2023 Small Animal Exhibitor Guide

Small Animal EXHIBITOR GUIDE

Youth Small Animals Schedule

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Sale Animals In Still Exhibit Delivery ( No Fresh Eggs )

Thursday, June 15

Cavy Show Cavy Showmanship Cavy Bowl ( following Cavy Showmanship ) Cavy Champion Exhibitor ( following Cavy Bowl ) Cavy Release ( After Cavy Show ) Cat Show Cat Showmanship ( following Cat Show ) Cat Dress-Up ( following Cat Showmanship ) Cat Bowl ( following Cat Dress-Up ) Cat Champion Exhibitor ( following Cat Bowl ) Dog Obedience, Rally, & Showmanship Competition (Location: Bernal Greens) Dog Champion Exhibitor ( following Dog Show )

Friday, June 16

10:00 AM

2:00 PM

Saturday, June 17

10:00 AM

Dog Agility (Location: Bernal Greens)

Sunday, June 18

10:00 AM

Tuesday, June 27

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Rabbit, Poultry, and Fresh Egg Delivery 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM Club Cage Decorating

Wednesday, June 28

9:00 AM 10:00 AM 3:00 PM

Primary Rabbit Judging ( Exhibitor Participation Required) Rabbit Judging ( Exhibitor Participation Required ) Rabbit Bowl Poultry Bowl ( following Rabbit Bowl ) Champion Exhibitor Contest ( following Poultry Bowl )

Thursday, June 29

9:00 AM 10:00 AM 11:00 AM

Rabbit Showmanship

Poultry Judging ( Exhibitor Participation is Not Required )

Poultry Showmanship

Saturday, July 1

3:00 PM

Rabbit, Poultry, and Cavy Dress-Up ( Order: Rabbit, Poultry, Cavy )

Monday, July 3

8:00 AM – 9:00 AM

Rabbit and Poultry Cage Cleaning and Release (Drive up to Small Animals Department)

Tuesday, July 4

7:30 AM- 9:00 AM

Market Small Animal Delivery (All Market Rabbits, Broiler Chicken Pens, & Turkeys) Gate 12 Health Check for all Market Poultry Market Rabbit Judging (Exhibitor Participation is Required; Daily cage cleaning through auction date is required) Broiler Chicken Pen Judging (Exhibitor Participation is Not Required; Daily cage cleaning through auction date is required) Market Turkey Show (FFA then 4-H) (Location: Amador Pavilion) Market Turkey Showmanship

Wednesday, July 5

10:00 AM

5:00 PM

Thursday, July 6

3:00 PM

Small Animal Round Robin (Junior Followed by Advanced)

Small Animals Awards Ceremony (Location: Country Plaza)

Saturday, July 8

1:00 PM

Sunday, July 9

9:00 AM

Junior Livestock Auction

Monday, July 10

9:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Still Exhibits Release

For Questions, please email: SmallAnimals@alamedacountyfair.com General Exhibits Phone: (925)426-7611

Open Small Animals Schedule

Thursday, June 15

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Sale Animals In

Tuesday, June 20

10:00 AM

Open Rabbit & Open Poultry Delivery

Wednesday, June 21

10:00 AM

Open Rabbit Show

Thursday, June 22

10:00 AM

Open Poultry Show followed by Open Pigeon Show

Monday, June 26

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Open Small Animals Release

Entry Fees and Deadlines:

$1.50 per entry

Due June 2, 2023

For Questions, please email: SmallAnimals@alamedacountyfair.com

YOUTH SMALL ANIMAL DEPARTMENT RULES Submission of entry constitutes as agreement of these rules.

SPECIAL RULES (4-H, FFA, & OPEN YOUTH JUDGED TOGETHER)

1. ELIGIBILITY: OWNERSHIP: Exhibitors must be the bona fide owners of all entries for 60 days prior to the opening day of the fair. All entries must be under the maintenance of the exhibitor at least 60 days prior to the opening day of the fair. a. Exhibitors can only show rabbits in either 4-H, FFA, or Open Youth. Out-of-county 4-H or FFA is considered Open Youth. b. The greatest care will be exercised in the handling of exhibits, but the Fair Management, the Fair Association, and the County of Alameda will not be held responsible for loss, theft, or damage of any kind from any cause. Submission of entry constitutes an agreement to this effect. c. 5 – 8-year-old exhibitors may not show rabbits in the Market Rabbit or Poultry Divisions (meat animals). They may enter showmanship and other Rabbit, Cavy, or Poultry divisions. NO ONE UNDER THE AGE OF 5 as of January 1, 2023, is eligible to show in any of the small animal divisions or classes. d. Youth members of youth organizations in surrounding counties may enter in the Small Animals Department as “Open Youth”. These exhibit ors may not participate in Department 4 (Market Division) and Round Robin events. e.

Age is determined by the exhibitor’s age as of January 1, 202 3. If you have previously used the online entry portal, please remember to ensure the exhibitor’s age and date of birth are correct so that classification is accurate on judging day. If you are not using the online entry portal, the exhibitor’s date of birth MUST be clearly written on entry forms. ENTRY: a. Animals will be shown and judged in the proper division and class for the breed, variety, age, and sex only. If no division is offered, no awards may be made. b. The sex and age in months (on show date) must be entered on the entry form for each entry. c. Substitutions must be made at least 24 hours prior to delivery and may be made within the same division only. See State Rule II-5. Ear changes will be accepted only within the same breed, variety, class, and sex. d. All rabbits must be identified by a permanent ear tattoo marking before arriving at the show to conform to the entry form. Any duplication of ear markings by one exhibitor in the same division must be eliminated and the change recorded on the judging sheet before judging. e. All poultry must be identified by a leg band to conform to the entry form before arriving at the Fair. All entries will be checked on delivery. f. Commercial chickens and recognized egg-producing crosses may be shown in the utility division for large chickens. g. State Rabbit and Poultry Health Rule: Any rabbit or poultry showing evidence of disease will be immediately removed from the Fairgrounds.

HANDLING: a.

