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Join us on our new facebook group  (ObedienceUK) 28/07/2023 05:22

Our facebook group has now changed name to ObedienceUK.net so just click the Facebook icon on here (above on right) and JOIN.

If you are still on the original ObedienceUK group you are in the WRONG group.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for Rugby DTC. Thanks to Teresa Paterson.

I've just uploaded the schedule for St Mary's DTS, 13th (Open), & 14th (Championship) June 2026. Thanks to Janice Mearns.

I've just uploaded the schedule for the Cheshire Dog Training Association, 2 x Championship, 27th & 28th June 2026. Thanks to Lisa Stock.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for SHOTTS ALL BREEDS DTC. Thanks to Janice Mearns.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for Burnbank DTC. Thanks to Janice Mearns.

I've just uploaded the schedule for LISBURN & DISTRICT DTC, 6th (Championship) & 7th (Open) June 2026. Thanks to Janice Mearns.

After several changes of judges I now need a replacement judge for A Dog. Can anyone help before we have to change the class to Mixed D&B and capped? Please, please, please. This year is turning into a nightmare! Thank you to whoever is kind enough to step forward.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for Chesvale DTC. Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

I've just uploaded the schedule for East Kilbride DTC, Championship, 6th September 2026. Thanks to Janice Mearns.

Lyn Green has very kindly agreed to judge this class for us in place of Hilary Scoggins

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for the Scottish Border Collie Club. Thanks to Janice Mearns.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for Lanarkshire Canine Training Association. Thanks to Janice Mearns.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for North East Obedience (NEO). Thanks to Sue Bean.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for BAGSD Oxhey & District Branch. Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for the Phoenix Obedience Dog Club. Thanks to Sue Bean.

I've just uploaded the schedule for the Nuneaton DTC Open Show, 4th July 2026. Thanks to Helen Chetwynd.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Ramsey DTC, Open, 25th & 26th July 2026. Thanks to Voirrey Horne.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for Diss & Harleston DTC. Thanks to Suzanne Walker.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for Sherborne Vale DTC. Thanks to Teresa Paterson.

I've just uploaded Richard Moss's pictures from Carmarthen on 5th April 2026 to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

I've just uploaded Jason Bath's pictures from Carmarthen on 5th April 2026 to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

HI Burnbank Championship Obedience Show Closes this Tuesday * 7th April * Don`t delay send your entry away by With Your Dog Or Post to Janice Mearns. Thank you.

I understand there is somewhere I can find a template for a judging contract? Can anyone point me in the right direction.

I've just uploaded the schedule for the BCOS - Grand Prix Qualifying Show, 26th April 2026. Thanks to Anita Neal.

Message from Franny Herron: Both the Scottish Kennel Club and Community DT Shows this weekend (4th & 5th April) have been cancelled due to issues with the venue and the amber weather warning.

SKC & CDT refunds will be done in line with the G Regs. Please see below information for each show.

Refund information for SKC please send a stamped addressed envelope to -
SKC Show Secretary, Scottish Kennel Club, Unit 2 (Ground Floor), Satellite Park, Macmerry, EH33 1RY.

Refund information for CDT please send a stamped addressed envelope to -
Jean Herron, Show Secretary, 10 Fairgrove Drive, Lindsayfield, East Kilbride, G75 9 FH.

Refunds will be issued as soon as any relevant expenses have been sorted.

I've just uploaded the schedule for WOBURN & DISTRICT DTC, Championship, 9th August 2026. Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

The Royal Kennel Club is inviting applications from individuals interested in becoming Obedience Accredited Trainers for the Judges’ Training Programme. Applications close on Friday 3rd April 2026.

About the Judges’ Training Programme

This programme has been developed over time to align with the requirements already in place for all judges across canine activities. It reflects The Royal Kennel Club’s commitment to:

Maintaining and improving the standard of judges and judging at official Royal Kennel Club licensed events.
Ensuring the quality of dogs and the value of awards they receive at these events.
Accredited Trainers are appointed for each discipline to deliver seminars and conduct assessments and offer guidance and support to judges. All trainers are established experienced judges, having attended training and assessment sessions to demonstrate their knowledge, skills and competence in delivering the seminar syllabus. Trainers are appointed with a good geographical spread to minimise travel distances for seminar attendees.

