2018 Clinton County 4-H Showbook Live Animal Show Classes

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1 BEEF Beef Animal Science Exhibition Date: June 30, 2018 Breese Livestock Exhibition Date: July 19, :00am - Clinton County Fairgrounds All exhibitors must abide by the 2018 Exhibition Livestock Health Requirements and general livestock policies and ethics certification information. o The 2018 guidelines will be found Exhibitors check in 30 minutes before the show with health papers. Except Illinois calves under six months of age and Illinois steers. Please clean up trash after the show and take manure to the end of the barn. Cow, heifer and steers are allowed. NO BULLS are allowed except in the Bull Calf class. Heifers & calves must have been owned by the exhibitor since June 1 of the current year. If exhibiting females as a purebred; registration papers are required. A copy of the registration papers will be made and kept on file. Champions Champions will be selected from 1 place A-rated animals. Reserve Champions will be selected from the remaining 1st place animals or the second place animal in the class the champion was selected from. The Livestock Committee will decide the number of Champions based on entries, a minimum of two (2) entries is required. CLASSES: ALL OTHER PUREBREDS CLASS # NON-REGISTERED & CROSSBREDS CLASS # Jr. Heifer Calf - Born on or after Jan. 1, Sr. Heifer Calf - Born Sept. 1-Dec. 31, Summer Yearling Heifer - Born May 1 to Aug. 31, Spring Yearling Heifer - Born March 1 to April 30, Jr. Yearling Heifer - Born Jan. 1 to Feb. 29, Sr. Yearling - Born Sept. 1, 2016 to Dec. 31, Cow Class - Shown with or without calf born after Jan Male Calf (intact or altered) - Born on or after Jan Champion Purebred Heifer Reserve Champion Purebred Heifer Champion Crossbred Heifer Reserve Champion Crossbred Heifer 1

2 BEEF (CONT) Beef Classes cont Market Steers & Heifers Calved on or after January 1, 2017 Steers must have been owned by the exhibitor since February 1 of the current year All market animals participating in Rate of Gain must be or tattooed by Extension Staff or other designated person approved by Extension staff. Steers will be weighed at 8:00 am on day of show. Late arrivals may lose the opportunity to show. The weight breakdown for these classes will be determined by the Livestock Committee following final weigh-in on the morning of the show. An exhibitor may show up to 2 market animals per weight class (light, medium, heavy). If more than one animal belonging to an individual exhibitor is designated for a particular weight class, another Clinton County 4-H member must show the additional entries in that class. Market Steers Class #800- All Breeds Market Heifers Class #850 All Breeds Champion Market Steer Reserve Champion Market Steer Champion Market Heifer Reserve Champion Market Heifer Rate-of-Gain The top 3 Rate-of-Gain steers will be called to the show ring. The Champion Rate-of-Gain steer will be announced from the top 3. The Champion will also be recognized during annual 4-H Achievement Program. All Market Steers and Heifers participating must be weighed and tattooed at the February weigh in. The Rate-of-Gain will be calculated from the tattooing date to weigh-in. There are no additional premiums paid for the Rate-of-Gain contest. Market Steer Rate of Gain Class # 1000 Market Heifer Rate of Gain Class #1001 Showmanship If a member won in a showmanship class in 2017, he/she will move up to the next class regardless of Age. If a member won Senior Showmanship in 2017, he/she will continue to compete in that class, no one is required to sit out. Minimum of 2 exhibitors required. Livestock Committee reserves the right to combine classes due to number of entries. Senior Showmanship - ages 14 to 18 as of September 1 of previous year Intermediate Showmanship - ages 11 to 13 as of September 1 of previous year Junior Showmanship - ages 8 to 10 as of September 1 of previous year Beef Animal Science See general project section of show book. 2

3 CAT Cat Animal Science Exhibition Date: June 30, 2018 Breese Livestock Exhibition Date: July 15, :30pm - Clinton County Fairgrounds All exhibitors must abide by the 2018 Exhibition Livestock Health Requirements and general livestock policies and ethics certification information. o The 2018 guidelines will be found Exhibitors check in 20 minutes before the show. Cats must be on a leashes when out of cage Cats over 4 months of age must be accompanied by a current official rabies vaccination certificate. Cats without this certificate will not be allowed to show. Distemper shots are recommended but not required. Cats in heat may not be shown. Cats are not eligible for the Illinois State Fair. Champions Champions will be selected from 1st place A-rated animals. Reserve Champions will be selected from the remaining 1st place animals or the second place animal in the class the champion was selected from. The Livestock Committee will decide the number of Champions based on entries, a minimum of 2 entries is required. Cat Care - Class #100 Projects will be judged according to the level in which the 4-H member is enrolled o Cat 1 - Purrr-fect Pals o Cat 2 - Climbing Up o Cat 3 - Leaping Forward Scoring o 25% Condition and health of your cat o 25% Completion and documentation of two activities of your choice from your project book. o 50% Conference-judging interview with the judge who will ask a few general questions. Champion Reserve Champion Cat Animal Science See general project section of show book. 3

4 Dairy Dairy Animal Science Exhibition Date: June 30, 2018 Breese Livestock Exhibition Date: July 16, :30am- Clinton County Fairgrounds All exhibitors must abide by the 2018 Exhibition Livestock Health Requirements and general livestock policies and ethics certification information. o The 2018 guidelines will be found Exhibitors check in 30 minutes before the show with health papers. Cows, heifers and calves are allowed for show. Please clean up trash after the show and take manure to the end of the barn. Ownership/Leased Calves and Heifers Owned since June 1 of current year Cows Owned since January 1 of current year Champions Champions will be selected from 1 st place A-rated animals. Reserve Champions will be selected from the remaining 1 st place animals or the second place animal in the class the champion was selected from. The Livestock Committee will decide the number of Champions based on entries, a minimum of two (2) entries is required. Classes: Holstein All Other Breeds Spring Heifer Calf - 3/1/2018 & after Winter Heifer Calf - 12/1/2017-2/28/ Fall Heifer Calf - 9/1/ /30/ Summer Yearling Heifer - 6/1/2017-8/31/ Spring Yearling Heifer - 3/1/2017-5/31/ Winter Yearling Heifer - 12/1/2016-2/29/ Fall Yearling Heifer - 9/1/ /30/ Junior Champion Reserve Jr Champion Dry 3 & 4 Yr. Old - 6/1/2016-8/31/ Dry Aged Cow Classes: Holstein All Other Breeds Jr. Two-year old Sr. Two-year old Jr Three-year old Sr. Three-year-old Intermediate Champion Reserve Intermediate Champion 4

5 DAIRY (cont) Four-year-old Five-year-old Aged Cow Senior Champion Senior Reserve Champion Champion Holstein Reserve Champion Holstein Champion All Other Breeds Reserve Champion All Other Breeds Grand Champion Dairy Reserve Grand Champion Dairy Showmanship If a member won in a showmanship class in 2017, he/she will move up to the next class regardless of Age. If a member won Senior Showmanship in 2017, he/she will continue to compete in that class, no one is required to sit out. Minimum of 2 exhibitors required. Livestock Committee reserves the right to combine classes due to number of entries. Senior Showmanship - ages 14 to 18 as of September 1 of previous year Intermediate Showmanship - ages 11 to 13 as of September 1 of previous year Junior Showmanship - ages 8 to 10 as of September 1 of previous year Dairy Animal Science See general project section of show book. 5