Youth Exhibitors are responsible for feeding and watering their own animals. Feed and shavings will be provided by the Fair and available between 8 AM and 9:30 AM daily. In the case of an exhibitor not being present, another youth (proxy) may be designated. b. Youth Exhibitors are required to clean their animal’s cages every day be tween 8 and 9:30 AM. Cages not cleaned beyond two days will be subject to forfeiture of all awards and premiums. c. NO Straw or Hay in Cages. d. Animals can only be taken from cages for scheduled activities. Animals may not be removed until checkout day and time. e. DURING SMALL ANIMAL EVENTS, ONLY EXHIBITORS ARE ALLOWED TO HANDLE AND CARE FOR THE ANIMALS. Adults are not allowed to handle animals. See 4-H and FFA Local Rule for penalty and enforcement provisions. f. CAGE SECURITY: Though the Small Animal staff does their best to ensure security of animals on exhibit, youth exhibitors are REQUIRED TO PROVIDE and MAINTAIN LOCKS for their animals. Combination or key locks are encouraged. Alameda County Fair will offer “C” rings, but youth exhibitors must provide their own means of “C” ring installation and removal (i.e. pliers).

JUDGING: a.

Exhibitors must carry their own rabbits.

b. SHOW ATTIRE: Show attire will be worn by all exhibitors at every event. Rabbit exhibitors must wear long sleeves. Bowl teams may choose a themed attire and do not have to use 4-H uniform. Costume may be worn to match animal in the Dress-Up contest.  FFA: White shirt and pant, FFA tie or scarf and jacket.  4-H: White long sleeve shirt and pants, 4-H tie or scarf and hat.  OPEN YOUTH EXHIBITORS: White long sleeve shirt and pants. 5. RELEASE: Release slips are required to remove exhibits from the Fairgrounds. It is the exhibitor’s responsibility to obtain the Release from the Small Animal Office Check-out Staff prior to departure. EARLY RELEASE of exhibit animals will result in forfeiture of all awards.

SALES: See Open Small Animal Department Rules.

Open Small Animals Department Rules

Submission of entry constitutes as agreement to the following rules: 1. Competition is open to adult worldwide residents. Entries will be accepted on a space available basis; according to the date entry form is received. 2. Youth, 9 through 17 years of age, must show in the Junior Small Animal Department. NO ONE UNDER THE AGE OF 5 MAY COMPETE IN ANY SMALL ANIMAL DIVISION OR CLASS. 3. The Fair Association reserves the right to refuse any entry or refuse to display any entry considered not to be in accordance with the rules of entry or in the best interests of the Fair. 4. ENTRIES: All entries MUST be identified by permanent ear tattoo or leg band to conform to the entry form before entering the grounds. All entries will be checked at delivery. 5. ALL POULTRY EXHIBIT BIRDS MUST GO THROUGH THE POULTRY HEALTH INSPECTION BEFORE ENTERING THE FAIRGROUNDS. INSPECTIN TENT LOCATED THROUGH GATE 12 NEAR SHUTTLE AREA. 6. Unhealthy exhibits will be returned to owner as soon as possible. The judge may excuse an exhibit from competition. 7. RELEASE: a. All entries must be removed as scheduled. The Fair has no provisions for caring for exhibits and will assume no responsibility for exhibits not picked up as specified. b. EARLY RELEASE of exhibit animals will result in forfeiture of all awards. c. RELEASE SLIPS are required to leave the Fairgrounds. Exhibitors are responsible for obtaining release slips from the Small Animal checkout table. 8. The greatest care will be exercised in the handling of exhibits, but the fair staff, the fair association, and the County of Alameda will not be held responsible for loss, theft, or damage of any kind from any cause. Submission of entry constitutes an agreement to this effect. 9. SALE OF EXHIBITS: Non-competitive animals sold by exhibitor and judged exhibits may be sold through the Sales Office with the following policies: a. To sell, complete a contract in the Sales Office after judging. Fair personnel will identify exhibits for sale. NO PERSONAL SALES NOTES are allowed. b. All sales completed at the Fair are subject to 20% commission for administrative costs. Sale checks will be mailed after Fair. c. Sellers are responsible to ensure the health of animals until release. The Alameda County Fair Association, its agents, employees, or representatives do not guarantee the condition of the birds/rabbits upon release.

d. The Fair Management reserves the right to discontinue the sale of exhibits at any time. e. All sales animals must be permanently tattooed in the left ear, and the first three letters of the seller’s last name must be written with permanent marker in the right ear. f. All sales are limited to exhibitors. Sale cages for animals available to exhibitors only. 10. DELIVERY: Use Valley Avenue, Gate 12. Vehicles are not allowed on Fairgrounds after 11 AM on fair days. 11. POULTRY HEALTH INSPECTION: ALL POULTRY MUST PASS MANDATORY POULTRY HEALTH INSPECTION BEFORE DELIVERY TO SMALL ANIMALS DEPARTMENT. HEALTH INSPECTION TENT LOCATED THROUGH GATE 12 NEAR WHITE SHUTTLE TENT. 12. ALL LOCAL AND STATE RULES APPLY - SEE CONTENTS FOR JUDGING STANDARDS

For Questions, please email: SmallAnimals@alamedacountyfair.com

General Exhibits Phone: (925)426-7611

Youth & Open Small Animals Entry Information

Entry Fees per Class Online Late

Division

$1.50 $1.50 $1.50 $1.50 $1.50 $1.50 $1.50

$3.00 $3.00 $3.00 $3.00 $3.00 $3.00 $3.00

Cavy

Cat

Chicken

Rabbit

Dog

Small Animals Market Rabbits, Chickens, & Turkeys

Posters

❖ Entry Deadline:

All Entry Forms and Fees must be Entered online on or before June 2, 2023. Late entries may be entered online after June 2 but no later than June 9 at 8 pm. Late entries are not guaranteed cage space.

❖ Click here to enter online: https://alamedlive.fairwire.com

Delivery Information

DELIVERY: Use Valley Avenue, Gate 12. Vehicles are not allowed on Fairgrounds after 11 AM on fair days.

POULTRY HEALTH INSPECTION: ALL POULTRY MUST PASS MANDATORY POULTRY HEALTH INSPECTION BEFORE DELIVERY TO THE SMALL ANIMALS DEPARTMENT. THE HEALTH INSPECTION TENT IS LOCATED THROUGH GATE 12 NEAR THE WHITE SHUTTLE TENT.