Role of Obedience Accredited Trainers

Successful applicants will:

Deliver seminars and assessments in line with the programme syllabus.
Participate in at least 2 shadowing sessions with experienced Accredited Trainers before presenting seminars independently.
Be an active member of the obedience accredited trainers group to assess, review and amend the provision of judges training to ensure it remains fit for purpose to promote and support new and experienced judges to retain their competence
Candidate Criteria

We are looking to recruit both existing CC qualified judges and those with a wide range of judging experience up to and including Class B:

Proven presentation, facilitation and teaching skills are essential (preferably to have own laptop / tablet and a knowledge of how to use PowerPoint).
A minimum of 8 years judging experience and 30 judging appointments, either as a qualified/working towards CC judge, or extensive experience across all classes up to class B.
Show management experience, so as to demonstrate knowledge of the needs of societies when organising competitions.
Have attended and passed the exam for the Obedience Regulations and Judging Procedure seminar and attended the Test Design and Practice of Judging Seminar
A willingness to travel to deliver seminars.
Be required undertake at least 2 shadowing sessions with experienced Accredited Trainers before gaining accreditation to present seminars independently.
CC judges will be accredited to deliver all levels of seminar and undertake judges observations as required.
Judges up to Class B will be accredited to deliver new judges seminars and support judges progression up to class B.
How to Apply

Interested candidates should send their applications to Judges.Seminars@royalkennelclub.com by Friday 3rd April 2026.

Applications must include:

A canine CV (detailing judging, training, and relevant experience)
A cover statement/application addressing the criteria listed above. Please ensure your application provides all the information outlined in the criteria.
Interviews and assessments will be held online during w/c 20th April 2026, with the exact date to be confirmed.

The current Accredited Obedience Judges Trainers are happy to discuss the role with anyone prior to application – you can find the Obedience Accredited Trainers’ contact details here.https://www.royalkennelclub.com/activities/other-activities/competitive-obedience/judging-competitive-obedience/

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for Sheffield GSD Society. Thanks to Sue Bean.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for Rio DTC Open Obedience Show. Thanks to Janice Mearns.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for Leven & District DTC. Thanks to Janice Mearns.

Burnbank Championship Obedience Show is on Saturday 2nd May 2026,. Entries close on Tuesday 7th April 2026. You can enter by * With Your Dog * or by sending your Entry and Fee to Janice Mearns. Don`t delay get your Entry away.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Witham & District DTS, Open, 5th September 2026. Thanks to Bridget Taylor.

I've just uploaded the schedule(s) for Winchester City DTC (Championship & Obreedience) on 12th July 2026. Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

I've just uploaded the running orders for the BCOS - Grand Prix Qualifying Show. Thanks to June Le Fevre.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for the St Marys Easter Show. Thanks to Janice Mearns.

I've just uploaded the schedule for the Worcester Dog Training Club, Championship, on 10th May 2026. Thanks to Louise Williams.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Nuneaton DTC (Capped Open: Pre Beg, Beginner & Novice) on 6th June 2026. Thanks to Julia Bodsworth.

Lanarkshire canine training association championships show
26th April 2026 At Brancumhall sports ground east Kilbride
Judges Dogs. Ann Marie Parker Judging girls Denise Robertson
CLOSING DATE 1ST APRIL
WYD OR JANICE MEARN

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for Carmarthen Canine Obedience. Thanks to Teresa Paterson.

Barbara Short has very kindly agreed to judge this class for us

I've just uploaded the schedule for Newton Heath DTC, Pre Beginner, Beginner & RYKC Classes, 11th July 2026. Thanks to Lorraine Murphy.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for the GSD Club of Wales. Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Newton Heath DTC, Capped Open (2 x Novice), 9th May 2026. Thanks to Lorraine Murphy.

I've just uploaded the Running Orders for the Community Dog Training. Thanks to Francis Herron.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for the North East Border Collie Club. Thanks to Janice Mearns.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for Newton Heath (Class C). Thanks to Lorraine Murphy.

I've just uploaded the schedule for North East Obedience (NEO), 2 x Open, 18th & 19th April 2026. Thanks to Angela Gray.

I've just uploaded John 'Pinky' Douglas's pictures from the KC Good Citizen Special Pre Beginner RYKC Stakes Final to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

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I've just uploaded the schedule for the Isle of Man Dog Club, 3 x Open, on 12th 13th and 14th June 2026. Thanks to Tracey Watt.

I've just uploaded John 'Pinky' Douglas's pictures from the KC Good Citizen Special Pre Beginner Stakes Final to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

I've just uploaded John 'Pinky' Douglas's pictures from the RYKC High Flyers to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

I've just uploaded John 'Pinky' Douglas's pictures from the Allbreedience Final to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

I've just uploaded the schedule for the BAGSD Oxhey & District Branch, Championship, 25th April 2026. Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Lune Valley DTC, 2nd (Open) and 3rd (Championship) August 2026. Thanks to Lesley Alsop.

