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ALL ENTRIES, COPIES OF DOCUMENTS, AND PAYMENT MUST BE SUBMITTED & RECEIVED BY

• 2024 FOR ENTRIES TO BE ACCEPTED! Late entries will not be accepted due to requirements of the SV which requires all paperwork must be submitted to the SV 21 days prior to the event.
• Mandatory paperwork for the different classes listed below. Mail required copies of the official pedigree, registration papers, scorebook, show card, breed survey report, and/or elbow & hip certification (“a” or OFA) along with a copy of the rabies certificate. Bring all originals of the required paperwork with you to the show.

All Puppy Classes 4-6, 6-9, & 9-12 months:

• Proof of dog’s AKC, SV, USCA, WUSV or other FCI registration papers or a notarized copy. (USCA registration is not mandatory, however an additional fee will be assessed).
• Dogs must have a tattoo or microchip.
• Proof of current rabies vaccination.

Youth 12-18 mos., Young 18-24 mos., adult w/o Title 24mos + & Veteran Classes:

• Proof of dog’s AKC, SV, USCA, WUSV or other FCI registration papers or a notarized copy. (USCA registration is not mandatory).
• Four generation certified pedigree.
• Proof of current rabies vaccination.
• Dog must have a tattoo or microchip.
• Veterans are dogs 6 years & older (former retired show dogs & not for first time shown dogs) bring all required paperwork. (No ratings are awarded but, the dogs are ranked & placed according to quality).

Working Classes 24mos. + with Title:

• Proof of dog’s AKC, SV, USCA, WUSV or other FCI registration papers or a notarized copy. (USCA registration is not mandatory).
• Proof of dog’s registration: either original pedigree, notarized copy of original pedigree, or letter of pending registration.
• Proof of Breed Survey Report: either original or notarized copy of original. If dog has already been breed surveyed or is over 3 ½ years old vying for the rating of excellent.
• Proof of hip certification: either the “A” stamp on the pedigree or proof of OFA certification. If dog entered is vying for the rating of excellent.
• Proof of completion of the dog earning at least a SchH1, IGP (FORMERLY IPO) or an HGH, & all other approved titles.
• As of 1/1/2012 USCA now requires: Proof of elbow certification: for USCA only OFA or WUSV approved certifications and the SV must have SV elbow certifications. The SV does not accept OFA elbow certifications. If dog is entered and vying for the rating of excellent.
• Dog must have a tattoo or microchip.
• Proof of current rabies vaccination.

Breed Survey OR Resurvey:

• If your GSD is Breed Surveyed for 2024-2025 you must present the dog for reselection by December 31, 2025 to be reselected for life. Otherwise, the time period allowed between surveys has been exceeded and the dog must start over with an original survey. (As of January 1, 2011, the SV no longer allows dogs to be presented for a breed survey extension).
• All entries must be done online at the above indicated link. Upload copies of the official pedigree, registration papers, USCA recognized scorebook, hip certification (“a” stamp or OFA), elbow certification, show card, original survey (if it is for lifetime or resurvey), proof of AD, and rabies certification. Bring all originals of the required paperwork with you to the show.
• Age requirement: Dogs must be a minimum of two years old in the year of the survey.
• Proof of dog’s USCA/SV or USCA registration: either original pedigree, notarized copy of original pedigree, or letter of pending registration from USCA (if residing in the United States). It must be a certified four generation pedigree.
• Proof of Breed Survey Report: either original or notarized copy of original, if the dog is entered for any type of survey other than a first-time survey.
• Proof of hip certification: either the “a” stamp on the pedigree or proof of OFA certification with tattoo number or microchip identification, if not entered on pedigree.
• Proof of elbow certification: as of 1/1/2012 USCA only Breed Surveys also require elbow certifications. OFA or WUSV approved elbow certifications will be accepted by the office. The SV does not accept OFA elbow certifications. The SV Breed Survey must have SV elbow certifications.
• Proof of completion of a BH under a WUSV recognized judge. The SV now recognizes BH’s awarded under SV, USCA, & USCA-SV Judges for SV Breed Surveys (effective as of March 2014).
• Proof of completion of an AD under an SV or USCA-SV Judge (effective as of March 2014).
• Proof of completion of at least one SchH1, IGP (FORMERLY IPO), or HGH under a USCA recognized Judge. (IGP (FORMERLY IPO) 1-3- one of the titles must be under an SV or USCA-SV Judge--effective as of March 2014).
• Proof of at show rating of at least a “G” (book/show card) under a USCA recognized Conformation Judge once a dog turns 12 mos. (Adult Class 24+ mos. w/o title are not accepted).
• Dog must have a tattoo or microchip.
• Owner of the dog must show proof of or a copy of a current membership in a WUSV organization.

THE AD: (at least 16 months old & maximum permissible age is 6 years)

• Scorebook: USCA accepts scorebooks from all our AWDF, WUSV, or FCI organizations.
• Four generation pedigree.
• Proof of dog’s AKC, SV, USCA, WUSV or other FCI registration papers or a notarized copy.
• Proof of current USCA membership or a copy of USCA membership card if you are a resident of the United States.
• All non USCA or non AWDC members are required to pay a $100.00 non membership fee to the USCA Office (as of 4-1-2018). Exempt for this fee are GSSCC members from Canada.