Cats, Dogs, and Pets – See individual department

ALL LOCAL AND STATE RULES APPLY - SEE CONTENTS FOR JUDGING STANDARDS

DEPARTMENT 1 Youth Small Animal Contests Individual Educational Poster Contest

SPECIAL RULES 1. Poster Contest. Posters are one-sided. Dimensions may NOT exceed 28” x 36”. Exhibitor Name and ENTRY DIVISION and CLASS must be CLEARLY PRINTED on the back of each poster.

AWARDS – per class

1 st

2 nd

3 rd

$5.00

$4.00

$3.00

DIVISION

A. Rabbit Exhibits: 2023 Theme: Rabbit Domestication Year-Round, Seasonal Care B. Poultry Exhibits: 2023 Theme: Poultry Domestication Year-Round, Seasonal Care C. Cavy Exhibits: 2023 Theme: Cavy Domestication Year-Round, Seasonal Care D. Pet Exhibits (Dogs, Cats, Etc.): 2023 Theme: Domestication of Common Pets Year-Round, Seasonal Care

CLASS 1. Individual Educational Board Exhibit (Exhibitors must be 9 years or older)

Champion Exhibitor Contest

SPECIAL RULES 1. Individuals compete in a special contest that includes a written test of knowledge specific to the species (rabbit, cavy, poultry) including show requirements, health, and breed ID. 2. American judging system will take place.

AWARDS – per class

1 st

2 nd $10

3 rd $5

$15

DIVISION

E. Champion Exhibitor Contest – 9-13 Years F. Champion Exhibitor Contest – 14 Years & Older

CLASS

1. Rabbit 2. Poultry

3. Cavy 4. Dog 5. Cat

Small Animal Round Robin No Entry Fee

SPECIAL RULES 1. Pre-Entry is not required. Participants are decided after their respective showmanship classes. 2. Contestant shall be a winner of the Advanced Rabbit, Poultry, Cavy, Cat, Market Turkey showmanship classes or the Best Junior Dog Handler class to compete in the Advanced Round Robin competition. If the winner of the Best Junior Dog Handler class is 12 or under as of January 1, 2023, the judge has the discretion to award Advanced Small Animal Dog Participation to the exhibitor of his/her choice so long as that exhibitor was not 12 or under as of January 1, 2023. 3. Contestant shall be a winner of the junior Rabbit, Poultry, Cavy, Cat, Market Turkey showmanship classes or the Best Junior Dog Handler class to compete in the junior Round Robin competition. If the winner of the Best Junior Dog Handler class is 13 or older as of January 1, 2023, the judge has the discretion to award Junior Small Animal Dog Participation to the exhibitor of his/her choice so long as that exhibitor was not 13 or over as of January 1, 2023. 4. If the 1 st place winner is ineligible or declines to enter the Round Robin contest, only the 2 nd place winner of that species becomes eligible. Only the 2 nd place winner may enter Round Robin in the specie the 1 st place winner declines to represent.

5. Out of County Participants are ineligible to compete. 6. Winner represents Alameda County Fair in the Best of Shows Master Showmanship Competition at the California State Fair. 7. Contestants may not have won Small Animal Round Robin more than twice in the past in each division. 8. In the event that less than three species are represented in each division, Round Robin will be canceled for that division.

DIVISION

G. 4-H Small Animals Round Robin Contest - Advanced H. 4-H Small Animal Round Robin Contest - Junior I. FFA Small Animals Round Robin Contest

Dress Up No Entry Fee

SPECIAL RULES 1. Ribbons only. No Premiums. Judged for Most Original, Funniest, Fanciest, Prettiest, Judge’s Favorite, and 2023 Theme (Summer Vibes) Exhibitor must wear uniform or costume.

DIVISION

J. RABBIT K. CAVY L. POULTRY

Bowl Team Competition No Entry Fee

SPECIAL RULES 1. Each team must have three (3) 4-H or FFA rabbit or poultry project members from the same class (junior or advanced). Teams with less than three (3) or more than three (3) members will be ineligible to compete. 2. A team shall be entered only ONCE and not by each member of the team. Choose a designated exhibitor from the team to enter the entire team with his/her entries. 3. Advanced Teams: Members must be 13 or older as of January 1, 2023. Junior Teams: Members must be 12 or under as of January 1, 2023. Each member may compete on only 1 team per specie. 4. Members must be in show attire or team uniform. 5. Ribbon Awards Only.

DIVISION

M. Avian Bowl N. Rabbit Bowl O. Cavy Bowl P. Dog Bowl Q. Cat Bowl

CLASS

1. Junior Teams 2. Advanced Teams

4-H/FFA Rabbit & Poultry Project Award

SPECIAL RULES 1. Entry by CLUB only on an entry form SEPARATE from any single exhibitor’s own entry form. 2. Entry must be signed by Project Leader on Separate Entry Form 3. Adults are not allowed to assist in the construction, design, and upkeep of decorations. 4. Cage decorations must allow ventilation for animal safety. 5. Bank decorations are judged on one (1) bank designated by Alameda County Fair staff. 6. Based on Coop Decorations, Educational Displays, Cleanliness, and Animal Security 7. American judging system will be used.

AWARDS

1 st

2 nd $30

$40

DIVISION

R. Project Award

CLASS

1. Rabbit 2. Poultry

Outstanding Small Animal Exhibitor Sponsored by the Alameda County Fair Association

SPECIAL RULES 1. All Rabbit, Poultry, Cavy, Dog and Cat Exhibitors compete together. Market animal divisions and classes do not qualify. Winners are based on points earned per animal entry (see points breakdown below). Pre-entry is not required.

AWARDS

1 st

2 nd $10

3 rd $5

$15

Based on points earned per entry

1 st

2 nd

3 rd

5 pts.

3 pts.

1 pt.

