TRIAL HOST: FOR THE LOVE OF DOGS NY
~ VARIABLE TRIAL & GAMES ~
Saturday June 7th, 2025
Not Nested
Westchester Torah Academy
150 Stratton Road
New Rochelle, NY 10804
Judge & Chief Search Designers:
Mary Skirchak & Susan Scelzi
Entry Cost:
$28.00 Per Run
(Day of Show Entry will only be for Contestants already Entered in the Trial)
Registration Entry and Closing:
Entries will be awarded on a first-come-first-serve order of entries submitted by
June 2nd, 2025.
Number of Entries:
150 Run Limit/Day
Multiple Dogs Allowed
(but titling dog must be run first)
For Exhibition Only Entries Taken
Day of Show Entries Allowed
(if there is room and only for those already entered)
Classes offered on June 7th, 2025
Novice A & B
Interior, Containers & Exterior
Intermediate
Interior, Containers & Exterior
Games
Heap O’Hides (1), CopyCat (1) & Ludicrous Speed (1)
Advanced
Interior, Containers & Exterior
Senior
Interior, Containers 1 & Containers 2
The classes are tentatively planned to run in the following order:
Novice, Intermediate, Games, Advanced & Senior
Trial Chairperson
Barbara Finiguerra
USCSS@FortheLoveofDogsNY.com
Trial Secretary
Rosalinda Garcia
Rgarcia@fortheloveofdogsny.com
United States Canine Scent Sports
Email: info@uscaninescentsports.com
Rulebook:
Payment Details
PayPal "Friends and Family" to @FortheLoveofDogsNY
(please be sure to put your name/dog's name and trial level in the notes)
Important Times:
We will have a Staggered Check-in Time
Novice Runs will start by 9:00AM
Dogs must have valid USCSS™ registration numbers to compete in this trial. Handler may run multiple dogs, but the titling dog must be run first.
AWARDS
Qualifying ribbons will be awarded
1st - 4th Placement Rosettes will be awarded for each Element and Game Class.
New Title Rosettes will be awarded
HIGH IN TRIAL AWARDED if there are more than 125 runs
NOTE ABOUT COLLARS AND LEASHES
No choke chains, prong collars or halti/head collars are permitted during searches. Collars may have tags. Leashes of any length (including Flexis) may be used while the dog is actively participating in search, but they must be switched over to a 6’ (maximum) length leash when outside of the search area.
VOLUNTEERS
If you were a volunteer at our trial in March, before you pay, please email the Trial Chairperson with the number of entries made so you can be given your “Thank You Discount.”
We cannot hold our Scent Work trials without volunteers!
All-day volunteers have the opportunity to run their dog(s) first and will be provided with lunch and/or refreshments.
Sign-up using the link below.
NOTES ABOUT THE TRIAL LOCATION
Entrance & Parking: Then entrance is gated. A code for the gate will be shared in the “final details” email a couple of days before the trial. There is plenty of space for parking.
The Trial is taking place at a religious school. Please be respectful of their property and their rules related to eating indoors. They require all food consumed inside to be Kosher. Please be sure the food you bring is consumed outside or in your vehicle.
You must clean up after your dog and keep your dog leashed while you are on the grounds.
The trial will be held indoors. Surfaces used for searches will be concrete, rubber, tile or wood.
CANCELATION POLICY
No refunds are allowed for withdrawal from the trial after June 1, 2025, except in case of injured dog(s) (Veterinary note required). Prior to June 1st, 2025, refunds will be given if the spot in the class(es) entered can be filled. The refund will be the entry fee(s) paid minus a $15 processing fee. For cancellations that meet the above guidelines, refunds will be issued within 30 days of the request and no later than 14 days after the trial date.
Steps for Joining USCSS™, Registering Dog and Entering this Trial:
1. All competitors must become a member of USCSS™, which is free. Competitors may join here: http://members.uscaninescentsports.com/signup.
2. Competitors must then register their dog(s) through the USCSS™ website. Each registration includes a one-time $25.00 fee. Competitors may register their dogs here: http://members.uscaninescentsports.com/login?redirectTo=http://members.uscaninescentsports.com/dog/register
3. When logged into their account on the USCSS™ website, competitors may then go to the ‘TRIALS’ menu and click on the “UPCOMING USCSS EVENTS” section, find the trial they are interested in entering and click on the ENTER THIS TRIAL button.
4. Competitors may then select which dog they are entering and select which Classes and/or Games they are entering.
T (Titling) is for teams wanting to earn qualifying legs (scores) towards titles, placements/ribbons and be eligible for High in Trial awards (if all criteria are met).
FLO (For Legs Only) is for teams wanting to earn qualifying legs (scores) towards titles, but not placements/ribbons. You might choose this if you already have your title or are running an upper level dog at a lower level and possibly allowing less experienced teams a better chance to place. Judges MUST run FLO in any trial in which they are judging. FLO runs are not credited towards High in Trial (HiT) awards.
FEO (For Exhibition Only) is for a team wanting to run for “practice" or for handlers running more than one dog in the same class/level. No qualifying legs (scores) are earned, and no placements/ribbons will be awarded.
5. Competitors will then receive an automated confirmation email with details regarding their entry and instructions on how to submit payment for their entry. All payments will be sent directly to the trial host, not USCSS™. The confirmation email will specify how payment will be made (e.g. via PayPal, mailed check, etc.). Competitors should note that their spot in the trial will only be held once payment is made.
THIS IS A SELF-CLEANING SHOW. PLEASE CLEAN UP AFTER YOUR DOG!
Lodging
Hampton Inn & Suites Yonkers - Westchester
559 Tuckahoe Rd,
Yonkers, NY 10710
Hilton Garden Inn Westchester Dobbs Ferry
201 Ogden Ave,
Dobbs Ferry, NY 10522
Residence Inn New Rochelle
35 Lecount Pl,
New Rochelle, NY 10801
Veterinarian
Scarsdale Animal Hospital
741 Post Road
Scarsdale, NY 10583
(914) 723-0290
Mon – Thurs: 8am to 7pm
Fri - Sat: 8am to 5pm