, RULES, REGULATIONS AND PROCEDURES MUST FIRST BE FOLLOED ASSET FORTH IN THE AKC CHARTER AND BYLAWS, RULES, REGULATIONS, PUBLISHED POLICIES AND GUIDELINES.

INSTRUCTIONS1. (Variety) if you are entering a dog of a breed in which there are varieties for show purposes, please designate the particular variety

you are entering, i.e., Cocker Spaniels (Black, ASCOB, Parti-color), Beagles (not exceeding 13 in.; over 13 in. but not exceeding15 in.), Dachshunds (Longhaired, Smooth, Wirehaired), Bull Terriers (Colored, White), Manchester Terriers (Standard, Toy),Chihuahuas (Smooth Coat, Long Coat), English Toy Spaniels (King Charles and Ruby, Blenheim and Prince Charles), Poodles(Toy, Miniature, Standard), Collies (Rough, Smooth).

2. The following categories of dogs may be entered and shown in Best of Breed Competition: Dogs that are Champions of Recordand dogs which, according to their owner's records, have completed the requirements for a championship, but whose championshipsare unconfirmed. The showing of unconfirmed Champions in Best of Breed competition is Limited to a period of 90 days from thedate of the show where the dog completed the requirements for a championship.

3. (Dog Show Class) Consult the classification in this premium list, if the dog show class in which you are entering your dog is divided,then, in addition to designating the class, specify the particular division of the class in which you are entering your dog, i.e., agedivision, color division, weight division.

4. A dog must be entered in the name of the person who actually owned it at the time entries for a show closed. If a registered doghas been acquired by a new owner it must be entered in the name of its new owner in any show for which entries closed after thedate of acquirement, regardless of whether the new owner has received the registration certificate indicating that the dog is recordedin his name. State on the entry form whether transfer application has been mailed to A.K.C. (For complete rule refer to Chapter14, Section 3.).

5. Mixed Breed dogs entering classes for Agility, Obedience and Rally trials should mark Breed as AKC Canine Partners Listed Dog "All-American Dog/Mixed Breed." Variety, Breeder, Sire, Dam information shall remain blank for mixed breed etrants.

FAX NUMBER — (610) 376-4939 - $4.00 per Dog per Show charged on ALL credit card entries regardless of method submitted.

Visa/Mastercard #:

Expiration Date:

Cardholders Name:

Cardholders Signature:

Front and Back of Form Must Be Included

A $10.00 Service Charge will be applied to any invalid/declined credit card.

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