These entries would not take precedence over regular entries or alternates. Exhibit-only entries will not take precedence over competitive entries. As far as training in the arena, this is already evident. Until this program has more matches available and more opportunities to trial within the 60 day limitation after completing a title, exhibit-only may be the only way some handlers can get ring experience. The Subcommittee received many letters regarding this issue.
People are definitely on one side of the fence or the other.
The proposal is to allow championship points awarded from duck classes. The program already recognizes advanced titles in duck work. Championship points are earned by doing advanced work. Allowing points from duck work will allow more dogs and handlers to stay in the program and compete. We would not be denying anyone the ability to continue.