(1) As is normal practice for dog facilities with a sports field, there is a $10 cleanup fee for any accidents that occur on the turf.

(2) If crating indoors, waterproof covering must be placed underneath the crate.

(3) Only non-crumbly, non-staining dog treats may be used on the sports field.

(4) Food, gum, and drinks which would leave a stain or residue may not be consumed on the sports field.

(5) Dogs are to be relieved in designated outdoor areas only.

(6) No dogs are to be crated in the front of the building or the side of the sports field near the front of the building on the weekdays during business hours (7:30am – 5:00pm).  Folks working elsewhere in the business park can hear them barking/whining and we need to be respectful of our neighbors.

(7) Club members and class attendees: crates located throughout the building are for anyone’s use, however the owner of that crate does have first right to its use.  Generally there will be a sign indicating which nights and times the owner will want to use it.  Bring your own bedding (no bedding may be left in the crate) and leave the crate as clean or cleaner than you found it.

(8) If you use a crate, please wipe it down after you use it with the spray and towels provided near the crates.

Rabies
Other Rules Related to Training Classes

Other Rules/Policies for Training Classes

Rabies

Proof of rabies registration is required for all dogs participating in ODTC Classes.
 

Collars

Electronic collars are not allowed in ODTC’s facilities or at any event sponsored by Oriole DTC.
 

Bitches in Season

No Bitches in Season (BIS) are allowed in the following classes: Puppy, Basic Obedience, and Advanced Basic/CGC and Trick Dog Drills.  Otherwise BIS are allowed in classes or trials (when permitted by the sanctioning organization) providing:

a) they are covered (i.e. wearing ‘panties’);  
b) the owner maintains ‘social distance’ from other dogs.
 
Instructors may refuse entry of a bitch in season to class if in their opinion she is causing a disturbance. Instructor(s) will make the final decision. 

Kennel Cough

Dogs diagnosed with kennel cough may not attend ODTC classes and events for a period of 14 days from when the initial cough was detected.    For multi-dog households:  asymptomatic dogs residing in the same household are also prohibited from attending until the original dog has cleared its 14 day isolation period.

Canine Influenza

Canine influenza is a serious, novel pathogen that is spread through respiratory secretions and contaminated objects (crate floors/walls, food/water bowls, leashes/clothing).  Dogs diagnosed with canine influenza may not attend ODTC classes and events for a period of 20 days from when the dog is diagnosed.    For multi-dog households:  asymptomatic dogs residing in the same household are also prohibited from attending until the original dog has cleared its 20 day isolation period.  Persons who own or have come into contact with a dog with canine influenza may not enter the building for at least 24 hours following exposure.

If a dog is diagnosed with canine influenza and has been crated in the building 48 hours prior, the Club President must be immediately notified at president@orioledogclub.club so that crates in that area can be disinfected in an attempt to stop any further spread.