I've just uploaded John 'Pinky' Douglas's pictures from the Obreedience Final to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

I've just uploaded John 'Pinky' Douglas's pictures from RYKC Basic and Novice Classes to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

I've just uploaded Jason Bath's pictures from the Bitch Championship to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

I've just uploaded Jason Bath's pictures from the Dog Championship to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

I've just uploaded John Douglas's picture from the Para Obedience Demo to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

Can anybody steward B for me at Oxhey please

I've just uploaded my pictures from the Bitch Obedience Championship to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

I've just uploaded the schedule for St Edwards DTC, Open, 17th May 2026. Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

I've just uploaded my pictures from the Dog Championships to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

I've just uploaded my pictures for the Crufts Inter Regional Obedience to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

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I've just uploaded my pictures from the Crufts Obreedience Final to Out & About/flickr. Enjoy!

I've just uploaded the schedule for Gefion Dog Training, Capped Open, 6th June 2026. Thanks to Teresa Paterson.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Prestwick & District DTC, Championship, 20th June 2026. Thanks to Janice Mearns.

I've just uploaded the full class running lists for the Downlands Obedience Group on 15th March 2026. Thanks to Rhia Cantrell.

OLC INTRODUCTORY CLASS SURVEY - Your input wanted

*** Thank you to everyone who gave us useful feedback on one of the questions in the competitor section – we have amended the question accordingly, so if you abandoned the survey at that point, please have another go as we really need your views. For those who have already completed it, thank you and we still have your responses***

One of the elements of our strategic plan is to review the entry level classes. There seems to be mixed feedback about the Introductory class, so we wanted to learn more about your experiences with this class to see if any changes are needed.

We want to hear from anyone who has had some involvement with the Introductory class in the past two years. There are questions for anyone who has competed in or is currently competing in Introductory, for those who have judged the class and for Show Organisers who have decided to schedule or not schedule the class.

We would be very grateful if you could please take a few moments to complete the survey so that we can better understand the current situation. The survey is anonymous and you can only complete one response per person.

The survey is here:

https://forms.gle/LnKb1FQskfzKjCLF9

If you could please share the link to the survey amongst others and encourage them to complete it that would be greatly appreciated. If you know of someone who is unable to complete it online you may complete it on their behalf.

Members of the OLC can help anyone who needs assistance with it where required and if you need assistance (or have any questions or comments on the survey) you can contact us on

obediencesurvey@gmail.com

We are very grateful for you taking the time to complete the survey. If there are changes to be made, the results will be used to develop proposals, which we will bring to the whole obedience community for further consultation in the future.

With thanks from the OLC

I've just uploaded the BCOS schedule for 29th March 2026. Thanks to Anita Neal. It goes live on WYD on Friday 27th February 2026 at 7pm.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Great Baddow Dog Training Club, Open, 6th September 2026. Thanks to Jackie Jackson.

I've just uploaded the schedule for the Wirral Alsatian Training Society, 4th (Championship) & 5th (Open) July 2026. Thanks to Nicki Fildes-Moss.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Warlingham DTC, Open, 16th May 2026. Thanks to Allison Burrows.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Knightswood DTC, Championship, 21st June 2026. Thanks to Janice Mearns.

I've just uploaded the schedule for North West Kent DTC, 25th (Championship) & 26th (Open) July 2026. Thanks to Teresa Paterson.

I've just uploaded the Woodman Open Show schedule, 20th July 2026. Thanks to Teresa Paterson.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Culverstone DTC, 18th (Open) & 19th (Championship) July 2026. Thanks to Jo Newman.

I've just uploaded the running orders for Bangor (Co Down) And District Dog Training Club. Thanks to Ashleigh McKittrick.

I've just uploaded the schedule for the Loughborough Dog Training Club, 16th May (Open) & 17th May (Championship / Obreedience) 2026. Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Irvine Valley DTS, 2 x Open, 16th & 17th May 2026. Thanks to Janice Mearns.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Danesford ODTC, Open, 14th June 2026. Thanks to Sue Bean.

Is there any discount codes for general admission into crufts this year?

I've just upload the schedule for the Phoenix Obedience Dog Club, Open, 26th April 2026. Thanks to Joanne Woodhead.

I've just uploaded the running orders for the Newton Heath Capped (2 x Class B) Show. Thanks to Lorraine Murphy.

I've just uploaded the schedule for the Wigton DTC, 30th (Championship) & 31st (Open) July 2026. Thanks to Pat Wilson.

