C-WAGS TRIAL FAQ

C-WAGS can run two ways:

Single Trial: One-day event, all runs same day
League Play: Multiple trial dates in one season, accumulate passes across dates (You can enter as many classes or as few as you want)

Both count toward titles the same way! 

If you are only running in FEO runs, you do not need to register.

If you are running in qualified runs and this is your first time doing a C-WAGS event, registration for your dog is required. You can register online HERE

The Premium tells you:
 - Trial date and location
 - What levels are being offered
 - Entry deadline
 - Pricing

When filling out your entry:
 - Choose your level(s) - you can enter multiple levels!
 - Indicate Regular Entry or FEO  (scroll to "Regular Entry vs FEO" to learn more)
 - Provide your dog's registered name and number
 - Double-check all information before submitting

You can pay using:
 - PayPal (@qbits)
 - Venmo (@qbits)
 - Cash
 - Eager Dog

For now Rally will always be held on-site at QNB, unless otherwise posted.

Regular Entry ($20 per run):
 - Your dog is working toward a title
 - Passes count toward your 4 needed for title
 - Your dog qualifies for this level

FEO - For Exhibition Only ($10 per run):
 - Your dog is NOT earning a title
 - Passes don't count
 - Great for practice!

When to enter FEO:
 - You have two dogs and want to run both
 - Your dog already titled and you're practicing
 - Your dog doesn't qualify for this level yet but needs experience
 - You want trial exposure without pressure 

What it is: A Division is generally for teams that are newer to competing at that level of Rally difficulty.

Retries: You may retry 2 different exercises, one time each.

If you successfully complete the exercise on the retry, the deductions from your first attempt are removed, up to 10 points. You then receive a 3-point deduction for the retry, plus any deductions earned during the new attempt.

What it is: B Division is generally for teams with previous experience or titles at that level of Rally difficulty.

Retries: You may retry 1 exercise, one time.

The same scoring applies: a successful retry replaces up to 10 points of deductions from the original attempt with the 3-point retry deduction, plus any errors made during the retry.

What it is: The introductory C-WAGS Rally class with foundational Rally exercises and a course designed for newer teams.

Are you ready? Your dog should be comfortable working with you on leash and performing basic skills such as sits, downs, turns, and heeling.

The Details: 
• On leash
• Beginner friendly Rally exercises
• Courses use Starter level signs
• 70 points or higher to qualify
• Retries are allowed

A great place to begin your C-WAGS Rally journey!

What it is: The next step up from Starter, adding more challenging signs and asking for stronger teamwork.

Are you ready? Your dog should have solid foundational Rally skills and be ready for more challenging exercises and course combinations.

The Details: 
• Increased difficulty from Starter
• Adds Advanced level exercises
• More complex course challenges
• 70 points or higher to qualify
• Retries are allowed

You don't have to earn a Starter title before entering Advanced!

What it is: A higher difficulty Rally class designed for experienced teams ready for challenging exercises and greater precision.

Are you ready? Your dog should have strong Rally skills and be comfortable working through complex exercises and longer sequences.

The Details:
• Advanced Rally skills
• More difficult signs and combinations
• Greater teamwork and precision
• 70 points or higher to qualify
• Retries are allowed

Ready for a bigger challenge? Pro lets experienced teams put their Rally skills to the test!

What it is: A faster-moving Rally class emphasizing movement, flow, and teamwork.

Are you ready? Your dog should enjoy moving with you and be comfortable performing Rally skills while maintaining momentum through the course.

The Details: 
• Designed for more continuous movement
• Emphasizes flow through the course
• Uses Zoom-specific exercises
• 70 points or higher to qualify
• A fun alternative to traditional Rally courses

If your dog loves to MOVE, Zoom might be your class!

You have to decide to retry before beginning the next exercise. You re-approach the sign and perform that exercise again from the beginning. A 10-point error can be retried, but an error specifically designated as an NQ cannot be fixed with a retry.

 - Your dog (on leash!)
 - Water bowl
 - Crating supplies for your vehicle
 - Positive attitude and good sportsmanship 

Arrive at least 15 minutes early to:
 - Check in
 - Get your dog settled
 - Review the run order
 - Ask any last-minute questions 

Yes, you can watch other dogs before and after you run.

All crating in vehicles. Dogs only out for:
 - Pottying
 - When called for their run

Do not stand in front of building doors. 

Competitors may discuss their Rally runs with other competitors at any time. Please wait until the class has concluded before discussing questions about your score with the judge.

 - Dogs on leash at all times except in search area
 - Maintain 6-foot spacing between teams
 - Clean up after your dog
 - Be responsible for your dog's safety and behavior 

Each Rally run starts with 100 points. Points are deducted for errors made during the course, with deductions made in whole-point increments. The minimum deduction is 1 point, and generally no more than 10 points can be deducted for an individual exercise. Some errors can result in an automatic non-qualifying score (NQ).

A qualifying score in C-WAGS Rally is 70 points or higher out of 100.

Pass/Fail System:
 - Each run either passes or fails
 - 4 passes = Title (must be under 2 different judges)
 - Find all hides with no more than one fault 

What About ACE Titles? After you earn your title (4 passes), keep going!
 - 10 more passes = ACE (Advanced Championship Excellence)
 - Keep earning: ACE X2, ACE X3, ACE X4... infinitely!

Example:
 - 4 passes = Level 1 title ✓
 - 10 more passes (14 total) = Level 1 ACE ✓
 - 10 more passes (24 total) = Level 1 ACE X2 ✓ 

Scores will be posted on-site after each class completes. However, the official results do not get sent to C-WAGS until after the league ends so they will not be immediately posted to your dogs profile.

Our trial secretary submits to C-WAGS within 14 days. You'll get confirmation from C-WAGS directly.

Self-serve ribbons available after on-site scores are posted!

c-wags.org/programs/scent/

Trial Day: Ask any QnB staff or volunteer and/or C-WAGs judge or advoacate
Before Trial: ask@quibellsnbits.com

See you at the trial! Remember - have fun, support your teammates, and own your wins.