Welsh Pony & Cob Society of Australia Inc Show Regulations as of ...

Welsh Pony & Cob Society of Australia Inc Show Regulations as of February 2012• These Regulations must be followed by exhibitors, judges and stewards.• Where the word ‘exhibit ’ is used in these Regulations, it should be taken to refer to Section A, B, C, D, E, Foundation Stock or Part Welsh.• Where the word Welsh is used in these Regulations, it should be taken to refer to section A, B, C, D, E & Foundation Stock.• Panel Judges may not judge the same section within a 100km radius within a 90 day period.** New or amended rule.GENERAL1 Owners and exhibitors are expected to be familiar with the Show Regulationsof the WP&CS of Australia Inc. and shall at all times abide by these regulationsand other rules and conditions as laid down by the Welsh Pony & CobSociety of Australia Inc. (WP&CS). ** It is the exhibitor’s responsibility toensure eligibility for a class.2** If the judge, steward or ringmaster considers an exhibit to be dangerous oracting in a manner that is disruptive they may request that the exhibit is removedfrom the ring after issuing one prior warningELIGIBILITY TO SHOW3 Show entries without full payment will not be accepted.4 All exhibitors must be financial members of the WP&CS. Membership Cardsmay be requested and must be shown on demand.5 No exhibitor may show :• An exhibit bred by, or leased from the judge or his family in the ring inwhich the judge is officiating.• An exhibit purchased from the judge or his family in the ring in which thejudge is officiating, until after a period of 12 months.• An exhibit produced by the Judge or his immediate family until after aperiod of 12 months• An exhibit under a Judge where the Judge or immediate family have beenrewarded in cash or kind for instruction of handler, rider or driver in thepast six months.• Ünder a Judge when they are or have been in business partnership (excluding stud fees) with that Judge or a member of his immediate family in thepast 6 months.• An exhibit under a Judge who has, or had a financial interest in the exhibit(stud fees excluded) in the preceding twelve months.• An exhibit in a class under a Judge who has produced an animal for thatexhibitor in the previous twelve months.• A progeny group sired by, or out of a stallion or mare owned by the judge.6 All exhibits must be registered with the WP&CS and must be shown in thename of the recorded owner or lessee.7 Proof of registration may be requested and must be shown on demand.8 All exhibits born in Australia and registered with the WP&CS must bebranded or will be ineligible to be shown, with the exception of foals shownprior to 31 July in the breeding season of their birth. These foals must be eligiblefor registration with the WP&CS but need not be branded.9 Exhibits entered into stallion or gelding classes must be registered as suchwith the WP&CS. Geldings are shown as Section E of A, B, C, or D breedingand no height limit applies.10 **All Foundation Stock, Part Welsh and Geldings must have a registered numberin the Australian Welsh Stud Book of the WP&CS (Registered FS, FS1and FS2 mares are eligible for exhibition in Welsh classes).11 Foals must be eligible for registration with the WP&CS. If shown before registrationcertificate is issued, exhibitor must lodge with the show secretary:where stallion is not owned by the exhibitor, a copy of the Dam’s registrationcertificate and a copy of the Dam’s service certificate: or where the exhibitorowns and/or leases the stallion or mare, a copy of their registration certificatesmust be provided with details of the date of service.12 An overseas visiting exhibit registered with a recognised Welsh Society, maybe eligible to compete at Welsh run shows whilst in Australia, provided theshow secretary is advised of the pending visit, and a copy of the exhibit’sregistration certificate, with proof of membership with that Society is producedto the show secretary. The exhibitor must be provided with a copy ofthe show regulations, and must abide by the WP&CS show regulations whilstattending the show.13 Exhibitors who have a disability, and use a wheel chair or other mobility aid,are able to exhibit at WP&CS shows. At the discretion of the Committee ofManagement and/or the Show Sub Committee or Judge, or the request of afellow exhibitor, the exhibits may be judged independently if there are safetyconcerns. A competent able bodied person (over 16 years of age on the firstday of the show) must be present in the ring at all times.INSURANCE14 Exhibitors entering exhibits do so entirely at their own risk; it is a conditionof entry that no liability of any kind attaches itself to the WP&CS, the ShowSubcommittee or members in any respect whatsoever.SHOW SUB-COMMITTEE ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES15 Every exhibitor or competitor shall be bound by and observe the decisionsof the Show Sub-committee.16 The Show Sub-committee reserves the right to adjudicate upon entry or uponany dispute and to make any determination upon any matter relevant to theshow. This decision shall be final and not subject to appeal of any kind.17 The Show Sub-committee reserves the right to disqualify any exhibit that,in its opinion, appears to be in poor condition at the time of showing.18 The Show Sub-committee reserves the right to combine classes if there areinsufficient entries.19 An official measurer may be in