I've just uploaded the schedule for the Newbury & District Dog Training Society, Open, 14th June 2026. Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

I've just uploaded the schedule for the Basingstoke & District Dog Training Club, Open, 13th June 2026. Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

I've just uploaded the schedule for the Midlands Border Collie Club, Open, 7th June 2026. Thanks to Sue Bean.

I've just uploaded the schedule for the Sheffield GSD Society, Open, 11th April 2026. Thanks to Sue Bean.

From Michael McCartney.

The Crufts draw is going out today. Could I ask people to only share their own draw until everyone has the opportunity to see their draw themselves.

The draw will be available online later.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for Diss & Harleston DTC. Thanks to Suzanne Walker.

I've just uploaded the schedule for the Leicestershire GSD Club, Championship, 4th May 2026. Thanks to Bryan Luckock.

I've just uploaded the full class running orders for the Culverstone Capped Show (B & C Classes). Thanks to Jo Newman.

I've just uploaded 2 new schedules for the Somerset Obedience Society, 4 x Open (over 2 weekends), 27th & 28th June 2026 and 4th & 5th July 2026. Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

I've just uploaded the full class running orders for Micheldever Obedience Training Club (21st Feb). Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Chesvale DTC, Open, 3rd May 2026. Thanks to Clare Williams.

I've just uploaded the schedule for the Exeter DTC, 23rd (Championship) & 24th (Open) May 2026. Thanks to Teresa Paterson.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Newton Heath DTC, 2 x Open, 17th & 18th June 2026. Thanks to Julie Donohue.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Sherborne Vale DTC, Open, 21st June 2026. Thanks to Teresa Paterson.

I've just uploaded the schedule for te Welsh Dragon Dog Club, Open, 24th May 2026. Thanks to Pat Werner.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Diss & Harleston DTC, 4 x Open, 17th 18th 19th & 20th April 2026. Thanks to Suzanne Walker.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Newton Heath (2 x C), Capped Open, 21st March 2026. Thanks to Lorraine Murphy.

I've just uploaded my pictures from Solihull to Out & About / Flickr. Enjoy!

Please note that the running orders for the revised Solihull dates are now online. Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

I've just uploaded the schedule for the Plantation Park Weekend, 3 x Open, 23rd 24th and 25th May 2026. Thanks to Teresa Paterson.

I've just uploaded the schedule for the GSD Club of Wales, Open, 29th March 2026. Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

I've just uploaded the schedule for the North East Border Collie Club, Open, 5th April 2026. Thanks to Janice Mearns.

I've uploaded the schedule for West Suffolk Obedience, 2 x Open, 30th & 31st May 2026. Thanks to Rhia Cantrell.

I've uploaded the schedule for Rugby DTC, Championship, 3rd May 2026. Thanks to Teresa Paterson.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Leven & District DTC, Open, 11th April 2026. Thanks to Janice Mearns.

It is with regret that the Solihull shows (formerly 3rd Jan) have to be postponed due to heavy snow being on the ground. The roads are quite icy in the surrounding areas and we have to consider the safety of our competitors, judges/stewards, dogs and all who help at the show as our first priority.
The new date for class C, beginners and special beginners is 17th January.
If you cannot make this new date and would like a refund, please message me (Jen Wyatt) privately by no later than 11th Jan. If we do not hear from you by then we will assume you will be coming.
My apologies for the short notice. This decision hasn’t been made lightly. We hope you understand.

I've just uploaded the schedule for the Scottish Border Collie Club, Open, 25th April 2026. Thanks to Janice Mearns.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Shotts All Breeds DTC, Open, 3rd May 2026. Thanks to Janice Mearns.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Burnbank DTC, Championship, 2nd May 2026. Thanks to Janice Mearns.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for the Wirral Alsatian Training Society. Thanks to Julie Donohue.

I've just uploaded the full class running orders for North East Obedience (NEO). Thanks to Rachael Young.

I've just uploaded the full class runnings orders for the BCOS Show on 28th December. Thanks to June Le Fevre.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Rio DTC, Open, 12th April 2026. Thanks to Janice Mearns.

I've just uploaded the schedule for the BCOS Show on 11th January 2026. Thanks to Anita Neal.

I've just uploaded the full class running orders for Downlands Obedience Group Capped Show. Thanks to Rhia Cantrell.

I've just uploaded full class running orders for Solihull DTC.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Preston & Fylde GSD Club, 2 x Open, 20th & 21st June 2026. Thanks to Julie Donohue.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for the Diss & Harleston DTC Capped Show. Thanks to Suzanne Walker.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Newton Heath (2 x Class B), Capped Open, 28th February 2026. Thanks to Lorraine Murphy.

