Sled Sprint

The Weight Pull Sports-Sled Sprint is without a doubt one of the most exciting and attention grabbing dog
sports the AAPBA offers. Strength, speed and determination plays a big role in this event. Quite simply the dog
who can pull a sled equal to their body weight the fastest for a distance of 60 feet is the winner. Dogs are
divided into 2 classes Rookies and Champions. This electrifying event promotes the speed and vigor of a dog
which has won the enthusiasm and attention of strict competitors as well as entry level weight pullers. Who has
the fastest most powerful dog? Welcome to the Sled Sprint!

Here is a brief run down of the order of events.
Your dogs name is called. Approach the sled sprint area and wait till judge or assistant gives you the "ok" to
enter the track and approach the starting line. Dogs must have leash and collar applied and pull harness on when
approaching the Sled Sprint area. Connect your dog harness to the sled. Begin the 60ft sprint. Judge will write
down time. You have the option of running your dog twice.

Sled Sprint Equipment
The Sleds and Weight.
All sled sprint pulls are conducted on a 60ft track made of either natural terrain or astroturf. Sleds are welded
steel and can withstand 300 lbs. of weight. Weight is usually made up of round plates of pre weighted steel or
concrete. The time a dog finishes 60ft pulling their body weight is clocked by a stopwatch.

Sled Sprint Officials
Sled Sprint Judge - stands on the side of the track and marks the time of finished run. The judge reinforces safety
and rules; the judge's decision is final.
Sled Sprint Steward - helps the judge keep score and may also help hold the sled in place before dog runs while
also braking and pulling back weight to starting line and loading weight for the next competing dog.

The Sled Sprint rules are designed for fairness in competition and for the safety of the dog
and its owners. These rules must be followed to avoid disqualification.

1. No food, drink or smoking in, on or around Sled Sprint area.
2. All dogs will be weighed and placed in their classes before judge gives the
event safety briefing.
3. All dogs must wear a collar and leash at all times.
4. All dogs must be 5 feet apart at all times.
5. If bait is used it must first be approved by Sled Sprint Judge.
6. No Females in heat in or around sled sprint area.
7. The dog must run 60 feet for a qualified sled sprint pull.
8. Dog can run with leash but it must hang loosely.
9. Incase of a tie there will be a run off.
10. Collar and leash will be on your dog before connecting and after disconnecting from sled.
11. Time will start as soon as dog starts pulling, or owner gives command.
12. Judge can start, re-start or stop competition anytime.
13. Foul if dog touches bait or handler.
14. Disqualification on 2nd foul.
15. Dog must complete Sled Sprint run in 45 seconds.
16. Judges option to skip or disqualify competitors if not ready for event.
17. Challenging calls, arguing, profanity, disruptive behavior and any form of dog
abuse results in an immediate disqualification.
18. The use of live bait, dead animal flesh or food is strictly prohibited.
19. Disqualification if dog relieves itself on track.
20. Disqualification if dog bites owner, judge or anyone else.
21. Awards and results are presented at the completion of event.
22. All rules and decisions are final, No refunds available.

Classes
Males compete against females

Rookie Class
Dogs that have 0-49 points earned.

Champion Class
Dogs that have earned 50 points and above.

Awards/Points
Rookies
First place Best Time Trophy= ten points
Second place Medallion = six points
Third place Ribbon =four points

Champions
First place Best Time Trophy= ten points
Second place Medallion = six points
Third place Ribbon =four points

Championship Titles

0-49 points Rookie

50 points earns Sled Sprint Certified Championship SSCC

100 points earns Sled Sprint Elite Championship SSEC

150 points earns Sled Sprint Master Championship SSMC

200 points earns Sled Sprint Ultimate Championship SSUC

250 points earns Sled Sprint Superior Championship SSSC

300 points earns Sled Sprint Premier Championship SSPC