ADBA

10/07/2024

ATTN. WEIGHT PULLERS - We are more than halfway through the show calendar with a handful of events left for the 2024 show season.

When the Most Weight Pulled trophy was reinstated a few years ago it was with the understanding that if we didn't see an increase in weight pull entries, especially in the higher weight classses, then the MWP trophy would no longer be awarded.

We're strongly encouraging you to support your local clubs and bring those weight pulling dogs to the sanctioned events they are hosting. If the show department doesn't see an increase in weight pull numbers by the end of 2024 then changes will be made beginning in 2025. This will most likely be removal of the MWP trophy at all regular sanctioned events. The only event it would be awarded at would be ADBA Nationals.

It's up to you to make the change!

10/07/2024

Christmas in July, APBT Gazette back issue special!!

American Pit Bull Terrier Gazette Pick 5 Back Issues for $40 (Quantities of 5 no limit ) *Not available for Correctional Facilities that will not allow Priority Parcel *These prices are for United States Shipping only. *Shipping times cannot be guaranteed due to the USPS slowdown of mail. *Internati...

24/06/2024

There is only one week left to apply for ADBA Leaders of the Future Scholarship!! Completed applications must be submitted and received by our office on or before July 1st for consideration.

Good luck!!

ADBA Leaders Of The Future Scholarship The American Dog Breeders Association Inc. is committed to the FUTURE. It is our belief that the future of our

12/06/2024

There are less than 3 weeks left to get your ADBA Leaders of the Future Scholarship submitted to the office prior to the July 1st deadline. The winner will be announced in the upcoming 2024 August issue of the APBT Gazette magazine.

Please click the link to read eligibility requirements and to access the application.

Good luck!!

ADBA Leaders Of The Future Scholarship The American Dog Breeders Association Inc. is committed to the FUTURE. It is our belief that the future of our

17/05/2024

I want to clarify a question that has been coming into the office a lot recently regarding dogs earning extra points in sanctioned ADBA conformation shows.

A dog will receive extra points by PLACING over 10 dogs in its class. If there are 10 dogs in the class there aren't any extra points given. If there are 11 dogs in the class then only 1st place receives additional points. In order for 2nd and 3rd place to receive additional point they would have to place over 10 dogs meaning 13 dogs would have to be listed in the judges' books for that class.

Thank you for participating at our ADBA sanctioned events and supporting our sanctioned clubs!

09/05/2024

The July 1st deadline to have your application into our office is approaching!!

ADBA LEADERS OF THE FUTURE SCHOLARSHIP. This is a $1,000 scholarship, which will be paid through the financial aids office of a University, College or Trade School, to be used towards a student’s education expenses.

ADBA SCHOLARSHIP REQUIREMENTS
1) Existing student, or a student entering their first year at a University, College or trade school.

2) Experienced with the American Pit Bull Terrier (breeding, showing, weight pulling, handling, etc.)

3) Membership with an ADBA club, or attendance at, or supporting ADBA events.

4) A person with high recommendations from teacher, mentor, etc.

All Scholarship applications must be received no later July 1st

ADBA Leaders Of The Future Scholarship The American Dog Breeders Association Inc. is committed to the FUTURE. It is our belief that the future of our

01/05/2024

Hard copies are available May 15th but you can order your digital copy today!!

Congratulations to our cover winner, Alexandra Powers. Other cover contest entrants are featured in this issues centerfold along with other great articles and information about the 2024 ADBA Convention. Check it out!

• 2024 ADBA Convention • Pyramiding by Bob Stevens • It’s a Family Affair by Amy Greenwood-Dudar • Where Have All the Safe Dogs Gone by Joanie Wi******er • ADBA Holland Leads the Way by Hank Greenwood • Brodie and EZ-Street by Heather DeVito • Show Calendar • Special Breed... Speci...

18/04/2024

If you have an ADBA registered dog that HAS NOT been featured in the APBT Gazette magazine for achieving its Champion, Ace or Top Dog title, please email a photo (dog only, please) along with the full registered name and number to [email protected] and I will place it on file to be run in an upcoming issue.

10/04/2024

**EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY**

The ADBA Board of Directors met today and two things will be effective immediately.

Sanctioned ADBA conformation judges will be allowed to attend, judge, and/or compete in any athletic sporting event (weight pull or Top Dog) as long as the event is NOT held on the same day as a sanctioned conformation show. (Please note - if you are the sanctioned judge for SUNDAY's conformation show, and there is a conformation show being held in conjunction with sporting events on SATURDAY, you may NOT attend that sporting event. But you can compete/attend/participate if the athletic sporting event is held separate on Friday night.)

If you are a sanctioned conformation judge and an Overall Top Dog Athletic Event Judge, the same rules apply and you may not enter a dog in an event you are judging or judge a family member or significant others dog(s), etc.

Also, in coordination with the sanctioned Top Dog Athletic Event Judge, a handler may use a treat for an out on the wall climb ONLY during a Top Dog Athletic Event. This will not be considered bait. The treat may not be more than 1 square inch. If the handler intends to use food as an out, the handler must notify the judge when they arrive at the wall. They will then show the treat to the judge prior to the dog's first attempt for approval. The treat must be given in a designated location OFF the run mat.