6 DOG Dog Animal Science Exhibition Date: June 30, 2018 Breese Dog Obedience Show: Bond County Fairgrounds date TBD Dog Care Show: July 15, :00pm - Clinton County Fairgrounds All exhibitors must abide by the 2018 Exhibition Livestock Health Requirements and general livestock policies and ethics certification information. o The 2018 guidelines will be found Exhibitors check in 20 minutes before the show. Dogs will be judged on cleanliness, general health, grooming and ability. Dogs must be on a leash at all times and sit to be examined by judge. Exhibitor must have owned or leased dog since June 1 st of current year. Dog Care is not eligible for State Fair Champions Champions will be selected from 1 st place A-rated animals. Reserve Champions will be selected from the remaining 1 st place animals or the second place animal in the class the champion was selected from. The Livestock Committee will decide the number of Champions based on entries, a minimum of two (2) entries is required. Dog Care Class #1 (not eligible for state fair) Projects will be judged according to the level in which the 4-H member is enrolled o Dog 1 Wiggles & Wags o Dog 2 Bounding Ahead o Dog 3 Leading the Pack Scoring o 25% Condition and health of your dog coat, weight, eyes, mouth, ears, feet o 25% Completion and documentation of two activities of your choice from your project book. o 50% Conference-judging interview with the judge who will ask a few general questions. Champion Reserve Champion 6

7 DOG (cont) Dog Obedience Show: Bond County Fairgrounds - Date TBD Dog Obedience Requirements for showing your dog or participating in Dog Obedience Class Exhibitors will be judged on handling skill, knowledge of breed standards of their dog, dog show terminology, vaccines, and elementary dog anatomy. Exhibitors 8 years of age or older as of September 1, previous year that meet a minimum score of 170 to be eligible for exhibition at Illinois State Fair Dog Show OR must win the showmanship class in the Junior or Senior level to attend State Fair. Dogs more than 4 months of age must be accompanied by a current official rabies vaccination certificate. This MUST be produced before a dog may begin the obedience class or be shown. Female dogs in season cannot participate in the county show or the obedience class. Dogs shown in the 4-H Dog Obedience Class must be trained by the exhibitor. Dogs must be on a 4-6 foot leather or nylon leash with a choke chain collar. No chain leashes. No spike collars or tags hanging from the collar will be allowed at the show. NO HARNESS collars allowed. Any dog showing uncontrollable behavior, lameness, or excessive aggression will be removed from the show or class for the safety of all involved. The same dog cannot be shown in more than one Obedience class level. Registered and mixed breed dogs are eligible for all classes. The breed of dog has no bearing on judging or placing. Dogs need to be kept well away from each other in order to minimize aggressive behavior. You need not have attended the Dog Obedience class in order to participate in the county Dog Obedience Show. The Obedience Class is an elective activity. If an exhibitor has participated in a dog obedience class elsewhere, they may need to advance to Graduate Beginner at the recommendation of the judge/instructor. No open shoes, sandals or flip flops allowed at any time. Proper show clothes are required show day. Expectations At obedience class and at the county show, please: Be gentle with your dog. No jerking the leash, etc. Don't feed your dog just prior to the class or show. Bring a bowl and some water for your dog. Be equipped to clean up after your dog should it foul the ring or practice area. Be sure to provide proof of rabies vaccination. Parents need to realistically decide if their child is able to control their dog. A child unable to control their animal is a potential danger to themselves and others. Parents need to remain on the grounds and watch their children throughout the obedience class and/or dog shows. This is to insure that parents are aware of training procedures and to help insure the safety of the children and their dogs. 7

8 DOG (cont) Dog Obedience Class Clarification Beginner I Dog Obedience Class is for inexperienced handlers and inexperienced dogs. Beginner II Class is for experienced handlers and inexperienced dogs or inexperienced handlers and experienced dogs. Once you complete the Beginner I Dog Obedience Class and/or the Beginner II Class, regardless of whether or not you qualify, you move on to the Pre Novice which is the graduate beginner class. To move past the Pre Novice (Graduate Beginner) Class the team (handler and dog) must achieve a qualifying score. Participants may take this class any number of times until a qualifying score is received. For every class past Graduate Beginner, a qualifying score must be met to advance to the next class. Class may be repeated until a qualifying score is met. If you took Beginner I or Beginner II Dog Obedience in some other program, you need to begin the 4-H Dog Obedience at the Pre Novice ( Graduate Beginner) level, regardless of whether or not you met a qualifying score in the beginner class(es). If a qualifying score is met at the 4-H Dog Obedience Graduation or Dog Obedience Show, they may participate at the State Fair level. Any number of qualifiers may participate at State Fair. Qualifying score obtained by a 4-H member and their dog at an AKC show are also eligible to participate at State Fair. Only the winner of each level of Showmanship is eligible to participate at State Fair. No substitutions may be made. The graduation exercises for 4-H Dog Obedience Class are done as recognition for the time and effort participants dedicated to the class. It does not necessarily mean that a qualifying score has been met or that a participant moves on to the next class. CLASSES: Participants MUST qualify (see State Fair Info) to move on to the next class BeginnerNovice I Class - (For inexperienced handlers and inexperienced dogs) All exercises are done on leash. 1. Heel on leash (forward, halt, right turn, left turn, slow, normal and fast). The last order signifies that the handler and dog must break pace. These orders may be given verbally or by utilizing posted signs Maximum points Figure Eight Maximum points Sit for Exam Maximum points Sit Stay Maximum points Recall Maximum points Beginner Novice II Class (For experienced handlers and inexperienced dogs OR experienced dogs with (inexperienced handlers). All exercises are done on leash. 1. Heel on leash (forward, halt, right turn, left turn, slow, normal and fast). The last order signifies that the handler and dog must break pace. These orders may be given verbally or by utilizing posted signs Maximum points Figure Eight Maximum points Sit for Exam Maximum points Sit Stay Maximum points Recall Maximum points 40 8

9 DOG (cont) Dog Obedience (cont) Pre Novice Class Maximum Points 1. Heel on leash and figure Stand for examination Recall Heel Free Stay Sit or Down 40 (Exercise 4 & 5 will be judged as a group.) Novice Class Maximum Points 1. Heel on leash and figure Stand for examination (off leash) Heel Free (off leash) Recall (off leash) Long sit - 1 minute (off leash) Long down - 3 minutes (off leash) 30 (Exercise 4 & 5 will be judged as a group.) Graduate Novice Class Maximum Points 1. Heel on leash and Figure 8 (off leash) Drop on Recall Dumbbell Recall Recall over High Jump Recall over Broad Jump Long down - 3 minutes (Handler out of sight) 30 (Exercise will be judged as a group.) Pre-Open Class Maximum Points All exercises are done off leash 1. Heal on Free and Figure Drop on Recall Retrieve on Flat Retrieve over High Jump Broad Jump Open Class Maximum Points All exercises are done off leash 1. Heel free and figure Drop on recall Retrieve on flat Retrieve over high jump Broad jump Long sit -- 3 min. (Handler out of sight) Long down -- 5 min. (Handler out of sight) 30 (Exercise 6 & 7 will be judged as a group.) 9

