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Big Air
 “Big Air” is essentially a long jump for dogs. Distance jumped is measured to the BASE of the dogs tail. In club competitions this is measured manually by two certified judges and in National competition this is measured electronically. Here is a quick overview of “Big Air” rules and regulations, a full set can be found at www.dockdogs.com • Handlers may position their dog anywhere on the dock, forward of the 40 foot line. The dogs tail may rest over the line but the remainder of the body must rest in front of the 40 foot line • A chase object may be used to entice the dog into the water but is not required, more than one object thrown into the pool will result in disqualification • Chase objects must be throwable, floatable and retrievable • The handler may choose to release the dog at any time, regardless of when they release the chase object. • The dog shall not be required to retrieve the object in order to receive a score • Each team gets 90 seconds on the dock from the time the dog sets foot on the dock until the dog is in motion. Dogs on the dock longer than 90 seconds will be disqualified • One dog, one handler, one toy • Double handling will result in a disqualification Big Air Divisions Novice 0 – 9’11” Junior 10’ – 14’11” Senior 15’ – 19’11” Master 20’ – 22’11” Elite 23’ – 24’11” Super Elite 25’+ Content © Ontario DockDogs |