DEPARTMENT 2 Small Animal Showmanship

YOUTH - SPECIAL RULES 1. Pre-entry Required. No entry fee for showmanship. 2. Rabbits, Cavy & Poultry used by the exhibitor for showmanship classes must be owned by exhibitor and entered as an individual rabbit, cavy, or bird in a show class. 3. Any animal disqualified for disease cannot be used for showmanship. 4. Rabbit and cavy showmanship exhibitors will be judged by the showmanship form standardized by the American Rabbit Breeders Association for judging of rabbit and cavy showmanship. https://arba.net/showmanship/

OPEN YOUTH - SPECIAL RULES 1. Open to Out of County 4-H or Independent Youth. 2. Out of county participants are not eligible to compete in Small Animal Round Robin. 3. Ribbon awards only.

FFA & 4-H Advanced Cash Awards

AWARDS - Per Class

1 st

2 nd

3 rd

4 th

5 th

6 th

7 th

8 th

$6.00

$5.00

$4.50

$4.00

$3.00

$2.00

$1.50

$1.00

DIVISION

A. FFA Rabbit B. 4-H Rabbit C. Open Youth Rabbit D. 4-H Poultry E. FFA Poultry F. Open Youth Poultry G. 4-H Cavy H. FFA Cavy I. Open Youth Cavy

J. 4-H Turkey K. FFA Turkey

CLASS

1. Primary 4-H Members (Ribbons Only) 5 to 8 years old as of January 1, 2023. Birth date must be on entry form or noted with the online entry. 2. FFA/4-H First Year Project Members (Ribbons Only) Open only to beginning project members who have never entered Showmanship at this Fair and to Primary members moving up from the Primary 4-H Division. 1 st Place winner in this class may compete in FFA Advanced/4-H Junior. Birth date must be on entry form or noted with the online entry. 3. 4-H Junior (Ribbons Only) Open to project members 9 years old – 12 years old as of January 1, 2023, who have done Showmanship previously at this Fair. 1 st Place winner in this class may compete in Advanced this year and must move up to Advanced next year. Birth date must be on entry form or noted with the online entry. Winner is Open to project members 13 years old and over as of January 1, 2023, and to 4-H members who have placed 1 st in Junior Showmanship. Birth date must be on entry form or noted with the online entry. Winner is eligible to enter Advanced Small Animal Round Robin. 5. Open Youth - All Ages. eligible to enter Junior Small Animal Round Robin. 4. FFA & 4-H Advanced (Ribbons & Cash Awards)

DEPARTMENT 3 Youth Rabbits STANDARD OF PERFECTION DIVISION ARBA SANCTIONED SHOW T. Eric Stewart, Executive Director, PO BOX 400, Knox, PA 16232-0400

SPECIAL RULES 1. All rabbits must be purebred, without disqualifications. Rules, definitions, and judging procedures as prescribed in the latest edition of the Guidebook and Standard of the American Rabbit Breeders’ Association, Inc., shall apply to all district and county fair rabbit shows, provided they do not conflict with any rules and regulations prescribed by the California Fairs and Expositions. 2. TO ENTER: Specify Ear Number, Breed, Show Variety, Age, Sex, and class number on entry form. Rabbits will be divided into divisions after close of entry. Breeds must have at least 5 animals entered by at least 3 exhibitors to qualify for a separate division. All others will be shown under “Any Other” light or heavy weight divisions. Rabbits owned by youth exhibitors who are between the ages of 5 and 8 years old must be entered in DIVISION C for Primary Rabbits.

EACH RABBIT ENTRY MUST INCLUDE EAR NUMBER, BREED, SHOW VARIETY, AGE, SEX on Entry Form.

American Judging System

AWARDS – Per Class

1 st

2 nd

3 rd

$5.00

$4.50

$4.00

Best of Breed and Best Opposite Sex Winners - Ribbons 5 – 8-Year-Old Exhibitors – Participation Ribbon Awards Only State Rule IV-6 does not apply

DIVISION

A. Heavyweight Breeds: Specify Breed and Variety on Entry Form

CLASS

1. Senior Buck

8 months of age and older

2. Intermediate Buck

6 months of age and under 8 months of age

3. Junior Buck 4. Senior Doe

Under 6 months of age 8 months of age and older

5. Intermediate Doe

6 months of age and under 8 months of age

6. Junior Doe

Under 6 months of age

DIVISION

B. Lightweight Breeds: Specify Breed and Variety on Entry Form CLASS 7. Senior Buck 6 months of age and older 8. Junior Buck Under 6 months of age 9. Senior Doe 6 months of age and older 10. Junior Doe Under 6 months of age

DIVISION

C. Primary Rabbits (All Breeds, including NON-RECOGNIZED and altered rabbits): Rabbits owned by youth exhibitors who are between the ages of 5 and 8 years old. Exhibitor age is determined by the age of the exhibitor as of January 1, 2023. Note: all rabbit breeds compete together regardless of breed, sex, or variety. Participation ribbon awarded. CLASS 1. Primary Rabbits

DIVISION

D. Fur Animals - Animals must have been shown and qualified in the regular breed division. Non-recognized breeds may not compete. CLASS 1. Wool 2. Rex 3. Satin 4. Any Other ARBA Normal Fur (flyback) Breeds

DIVISION

E. Non-Recognized Breeds (Ribbon Award Only. May NOT enter in Fur Division D.) Rabbits must be tattooed. Neutered or spayed rabbits may show as a non-recognized breed.