I've just uploaded the full class running orders for Eastleigh 2 x Class B. Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

I've just uploaded the schedule for the Scottish Kennel Club, Championship, 4th April 2026. Thanks to Francis Herron.

I've just uploaded the schedule for EASTLEIGH (Capped Class C) - WINTER SERIES. Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for Newton Heath. Thanks to Julie Donohue.

I've just uploaded the schedule for the North East Obedience (NEO), Open, 10th (Novice) & 11th (Class A) January 2026. Thanks to Angela Gray.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Sherborne Vale DTC, Open, 19th April 2025. Thanks to Teresa Paterson.

Hi can anyone help I’m looking for a Dog Club in Southend area , I realise Southend Dog club has gone now and its for a club including puppies upwards. Not looking for a one to one trainer just a club which meets regularly that you would recommend thanks in advance
Lorraine Thurkettle

I've just uploaded the schedule for Community Dog Training, Open, 5th April 2026. Thanks to Francis Herron.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Solihull (2 x Class C) Capped Show, 3rd January 2026. Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Solihull (Beginner & Spec Beginner) Capped Show, 3rd January 2026. Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Bangor (Co Down) And District Dog Training Club, Open, 21st February 2026. Thanks to Ashleigh McKittrick.

Back in 2015 I started on a comparison of the S2 regulations for Obedience between 1985 ( when I won my first beginners) and the G Regs from 2015. Sadly I was diagnosed with a desmoplastic melanoma cancer in 2016 and my cancer journey has been a long one.
I have recently rediscovered my notes from this period and have also managed to obtain from the Kennel Club the S2 regulations from 1966. There have been significant changes in the tests during that time. i propose the complete a further comparison between 2015 and 2025 so that we can see how much the sport has changed over the years. I attach a PDF of the comparison between 1985 and 2015 together with a Pdf of the S2 regulations for 1966.
My comparisons are between 1st January 1985 and 1st January 2015

THIRTY YEARS ON IN OBEDIENCE

Shortly after starting this comparison in 2015 I was diagnosed with cancer (desmoplastic melanoma) a cancer which has a tendency to travel around the body in the bloodstream.

After several operations to remove the cancer and 33 doses of radio therapy, the cancer moved to my left lung where it was inoperable and I was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer .

Fortunately for me I was given the opportunity to be placed on the trial of a new immunotherapy drug which I was on for 2 years and I have been cancer free for some time now .

I rediscovered these notes recently and have now completed them and intend to do another comparison between 2015 and 2025 to show just how much obedience has changed over the years


THIRTY YEARS ON


Firstly in 1985 the KC Regulations were called “S(2)” rather than “G”, there was no such class as Introductory and the Pre- Beginner class was only permitted in Limit or Sanction shows.
Anyone could organise an exemption show where dogs not registered with the Kennel Club could compete and such shows did not need a licence.

Moving onto the direct comparisons between classes

PRE-BEGINNER

In 1985 the Pre-Beginner class comprised Heel on Lead, Heel Free , Recall off lead with a finish, 2 minute sit in insight and 2 minute down in sight, so not a lot of change there

BEGINNER
The only other change was that back in 1985 winning out of Beginners excluded dog,owner and handler from even competing again in Beginners

NOVICE


In 1985 there were two exercises that are no longer present in the current test. These were:-
A) Temperament Test ( taken from the S(2) Regs)
This test was to take place immediately before heel on lead. Dog to be on lead in the stand position, handler tostand by dog
Judge to approach the dog quietly from the front and run his hand gently down the dog's back. Judge may talk quietly to dog to reassure it.
Any undue resentment, cringing, growling or snapping to be penalised. This is not a stand for examination or a stay test.
B) One Minute Stand Stay off lead handler in sight (S(2) Regs)
Stand/Stay.-This test should be carried out exactly as for the Sit/Stay except that dogs will be left in the Stand position throughout the test. This is a group test and all dogs must compete together, but where this is impracticable at an indoor show, the Class may be equally
divided but the judging for the groups must be consecutive.
Finally the down stay in sight was for 3 minutes whereas the current test is only for 2 minutes



CLASS A
In 1985 the tests included both Heel on Lead and Heel Free but immediately before Heel Free the temperament test was conducted OFF LEAD .
The s(2) Regs read as follows:
Temperament Test. Will take place before Heel free. Dog to be in the stand position and off lead. Handler to stand beside dog. Conditions as for Novice Temperament Test, except that test will commence with order "last command" and end with order "Test finished".
Extra commands will be penalised. This is not a stand for examination or a stay test.