10 DOG (cont) Dog Obedience (cont) Graduate Open Class Maximum Points All exercises are done off leash 1. Signal Exercise Scent Discrimination Direct Retrieve Moving, Stand and Examination Go Out Directed Jumping Utility Class Maximum Points All exercises are done off leash 1. Signal Exercise Scent Discrimination (Article Scent Discrimination (Article 2) Directed Retrieve Moving, Stand and Examination Directed Jumping 40 Dog Obedience Showmanship Class #60000 Judging will be based only on the handler's ability to present the dog to its best advantage. The dog's conformation will not be judged, although regular ring procedure will be followed and the judge may examine the dog s cleanliness, general health and grooming. The handler must know how to pose his/her dog properly, and gait the dog as the judge directs. The judge may also question exhibitors on breed standards of their dog, dog show terminology, and elementary dog anatomy. Dogs do not need to be purebred to compete Jr. Showmanship - 4-H members aged yrs. as of Sept. 1 current 4-H year Sr. Showmanship -age 14 and over as of Sept. 1 current 4-H year. The winner of each showmanship division may advance to State Fair. State Show Information State 4-H Dog Show dates and location are TBA. Typically the State 4-H Dog Show has been the last weekend in August. Any dog is eligible for State Fair provided they have a score of 50% or more of the available points for each exercise on the score sheet and a final score of at least 170 points for all classes. Exhibitors at State Fair must bring their qualifying score sheet signed & dated by the judge of the County 4-H Class Graduation Obedience trial, County 4-H show, or an AKC Obedience trial. READ the current State Fair book for additional rules! State Show information will be available at when finalized. Dog Animal Science See general project section of show book. 10

11 GOAT Goat Animal Science Exhibition Date: June 30, 2018 Breese ivestock Exhibition Date: July 15, :30 am- Clinton County Fairgrounds All exhibitors must abide by the 2018 Exhibition Livestock Health Requirements and general livestock policies and ethics certification information. o The 2018 guidelines will be found Exhibitors check in 30 minutes before the show. Exhibitors may show no more than two (2) entries per class. All goats must have a collar or chain. Champions Champions will be selected from 1 st place A-rated animals. Reserve Champions will be selected from the remaining 1 st place animals or the second place animal in the class the champion was selected from. The Livestock Committee will decide the number of Champions based on entries, a minimum of 2 entries is required. Ownership DAIRY GOATS: Kids and Yearlings not in milk must be owned by exhibitor only by June 1 of current year. Milking Does must be owned by exhibitor only by January 1 of current year. MEAT GOATS All meat goats (wethers and all breeding animals) are to be owned by exhibitor by May 15 of current year. Ownership dates for Kids & Yearlings not in milk May 15 of current year. CLASSES (age as of show date): Dairy Goat Meat Goat Pygmy Doe Kid Under 1 year Yearling Over one year and under 2 years Doe Does 2 years and over Champion Dairy Goat Reserve Champion Dairy Goat Champion Meat Goat Reserve Champion Meat Goat Champion Pygmy Goat Reserve Champion Pygmy Goat 11

12 GOAT (cont) MARKET GOATS Class #400 Born on or after October 1, 2017 Champion Market Goat Reserve Champion Market Goat Showmanship Judging will be based only on the handler's ability to present the dog to its best advantage. The dog's conformation will not be judged, although regular ring procedure will be followed and the judge may examine the dog s cleanliness, general health and grooming. The handler must know how to pose his/her dog properly, and gait the dog as the judge directs. The judge may also question exhibitors on breed standards of their dog, dog show terminology, and elementary dog anatomy. Dogs do not need to be purebred to compete. If a member in a showmanship class in 2017, he/she will move up to the next class regardless of Age. If a member won Senior Showmanship in 2017, he/she will continue to compete in that class, no one is required to sit out. Minimum of two (2) exhibitors required. Livestock Committee reserves the right to combine classes due to number of entries. Senior Showmanship - ages 14 to 18 as of September 1 of previous year Intermediate Showmanship - ages 11 to 13 as of September 1 of previous year Junior Showmanship - ages 8 to 10 as of September 1 of previous year Goat Animal Science See general project section of show book. 12

13 HORSE Horse Animal Science Exhibition Date: June 30, Breese Livestock Exhibition Date: July 1, :00 am - CW Equestrian, Mascoutah All exhibitors must abide by the 2018 Exhibition Livestock Health Requirements and general livestock policies and ethics certification information. o The 2018 guidelines will be found All equine 12 months and older participating in this event must present a negative test for Equine Infectious Anemia/E.I.A (Coggins/CELLA) conducted within one year of the show. If not presented at check-in, the animal will not be allowed to show. Show entries due to Extension Office by May 1, Ownership or lease paperwork and current copy of Coggins report must be submitted with your entry. All animals being leased must be in your possession before time of entry. Each exhibitor may show only one animal per class. Each exhibitor is allowed to show a maximum of two horses. A horse may be shared by family members, but can only be shown by one exhibitor per class. A member may compete in each class only once. Exhibitors may enter a maximum of 10 classes. Exhibitors may enter a maximum of 1 dressage class. Superintendent reserves the right to modify entry based on skill level. Stallions are NOT allowed to exhibit. No gag bits allowed in performance classes. Trot can be replaced with gait anywhere it appears in this document. Age Divisions: o Junior Division - Competitors who are between 8 and 13 by September 1, o Senior division, Competitor who are 14 years or older by September 1, AQHA Rules and Illinois Guidelines for Junior Horse Shows will apply. ASTM approved helmets must be worn for all mounted horse activities Exhibitors: Are not required to own or lease a horse, and their project animal may be shared, but may not be shared by two exhibitors in the same class. The same project animal is required to be used at county and state shows. Exhibitors will in no way be attached to their saddle or mount by straps, belts, etc. Must wear approved helmets. May not participate if they have any contraindications for participation in 4-H horse activities. Parent or guardian is responsible for consulting their child's health care professional(s) to determine the presence of contraindications. Will be given special consideration according to individual disabilities. All aides: Must be 14 years of age of older. The aid must assist the rider during mounting and dismounting. May, if needed, communicate verbally with the rider, but any physical assistance in guiding or controlling the horse will be penalized except in the case of emergency. 13

14 HORSE (cont) Show Day Rules Each 4-H'er who will be participating in the Horse Show must be under the supervision of a parent or designated guardian. Exhibitors must check in 30 minutes prior to the start of the show. On the day of show, classes may be scratched/dropped but not changed. The show superintendents and judge reserve the right to combine or divide classes. Only exhibitors may be mounted on entered horses on the show grounds. All riders must wear approved ASTM/SEI certified helmets with harness fastened whenever mounted NO EXCEPTIONS. In the interest of safety, horses will be restrained and controlled at all times. No galloping, no riding with halter rather than bridle, and no bareback riding inside or outside the arena during the show. All exhibitors will display good sportsmanship before, during, and after the show. Unsportsmanlike or discourteous conduct by an exhibitor or his/her family members or friends, may be grounds for disqualification. Coaching from the rails during a class is prohibited. In every class a rider s failure to control their horse, endangering self or others, as determined by the judge, is grounds for removal from the class. TACK & ATTIRE Based on the current version of Illinois Guidelines for Junior Shows Western: (Applicable to all western classes) Total presentation is extremely important. Clean tack and clothing are a necessity. Highly decorated tack and attire will not be given preference over neat, clean and functional equipment. Attire Required: Western style long pants or jeans Western style long sleeve shirt or collared club shirt (performance only) Western boots Approved helmet whenever a rider is mounted, an approved helmet or western hat for halter classes. Long hair must be tied back. Optional: Coat, vest, jacket and gloves in all classes Chaps and spurs if used humanely in performance classes. Prohibited: Club shirt in showmanship Crops or whips of any kind Tack - Western Showmanship Required: A halter made of leather, leather-like material, nylon, or rope, adjusted to fit properly. A lead strap or rope with or without chain is to be used. If the lead is equipped with a chain, the chain may be run through the rings of the halter in a manner that giver the exhibitor the most control of the animal, but the chain must be used humanely and may not be run through the animal s mouth. Optional: Silver or decorated tack may be used but it is not to be given preference over clean working equipment. Prohibited: crops or whips of any kind, a bridle or hackamore; English-type show halter. 14