CLASS

1. Buck 2. Doe

DIVISION

F. Chapter/Club Group (No Entry Fee. Ribbon Award Only.) Breeding Animals: Group of five rabbits shown in preceding rabbit divisions. Each group must be owned and shown by members of one chapter or club with not more than two by any one member. Each chapter or club are allowed one entry per species. CLASS 1. Rabbits

DEPARTMENT 4 Small Animal Market Animals

SPECIAL RULES 1. Rabbits will be weighed at the time of judging. Market rabbits which are under or overweight will be ineligible to compete and may be released immediately after judging. 2. Poultry broiler pens may consist of cockerels, pullets, or a combination of both. Chickens only. 3. Hatchery receipts for poultry broiler pens and turkeys must accompany the entry or be dropped off in the Exhibits Office prior to entry deadline. 4. Market Turkeys must be owned at least 45 days prior to the opening day of Fair (purchased by 5/2/23). 5. Market Poultry must pass the mandatory health inspection on check-in day at Gate 12. 6. Market Poultry will be weighed by 10:00 AM on check-in day in their respective barns. Market animals which do not make weight will not be eligible to compete and must be removed from the fairgrounds after weigh-in. 7. Exhibitors will be responsible for daily feeding, watering, and cleaning of cages (rabbit meat pens, single fryers, poultry broiler pens, and turkeys alike) through the duration of the exhibit. 2. Exhibitors must reside in Alameda County to enter market animals and sell at the Auction. 3. Qualification to sell: “MARKET READY.” All Champions and Reserve Champions must be sold. 4. Market small animals will not be sold by the pound. Rabbits and Broiler Pens will be sold by the pen (3 rabbits per rabbit pen, 2 chickens per broiler pen). Single rabbit fryers will be sold by the head. Turkeys will be sold by the head. 5. An exhibitor may sell no more than 2 small animal market entries (rabbit meat pen, rabbit single fryer, broiler chicken pen, single turkey, or the combination of 1 of each, but not exceeding 2 total small animal market entries) OR 1 small animal market entry and 2 large animal market animals. In the event an exhibitor has two Champion/Reserve meat pens/broilers/turkeys, then he/she may sell 2 large animals in addition to his/her Champion small animal market entry. All Champions must be sold regardless of if they are classified as small or large livestock. 6. Members must be present, in show attire, to sell at the Auction. 7. Exhibitors must furnish a basket to carry the rabbits and broiler chicken pens through the auction. 8. No animal will be sold more than once. 9. All rabbits and poultry will be live pick up only, turkeys will have the option for processing through coordination with the turkey species leader. Buyers must remove animals immediately following the auction. 10. A 5% commission from each meat pen will be withheld from seller’s check to defray incidental auction expenses. 11. SALE CHECK WILL BE MAILED TO EXHIBITORS AUCTION DATE: July 9, 2023, at 9:00 AM AUCTION SPECIAL RULES 1. Sale animals will not receive cash awards for judging.

American Judging System State Rule IV-6 does not apply AWARDS - Per Class 1 st 2 nd 3 rd $3.00 $2.00 $1.50

DIVISION

A. Utility Meat Animals

CLASS 1. Rabbit Meat Pen: Three Purebred rabbits per pen. Minimum weight: 3 lb. 8 oz. Maximum weight: 5 lb. 8 oz per rabbit. Not over 70 days old. All breeds judged together. Each entry to be one breed and color. 2. Single Purebred Fryer: To consist of one rabbit. Minimum weight: 3 lb. 8 oz. Maximum weight: 5 lb. 8 oz. Not over 70 days old. All breeds judged together. 3. Poultry Broiler Pen: Two broiler chickens per pen. Minimum weight: 3 lb. 8 oz. Maximum weight: 5 lb. 8 oz per bird. Not over 8 weeks of age. 4. Turkey: One Market Turkey Minimum weight: 14 lb. Hens are not to be over 20 weeks of age by the opening day of Fair; Toms are not to be over 24 weeks of age by the opening day of Fair. Suggested Weights: Hen (17-18 lb. at 20 weeks), Tom (28 lb. at 20 weeks; 35 lb. at 24 weeks).

DEPARTMENT 5 Youth Poultry

Mandatory Poultry Health Inspections: All Poultry entering the fairgrounds must be inspected by ACF Official Poultry Health Inspector, at the designated inspection station. Any exhibitor with poultry not meeting minimum health criteria will not be allowed to deliver their poultry to the Small Animal Barn Area. Rules, definitions, and judging procedure as prescribed in the latest edition of the Official Show Rules and the Standard of Perfection of the American Poultry Association, Inc., shall apply to all district and county fair poultry shows, except in such instances where they are in conflict with the rules and regulations prescribed by the Department of Food and Agriculture.

American Judging System AWARDS – Per Class 1 st 2 nd 3 rd $5.00 $4.50 $4.00

BEST OF BREED and BEST OPPOSITE – Rosette 5 – 8-Year-Old Exhibitors – Participation Ribbon Only

DIVISION

LARGE POULTRY : Specify Breed and Variety on Entry Form A. Large Clean Legged Breeds B. Large Feather Legged Breeds C. Large Utility or Large Cross-Breeds

BANTAM POULTRY: Specify Breed and Variety on Entry Form D. Modern Game Bantam E. Old English Game Bantam OTHER BANTAMS: - Clean Legged Breeds: Specify Breed and Variety on Entry Form

F. All Single Comb Bantam Breeds G. All Rose Comb Bantam Breeds H. All Other Clean Legged Bantam Breeds

OTHER BANTAMS: – Feather Legged Breeds: Specify Breed and Variety on Entry Form I. All Bantam Cochins, including FRIZZLE COCHINS. J. All Silkies

K. All Other Feather Legged Bantam Breeds L. Bantam Utility or Bantam Cross-breeds

OTHER POULTRY: Specify Species (and breed, if applicable) on Entry Form M. Game Birds (Pheasant, Quail, Guinea Hens, etc.). Please Specify on Entry N. All Other Land fowl (Turkeys, Pigeons, etc.) Please Specify on Entry O. All Waterfowl (Ducks, Geese, etc.) Please Specify on Entry

CLASS

1. COCK (Over 1 Year) 2. HEN (Over 1 Year) 3. COCKEREL (Under 1 Year) 4. PULLET (Under 1 Year

OTHER POULTRY EXHIBITS EGG LAYING CONTEST Ribbon Only Rosettes for Top Winners

SPECIAL RULES 1. An entry consists of four (4) hens of any breed. Hens must be entered in the poultry show (regardless of breed). An entry may be owned by a single youth exhibitor or a 4-H club. Exhibitors are to clearly identify the cages of egg laying participants and include the 4-H club name should the entry be a combination of exhibitors from a single 4-H club. Please fill out a separate entry form, including the club name, for all club entries. 2. The winning entry will be based on the total eggs laid between 9:00 AM, Thursday, June 22rd and 9:00 AM on Saturday, June 24 th . 3. Egg Laying Hens are to be checked-in Tuesday, June 20 between 9 AM and 11 AM and must first pass the Poultry Health Inspection before delivery to the Small Animals Department. 4. All eggs become property of the Alameda County Fair.

