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The restrictions for stand-alone events were removed.
As of April 1, 2010, any club holding all-breed Companion Events has the option of
opening its Obedience, Rally and/or Agility trials up to mixed-breed competition.
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The restriction to hold separate classes for mixed-breed dogs has been removed.
If a club opts to allow mixed-breed dogs into its event, they will compete in the same
classes for the same titles and awards as the purebred entrants. Competition will be
head to head.
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The restriction for separate awards and titles was removed.
Mixed-breed dogs will compete for the same titles and awards as purebred dogs.
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BIG NEWS for MIXED BREEDS !!
The AKC has voted to proceed with a program for mixed breeds to participate in
performance sports.
As of October 1, 2009, owners can begin enrolling pets to receive an AKC ID number.
Beginning April 1, 2010, enrolled dogs will be eligible to compete at AKC Agility, Obedience,
and Rally events where mixed breeds have been allowed for entry.
On Jan. 11, 2010, the AKC Board of Directors made some significant changes to the AKC
Canine Partners program for mixed-breed dogs.
For more details, visit the AKC Canine Partners website at www.akc.org/mixedbreeds
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