15 HORSE (cont) TACK & ATTIRE (cont) Tack - Performance (Western Pleasure, Horsemanship, Western Dressage) For animals 6 years or older. (For animals less than 6 years old please refer to the Illinois guidelines for Junior Shows ) Required: Saddle: Western style saddle Bridle: Western bridle may have browband, split ear or formed ear. Bit: Western curb bit with a solid or broken mouthpiece and shanks and that act with leverage. A curb strap or chain must be used, and must lie flat against animal s jaw. (See Illinois Guidelines for Junior Shows for maximum length of shank, height of port and minimum diameter and illustrations of allowed bits. and curb straps.) Reins - Split or romal reins may be used with a curb bit. - Split reins are to be held in one hand, and the hand may not be changed. One finger between the reins is permitted and the bight of the reins is to fall on the same side of the animals as the hand holding the reins. - Romal reins are closed reins with an extension of braided material attached. Roman reins are held in one hand, with the hand around the reins and no finger permitted between the reins. The extension is carried in the free hand with at least a 16 inch spacing between the reining hand and the hand holding the extension. Optional: Hobbles on the saddle when a romal is used, breast strap and covered stirrups Prohibited: Any equipment or bit that the judge or superintendent considers to be unduly severe or unsafe. Gag bits or any bits with a cathedral or donut mouthpiece; Rough, sharp materials such as a screw mouthpiece; or mechanically altered bits are illegal. Draw reins Special Note: Additional optional and prohibited tack and attire specific to any class is noted in the sections relating to those classes English: For the purposes of the Clinton County Show, exhibitors showing in English Showmanship, Equitation, Pleasure or Dressage can choose to exhibit in the tack/attire of either of the 2 following subclasses listed below. However the tack and attire must be from the same sub class (i.e. exhibitors may not wear the attire of one type and the tack from another). 1. Hunter-Type Attire Required: Breeches or jodhpurs Tall riding boots or paddock boots (lace or zippered) with or without half chaps. A long-sleeved blouse (with collar or choker) or collared club shirt (performance only) is required when coat is not worn but a short-sleeved blouse with collar or choker may be worn under a conservatively colored (black, blue, green, grey or brown) hunt coat. An approved helmet with harness fastened is required whenever riders are mounted. Long hair should be neat and contained (as in a braid or hairnet). Optional: Gloves, blunt end spurs (unrowelled), crops or whips. Prohibited: Rowelled spurs in performance classes; Unrowelled spurs, club shirt in showmanship classes. 15

16 HORSE (cont) TACK & ATTIRE (cont) English Tack - Showmanship Required: A halter (plain without decoration, made of leather or leather-like material with a lead strap or rope (with or without a chain) or a bridle (of English type with snaffle bit). If the lead is equipped with a chain, the chain may be run through the rings of the halter in a manner that gives the exhibitor the most control of the animal, but the chain must be used humanely and may not be run through the animal s mouth. Optional: Braided mane; braided mane and tail. Prohibited: Decorated English or Arabian type show halter Braided tail without braided mane. Tack - Performance (Equitation, Pleasure or Dressage) Required: Saddle: Any English-type saddle with irons Saddle Pad: English-type, white or conservative color preferred; bright colors discouraged Bridle: English Equitation or Pleasure: Hunter-style bridle made of leather or leather- like material with a plain or raised leather browband and matching cavesson noseband. Dressage: any English type plain snaffle bridle and regular cavesson, a dropped noseband, a flash noseband or a figure-eight noseband. Bit: A snaffle; must be smooth, straight with no leverage applied. A hunter-type snaffle bit may be jointed or broken. Reins - Must be continuous Prohibited: Decorated English or Arabian-type show halter Braided tail without braided mane. 2. Saddle Seat : Attire Required: Tailored long pants Long-sleeved shirt or blouse with a tie (If a coat is worn, a short sleeved shirt or blouse is permitted) Jodhpur boots (zippered) A suitable coat is recommended. A traditional saddle suit riding habit is preferred; however a colored day coat may be worn in Saddle Seat Pleasure (not Equitation). Hair must be neat and contained (as in a braid or hairnet) An approved helmet with harness fastened is required to be worn whenever riders are mounted. A helmet or suitable hat (Derby or Homberg) required for showmanship. Optional: Gloves in all classes; Blunt end spurs (unrowelled) and whip not longer than 48 inches in performance classes. Prohibited: Rowelled spurs in any class, Spurs of any type in showmanship. 16

17 HORSE (cont) TACK & ATTIRE (cont) Saddle Seat : Tack - Showmanship Required: The animal must be shown in a bridle which may be decorated. The bridle must be a pelham (one mouthpiece with two sets of reins) or a full bridle (two sets of reins with separate bits and cheekpieces), or a Walking Horse bridle. If the bridle is equipped with two reins, the snaffle rein is over the horse s head, resting on the horse s withers, and the animal is led with the curb rein. Optional: A whip not greater than 48 inches Prohibited: Dropped noseband, leg chains. Tack - Performance (Equitation or Pleasure NOT Dressage) Required: Saddle - The saddle must be a flat English style and may be a cutback. Bridle - English bridle with plain or decorated browband and regular cavesson noseband. It may be a pelham (one mouthpiece with two sets of reins) or a full bridle (two sets of reins with separate bits and cheekpieces), or a walking Horse bridle with curb bit and one set of reins. The curb chain must be at least 1/2 inch wide and lay flat against the animals jaw. Reins - continuous Optional: A whip not longer than 48 inches Prohibited: Any type of martingale, tiedown, dropped noseband, leg chains. Dressage: Attire - Riders may choose to exhibit in Western or English (Hunter-Type only) tack and attire as long as both tack and attire are from the same discipline. See English Hunter- Type and Western above for appropriate attire. Trail: Tack - See Western or English Hunter-Type(Dressage) sections above Attire - Riders may choose to exhibit in Western or English (Hunter-Type only) tack and attire as long as both tack and attire are from the same discipline. See English Hunter-Type and Western above for appropriate attire. Tack - See Western or English: Hunter-Type sections above Gymkhana Classes (Barrel Racing, Flag Race, Catalogue Race, Egg & Spoon) Attire Required: Western attire (see above) or a club shirt with western style pants/jeans or a club shirt with breeches. Boots should match the pants style (western boots for western pants or jeans and tall boots, paddock or jodhpur boots with breeches. All riders are required to wear an approved helmet with harness fastened whenever riders are mounted. 17