DIVISION

P. Egg Laying Contest

CLASS

1. Egg Laying Contest

FRESH EGG EXHIBITS

SPECIAL RULES 1. In order to minimize the chance of contamination, exhibitors must bring eggs to the fair in a clean egg carton. 2. Exhibitor Name and ENTRY DIVISION and CLASS must be CLEARLY PRINTED on the bottom of each egg carton. 3. One-half dozen eggs of one color and size is an entry. Each size will be judged as a separate entry. 4. The judge will classify the eggs between 1 of 3 classes (small, medium, or large) and color (white, brown, or colored)

5. Any eggs that show signs of fecal matter will be disqualified. 6. Small Animal staff will not be responsible for damaged eggs. 7. All eggs left after July 8 th will be discarded.

Danish Judging System Ribbon Awarded Rosettes for Top Winners

AWARDS – Per Class

1 st

2 nd

3 rd

$3.00

$2.00

$1.50

DIVISION

Q. Fresh Egg Exhibits

CLASS

1. Fresh Egg Exhibit

DEPARTMENT 6 Youth Cavy Standard of Perfection Division ARBA Sanctioned Show State Rule IV-6 does not apply

SPECIAL RULES All cavies must be purebred and without disqualifications. Rules, definitions, and judging procedures as prescribed in the latest edition of the Guidebook and Standard of the American Rabbit Breeders’ Association, Inc., shall apply to all district and county fair rabbit shows, provided they do not conflict any rules and regulations prescribed by the California Fairs and Expositions. TO ENTER: Specify Tag Number, Breed, Show Variety, Age, Sex, and class number on entry form. Cavies will be divided into divisions after closing of entry. Breeds must have at least 5 animals entered by at least 3 exhibitors to qualify for a separate division. Cavies are not cooped at the fair and will be delivered and released on the day of judging. American Judging System Best of Breed and Best Opposite Sex Winners - Ribbons 5 – 8-Year-Old Exhibitors – Participation Ribbon Awards Only

AWARDS – Per Class

1 st

2 nd

3 rd

$5.00

$4.50

$4.00

DIVISION

A. Cavy (Specify breed and variety on entry form)

CLASS

1. Senior Boar

Over 6 months of age or over 32 ounces

2. Intermediate Boar

Up to 6 months of age and weigh between 22 and 32 ounces Up to 4 months of age and weigh between 12 and 22 ounces Up to 6 months of age and weigh between 22 and 32 ounces Up to 4 months of age and weigh between 12 and 22 ounces Over 6 months of age or over 32 ounces

3. Junior Boar 4. Senior Sow

5. Intermediate Sow

6. Junior Sow

DIVISION

Non-Recognized Cavy Breeds

CLASS

1. Boar 2. Sow

DIVISION

C. Chapter/Club Group

(No Entry Fee. Ribbon Award Only.) Breeding Animals: Group of five cavies shown in preceding cavy divisions. Each group must be owned and shown by members of one chapter or club with not more than two by any one member. Each chapter or club are allowed one entry per species. CLASS 1. Cavy

DEPARTMENT 7 Youth Pets

SPECIAL RULES 1. Each item and pet must be identified by species and named on entry form. 2. 5 – 8-year-old exhibitors may show any pets. Participation ribbons only will be awarded. 3. Each pet will be shown individually. 4. All exhibitors are required to wear show attire. All exhibitors will wear show attire while showing or receiving awards. FFA: National Uniform. (See also Horse Show) 4-H: White long sleeve shirt and pants, 4-H tie or scarf, and an appropriate color hat OPEN YOUTH EXHIBITOR: White long sleeve shirt and pants. SCOUTS: National uniform.

Danish Judging System Best of Class Rosette State Rule VI-6 does not apply 4-H, FFA, and OPEN YOUTH JUDGED TOGETHER AWARDS – Per Class 1 st 2 nd 3 rd $1.75 $1.50 $1.25

DIVISION

A. Small Pets

CLASS

1. Amphibian (frog, toad, turtle, etc.) 2. Aquaculture (breeding and raising fish) 3. Rodent (hamster, mouse, rat, etc.) 4. Caged Bird 5. Any Other Pet (excluding dog and cat). Please specify with entry

DEPARTMENT 7 Youth Pets

Danish Judging System Best of Class Rosette State Rule VI-6 does not apply 4-H, FFA, and OPEN YOUTH JUDGED TOGETHER AWARDS – Per Class 1 st 2 nd 3 rd $1.75 $1.50 $1.25

