The starting point is a natural marked spot indicated by the judge. The end is a natural marked spot approximately 2 -3 from the actual quarry. The terriers time is clocked up until he comes to this spot. This is considered coming up to the quarry for this test. Does not follow line directly.
Skirts cover, sloppy work.
Mucking about on line, goes over line again. Swings off line at start of check, then waits for someone to find line. Pees on bushes, pokes in holes, wastes time. Misleads or distracts terrier. The terrier is judged on his ability to follow a line in a simulated natural hunting environment, to locate, mark and open on quarry.