18 HORSE (cont) TACK & ATTIRE (cont) Gymkhana Classes Tack Required: All tack must correspond to rider s attire (i.e. riders wearing breeches must use English tack; riders wearing western attire must use western tack.) Saddle: Western or English saddle acceptable Bridle: Western or English Bit: Any of the acceptable bits described above are allowable as long as it is consistent with the tack and riders attire. Reins: split or continuous acceptable in Western; continuous only in English Optional: Barrel reins (continuous reins) may be used with western tack Tiedown, martingale, cavesson noseband, bat, crop; protective leg wraps or boots. CLASS RULES, PROCEDURES AND GUIDELINES Showmanship: In this class the exhibitor is Judged strictly on the exhibitor s ability to fit, groom and show an animal at halter. English (Hunter-Type or Saddle Seat Type) or Western attire is permissible Club shirts are not acceptable attire in this class. Judged strictly on the exhibitor s ability to fit, groom and show an animal at halter. Type, conformation and quality of the animal are NOT to be considered. Criteria and weighting as follows: Appearance of the animal = 40% (condition and thriftiness, grooming, trimming and tack) Appearance of the exhibitor = 10%; (clothing and person) Showing the animal in the ring = 50% (Leading, Poise, Alertness, Manners, the degree of training and preparation are visible by response to the exhibitor) 18

19 HORSE (cont) CLASS RULES, PROCEDURES AND GUIDELINES Dressage Dressage provides a method in which the junior exhibitor teaches a horse to be obedient, willing, supple, and responsive. The performance area must correspond to the measurements of either the standard 20 meters x 60 meters (65.6 feet by feet) or the small 20 meters by 40 meters (65.6 feet by feet) dressage arena and be marked off with a low border less than 1 foot high. Arena Dressage Letters (A, K, V, E, S, H, C, M, R, B, P, F) must be placed as shown in the diagram in the USDF Calendar of Competition or in the Illinois Guidelines for Junior Horse Shows and so that they are visible to the judges and competitors. Exhibitors will ride their test one at a time. The rider may enter the arena as soon as the previous rider has exited. He/she may ride/warm up in the space around the outside of the dressage arena only. Exhibitors may only ride one test per horse. After the bell or whistle is sounded the rider has one minute to arrive at (A), the start, and begin the test. All tests begin with a straight line to the middle of the arena (X), a stop and a salute by the rider to the judge. The rider may choose to use a reader to "call the test, reading each movement once only. The use of a reader will result in no discrimination by the judge. It is the responsibility of the exhibitor not the club or superintendent to arrange for a person to call the test. At the completion of the test and the final salute to the judge, the rider should ride forward a few steps at a free walk on a long rein, then loop back and exit at (A). The judge and scribe, who should be seated at a table or elevated stand at (C), outside the end of the arena opposite the entrance gate (A), should complete the filling out of the score sheets. A volunteer usually tabulated the scores, ranks the riders and makes the score sheets available to the riders. Judges are encourage to make individual comments to the exhibitors as these provide educational inputs for improvement. Western Horsemanship: In performing the pattern the exhibitor will display his or her ability as a rider (i.e. the seat, hand and leg position and the ability to control and show the mount). For additional detailed guidelines refer to the Illinois Guidelines for Junior Shows. The judge will evaluate the combined performance of the animal and the rider. Performance of the animal is not to be considered more important than the rider s method used to obtain performance. May be judged both ways of the ring with emphasis on hands, seat, guidance, and control of mount. A pattern may also be required and posted the day of the show. Light contact with the horse's mouth is required. Reins will be held in one hand (rider may not touch the horse or saddle with free hand). Free hand should indicate a relaxed (but not sloppy) attitude While in motion the rider should sit the trot and not post. When asked to reverse while working on the rail, the rider should reverse toward the center of the ring (away from the rail) and only at a walk or a trot. Horses should be obedient, alert, responsive, and move freely. Extreme speed will be penalized. Exhibitors can be disqualified for unsoundness as determined by the judge. Western Pleasure Classes: Judged both ways of the ring at all gaits appropriate to the class on a reasonable loose rein or with light contact and without undue restraint. Horses should be sensible, alert, bright, easy-moving and well -mannered. Animals must back easily and stand quietly. Rider may not touch the horse or saddle with free hand. Exhibitors are penalized for being on the wrong lead, excessive speed or slowness, breaking gait, appearing dull or lethargic, head too high or head lower than withers. Exhibitors can be disqualified for unsoundness. 19

20 HORSE (cont) CLASS RULES, PROCEDURES AND GUIDELINES English Equitation: English Equitation provides an opportunity for exhibitor to display ability as a rider (i.e. the seat, hand and leg positions and the ability to control and show the mount). For additional detailed guidelines refer to the Illinois Guidelines for Junior Shows. The judge will evaluate the combined performance of the animal and the rider. Performance of the animal is not to be considered more important than the rider s method used to obtain performance. Exhibitor may be judged both ways of the ring on basic position in the saddle; hand, seat, leg, body and foot positions; the ability to control and show the mount. Spurs and whips are optional, and if used must be used humanely. Exhibitors may be required to ride a pattern that will be posted the day of the show. In performing the pattern the exhibitor will display his or her ability as a rider (i.e. the seat, hand and leg position and the ability to control and show the mount). Hands should be light with light contact with the horse's mouth. Exhibitors can be disqualified for unsoundness as determined by the judge. Hunter-Type: Toes should be slightly out at an angle with heels down and calves in contact very slightly behind the girth. Seat is erect at the walk but for other gaits, the rider s body should be inclined slightly forward. Hands should be held in front of the saddle, over and in front of the withers, several inches above the withers. The thumbs should be closed over the reins. Saddle Seat Type: Two reins are properly held in each hand (if using pelham or full bridle hold the snaffle rein outside the little finger). The hands are held above the withers at the height best suited to the animals. The rider s back should be straight but relaxed the shoulders square and the head up. The riders knees and thighs soul have definitely contact with the saddle. Feet should be nearly parallel with stirrups slanted only slightly outward. English Pleasure: The horse should be well-mannered Extended gaits will not be called for. The animal should back easily and stand quietly. Extreme speed, slowness, breaking gait, incorrect leads, laboring action, pulling, head tossing, going sideways or tail switching will be penalized. Non-rowelled spurs and whips are optional, and if used must be used humanely. Exhibitors can be disqualified for unsoundness as determined by the judge. Hunter-Type Horse should provide a quiet and comfortable ride, moving in a long, low frame. The horse should be able to shorten or lengthen stride and cover ground as in hunt field. For all gaits the horse should move in a well-balanced frame with long smooth rhythmical strides. While working on the rail the order to reverse (at the walk or the trot) should executed by turning to the inside (away from the rail). Saddle Seat Type The animal should display style and attractive carriage of the head and the tail. An animated but controlled manner is desired. The trot or equivalent gait should be brisk, cadenced, easy and balanced. The rider should post to a trot but not to the equivalent breed gait or rack. 20

