NACSW™ – Odor Recognition Test
Schedule
Sun Jan 26 2025 at 08:00 am to 03:00 pm
UTC-05:00Location
Alpha & Omega Working Dogs | Moorestown, NJ
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NACSW™ – Odor Recognition TestORT TBD
National Association of Canine Scent Work, LLC®
Official NACSW™ ODOR RECOGNITION TESTS
Odors Tested: Birch, Anise, Clove
Date: Sunday January 26, 2025
Test Site Hours: 8am – 3pm
Test Location: Alpha & Omega Working Dogs,
876 North Lenola Rd,
Building 3, Suite C, Moorestown, NJ -08057
https://g.co/kgs/WTYNhK3
Test Host: Ev-ry Earthdog, LLC
Test Secretary: Anne Rosenberg, [email protected] 609.519.8289
Certifying Official: Lisa Woodard
Judge: Bill Gaskins
Entry Cost: $30
Number of Entries: 100
ORT ENTRY INFORMATION
Opening Date: Monday December 16, 2024, at 12pm (noon)EST
Entries Close: Monday, January 20, 2025, at 12pm (noon) EST or when entry limits have been met.
Second Dog Policy: We will be doing one reset. A handler is allowed to run two dogs max for each odor tested.
Entry Method: First received by USPS, Mail overnight deliveries must have the signature waived box checked.
● TELEPHONE, FAX, UNSIGNED ENTRIES, AND ENTRIES RECEIVED WITHOUT FEES cannot be accepted.
● RETURNED CHECKS do not constitute a valid entry fee.
● ENTRIES MUST BE MADE ON THE ATTACHED ENTRY FORM.
● NO ENTRY SHALL BE MADE AND NO ENTRY SHALL BE ACCEPTED, WHICH SPECIFIES ANY CONDITIONS AS TO ITS ACCEPTANCE.
● OWNERS are responsible for errors in making out entry forms.
● EXPRESS MAIL entries must include signature permitting them to be left at the secretary’s address WITHOUT the recipient's signature.
Notification: Acknowledgement of entry acceptance/confirmation will be made by email within 10 days of when entries are processed for those handlers that provide an email address.
Entry Requirements
A Qualified Entry is one that meets all the following criteria:
1. Complete entry during the specified entry time frame.
2. The Handler is a NACSW member for the 2024-2025 membership year (8/1/24- 7/31/25).
3. The Dog is registered with the NACSW.
4. Dogs participating in an Odor Recognition Test (ORT) must be at least six months of age.
For information on how to register or become a member go to www.NACSW.net
Trial Eligibility and ORTs: The ORT Title must be earned at least 14 days before a trial opening date to be eligible for the first draw period.
All odors must be passed in order to earn the ORT title. It is not required that they all be passed at the same test.
Basic Description of the Test
To successfully pass an ORT a dog must identify the location of the target odor, and the handler must correctly call an “alert” within a two minute thirty seconds (2:30) time period. The Odor Recognition Test consists of a drill type exercise which requires 12 closed boxes typically set up in a pattern of two rows, spaced a minimum of 36” apart. The ORT is conducted on leash. Complete information can be obtained on the NACSW website. Handlers may test on all 3 odors at the same event. All exhibitors should obtain and review a copy of the NACSW K9 NOSE WORK® RULE BOOK. You may get it from their website: www.NACSW.net No dog will be given more than one space in the same odor test at a single event.
CANCELLATION POLICY
The following cancellation policy applies:
For cancellation of entries on or before 12pm(noon) Friday January 17th- Full refund.
For cancellation of entries after 12pm(noon) Friday January 17th no refunds will be issued.
All cancelations must be emailed to the test secretary, Anne Rosenberg, [email protected]
Entry fees shall not be refunded if a dog or handler is absent, disqualified, or excused by the NACSW official or judge. This cancellation and refund policy applies to competitors that must withdraw for any reason including but not limited to injury, illness, emergency, and personal or work-related reasons. If the ORT cannot take place or be completed by reason of fire, civil disturbances, an Act of God, public emergency, or any other cause beyond the control of the test organizers, then the ORT host will make their best effort to provide partial refunds after recouping their expenses.
LOCATION DETAILS
Modeled after real-life detection work, NACSW events are held in many different locations, with a variety of terrain, under varying weather conditions. Dogs and handlers need to be able to safely negotiate a variety of surfaces, including, but not limited to, tile, linoleum, carpeting, gravel, asphalt, uneven surfaces, and slippery footing. Handlers should be prepared to deal with a variety of weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain and snow. Events frequently require covering extensive distances to get to and from the parking area to each of the search areas and generally require that this be done across natural, uneven surfaces. Handlers should be prepared for physical demands and must be able to navigate the terrain with their dog accordingly. Handlers should expect to spend most of the day outside or in their vehicles as there are rarely indoor crating options at events. Please be prepared for you and your canine partner to deal with all of these varying environmental challenges. Handlers should familiarize themselves with potential regional risks and health concerns that may affect themselves or their dogs. Handlers agree that they are entering this event at their own risk
ADA Site Specific Conditions: This test location is at an industrial park. The parking lot is flat and paved. There are NO steps. The testing space is climate controlled, and the flooring is rubber matting. There is one bathroom inside the test space. It will be available prior to the ORT and in between set ups for each odor, but it will be unavailable during testing. Due to unforeseen conditions, such as weather or change in availability of areas at the location, these conditions may be modified at the last minute.
Parking: The parking lot is paved with no shade available. Due to unforeseen conditions, such as weather or change in availability of areas at the location, this policy may be modified at the last minute.