Dental Notation Procedure: (Dogs must be 12 months + older)

• As set forth in “USCA”, a summary of paragraph 4.3 of the SV conformation show rules provides: “Conformation show ratings are not influenced by teeth which are partially or completely missing due to external influence. It is required to have proof of the existence of a previously healthy & strong dentition with a complete scissor bite.

The following proof is acceptable:

• Entry by a Koermeister or conformation judge in the corresponding section of the
• score book, showing proof of complete dentition as soon as dog receives permanent teeth.
• Koerschein showing proof of dental status at time of first survey.
• Some scorebooks at this time do not contain a dental notation section. The required form, which may be inserted in your dog’s scorebook, can be obtained at the show registration desk.

Southwestern Regional Universal Sieger and Siegerin Program

• This program has been designed to promote the GSD breeding in the United States of America and our SW Region addressing both the physical qualities as well as character attributes as the foundation of the true German Shepherd Dog.
• Entries and all required documents must be sent to the SW Regional Breed Warden, Steve Romeo Information on this program is on the SW Reg. website and the entry deadline is October 30, 2024
• **Please refer to the USCA web site at: www.germanshepherddog.com for complete information on USCA Breed Survey Regulations, Dental Notations, Official Forms, AD’s, Conformation Shows Rules & Regulations, & other membership information.

GENERAL RULES FOR THE BREED EVALUATION AKA “SHOW”

• Only German Shepherd Dogs are allowed to enter the show.
• Dogs must be registered with an AKC, SV, USCA, WUSV or other FCI Registry. Dogs born in the US must present AKC registration.
• All dogs over the age of 12 months must have a certified four generation pedigree.
• All dogs shown in the Breed Survey must be registered with USCA/SV or USCA Breed Registry Program if you are a US resident.
• A registration application can be completed on the day of the show but, the dog(s) show entry form should be sent in before the conformation show.
• Please refer to USCA’s web site for complete information on the required documentation for USCA/SV or USCA only registration.
• If your papers are in process with the USCA Office, you must provide a letter confirming that USCA registration in the process.
• For the Breed Survey--If you do not bring a letter from the USCA Office confirming registration process, you will have to reregister your dog and pay the registration fees again at the show. The USCA Office can then verify the registration & will contact you.
• Current membership in a WUSV organization is only required for the Breed Survey and Lifetime Survey.
• Application for USCA membership may be completed on the day of the show.
• The age of the dog for determining the proper class shall be its age on the first day of the show.
• All dogs over 12 months of age will be tested for gun sureness.
• Dogs entered in the working dog classes WILL be required to show proof of working titles.
• Approved working titles are: SchH, IGP (FORMERLY IPO), HGH, and DPO titles under a USCA recognized judge.
• All dogs entered in the working class, you must be able to provide the scorebook, hip and elbow certification and when more than 3 1/2 years of age must be surveyed in order to be eligible for a “V” rating by providing the respective forms.
• A $50.00 bond for a missing scorebook is only allowed for USCA members.
• Handlers of dogs in each class must have in their possession the original or notarized copy of the original pedigree for the dog.
• The adult class is designed to accommodate dogs over 24 months of age that do not yet have a working title.
• Dogs older than 6 years of age may be shown in the Veterans Class. No ratings are awarded but the dogs are ranked and placed according to quality.
• Dogs can only be shown on a fur-saver type collar. Leather and/or nylon collars are not permitted.
• All dogs MUST be tattooed or micro chipped before entry into the conformation show.
• It is the responsibility of the dog owner to bring a working chip reader to the show.
• Proof of current vaccinations is required for all dogs entered.
• No surgically altered dogs.
• Dogs must be FREE of all signs of illness. Sick dogs will be excused from the show grounds.
• Any person that has been barred from exhibiting dogs shall not own a dog entered in the show.
• Dogs cannot be barred from progeny registration.
• Only those dogs entered in the show will be allowed on the show grounds.
• Only dogs entered in the class being judged will be allowed near the show ring.
• Show entries must be paid for all dogs entered in the show even if the dog is not shown. There will be NO Refunds.
• All entries received by prior to the subscribed deadline, and will be considered on time.
• There will be no late entries or day-of-show entries accepted.
• Show site Information will be at Prado Regional Park.
• There is ample free parking available.
• Bring water for your dogs.
• Bring your own chairs, crates, and canopies.
• Dogs MUST be on leash or in crates at all times. Dogs will not be allowed to be tied out.
• Designated exercise areas will be posted for your dogs (off the field). Trash cans and pooper scooper will be provided.
• All individuals are required to clean up after their dogs.
• Only those dogs entered in the show will be allowed on the show grounds.
• Only dogs entered in the class being judged will be allowed near the show ring.
• All times are tentative and may be subject to change at the Judge’s discretion.
• Show will go on, rain or shine.