Obedience Rulebook

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Master the sport of obedience with the official UKC Obedience Rulebook, your all-in-one resource for competition rules, scoring guidelines, and class descriptions for United Kennel Club–licensed events. Designed for handlers, judges, and clubs alike, this rulebook lays out the structure for achieving excellence in obedience, from Pre-Novice to Elite levels.

Whether you're just starting out or striving for a United Obedience Champion title, this guide offers everything you need to navigate UKC Obedience competitions with clarity and confidence.

Rulebook Highlights:

• General Rules and Entry Eligibility

• Exhibitor Conduct and Ring Procedures

• Equipment Requirements and Jump Height Standards

• Judging Criteria, Scoring, and Deductions

• Detailed Breakdown of All Licensed and Non-Licensed Classes, including:

  • Pre-Novice through Elite

  • Veteran, Brace, Team, and Pairs Classes

  • Precision Heeling and Versatility

• Titles: United Obedience Champion, Grand Champion, and Utility Dog Excellent

• All Stars Ranking System and Total Dog Award

• Official Diagrams and Ring Steward Duties

Perfect for competitors aiming to improve performance, organizers hosting events, and judges enforcing UKC standards, this comprehensive guide supports excellence and consistency in the sport of obedience.

Please note: UKC reserves the right to change rules at any time with or without notice. A change in rules will not result in a refund for or replacement of this product.