Treadmill Sprint

The Treadmill Sprint is an event that measures the endurance of a dog. Dogs run on a slat mill for 3 minutes
and the distance traveled is read from an odometer and recorded. The Treadmill Sprint is a very fast paced event
and the dogs that have an amazing lung capacity, spirit and drive succeed and prosper in this event. The AAPBA
is the first registry to make the Treadmill Sprint a competition and a show event. All Treadmill Sprint winners and
Best Time Trophy is calculated by the HDR (Height Distance Ratio) to determine the fastest and most powerful
driven dog.

Here is a brief run down of the order of events.
Your dogs name is called. Approach treadmill and wait till judge or assistant has applied the brake. Dog must load
from the rear. Owners must have a walking harness or flat collar applied. The sprint will begin at judges release.
Judge will announce when time has expired then apply brake. Disconnect. Dogs must unload from the front.

Treadmill Sprint Equipment
The Treadmill
All Treadmill Sprint races are conducted on a dog treadmill made of steel tubing and wooden slats that make up
the belt of the mill. Distance traveled is read from a mounted odometer and recorded.

Treadmill Sprint Officials
Treadmill Sprint Judge - stands by the mill marking the time of finish reinforces safety and rules; the judge's
decision is final.
Treadmill Sprint Steward - help the judge load, secure and unload dogs. Organizes class entries and check
collars or harnesses for proper type and fit and make sure the dog is safely secured away from the ends of the
mill.

The Extreme Treadmill 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.

AAPBA Extreme Treadmill Sprint Dog Racing Rules
1. No Smoking in, on or around Treadmill area.
2. All dogs will be measured and placed in their classes before judge gives the event safety briefing.
3. All dogs must wear a choke chain collar at all times.
4. All dogs must be 5 feet apart at all times.
5. Bait must first be approved by Judge.
6. No females in heat in, on or around event and treadmill.
7. Dogs toenails must be trimmed.
8. Dogs must run for 3 minutes.
9. In case of tie, dogs "run off" for a 1 minute.
10. Choke chain and leash must be "applied" before you connect or disconnect from mill chains. If dog competes
without a choke chain you must inform or ask judge before removal.
11. Be careful of hair, fingers and bait while treadmill is in use, especially the mill ends.
12. Time starts as soon as judge releases brake.
13. Judge can start-re-start or stop event anytime.
14. Dog cannot touch any person & bait.
15. Judges option to skip or disqualify competitors if not ready for event.
16. Challenging calls, arguing, profanity, disruptive behavior and any form of dog abuse results in an immediate
disqualification.
17. The use of live bait, dead animals & food is prohibited.
18. Disqualification if dog relieves itself on mill.
19. Disqualification if dog bites owner, judge or anyone else.
20. Awards and results are presented at the completion of event.
21. All rules and decisions are final. No refunds available.

AAPBA Extreme Dog Racing Classes
The AAPBA Sanctioned Treadmill Extreme Dog Racing Event consists of up to five height classes.

Height Classes
Hot Shots and Champion Hot Shots under 10 inches (Specialty Class)
10 to 12 7/8 inches. (10's)
13 to 15 7/8 inches. (13's)
16 to 18 7/8 inches. (16's)
19 to 20 7/8 inches. (19's)
21 and above. (21's)

AAPBA Extreme Treadmill Dog Racing Points and Championship
An award will be given for first place in each class. Points will be awarded to the first thru fifth place in each Champion class as stated below.

Points
*First place = ten points
Second place = six points
Third place =four points
Fourth place = three points
Fifth place = two points
*All first place dogs receive award
Best Time in Show receives trophy and earns 5 points.
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AAPBA Extreme Treadmill Dog Racing Championship Titles
Once a dog earns its Championship Title in the Treadmill Sprint in the EDR it will always compete against Champions in their same height class (listed
above). All dogs that have not earned championship are considered Rookies.

0-49 points is a Rookie

50 points earns Treadmill Certified Championship (TCC)

100 points earns Treadmill Elite Championship (TEC)

150 points earns Treadmill Master Championship (TMC)

200 points earns Treadmill Ultimate Championship (TUC)

250 points earns Treadmill Superior Championship (TSC)

300 points earns Treadmill Premier Championship (TPC)