Comments on: Earthdog Overview

By: bradl

bradl — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 18:36:50 +0000

Thanks for the updated URL – great to see a second edition and increased availability.

By: Jo Ann Frier-Murza

Jo Ann Frier-Murza — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 18:25:51 +0000

Hi! I appreciate your reference to Earthdog Ins & Outs. Unfortunately, there has been a change of server for my web site and your link doesn’t work any more. Please fix the link to go to http://www.earthdog.info Thanks!!!!

Keep up the good work!

Jo Ann

By: Karla

Karla — Wed, 28 Sep 2011 13:02:41 +0000

Mixed breed dogs can contact the American Working Terrier Association if they wish to compete in den trials held by that organization. They do accept mixed breeds but it is best to check with them on any requirements. It goes without saying that the dog must be able to fit in a 9″ wooden liner in order to compete.

By: bradl

bradl — Wed, 23 Feb 2011 17:22:35 +0000

Unfortunately, as I understand it, no – AKC earthdog tests are limited specifically to the eligible breeds listed in any given premium list. (That will be either all the eligible breeds, or one specific breed – so far as I know clubs are not allowed to “mix and match” eligible breeds.) In the old days, once a regular class was done, otherwise ineligible breeds could run “for exhibition only” but I think even that is no longer allowed. (I could be wrong – ask the AKC directly for a ruling.)

Clubs putting on AKC earthdog events are bound by AKC rules and can be fined or have their license to offer tests revoked for failing to apply the rules. So it’s a bad idea to ask an event-giving club to bend the rules at an event.

Some clubs offer training or practice days that are not AKC events. It’s possible that some of those events might be more open to just trying it out. There is a lot of work involved in putting tests together so some clubs limit practice to those who do the actual digging and so forth, while others might use a practice day as a fundraiser and welcome anyone with the small fee. The suggestion to simply contact a few clubs and ask them how they roll is a good one.

By: Dale

Dale — Wed, 23 Feb 2011 08:14:12 +0000

Like Aleah, I have a mixed breed dog that will never qualify for a title but, she seems like she would love and be good at earthdog related activities. Should I, or can I, bring her to one of the events planed in my area just to check things out? All I have been able to find so far are breed specific trials. Maybe I should email a couple of the clubs and ask them.

Regards,
Dale

By: Aleah Laster

Aleah Laster — Wed, 02 Feb 2011 17:25:03 +0000

Hello–
I have a terrier mix that I would love to do earthdog with. I understand that they can not title in this because they are not AKC registered, however, I would love to meet new people and get involoved with the sport. Are there clubs in the area that allow mixed breeds just for fun? I am having a hard time finding this info. Thank you!!!
Aleah

By: bradl

bradl — Sun, 28 Nov 2010 20:28:49 +0000

Caryn, I’d use the Event Search as described under “How can I find out when and where the next test is?”

By: caryn werman

caryn werman — Sun, 28 Nov 2010 18:29:11 +0000

Please let me know how to find events near cleveland ohio

By: bradl

bradl — Wed, 27 Oct 2010 00:59:52 +0000

Contact the breeder of the dog. If the breeder is not reputable, I'd suggest engaging Dachshund Rescue. Google Dachshund Rescue

By: Michaela Starke

Michaela Starke — Tue, 26 Oct 2010 23:20:20 +0000

I have a 9 year old AKC Champion Miniature Smooth Dachshund who is ALL ABOUT the critters. I inherited him and find that he isn’t happy with being in our laps or being fussed over. He needs a home that is interested in what he wants to be doing! I will place him with the right home, but I will require references, and I will ask lots of questions. I just want him to be happy, and I can’t give him that. Please direct me to someone who can help me. Thank You.