attendance. Current EA, Hack Council andRoyal Show height certificates will be accepted.ELIGIBILITY FOR CLASSES20 Exhibits must be shown in the Section of the WP&CS Stud Book in whichthey are registered.21 Part Welsh are only eligible to compete in classes especially provided forthem or classes marked.22** Part Welsh exhibits are ineligible to compete against Welsh animals inWelsh led, Welsh ridden, Welsh harness classes, Welsh championships andSupremes at WPCS approved events run under WP&CS rules and regulations.Welsh exhibits are eligible to compete against other breeds for awardsat WP&CS approved events run under WP&CS rules and regulations as approvedby the Committee of Management. To come into effect as of 12thMarch 201223 A Brood Mare is a mare which has foaled, has a foal at foot or is to foal inthe current breeding season, prior to the 31st July.24 Progeny of FS & FS1 mares are ineligible to be shown until they have a registrationnumber.25 All stallions and colts must be entire and may be subject to a veterinary inspectionat any time during the show at the discretion of the Show Sub-committeeor designated officials.26 A Novice exhibit is not to have won first place at any WP&CS Australiaevent, Royal, Equestrian Australia or Show Hack Council Horse of the YearShow.27 A Leading Rein Pony is 12 hh or under and is to be ridden by a child 3 yearsand under 8 years of age on the first day of the show.28 A First Ridden Pony cannot exceed 12.2 hh, and is to be ridden by a child 5years and under 12 years of age on the first day of show.29 Stallions and colts are not eligible to compete in Costume, Fancy Dress,Leading Rein, First Ridden or Junior Handler/Ridden classes.CONDUCT OF EXHIBITORS30 Exhibitors must abide by the Code of Conduct as set by the Welsh Pony &Cob Society of Australia Inc.31 Exhibitors should ensure they are wearing the correct exhibit number in theclass when supplied.32 Judges must not be approached on the day of the show or event.33 Once a class has commenced no exhibit may leave the ring unless so instructedby the ring official.34 There is to be no change of handler once a class has commenced without thepermission of the judge.35 The judge’s decision is final and any protests must be lodged officially accordingto the Show Regulations.PLAITING OF EXHIBITS36 At all WP&CS run shows and events Led Section A, B, C, D & E exhibitsmust be exhibited unplaited.37 Open Leading Rein, Open First Ridden, Show Hunters and Children’s OpenRidden Exhibits are judged as an Open Exhibit, and are to be exhibitedplaited and trimmed. (Part Welsh are eligible.)38 Welsh Leading Rein, Welsh First Ridden, Welsh Hunter, Ridden Welsh, Children’sWelsh Ridden and Welsh Harness are to be exhibited with manes andtails unplaited. (Part Welsh are ineligible.)62 Action Autumn 2012

WELFARE OF EXHIBITS - The welfare of exhibits is paramount39 No lame or sick animal should be brought into a class.40 All exhibits must compete drug free. Random swabbing may take place inaccordance with the Rules and Regulations of the WP&CS which are in accordancewith EFA standards.41 Random DNA testing may take place at all WP&CS run shows, as a conditionof entry all exhibits when selected must be DNA tested.42 Exhibits must not be subjected to unnecessary, unreasonable or unjustifiablepain, suffering or injury.43 All foals are to be haltered in the ring and must not be bitted.44 All Welsh foals must be exhibited with manes and tails unplaited and mustnot be clipped (trimming is permissible). Part Welsh foals, clipping & plaitingis optional.45 Foals under the age of three weeks and their dams cannot be shown.46 All colts 2 years and over must be bitted in the ring.47 A brood mare with a foal at foot is ineligible for ridden or harness classes.48 CLIPPING - Welsh Exhibits 3 years old and under must not be body clippedfor showing purposes. Welsh Exhibits 4 years and over which have beenclipped for winter activities can been shown. Fresh body clipping for showsis not permissible. Part Welsh clipping is optional. Judges must pay specialattention to this.49 Exhibits competing under saddle or in harness must be three years old or over.Exhibits competing in jumping must be four years and over.50 No diseased or sick animal may be brought on to event grounds. The eventorganiser reserves the right in its absolute discretion to take such action as aVeterinary Surgeon may advise in relation to any exhibit, without limitation.This may include removal of an exhibit to another location (in or out of thegrounds).The exhibitor indemnifies the Society and / or its sub-committee in respect ofall costs incurred in connection with any action taken pursuant to the aboveregulations. If an animal displays symptoms of disease after arrival at eventgrounds, the owner / exhibitor must notify the organisers immediately and followthe advice of a Veterinary Surgeon as above.WELFARE OF EXHIBITORS51 Riders, drivers and handlers of stallions and colts are to be 16 years and overon the first day of the show.52 Riders at Society conducted shows and events must be 3 years and over onthe first day of the show. Riders must be 5 years and over on the first day ofthe show to compete independently.53 Exhibitors and grooms must wear safe footwear and look neat and smartlydressed when entering the ring.54 The wearing of Approved Helmets is compulsory for riders of all ages whenriding at all times, whilst mounted, at any WP&CS