Stay exercises were Stand 2 minutes in sight Sit 2 minutes in sight
Down 5 minutes out of sight
The scent discrimination test was also somewhat different to the present version where the articles were not cloths. Again quoting from the 1985 S(2) Regs
Scent Discrimination, handler's scent on Judge's article. The total number of articles shall not exceed ten, all of which shall be clearly visible to the dog.

Specifically from the guidance notes the regulations read as follows:-

Scent Discrimination.-A Steward will place the scented article amongst up to a maximum of nine other articles.
In a scent test if a dog brings in a wrong article or physically fouls any articles (i.e. mouths it) this article will be replaced.
The dog should at this time be facing away from the articles. On command, the handler should bring the dog to the point indicated, give the dog scent and stand upright before sending the dog to find and retrieve the appropriate article.
The dog should find the article and complete the test as for the Retrieve test.
In all tests, scent articles are to be placed at least two and not more than four feet apart. Limiting the time allowed for this test is at the Judge's discretion.
Class A- Handler's scent on article provided by the Judge. This must not be
given to the dog. In this test. at least one article must be scented by someone other than the handler and must be similar for each dog. The remaining articles must be of a suitable variety in shape, size and substance.

Arcs and circles in heelwork were not mentioned in the 1985 Regulations and I cannot recall such patterns being included in heelwork patterns up to and including Class B.
Simultaneous command and signal with the dog’s name were permitted in Class A.

CLASS B
There was little difference between the 1985 Regs and 2015 Regs for this class except for the 2 minutes stand stay in sight and scent which was handlers scent on judges article in 1985.

CLASS C
Again very little difference in Class except that in 2015 distant control required the handler to be not less than 10 paces from handler and in scent discrimination the rules were changed to be a minimum of 6 and no more than 10 scent cloths





About me


In 2015 I was working Nov /A with a rescue dog from Battersea who had running wild for some time up country and who is carrying a lot of “baggage” from his past.


I really did struggle with him in the ring as he had some major “trust” issues to overcome with strange people being around him.
At club he was very good and very calm but at shows (and we have not done that many this year) he was very insecure.
I always try to ask the judge before I start the round “if I need to turn it into a training

In this way it is my intention to compete in the class and will do the stays and often the scent exercise even if the ring exercises were hopeless.
Every step forward we made even only a small one was a major achievement for us both which made me very pleased and gave my dog a little bit more confidence.
Before his demise he qualified as a cynophobia assistance dog which was a great achievement for us both.

I've just uploaded the full running orders for the Downlands Obedience Group Capped Show. Thanks to Rhia Cantrell.

Lou, Lyn and Wendy are thrilled to announce our Team Purple for Crufts 2026.
Many thanks to everyone who made yesterday a wonderful day and commiserations to all the teams who haven't made it this time.
Congratulations to the following teams.
Beginners
Dawn Birch Jotunheim Fuse BSD Gana Malinois
Res Beginners
Jennifer Marriot Deriolet Apollo Bear Lab.
Novice
Jean Cadman Jolly Golden Lad X breed.
Julie Aspinall Jules Rune GSD
Class A
Susan Ward Ravens Hefflump Of The Woods W/S
Sarah Squires Staverton Wesley GR
Class B
Tammy Wallace Jezzaddy It's With a Shimmy W/S
Class C
Phil Barnes Jezzaddy It's So Sassy W/S

A friend has some meds from her dog she lost on Monday, she's not on the internet, so has asked me if there's anyone who could use them.
Please e mail me on nbagsd@gmail.com for details.

It is with a heavy heart that I advise the following on behalf of Irene's family:-

Irene Cruden Deceased
Suddenly at home on Monday 10th November, 2025. Funeral Service at Dunfermline Crematorium on Thursday 27th November at 11.30 a.m. to which all family and friends are respectfully invited. Family Flowers only please.
There will be a live stream and if you wish to make use of this service please contact Rita Aitken by email for details:-
rita.aitken@btinternet.com

I've just uploaded the full class running orders for Eastleigh (2 x A). Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

I've just uploaded the running orders for the BCOS shows on 15th & 16th November. Thanks to June Le Fevre.

Following the recent announcement returning the show licence application timescale to 6 months the Activities Committee has become aware that there are a small number of Obedience and Rally show societies in particular that may well be compromised. We are working with the liaison councils to fully assess the issue, scope the reasons for short time-frames and review possible measures we can put in place to ensure planned events have the chance to proceed.
Thus in the short-term any society wishing to apply for its licence for the early part of 2026 within the 6 month timeframe will not be penalised for doing so.

