Trial Ready Checklist
Trial directions and the trial manager’s contact number
Allow extra time prior for exercise and toileting your dog, there is nothing worse than rushing! Traffic delays may also hold you up.
Copy of your running order
Sandwich/drink it may be a long day
Dog water bowl and water
Dog towel
Specific scent work harness, lead, long line, bandana
Poo bags! An obvious but easily forgotten
Dog treat reward/play toy reward
Container for your treats, a pouch or sealed tub
Dog enrichment items for when your dog is waiting in the car
Warm blankets/or sun shield – weather dependent
A clicker if you use one
Check the weather! And give it some thought
A note- pad/pen with brief bullet points of things you need to remember for each search, i.e. Judges comments that sort of thing for the next time
Have the trial guidelines printed out or on your phone (optional but I find it helpful to refresh whilst waiting)