DIVISION

A. Small Pets

CLASS

DEPARTMENT 8 Youth Dog Show

SPECIAL RULES 1. LIMIT: One dog per exhibitor and one exhibitor per dog in Showmanship. Exhibitors may enter more than one dog in Obedience class, Rally class, and Agility. Only one class per dog in each Obedience and Rally event. Exhibitors may enter ONE Standard and/or ONE Jumpers Agility class per dog. 2. Showmanship exhibitors must enter in an Obedience and/or Rally class. Any previous winner of “High in Trial” at the County or State Fair may, but is not required to, omit the Obedience Requirement. Any previous winner of “Best Junior Handler” at County or State Fair may, but is not required to, omit the Showmanship Class Requirement. 3. Eligibility for showing in an “A” class is defined as “no training or showing experience for the handler and/or dog prior to the county’s current project year.” Handlers and/or dogs not meeting this requirement MUST show in a “B” class. Refer to “A” class information in the rules for each show discipline. A. Class – refers to the two classes within certain disciplines and/or discipline levels. The letters “A” and “B” refer to the experience of the youth and dog. B. “A” classes are for handlers or dogs with NO training or showing experience prior to the county’s current project year. “A” classes can never be repeated by the same youth, regardless of what dog is shown. “A” classes can never be repeated by the same dog, regardless of what youth shows that dog. Refer to “A” class information in the rules for each show discipline. C. “B” classes can be repeated by the same youth regardless of what dog is shown, and by the same dog, regardless of who shows that dog. D. Exhibitors are encouraged to move to the next level (i.e.; Beginner Novice to Novice) once they have received three or more qualifying scores. 4. 4-H and FFA Exhibitors must be currently enrolled in a Dog Care and Training project. 4-H and FFA members not currently enrolled in a Dog Care and Training project may enter as an Open Youth. Dogs (pure or mixed breeds) must have been trained by the exhibitor (for 4-H and FFA members as part of his/her project) and must be at least six months old. 5. Dogs must be owned or co-owned by the exhibitor or immediate family member and has been trained by the exhibitor as part of his/her project. 6. 5 – 8-year-old exhibitors are only eligible to show in FOR-EXHIBITION-ONLY (FEO). Exhibitors will receive participation awards only. 7. Exhibitors only may groom and handle dogs on the Fairgrounds. Adults may assist in the loading and unloading of dogs and in the case of a real emergency. 8. Females in season will not be allowed to compete. Owner of a female in season may request a substitution. Please call the Small Animal Coordinators for a substitution. Uncontrolled or aggressive dogs will be excused from the Fairgrounds immediately. 9. A six-foot leash (leather, cloth, or nylon) is required for showing in obedience/Rally classes. Some levels of obedience, rally, and agility require the dog to work off lead. 10. Dogs need their current shots: DHL, rabies, bronchitis. Proof of shots must be stapled to the back of entry form. For online entries, proof of shots must be mailed separately to the Exhibits Department by June 2nd.

11. Breed of dog must be identified on entry form in the section “Brief Description of Entry”; if mixed breed is being exhibited, write “Mixed Breed” under “Brief Description of Entry”.

12. All exhibitors are required to wear show attire. See Youth Department Rules. 13. All exhibitors must clean up after their own dogs while on the Fairgrounds.

Judging and scoring of the Obedience, Rally, and Agility Class will be based on the American Kennel Club Regulations. The Judges’ decisions are final. Showmanship American Judging System

Placements will be at Judge’s discretion (Exhibitor’s Age as of January 1, 2023)

ADVANCED SHOWMANSHIP CASH AWARDS

1 st

2 nd

3 rd

4 th

5 th

6 th

7 th

8 th

$7.00

$6.00

$5.00

$4.00

$3.00

$2.00

$1.00

BEST JUNIOR HANDLER (Special Award given Argus Golden Retrievers (Laura Finco)

DIVISION

A. Dog Showmanship

CLASS 1. Junior Novice. Exhibitors 9 – 12 years of age as of January 1, 2023. Ribbon Only 2. Junior Open. Exhibitors 9 – 12 years of age (as of January 1, 2023) who have won two or more first place awards in competition showing a dog (4-H or other). Ribbon Only 3. Senior Novice. Exhibitors 13 years of age and over (as of January 1, 2023). Ribbon Only 4. Senior Open. Exhibitors 13 years of age and over (as of January 1, 2023) who have won two or more first place awards in competition showing a dog (4-H or other). Ribbon Only 5. Best Junior Handler. 1 st and 2 nd place winners in the previous classes. Ribbons, Trophy, and Cash Awards. Winner is eligible to enter Small Animal Round Robin. DO NOT ENTER THIS CLASS, ENTRY WILL BE DETERMINED ON SHOW DAY.

Obedience American Judging System Cash Awards Per Obedience Level

HIGHEST SCORE TEAMS IN ALL OBEDIENCE CLASSES (Special Award donated by Del Arroyo 4-H Dog Care and Training Project and Argus Kennels) NOTE: Changes to 2023 Classes are in coordination with the American Kennel Club currently offered classes.

AWARDS

1 st

2 nd

3 rd

4 th

$10.00

$7.00

$5.00

$3.00

DIVISION

B. Dog Obedience

CLASS

BEGINNER NOVICE OBEDIENCE All exercises on six-foot leash, heeling, figure eight recall, sit for examination, sit/stay, and recall. Beginner Novice shall be for dogs that have not yet completed in any obedience trials and are just beginning their training.

1. Beginner Novice A: First year exhibitor and first year in dog project. 2. Beginner Novice B: Second year and over exhibitor in dog project. PREFERRED NOVICE OBEDIENCE

All exercises on six-foot leash, heeling on-leash, figure eight on-leash, stand for examination off leash, heel free, recall, long sit OR long down while Handler walks around the ring. Sit/Stay and Get Your Leash. Dog has never been qualified in Novice obedience at any obedience competition (4-H or other).

3. Preferred-Novice A: First year exhibitor and first year in dog project. 4. Preferred-Novice B: Second year and over exhibitor in dog project. NOVICE OBEDIENCE

Heel and figure eight on leash, stand for examination, heel free, recall, Sit/Stay-Get Your Leash, Group Exercise-- PERFORMED ON LEASH--long sit one minute, long down one minute. Dogs that have received a qualifying score in Novice, Graduate Novice, or Open obedience at any obedience competition (4-H or other) must enter those classes. Second year or higher; dog and handler are approved to compete in Novice class. 5. Novice A : This is the only dog the exhibitor has trained. Dog or exhibitor has not received more than two qualifying scores in Novice at any obedience competition (4-H or other) 6. Novice B: All other Novice exhibitors.

GRADUATE NOVICE OBEDIENCE Heel on leash, figure 8 off leash, drop on recall, dumbbell recall, dumbbell recall over high jump, recall over broad jump, and three minutes long down out of sight. Dogs that have received a qualifying score in Graduate Novice or Open at any obedience competition (4-H or other) must enter Graduate Novice Obedience. 7. Graduate Novice OPEN OBEDIENCE Heel free and figure eight, Command Discrimination (Stand, Down, Sit), drop on recall, retrieve on flat surface, retrieve over high jump, broad jump, Stand Stay--Get Your Leash. Dogs that have received a qualifying score in Graduate Novice or Open at any obedience competition (4-H or other) may enter Open Obedience. 8. Open

