Show Safety & Rules

What To Do If Your Dog Relieves Him/Herself Inside The Arena Building

Argus Ranch is a facility for dogs that provides a wide variety of training opportunities and serves as a venue for numerous different types of dog shows and events. It is very important to take your dogs outside of the buildings to relieve themselves. You wouldn’t want to have your dog distracted while in a class or in the show ring by the scent from another dog having relieved him/herself in that area; so please act responsibly and take your dog outside of the building when nature calls.

In the event that your puppy has an accident or your dog begins to mark an area before you can stop him/her and go outside, please get a spray bottle of odor neutralizer from the shelves in the entry area and clean up that area. Thanks for your cooperation.

Cleaning up After Your Leo

There will be a $25 fine if you are observed not cleaning up after your dog.

LCNW Damage Policy

Argus Ranch is a wonderful facility that we all enjoy for our LCNW events. Our continuing ability to have events at Argus Ranch is directly dependent upon treating the facility responsibly and respectfully. Accordingly, the LCNW board of directors has established the following damage policy with regard to individuals who wish to stay on-site at Brutus Hall (or other guest facilities) during our events:

“Accidents.” While attending LCNW shows and events at Argus Ranch, it is the responsibility of the individual owner/handler to clean up after any “accidents” (clean-up kits are provided on each floor of Brutus Hall and in the Lodge) and promptly report the “accident” to a board member or LCNW show staff, so they can assess whether the “accident” has caused damage that needs to be reported to Argus Ranch.
Damages & Responsibility for Damages. Any damages to property or furnishings should also be reported promptly, in the manner stated above. The individual owner/handler is responsible for any repair charges assessed by Argus Ranch.
Unreported Damages. When there is damage that goes unreported, the individual responsible will be assessed a repair or cleaning fee appropriate to the costs.
Penalty for Unreported Damages. Individuals who are found to have caused unreported damages will be required to pay for past unreported damages, as well as a damage deposit in order to stay on-site again. If there is no damage or “accident” at the end of the subsequent stay, then the deposit will be refunded. However, if there is additional damage, the deposit shall be forfeited and applied toward repair/cleaning costs, and the responsible individual shall be banned from staying on-site unless and until the LCNW membership votes to lift the ban during the annual meeting of the membership.

Attending with your Female Leo in Heat

Your female in heat is welcome to attend for the Conformation portion of our show; however, females in heat are unable to participate in Obedience and Rally events. In an effort to minimize heat-related aggression incidents, we now request the following if you are attending with a female in heat:

Please delay set up of crates until after completion of Obedience and Rally on Saturday.
Crates and family groups are to be set up on the Obedience side of the arena near the far wall. There is a convenient access door there for bringing supplies in and your Leos in and out.
Please bring a tarp to place beneath the crate of your female in heat and/or on the ground where she will likely be during the show.
Please keep your female in heat away from the Conformation side of the arena during the show, unless her class is being called or is in competing.

Thank you in advance for your consideration to others.

Notice on Breeding of Dogs at the Show Site

Due to several comments and complaints, the breeding of dogs will not be allowed on the grounds of Argus Ranch. This practice is uncomfortable for some of our members, especially those with children who come to enjoy a family weekend. Persons involved will be asked to leave the grounds for the duration of the show. Thank you for understanding and striving to make this weekend fun for all.

LCA Safety Policy For Dogs at All LCA Events

Dogs must be crated or on leash at all times.
When on leash, the length must not exceed 6 feet and may not be retractable.
When on leash, dogs must be under control at all times.
Dogs showing uncontrolled or aggressive behavior may be asked by the event chair, a board member, or other official to leave the site promptly or be crated for the duration of the event.
Current rabies certificates are required.
There will be occasions when a dog will be allowed off leash when approved by the event chairperson.
Failure to meet these conditions may result in a disciplinary hearing.

LCNW Additions to LCA Safety Policy

Excessive barking or aggressive behavior will not be tolerated. The judges have been advised to disqualify dogs exhibiting such behavior in the ring.
Continued aggressive behavior will result in being asked to remove the dog from the grounds. If your dog tends to be aggressive, please keep him or her out of the main area and under control at all times.
If your dog likes to bark in their pen at passers-by, please set up away from the flow of traffic.
If your bitch is in heat, please set up in the designated area.
Failure to pick up after your dog may result in a $25 fine. Please scoop!!
Please be sure your children are mindful of other dogs.

Guidelines for the Potty Area and Show Grounds

The Potty Area (formerly the Off-Leash area) now has signs posted that all dogs must be On-Leash. If we are sharing Argus Ranch with another club or event the weekend we are there, then we will need to abide by the On-Leash request. If we are the only club or event there that weekend, then we are welcome to let our dogs off-leash in the Potty Area as long as we know who gets along with whom and are careful to monitor the situation and follow the guidelines below.

We all believe our Leos to be big lovable dogs. They are! But we need to remember that they are still DOGS and will react instinctively given the right conditions. Our shows can be quite stressful for our Leos and this can often cause unexpected behavior.

Over the past few shows there has been an increase in the number and intensity of dog altercations, particularly in the off-leash area. These incidents are upsetting to all involved – Leos and their people alike. Given the worst outcome, a dog could be severely injured and longtime friendships could be ruined. With some simple precautions observed, these outcomes are completely avoidable.

To lower the risk to our dogs, and ensure a pleasant show for all, we ask that you observe these guidelines.

Potty/Off Leash Area

Minimize the number of dogs in the off-leash area at any one time; preferably no more than 4 dogs unless family units.
Owners must be in the off-leash area with their dogs at all times.
Try to maintain a ratio of 2 dogs per person to ensure any issues that may arise can be dealt with quickly.
Keep young pups separate from adult dogs unless a family unit.
Dogs who have displayed any dislike of each other should NEVER be in the off-leash area at the same time.
Only family units together in the area after dark.
If you don’t know how your dog will react with the other dogs already in the area, wait until the area is clear.

Show Grounds and Ringside

Be mindful of other people and dogs; Argus Ranch is often shared with other clubs.
Keep your dog on leash and your leash in hand at all times s/he is not crated or in an x-pen.
Do not leave your dog in a down-stay no matter how disciplined they are at home.
Do not allow your dog to make prolonged eye contact (stare) with other dogs.
Do not leave your dog unattended in the show area.

These measures are meant to ensure our shows continue to the relaxed and friendly events they have always been. Please remember, it’s your Leo’s safety and well-being at stake.

2010 Summer Regional Specialty