Finger Lakes Chapter of NAVHDA

Test, Cancellation, Code of Conduct & Aggressive Dog Policies

 

Test Policy

• October 1st Test entries open for Finger Lakes NAVHDA members. 

• February 28th Test entries are open to all NAVHDA members. 

  • Entry form and payment in full are required for entry.

 

Cancellation Policy

• Up to 30 days prior to the test – the entry fee will be refunded less the $25 processing fee.

• Between 29 days to 14 days prior to the test – the entry fee will only be refunded if the test spot is filled less a $50 processing fee.  

• Between 13 days and test day – No refund.

• If the handler or dog has a medical issue – 100% of the fee will be refunded or deferred (if deferred and the test fee has increased the difference will be owed) with the proper doctor/veterinarian documentation.

• Any remaining portion of a test entry fee can be deferred, if the test fee has increased the difference will be owed when entering the future test. 

This is at the discretion of the Executive Board.

 

Aggressive Dog Policy

• Any dog deemed to be aggressive by the majority of the Executive Board will be banned from all Finger Lakes NAVHDA Activities. The Owner/Handler will be allowed to participate in chapter activities if they have other dogs. If the actions of the Owner/Handler are deemed to be detrimental or lacking integrity, they will be expelled with no refunds of any associated fees.

• This will be addressed on a case-by-case basis as aggressive actions & situations can vary.

• If a dog is deemed to be aggressive NAVHDA will be notified.  

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Code of Conduct Policy

• Actions taken by a member that are deemed to be detrimental to the club will be addressed on a case-by-case basis. Discipline can vary from verbal, written, suspension, and expulsion. Discipline will be at the discretion of the executive board.

• ANY ANIMAL ABUSE at any time will result in immediate expulsion.

Re-admittance would be at the discretion of the executive board.

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