21 HORSE (cont) CLASS RULES, PROCEDURES AND GUIDELINES (cont) Trail: The Trail Class displays the ability exhibitor and mount to navigate obstacles such as those encountered on a trail ride. Going through the course one at a time, Trail is not a speed event but a test of control and obedience. The animal should demonstrate the ability to handle the obstacles with a calm, willing attitude. All obstacles used in the Trail Class should be practical and realistic, to simulate actual obstacles and hazards encountered on the trail. For Jr. Trail walk/trot (gait or jog) will be required For Sr. Trail walk/trot (gait or jog)/canter will be required. The exhibitor will be asked to move to the next obstacle after three refusals on any one obstacle. The pattern is to include no less than 6 but no more than 10 obstacles. The judge has the right and duty to alter the course or remove obstacles he or she deems unsafe. Horses must not be required to work on the rail. Obstacles may include: Gate (approx. 6 feet wide)- the rein hand may be changed before opening and after closing the gate, with no penalty. Changing hands on the gate or turning loose of the gate is penalized Bridge (non-tilting) Back (30 inch width minimum) between poles. Water hazard Slicker Ground tie Ground poles (walk over inches apart), trot over (36-40 inches apart), lope over (6-7 feet apart). Mailbox Obstacles consisting of four logs or rails 5-6 feet long laid in a square. Each contestant is to enter the square at the designated side execute a 360 turn, pause, and depart by stepping over a log or rail immediately opposite the side of entry. Pass by an object normally found on the trail. Prohibited obstacles: See Illinois Guidelines for Junior Horse Shows for prohibited obstacles A no score will be given for: Failure to attempt obstacles in the posted order Unnecessary roughness as determined by the judge Unsoundness as determined by the judge 21

22 HORSE (cont) CLASS RULES, PROCEDURES AND GUIDELINES (cont) Barrel Race: Attire: refer to the Gymkhana section above. A timed event that test the ability of the riders to safely maneuver their mounts around 3 barrels in the traditional prescribed pattern (see Illinois Guidelines for Junior Shows for a diagram). Contestants must start and stop their mounts inside the ring. No animal will be allowed into the ring until the previous contestant is excused. A no-time will be given for breaking the pattern or spurring the horse forward of the cinch. Flag Race: Attire: refer to the Gymkhana section above. A timed event in which from atop his/her horse, the rider must pick up the flag at the first barrel, proceed in an arc around the second barrel to the 3rd barrel, stick the flag in the container on the third barrel using one hand and then continue to ride across the finish line. Contestants must start and stop their mounts inside the ring. No animal will be allowed into the ring until the previous contestant is excused. A no-time will be given for: breaking the pattern spurring the horse forward of the cinch failing to pick up the flag failure to get the flag into the bucket. Catalog Race A timed event. A barrel is set up at the far end of the arena upon which is a catalog. The rider is given a page number and must ride to the barrel and rip the corresponding page out of the catalogue and ride back to the starting point. Attire: refer to the Gymkhana section above. Riders may but are not required to dismount to access the catalogue. The catalogue must be replaced atop the barrel before they return to the finish line. Contestants must start and stop their mounts inside the ring No animal will be allowed into the ring until the previous contestant is excused. A no-time will be given for: breaking the pattern returning with no page returning with an incorrect page failing to return the catalogue to the top of the barrel crossing the finish line unmounted. Egg & Spoon: The rider will hold an egg in a spoon while riding his/her horse in the arena. Rider may hold the egg in the spoon with thumb until instructed to remove thumb from the egg. The rider must then have his/her hand behind the black line on the spoon and may not touch the egg, hold their thumb over the egg, or hold their fingers under the bowl of the spoon. The judge or announcer will call out instructions and the riders must perform the gaits or commands given (such as take feet out of stirrups) while keeping the egg balanced atop the spoon. When given an instruction from the judge or announcer, the competitor must comply immediately. Riders may not post. When the egg falls from the spoon the rider is out. The last rider with the egg still in the spoon wins. 22

23 HORSE (cont) POINTS AND RULES FOR DIVISIONS To be considered for a Division Championship exhibitors must register in one showmanship, one dressage, and one equitation or horsemanship class from an appropriate division. Exhibitors may register for up to 10 classes and may participate in more than one division eligible equitation class during the course of the show. If an exhibitor is registered in more than one division eligible equitation class the rider must identify at checkin on the day of the show which class(es) he/she intends to count toward the Division Championship. Classes counting towards division championship must be designated to show staff before the classes are ridden and may not be changed after the class has taken place. Only placings in the designated showmanship, dressage and equitation classes will count towards the Division Championship. Novice Division: 101, 102, 103, 107 For beginner students of any age Superintendent reserves the right to modify entry based on skill level. Exhibitors registering for Novice Division classes are prohibited from entering any other dressage or equitation classes except those labeled as Novice. Exhibitors may show in Novice Division up to a maximum of 2 years (must be consecutive). Champion and Reserve Champion awarded based on the highest cumulative points scored in the 3 required classes (showmanship, dressage, and equitation) Junior Division: 101, 104, 105, 106, 109, 111, 117, 119 Contenders for Junior Champion, ages 8-13, must enter into: Junior Showmanship, one dressage class, and one junior equitation class. At least one of the performance classes (dressage or equitation) must be a canter class. If an exhibitor is registered in more than one division eligible equitation class the rider must identify at checkin on the day of the show which class(es) he/she intends to count toward the Division Championship. Classes counting towards division championship must be designated to show staff before the classes are ridden and may not be changed after the class has taken place. In case of a tie the dressage score will be used as tie-breaker. Champion and Reserve Champion Awarded Senior Division: 102, 107, 108, 111, 113, 117 Contenders for Senior Champion ages must enter into: Senior Showmanship, one dressage and one senior equitation class All performance classes must include a canter. If an exhibitor is registered in more than one division eligible dressage or equitation class the rider must identify at check-in on the day of the show which class(es) he/she intends to count toward the Division Championship. Classes counting towards division championship must be designated to show staff before the classes are ridden and may not be changed after the class has taken place. In case of a tie the dressage score will be used as tie-breaker. Champion and Reserve Champion Awarded 23

24 HORSE (cont) SHOW CLASSES SHOWMANSHIP 101 Junior Showmanship: English or Western, exhibitors Senior Showmanship: English or Western exhibitors DRESSAGE 103 Dressage Intro B, Walk/Trot (or Gait) English or Western Novice 104 Dressage Intro B, Walk/Trot (or Gait) English or Western 105 Dressage Training Level 1, Walk/Trot (or Gait)/Canter, English or Western 106 Dressage Training Level 3, Walk/Trot (or Gait)/Canter, English or Western NOVICE 107 Novice Equitation/Horsemanship, Walk/Trot (or Gait), English or Western - any age 108 Novice Pleasure, Walk/Trot(Jog or Gait), English or Western - any age ENGLISH 109 English Equitation, Walk/Trot (Gait) - Ages English Equitation, Walk/Trot (Gait) - Ages English Equitation, Walk/Trot (Gait)/Canter - Ages English Equitation, Walk/Trot (Gait)/Canter - Ages English Pleasure, Walk/Trot (Gait) - Ages English Pleasure, Walk/Trot (Gait) - Ages English Pleasure, Walk/Trot (Gait)/Canter - Ages English Pleasure, Walk/Trot (Gait)/Canter- Ages WESTERN 117 Western Horsemanship Walk/Jog (Gait) - Ages Western Horsemanship Walk/Jog (Gait) - Ages Western Horsemanship, Walk/Jog (Gait)/Lope - Ages Western Horsemanship, Walk/Jog (Gait)/Lope - Ages Western Pleasure, Walk/Jog (Gait) - Ages Western Pleasure, Walk/Jog (Gait) - Ages Western Pleasure, Walk/Jog (Gait)/Canter - Ages Western Pleasure, walk/jog (Gait)/Canter - Ages TRAIL 125 Trail Class Ages Trail Class Ages GYMKHANA 127 Barrel Race - any age 128 Flag Race - any age 129 Catalog Race - any age 130 Egg and Spoon - any age Horse Animal Science - See general project section of show book. 24