Sue Garner,
Chair, Activities Committee

I've just uploaded the full class running orders for Eastleigh (2 x Novice). Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for Wigton DTC. Thanks to Anne Westover.

We are without a Pre-Beginner/Beginner Judge for our open show on 29th March 2026 - if you are interested in judging this class please email Sue on sue.gsdclubwales@sky.com

I've just uploaded my pictures from Solihull Capped Class A & Special Class A / B to Out & About / flickr.

I've just uploaded the schedule for the Micheldever Obedience Training Club.Capped Show, 21st February 2026. Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

I've just uploaded the full class running orders for the Ditton capped show. Thanks to Teresa Paterson.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Eastleigh, 2 x Class B Capped Show - WINTER SERIES, 11th January 2026, Open. Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Culverstone Capped Show (B & C Classes), Open, 21st February 2026. Thanks to Joanna Newman.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Carmarthen Canine Obedience, Championship (3rd Apr), Open (4th April) & Championship (5th April) 2026. Thanks to Teresa Paterson.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for Newton Heath Class A Show. Thanks to Lorraine Murphy.

I've just uploaded the full class running orders for the Culverstone November Capped Show. Thanks to Jo Newman.

I've just uploaded my pictures from Solihull's Capped Novice & Special Novice/A Show.

I've just uploaded the full class running order for the Eastleigh Winter Series (CGCDS Special Pre-Beginner Stakes & Beginners). Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for Diss & Harleston DTC Capped Show. Thanks to Suzanne Walker.

I've just uploaded Solihull's Class A Show's full class running orders. Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Wirral Alsatian Training Society, Capped Open, on 25th January 2026. Thanks to Nicki Fildes-Moss.

I've started off the Crufts 2026 page on the website. Before you say it, I know that I have all the wrong team details, so I need you to tell me the right managers and assistant's names please.

As always I'll put photo's on the page if you provide them to me email obedienceuk@gmail.com and team members name as you decide them.

https://obedienceuk.name/crufts2026.php

Another year over for our show. We were shocked when we arrived to find that the owners had ploughed up half the camping field but we managed to squeeze the campers in somewhere. We survived constant rain on Friday setting up, a very windy day on Saturday but at least it was dry. Then fortunately we had good weather on Sunday which is always helpful for clearing up.

A huge thanks to all those who helped to set up on Friday namely Ian Appleton, Les Tolliday, Julia Tuck, Jan Witham, Sue Stevens, Lynn Brown, Julie Jones, Chrissie Gordan and colin Sutton. They then helped throughout the weekend.
Thanks to our caravan parkers John and Kath Westell, Shaun and Myra McCarthy and Sue Starr a great team.
On Saturday Jan Witham and Julia Tuck for getting the scoreboards out early. Julie Jones for taking the flasks around. Nicola Smith for being my second in command in the marquee. What would I do without you? Julie Enright for guarding the gate and meeting everyone who arrived over the weekend. Sue Stevens and Lynn Brown for doing anything that we asked. Jim Cook, Steve Parmiter, Shaun McCarthy and John Westall for helping out with the day parking.

Three of our team Judged June Fillingham, Kim Ford and Chrissie Gorden, thank you.
Also thanks to Tracy Cook and Jan Witham for stewarding on Saturday plus helping out on Sunday and Sandra Barnes for stewarding on Sunday. Thanks to all our Decoy stewards which was most of our team and to Julie Phillips and Colin Sutton for helping out with flasks and clearing up. Well done to John Westall, Shaun McCarthy, Jim Cook and Sue Stevens and Lynn Brown who took down most of the rings.

Thanks to all our judges and stewards for giving up their day. A big thank you to the judges who stepped up when I carelessly managed to lose several judges before the show and 1 on Saturday morning. I hope you all enjoyed your day.

Thanks Sandra Cobbold for being our Chief Steward and answering all the queries.

Congratulations to our ticket winners ( Hope you liked the Sweets )
Saturday: Julie Rowlands and Ob Ch Sarkam Douthinktheysaurus and Kathy : Russell and Ob Ch Ruskath Klassified Image.
Sunday Lorna Hilton and Ob Ch Zanyway Great Expectations and Frances Tye and Ob Ch Raital Rumour. Good luck to you at Crufts.
Congratulations to the winners of all the other classes. Well done to all.

Thanks to all our competitors for supporting our show , we hope to see you all again next year. Good luck for the coming season, we’ll see you around the shows

Julie Appleton Show Secretary.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for the Sheffield GSD Society. Thanks to Sue Bean.