function. Approved Helmetsare current Australian, New Zealand, European or American standards.55**While in the marshalling area and when entering and departing the ring, exhibitsmust be at no faster pace than the WALK. Once exhibitors are in thering they must remain at the walk unless instructed otherwise.56 In children’s events dressage whips and spurs are not permitted. Hackingcanes and crops are acceptable. A snaffle bit only may be used.57 WHIPS - length of the shaft must not exceed 75 centimetres excluding tails inall classes except dressage and harness.58 Leading rein handler to be 16 years and over on the first day of the show.59 A fall of exhibit or rider in any ridden class will result in disqualification fromthat class. The rider must not remount in the ring.60 Shakers are prohibited - for safety reasons no third party assistance may beused eg: shakers that may cause interference with other exhibits / exhibitors.Does not apply to persons nominated by the show committee.WORKING HUNTER61 No change of saddlery is allowed between phases or during phases. Boots,bandages and protective pads on exhibits’ legs or feet are permissible in thejumping phase only. Open to all Welsh and Part Welsh exhibits. Open to stallions.Plaiting is not required. Both phases to be judged individually and consecutivelyby each judge. Any exhibit disqualified from Phase 1 does notproceed to Phase 2.Classes* Please Note:These heights are to come into effect as of 12th March 20121. Novice Maximum height (45cm)2. Under 12 hh Maximum height (45cm)3. 12 hh & under 13 hh Maximum height (55cm)4. 13 hh & under 14 hh Maximum height (65cm)5. 14 hh & under 15 hh Maximum height (75cm)6. Over 15 hh Maximum height (85cm)Champion & Reserve Champion Working Hunter(Winners of Novice Class not eligible)MARKINGPhase 1Jumping To be judged on jumping style and mannersJumping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 ptsStyle & Manners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 ptsPenalties Phase 1Knockdown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 ptsFirst Refusal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 ptsSecond Refusal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 ptsThird Refusal DisqualificationFall of horse or rider either phase DisqualificationPhase 2 Flat:To be judged on conformation, manners and freedom of actionConformation and freedom of action . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 ptsManners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 ptsTotal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100 ptsIn the event of a tie, the total from Phase 1 will take precedence, followedby Manners score, then conformation score. If there is still a tie, the Judge’sdecision is Final. No penalty is incurred if the lower pole on the same verticalplane is lowered. If an exhibit turns its quarters to a fence or has acomplete turn around, both constitute a refusal. If an exhibit jumps the incorrectfence it will be eliminated. Exhibits displaying continued disobedienceor exhibits leaving the ring whether the rider is mounted ordismounted will be eliminated. The Jumping phase will be completed first;any exhibit eliminated or disqualified will be eliminated from the competition.PROTESTS62 An exhibitor may lodge a protest against a competitor/judge. Protests mustbe lodged in writing with the Show Secretary within 3 hours of the disputedaction, accompanied by a fee of $100, which will be forfeited if not upheld.In the first instance protests must be dealt with by the Show Sub-committeewhich may refer the matter to the Committee of Management. Any personwho has a protest lodged against him or her has the right of reply. Any expensesincurred by any party to the said protests shall be borne by that party.GUIDELINES TO JUDGES & EXHIBITORSRE: PLAITING Notice to Judges and Exhibitors.There appears to be some confusion relating to the plaiting of Welsh exhibitsat shows. For clarification, the following regulations apply: At showsconducted by the WP&CS, all exhibits shown in led and ridden Welshclasses must be shown unplaited. This does not include Part Welsh. Atagricultural and horse shows that state they are being judged under theWP&CS Show regulations, exhibits in led and ridden Welsh classes mustbe unplaited. At all other shows where the WP&CS has no jurisdiction,this rule cannot be enforced. At these shows plaited exhibits should not bepenalised.NOTE: WP&CS Medals will only be allocated to shows which are judgedby a member of the WP&CS Judges’ Panel and are judged under the showregulations of the WP&CS.CANCELLATION POLICY• Cancellation Policy – in accordance with the WPCS of Australia Inc ExtremeWeather & Cancellation Policy if cancellation is required due to existingor predicted severe and dangerous conditions such as Code Red FireWarnings / Flood or travel warnings / disease outbreaks a recorded messagewill be available as printed on the relevant show programREFUND POLICY• If an event has commenced there will be no refunds.• If an event is cancelled prior to commencement of the event – costs incurredby the show committee prior to the show will be paid and remaining fundswill be reimbursed to the member if the amount per exhibitor is $2 or more.• If an event is postponed entry fees will not be refunded without a writtenrequest from the exhibitor within 7 days of the notification of postponement.Action Autumn 2012 63