Reactive Dog Parking: There will be LIMITED reactive dog parking at this test for those who wish to park in this area, there will not be separate potty areas or warm up boxes. Due to unforeseen conditions, such as weather or change in availability of areas at the location, this policy may be modified at the last minute.
Unentered Dogs: Unentered dogs must remain in the competitor’s vehicle during the test day. There will be ample potty areas, but unentered dogs should not be allowed to “play”, exercise, or train on the test grounds.
RV Parking: There is NO space for RVs to park in the competitor parking area during the test day.
Running Vehicles or Generators in the parking lot: There is ample parking, and we ask that you be courteous to your fellow competitors if you wish to run your vehicles or generators during the day. Due to unforeseen conditions, such as weather or change in availability of areas at the location, this policy may be modified at the last minute.
Crating: There is no indoor crating at this location. Dogs must be created inside their vehicles while waiting their turn. Due to unforeseen conditions, such as weather or change in availability of areas at the location, this policy may be modified at the last minute.
Smoking: Smoking is NOT allowed on this test site.
Hotels: A list of area hotels and directions will be provided with entry confirmations.
DOG INFORMATION
Dog Policies
● All dogs must be on a 6’ leash at all times when not being tested. NO flexi-leashes while not participating in a test.
● Reactive and/or spatially challenged dogs should wear a red bandana (to be provided by the dog’s handler) to help signal others that the dog needs extra space from other dogs.
● Dogs will be toileted in designated areas and handlers must pick-up and dispose of waste.
● Dogs and handlers must stay in designated areas to avoid contaminating testing space, interrupting a test, or from viewing any part of the testing.
● Competitors should expect to keep their dogs confined in a crate or vehicle when not testing and should plan to provide their own shade using canopies or shade cloths.
● Refer to location details (above) for information on unentered dogs.
Females in Season: Will be allowed to run wearing “pants” at the very end of the day after all other dogs have tested. Females in
season will be parked and pottied in areas separate from the other dogs while at the test if the location
logistics permit. Handlers must contact Anne Rosenberg at [email protected] so plans can be made for the dog.
OTHER INFORMATION
Event attendees are required to adhere to the NACSW COVID-19 Event Guidelines and Rules
If there are any changes or updates that information will be included in your “final details” information that will be emailed 1-2 weeks before the ORT weekend. Participants are responsible for staying up to date on any jurisdictional requirements for their home location as well as the test location including any travel guidance.
ADA Requests
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request accommodation(s), please email
[email protected]. Please include your name, ORT date, ORT host name, and your requested
accommodation(s).
Sportsmanship
All handlers and spectators are expected to follow the rules of the NACSW and demonstrate good sportsmanship. This includes making sure the hide placements are unknown to the handler prior to searching and kept secret from other handlers. Please do not discuss hide placement or any details of a dog's performance that may provide information or clues to other handlers or may be overheard.
Results
During the odor re-sets, the official results sheet will be brought out to the parking area for handlers to photo or review. We recommend you verify your results on the official results sheet and let your host or judge know if you have any questions regarding your results.
Spectators
Spectators are reminded that the hide placements must not be discussed, nor should they speak with any handlers about what they saw until after the event is complete. No dogs will be allowed in the spectator area. No unentered dogs with spectators are allowed at the event. An adult accompanying a minor must be present during the searches. Everyone at the site must sign the waiver provided by the host and comply with all event requirements. Handlers are not allowed to watch the searches at any time.
Veterinarians
Red Bank 2051 Briggs Rd, Mt Laurel, NJ 08054. 856-429-4394
Mt Laurel Animal Hospital 220 – 220 Mount Laurel, Rd. Mt Laurel, NJ 08054. 856-234-7626
Rules
Complete rules are available at www.NACSW.net. It is the responsibility of each competitor to read and
understand the current NACSW™ Rule book prior to participating in a NACSW event.
Liability
By registering for the ORT Test, the competitor hereby assumes all risks of, and responsibility for, accidents
and/or damage to her/himself or to her/his property or to others, resulting from the actions of her/his dog. The
competitor expressly agree that the NACSW, Alpha Omega and Ev-ry Earthdog, LLC, and its assignees or any other person, or persons, of said groups, shall not be held liable personally, or collectively, under any circumstances, for injury, and/or damage to her/himself, for loss or injury to property, whether due to uncontrolled dogs or negligence of any member of said groups, or any other cause, or causes. The competitor also agrees to assume all financial liability that may be incurred by the NACSW due to the actions of themselves or their dogs regardless of the cause.
Sportsmanship
All competitors/handlers and spectators are expected to follow the rules of the NACSW and demonstrate good sportsmanship. This includes making sure the hide placements are unknown to the handler prior to testing and kept secret from other competitors. Please do not discuss hide placement or any details of a dog's performance that may provide information or clues to other handlers or may be overheard.
Videotaping and Photography
If the site allows public video to be taken, handlers may wear visible head or chest cameras to record their searches. You will not be allowed extra time at the start line to get your camera functioning. Please be sure it is ready to go prior to arriving at the search area. At ORTs, handlers may bring a spectator to video or photograph their searches. Videos may not be made public until completion of the event day.
A photographer and/or video service may be present during the event to offer photos and/or videos for sale to the handlers.
Details regarding check in time and briefing will be sent approximately 1 week before
Questions
All Test related questions, contact test secretary, Anne Rosenberg, [email protected]
Details regarding check in time and briefing will be sent approximately 1 week before the ORT
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Where is it happening?
Alpha & Omega Working Dogs, 880 N Lenola Rd, Moorestown, NJ 08057-1041, United States,Moorestown, New JerseyEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