Firstly, congratulations on qualifying for the Obedience Championships at Crufts 2026!
As before the Kennel Club will be sending out entry forms to all qualifiers by e-mail.
Would all qualifiers please note the following:
If you were there in 2025 we have your e-mail address on file and you need to do nothing, unless of course you have changed your e-mail address since then.
If you were not there in 2025 would you please send me your e-mail address.
If you need to contact me could you do so either by e-mail glencraigdogs@hotmail.com or by Facebook Message. Please do not reply on this thread as your information will be public.
I look forward to your responses
Michael McCartney
Crufts Chief Obedience Steward

The list is now complete (https://obedienceuk.name/adminarea/uploads/ticket/Ticket_Winners_2025_10_05.pdf)
Congratulations to all those that have qualified for Crufts 2026. The full stats will be available soon.

I've just uploaded the running orders for Solihull (2 x Nov & Spec Nov+A). Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

I am trying to contact Joe Stewart who has agreed to judge for Pertersfield next year.
Thanks. Lily

I've just uploaded the schedule for a new last minute show - Ditton Capped Open (Intro, Pre-Beg, Beginner and Novice only), on 2nd November 2025. Thanks to Teresa Paterson.

I have a head collar and leather lead and a canvas collar which were handed in at our show. Contact Sue 07974 686873

I've just uploaded the full running orders for Downlands Obedience Group Capped Show. Thanks to Rhia Cantrell.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Solihull DTC Capped Show (2 x Class B) on 15th November 2025. Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

I've just uploaded Jason Bath's pictures from the GSD Club of Wales Championship Show to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

I've just uploaded my pictures from Birmingham & District GSDA Open Show to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for Broughton & Brigg DTG. Thanks to Sue Bean.

I've just uploaded the schedule for the BCOS - Grand Prix Final 2025, 15th & 16th November 2025. Thanks to Anita Neal.

Due to an accident, Di Thorne is unable to judge the C Bitch class at our show on 28th September. This class is now being judged by Michelle Verrill. Many thanks to Mish for stepping in at such short notice and we hope Di's foot heals quickly.

Just (belatedly) added a new report to the website for B Part 2 on Friday 11th July for those who want to see their write up.
Jane

I've just uploaded Jason Bath's pictures from the Birmingham & District GSD Assoc Weekend to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

I've just uploaded my pictures from the Birmingham & District GSDA Championship Show (Sunday) to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

Yesterday the website was hacked. This meant that the contents was not accessible by anyone for a few hours.

Virtually all of the code was replaced by an advert.

I'm sorry for any inconvenience that this caused.

I've just uploaded Jason Bath's pictures from Lichfield to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

I've just uploaded the schedule for Solihull DTC Capped Show (2 x Class A & Special A+B Class) on 25th October 2025. Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

I've just uploaded the first two schedules of the Eastleigh Winter Series. Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

First, KCGCDS Special Pre-Beginner Stakes & Beginners on 2nd November 2025.

Second, 2 x Novice on 23rd November 2025.

Both shows will go live on WYD at 10.00am on Wednesday 17th September.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for the Birmingham & Dist GSD Assoc - 20th, 21st & 28th Sept and BAGSD Birmingham 27th Sept Shows. Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Solihull DTC Capped Show (2 x Novice & Special Novice Plus A Class) on 18th October 2025. Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

I've just uploaded Jason Bath's pictures from Worcester to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for Lichfield & DIstrict Dog Training Society. Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for Witham & District DTS. Thanks to Sean Taylor.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Newton Heath DTC, Capped Open, 1st November 2025. Thanks to Lorraine Murphy.

I've just uploaded the running orders for Down District Dog Training Club. Thanks to Brenda Patterson.

For info - please note that the schedules for these 2 shows have been updated, and the 'C' judges have swapped dates - Lou Holmes will be judging at the December show, and Amanda Winborne at the January show

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for Micheldever Obedience Training Club. Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

I've just uploaded the schedule for the Micheldever OTC Winter Capped Show, Open, 16th November 2025. Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

Kathy Hood's son's van has been stolen. It's a Peugeot long wheel base - current licence plate LT17 EGF. (may have been changed).

Please contact Kathy on 07714159712.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for the Great Baddow Dog Training Club. Thanks to Jackie Jackson.

I've just uploaded my pictures from the Worcester Championship Show to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for East Kilbride DTC. Thanks to Janice Mearns.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for Kilmarnock DTC. Thanks to Janice Mearns.

I've just uploaded my pictures from the Cheltenham Open Show to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

Report now posted. Pictures on Facebook