Rules

The Trial

• The trial will take place on three different fields. Each team can start twice per field. The best 5 results will be counted.
• The outrun length is about 350 m

The Sheep

• We will have a very uniform flock of Coburger Fuchsschafe available. 

The Rules

• Helpers are authorised to start at any time.
• Handlers are only allowed to start wearing a valid starting number.
• Handlers are only allowed to start under their own starting number. 
• Handlers who are not present when their number is due to run will have to forfeit their run. 
• Handlers are expected to know their starting number. 
• Handlers are expected to treat sheep respectfully.
• Handlers are expected to treat dogs respectfully. 
• Handlers are expected to treat the judges respectfully. 
• Handlers can be requested to retire from their run and to leave the trial field, when a fixed number of points, established by the authorities organisers, has already been deducted. 
• Handlers automatically agree to the regulations by entering and paying for the trial.
• Issues not covered by these regulations will be decided by the organisers.
• If the regulations stated above are not observed, the organisers may take action against the offending handler.
• Handlers participate on their own risk.
• The organisers are not liable for damages of any kind, not to dogs, vehicles or any other property. 
• Parking is only allowed in the designated parking.
• Camping on the ground is strictly forbidden.
• All dogs must be kept on leash. 
• A re-run will only be granted at the judge's discretion.  
• The organisers are empowered to intervene during the run when the dog or sheep are endangered. 
• The current ISDS Rules for Trials (2024) apply.