25 ILLINOIS 4-H CERTIFICATE OF OWNERSHIP (To be used only with non-registered horses.) I certify that I own the horse described below and plan to exhibit said horse at the Illinois State Junior Horse Show. Signature of 4-H Member I certify that the above statement is correct. Signature of Parent/Guardian (If member is under 18 years of age.) Name of Horse: Description of Horse: Color Height Markings Attach Two Photo(s) of Horse: (One photo per side.) Revised 1/

26 Illinois 4-H Horse Lease This Agreement is entered into between (4-H member) regarding the horse known as (Owner) and. The term of this lease is from to August 31st of the current 4-H year. The express purpose of this lease is for training and exhibition at 4-H functions. Lessee agrees that while the horse is in his/her possession to keep the horse properly housed, fed and groomed and to maintain any veterinary care that is needed. Lessee and his/her parents/guardians assume full responsibility for the conduct and behavior of this animal. Lessee shall also see that any training is done humanely and in the manner of good sportsmanship. If medical care should exceed $, both parties will meet and discuss the responsibility of further care. Should the horse die of natural causes and be examined by a veterinarian who verifies this fact, all parties will be held harmless. If the horse dies from negligence, the Lessee is held responsible for the full replacement value of the horse. Both parties agree that if the contents of this agreement are not upheld, the horse will be returned immediately to the Lessor. The horse is leased for the amount of $ (not less that $1.00), thereby making this contract legal and binding. Owner s Signature (Lessor) 4-H Member s Signature (Lessee) 4-H Member s Parents/Guardians Signature Date Attach Two Photo(s) of Horse: (One photo per side) 26

27 POULTRY Poultry Animal Science Exhibition Date: June 30, 2018 Breese Livestock Exhibition Date: July 15, :30 am - Clinton County Fairgrounds All exhibitors must abide by the 2018 Exhibition Livestock Health Requirements and general livestock policies and ethics certification information. o The 2018 guidelines will be found Exhibitors check in 30 minutes before the show. Exhibitors must own all poultry by June 1, current year. Exhibitors may show no more than two (2) entries per class. All poultry are subject to a health inspection. Sick/diseased and parasite-infested poultry will be disqualified at the discretion of the superintendent and/or veterinarian and will not be allowed to show. Remember to dust your birds for lice once a month, through July. Please establish a routine for checking and treating for lice and mites NOW. Poultry are required to be free of disease, parasites and mites, clean and show ready. Poultry that are not free will be disqualified. A broiler-fryer market pen consists of three cockerels or three pullets of the same breed each weighing between 3 and 4 pounds inclusive. A roaster market pen consists of three cockerels or three pullets of the same breed weighing over 4 pounds. A Wild Game permit is required for game birds (pheasant, quail, etc.). Can be obtained from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources. Champions Champions will be selected from 1 st place A-rated animals. Reserve Champions will be selected from the remaining 1 st place animals or the second place animal in the class the champion was selected from. The Livestock Committee will decide the number of Champions based on entries, a minimum of two (2) entries is required. Ownership A pullet or cockerel is a bird that has been hatched on or after January 1, current year. A hen or cock is a bird that was hatched before January 1, current year. All eggs must be raised by exhibitor. Store bought eggs are NOT allowed and will disqualified. CLASSES: Bantams Standards *Pullet female bird under one year *Cockerel male bird under one year *Hen female bird one year old or older *Cock/Rooster male bird one year old or older *These individual birds cannot be used in the trio or market pen classes 27

28 POULTRY (cont) Breeding Trio Class #300 One Cockerel, Two Pullets, under 1 year, must be purebred. Class #301 One Cock/Rooster, Two Hens, over 1 year, must be purebred. Egg Production Trio Class #400 Three Pullets or Three Hens, may be purebred or crossbred Class #401 One Dozen Eggs Champion Poultry Reserve Champion Poultry Domestic Birds Class #500 Turkey, one bird Class #501 Pheasants, one pair Class #502 Quail, four birds Class #503 Pigeons, one pair Class #504 Duck, one bird Class #505 Other Birds, one bird Champion Domestic Bird Reserve Champion Domestic Bird Market Pens Class #600 Broiler-Fryer Market Pen - three cockerels or three pullets of the same breed each weighing between 3 and 4 pounds inclusive. Class #601 Roaster Market Pen - three cockerels or three pullets of the same breed each weighing over 4 pounds. Champion Market Pen Reserve Champion Market Pen Showmanship If a member won in a showmanship class in 2017, he/she will move up to the next class regardless of Age. If a member won Senior Showmanship in 2017, he/she will continue to compete in that class, no one is required to sit out. Minimum of 2 exhibitors required. Livestock Committee reserves the right to combine classes due to number of entries. Senior Showmanship - ages 14 to 18 as of September 1 of previous year Intermediate Showmanship - ages 11 to 13 as of September 1 of previous year Junior Showmanship - ages 8 to 10 as of September 1 of previous year Poultry Animal Science - See general project section of show book. 28

29 RABBITS Rabbit Animal Science Exhibition Date: June 30, Breese Livestock Exhibition Date: July 15, :00 am - Clinton County Fairgrounds All exhibitors must abide by the 2018 Exhibition Livestock Health Requirements and general livestock policies and ethics certification information. o The 2018 guidelines will be found Exhibitors check in 30 minutes before the show. Rabbits have no health paper requirements for a one day show, but should appear healthy, clean, and in show condition in order to participate. Superintendents reserve the right to dismiss any animal that does not appear healthy. Exhibitors may show no more than two (2) entries per class. No cages will be provided. Rabbits will be judged on cleanliness & overall appearance. Market pens will be judged on body composition and appropriate weight. Ensure all rabbits are the appropriate weight for their breed and class. Champions Champions will be selected from 1 st place A-rated animals. Reserve Champions will be selected from the remaining 1 st place animals or the second place animal in the class the champion was selected from. The Livestock Committee will decide the number of Champions based on entries, a minimum of two (2) entries is required. Ownership Does/Bucks -- By June 1 of the year exhibiting; All others -- Out of stock owned prior to June 1. Breeds - *Denotes breeds best suited for Market Pens 4 Class - American Fuzzy Lops, American Sable, English Angora, French Angora, Satin Angora, Belgian Hare, Britannia Petite, Standard Chinchilla, Dutch, Dwarf Hotot, English Spot, *Florida White, Harlequin, *Havana, Holland Lop, Himalayan, Jersey Wooly, Lilac, Mini Lop, *Mini Satin, Netherland Dwarf, Mini Rex, Rex, Polish, Rhinelander, Silver, Tan, Thrianta 6 Class - Cross Breeds, American, Giant Angora, Beveren,* Californian,*Champaign D Argent, Checkered Giant, American Chinchilla, Giant Chinchilla, Cinnamon, Crème D Argent, Flemish Giant, Blanc De Hotot, English Lop, French Lop,*New Zealand, *Palomino, *Satin, Silver Fox For a guide of weights by breed, please contact Dave Ratermann, the Superintendent