Dog Rally American Judging System Cash Awards Per Rally Level

AWARDS

1 st

2 nd

3 rd

4 th

$10.00

$7.00

$5.00

$3.00

Introduction Rally is a sport in which the dog and handler complete a course that has been designed by the rally judge. The judge tells the handler to begin, and the dog and handler proceed at a brisk pace through a course of designated stations, 10-20 depending on the level. Each of these stations has an 8 ½” x 11” sign providing instructions regarding the next skill that is to be performed, via words, directional arrows, colors, and geometric shapes. The dog and handler team moves continuously at a brisk but normal pace with the dog under control at the handler’s left side. There should be a sense of teamwork between the dog and handler both during the numbered exercises and between the exercise signs; however, perfect heel position is not required. After the judge’s “Forward” order, the team is on its own to complete the entire sequence of numbered signs correctly. Unless otherwise specified in the AKC Rally Regulations, handlers are permitted to talk, praise, encourage, give additional commands and or signals using one or both arms, clap their hands, pat their legs or use any verbal means of encouragement. The handler must move in a natural manner. The handler’s arms need not be maintained in any particular position. At any time during the performance, loud or harsh commands, intimidating signals, and touching the dog (unless specified in the AKC Rally Regulations) will be penalized.

DIVISION

C. DOG RALLY

CLASS

Rally Novice All exercises are judged on leash. All dogs must enter and leave the ring on leash. Rally Novice must have 10 to 15 stations (Start and Finish not included) with a minimum of three (3) and a maximum of five (5) stationary exercises per class. This class is for the exhibitor and/or dog that has no training or showing experience in Obedience or Rally prior to the county’s current project year. Once an exhibitor and/or dog shows in this class, he/she must move to Rally Novice B at the very minimum. This class can never be repeated by an exhibitor or dog. This class is for the first (1st) or second (2nd) year Rally Novice exhibitor and/or dog who has had prior experience showing at the Rally Novice level prior to the county’s current project year. They have not yet progressed to the Rally Advanced A level or higher. 1. Rally Novice A 2. Rally Novice B Rally Intermediate All exercises are judged on leash. All dogs must enter and leave the ring on leash. Rally Intermediate must have 12 to 17 stations (Start and Finish not included) with a minimum of three (3) and a maximum of seven (7) stationary exercises per class. 3. Rally Intermediate This class is for the first (1st) or second (2nd) year exhibitor and/or dog who has had prior experience showing in Rally and/or have earned three or more qualifying Novice Rally scores at 4- H or other level prior to the county’s current project year. They have not yet progressed to the Rally Advanced A level or higher. Intermediate courses will have a minimum of three advanced level signs. There are no jumps in this class. Rally Advanced For Rally Advanced classes, all exercises are judged off leash. All dogs must enter and leave the ring on leash. Rally Advanced A and B must have between 12 - 17 stations (Start and Finish not included) with a minimum of three (3) and a maximum of seven (7) stationary exercises per class. Courses shall have a minimum of three Advanced level stations plus one required jump per class. 4. Rally Advanced A This class is for the exhibitor and/or dog who have not had any training or showing experience at the Rally Advanced level prior the county’s current project year. If they have any training or showing experience at the Rally Advanced level prior to the county’s current project year, they must show at the Rally Advanced B level at the very minimum. Once an exhibitor shows in this class three times, he/she must move to Rally Advanced B at the very minimum. This class is for the exhibitor and/or dog who has shown in Rally Advanced A OR has had any training or showing experience at the Rally Advanced level prior to the county’s current project year. Once winning this class, the exhibitor and/or dog must move to Rally Excellent A at the very minimum the next project year. Rally Excellent All exercises are judged off leash. All dogs must enter and leave the ring on leash. All dogs must enter and leave the ring on leash. Rally Excellent must have between 15 to 20 stations (Start, Finish and Call to Heel marker not included) with a minimum of three (3) and a maximum of seven (7) stationary exercises. Courses shall have a minimum of two (2) Advanced level stations and a minimum of three (3) Excellent level stations, plus the two (2) required jumps and the Sit Stay exercise per class. Unlike in the Rally Novice and Advanced classes, in Rally Excellent, handlers are not allowed to pat their legs or clap their hands to encourage the dog. Verbal 5. Rally Advanced B

encouragement, multiple commands and/or inaudible signals using one or both arms and hands are allowed; the handler’s arms need not be maintained in any position at any time. Handlers may not touch their dog or make any physical corrections.

6. Rally Excellent A

This class is for the exhibitor and/or dog who have not had any training or showing experience at the Rally Excellent level prior the county’s current project year. If they have any training or showing experience at the Rally Excellent level prior to the county’s current project year, they must show at the Rally Excellent B This class is for the exhibitor and/or dog who has shown in Rally Excellent A OR has had any training or showing experience at the Rally Excellent level prior to the county’s current project year. Dog Agility American Judging System Cash Awards Per Agility Level at each Jump Height

7. Rally Excellent B

AWARDS

1 st

2 nd

3 rd

4 th

$10.00

$7.00

$5.00

$3.00

Special Agility Rules 1. For competitions, there will be a judge’s briefing followed by a walk-through. At the completion of the walk- through, the first dog and handler team will then have 5 minutes to be on the start line. Walk-throughs may be split by height at the judge’s discretion. 2. A supervised warm-up area consisting of only a single jump will be provided in a specified area outside of the ring. Exhibitors should not exhaust their dogs on the warm-up jump and may be asked to refrain from further use if they are observed overusing the warm-up jump. 3. Exhibitors in the On-Lead class must hold their lead at ALL times except when the dog is going through a tunnel. After each tunnel, the lead MUST be picked up before going on to the next obstacle. 4. Training aids, toys, and/or treats are not permitted on the competition course at any time, including judge’s briefing, walk-throughs and competition runs. 5. Handlers may not jump over the jumps with their dogs and are not permitted on the contact obstacles. 6. Handlers may not touch their dogs or any obstacle while running a competition course. 7. Any dog unable to complete the course for any reason (including leaving the ring, being out of control, not finishing in the maximum course time allowed, etc.) will be excused and will receive no awards. 8. Anyone not following the judge’s direction will be excused and receive no awards 9. Handlers may use voice commands, signals, or both. Handlers are encouraged to talk to their dogs and encourage them as the team navigates the course. 10. All agility jumps must be of the type that have a displaceable bar or plank.

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