30 RABBITS (cont) CLASSES (age as of show date): 4 Class (Fancy) 6 Class (Meat Type) Jr Doe Under 6 months Intermediate Doe 6-8 months Sr Doe Over 8 months Jr Buck Under 6 months Intermediate Buck 6-8 months Sr Buck Over 8 months Champion 4 Class Reserve Champion 4 Class (Opposite Champion Gender) Champion 6 Class Reserve Champion 6 Class (Opposite Champion Gender) Grand Champion 4 and 6 Class Single Fryer - Class #300 1 rabbit not over 70 days old; lbs. each. Champion Fryer Reserve Champion Fryer Market Pen of Three Class # rabbit not over 70 days old; lbs. each. Market pens shall consist of three rabbits, all of the same breed and variety. Broken variety pens must also be of the same variety, ex. all should be black and white or gray and white not two black and white and one gray and white. A market pen does not necessarily have to come from the same litter. They are judged on meat type, condition, uniformity of body and weight, and fur. Champion Market Pen Reserve Champion Market Pen Showmanship If a member won in a showmanship class in 2017, he/she will move up to the next class regardless of Age. If a member won Senior Showmanship in 2017, he/she will continue to compete in that class, no one is required to sit out. Minimum of two (2) exhibitors required. Livestock Committee reserves the right to combine classes due to number of entries. Senior Showmanship - ages 14 to 18 as of September 1 of previous year Intermediate Showmanship - ages 11 to 13 as of September 1 of previous year Junior Showmanship - ages 8 to 10 as of September 1 of previous year Rabbit Animal Science -See general project section of show book

31 SHEEP Sheep Animal Science Exhibition Date: June 30, 2018 Breese Livestock Exhibition Date: July 16, :30am - Clinton County Fairgrounds All exhibitors must abide by the 2018 Exhibition Livestock Health Requirements and general livestock policies and ethics certification information. o The 2018 guidelines will be found Exhibitors check in 30 minutes before the show. Exhibitors may show no more than two (2) entries per class. Champions Champions will be selected from 1 st place A-rated animals. Reserve Champions will be selected from the remaining 1 st place animals or the second place animal in the class the champion was selected from. The Livestock Committee will decide the number of Champions based on entries, a minimum of two (2) entries is required. Classes: Ewe Lambs born on or after January 1, current year. Purebreds Crossbreds Fall Ewe Lambs born between September 1 and December 31, previous year Yearling Ewe born before September 1, previous year Champion Ewe Reserve Champion Ewe Ram Lambs born after January 1, current year. Champion Ram Reserve Champion Ram Purebreds Crossbreds Market Lamb Class # 500 Animals may be wethers or ewes. Champion Market Lamb Reserve Champion Market Lamb Showmanship If a member won in a showmanship class in 2017, he/she will move up to the next class regardless of Age. If a member won Senior Showmanship in 2017, he/she will continue to compete in that class, no one is required to sit out. Minimum of 2 exhibitors required. Livestock Committee reserves the right to combine classes due to number of entries. Senior Showmanship - ages 14 to 18 as of September 1 of previous year Intermediate Showmanship - ages 11 to 13 as of September 1 of previous year Junior Showmanship - ages 8 to 10 as of September 1 of previous year Sheep Animal Science - See general project section of show book. 31

32 SMALL PETS Small Pet Animal Science Exhibition Date: June 30, 2018 Breese Livestock Exhibition Date: July 15, :00pm - Clinton County Fairgrounds All exhibitors must abide by the 2018 Exhibition Livestock Health Requirements and general livestock policies and ethics certification information. o The 2018 guidelines will be found Exhibitors check in 20 minutes before the show. All Small pets are to remain caged at all times. Any small animal showing uncontrollable behavior, lameness, or excessive aggression will be removed from the show or class for the safety of all involved. Small pets need to be kept away from each other in order to minimize aggressive behavior. Small pets will be judged on cleanliness, general health and grooming. Superintendents and Extension Staff reserve the right to dismiss any animal that does not appear healthy. Small pets are not state fair eligible. Small Pet Care - Class #100 Projects will be judged according to the level in which the 4-H member is enrolled o Small Pets 1 Pet Pals o Small Pets 2 Scurrying Ahead o Small Pets 3 Scaling the Heights o Small Pets Guinea Pigs Scoring o 25% Condition and health of your pet o 25% Completion and documentation of two activities of your choice from your project book. o 50% Conference-judging interview with the judge who will ask a few general questions. Small Pets Animal Science - See general project section of show book. 32

33 SWINE Swine Animal Science Exhibition Date: June 30, 2018 Breese Livestock Exhibition Date: July 17, :00 A.M Fairgrounds All exhibitors must abide by the 2018 Exhibition Livestock Health Requirements and general livestock policies and ethics certification information. o The 2018 guidelines will be found Swine will be weighed in Sunday night at 6:00 for any members showing in the County Open Show. Members not showing open will weigh in 7:00 am on day of show. Exhibitors check in 30 minutes before the show with health papers. Exhibitors may show no more than two (2) entries per class, unless noted. Gilt and barrows are allowed to show. No boars or sows are allowed Please leave at least ¼ of hair on barrows and gilts. Please clean up trash after the show and take manure to the end of the barn. Ownership Owned by exhibitor since June 1, 2018 Age Requirement Barrows farrowed on or after January 15, Gilts farrowed on or after January 1, Champions Champions will be selected from 1 st place A-rated animals. Reserve Champions will be selected from the remaining 1 st place animals or the second place animal in the class the champion was selected from. The Livestock Committee will decide the number of Champions based on entries, a minimum of two (2) entries is required. Breeding Stock Purebred Gilts The class breakdown for Breeding stock Purebred Gilts will be determined by farrowing date of the animal. An exhibitor may show up to 2 purebred animals per class. If more than one animal is being shown in the class, another Clinton County 4H member must show the additional entry in that class. Classes: January Gilt February Gilt March Gilt Jan 1-30 Feb 1-28 March 1-after Purebred Champion Purebred Gilt Reserve Champion Purebred Gilt 33

34 SWINE (cont) Breeding Stock Crossbred Gilts - Class #200 The weight breakdown for these classes will be determined by the Livestock Committee following final weigh-in on the morning of the show. An exhibitor may show up to 2 crossbred animals per weight class (light, medium, heavy). If more than one animal belonging to an individual exhibitor is designated for a particular weight class, another Clinton County 4-H member must show the additional entries in that class. Champion Crossbred Gilt Reserve Champion Crossbred Gilt Market Gilts & Barrows The weight breakdown for these classes will be determined by the Livestock Committee following final weigh-in on the morning of the show. An exhibitor may show up to 2 market animals per weight class (light, medium, heavy). If more than one animal belonging to an individual exhibitor is designated for a particular weight class, another Clinton County 4-H member must show the additional entries in that class. Market Gilts Class #300- All Breeds Champion Market Gilt Reserve Champion Market Gilt Market Barrow Classes Purebred 400 Crossbred 500 Champion Purebred Barrow Reserve Champion Purebred Barrow Champion Crossbred Barrow Reserve Champion Crossbred Barrow Grand Champion Market Barrow Reserve Grand Champion Market Barrow 34