If you have any questions regarding these two changes please email [email protected]

04/04/2024

If you are trying to contact us our internet and phone lines are down due to a Comcast outage in the area. Contact us by email at [email protected] and we'll answer as soon as we can.

29/03/2024

These are the final days for the 2024 May issue of the APBT Gazette magazine! (ADBA registered APBT only for this contest.) Contest ends March 31st at midnight, Mountain Time. Winner will be revealed when the digital magazine is released on May 1st.

Unlimited entries BUT each email MUST include the following to be considered: ADBA registered name, registered number, high quality photo and photo credit of each dog.

Email to [email protected]

Good luck!!

19/03/2024

Please take the time to answer a few qestions about Canine Treadmill use. This survey is to validify this piece of equipment and its use by a varied group of breeds and purposes. Your participation is so valued and needed.

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14/03/2024

Almost halfway through the month! You have just over 2 weeks to submit your photo(s) for the 2024 May issue of the APBT Gazette magazine! (ADBA registered APBT only for this contest.) Contest ends March 31. Winner will be revealed when the digital magazine is released on May 1st.

Unlimited entries BUT each email MUST include the following to be considered: ADBA registered name, registered number, high quality photo and photo credit of each dog.

Email to [email protected] before midnight March 31st

12/03/2024

As discussed at the 2024 ADBA Convention, here is the new Junior Handler's sheet!

Please print this form and take it with you to ADBA Sanctioned Events where you are participating in Junior Handler’s. When you place 1st, 2nd, or 3rd, have the judge sign and date below and list your placement.

After you have 5 judges signatures, have your parent email this form to [email protected] and you will receive a .pdf Certificate of Achievement from the ADBA.

Fill out the bottom section of the form and send in a photo of you showing your dog and you will have a chance to be featured in the ADBA’s APBT Gazette magazine as a Junior Handler!

01/03/2024

Today our cover contest starts for the 2024 May issue of the APBT Gazette magazine! (ADBA registered APBT only for this contest.) Contest ends March 31. Winner will be revealed when the digital magazine is released on May 1st.

Unlimited entries BUT each email MUST include the following to be considered: ADBA registered name, registered number, high quality photo and photo credit of each dog.

Email to [email protected]

Good luck!!

29/02/2024

A clarification on the 2024 ADBA Top Dog Athetic Event rules: A strapless/single/double strap may be approved by judge for treadmill/lure/drag sprint ONLY. A double (loop) strap tug CANNOT be used for the wall climb. It will be considered a disqualification. A thinner tug may be used for smaller breeds with judge’s approval.

Below image is an example of the double (loop) strap this IS NOT approved for the wall climb event.

The only bait that IS allowed in any of the three competitions is a regulation “type” tug that conforms to ADBA specifications. Tug Dimensions: approximately 10” to 14” length, 2” – 2.5” in diameter. (Straight) Straps approximately 7” – 16” when closed (for wall climb).

28/02/2024

As I'm working to finalize updated 2024 ADBA Top Dog Athletic Event rules and test for our competitors and sanctioned judges with the changes that were annouced at the ADBA Convention, below is a consolidated version for your review. If you have any questions or concerns please email me [email protected]

12/02/2024

Registration for the 2024 ADBA Convention is now closed so if you didn't get pre-registered, and you show up at the door, make sure you have $150 cash...

That reminds me... Bring extra cash so you can purchase one (or more!) of our new Go Hard or Go Home hoodies, available for the first time at the convention this upcoming weekend at a special discounted rate (for the convention registrants only) of $60!! We will also have other ADBA merchadise available. See you this weekend!

11/02/2024

Before the game starts today... it's last call for 2024 ADBA Convention pre-registration! Tomorrow morning we're closing registration and you'll be paying $150 at the door, cash only!

2024 ADBA Convention

08/02/2024

We're extending pre-registration for the 2024 ADBA Convention through the weekend but Monday morning, February 12th, it will be CLOSED. Once it closes you'll be paying $150 to show up at the door... so get your pre-registration done today!!

2024 ADBA Convention

07/02/2024

If you're attending the 2024 ADBA Convention next weekend, please bring an item to donate to the Endangered Breeds Assoc. auction that will be held Saturday night during our hospitality room/reception.

If you're not able to attend and would like to donate an item please mail it to me at the office so I receive it by Wednesday of next week.

ADBA
Attn: Heather
PO Box 1771
Salt Lake City, UT 84110

Thank you for your support!

05/02/2024

You only have 4 more days to pre-register for the 2024 ADBA Convention being held at the Palace Station Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, NV on February 17 & 18th.

Pre-registration closes on Friday, February 9th, and once it closes you'll be paying $150 to show up at the door so get your pre-registration done today!!

2024 ADBA Convention

05/02/2024

Here is the updated list of ADBA Sanctioned Events through June 16, 2024 as advertised in the February 2024 issue of the APBT Gazette. You may also view this information on our website www.adbadog.com

20/01/2024

**ATTENTION** If you're coming to the 2024 ADBA Convention in Las Vegas, NV next month, make sure you get registered for $100 on or before Wednesday, January 31st. If not, the price goes up to $125 (Feb. 1 - Feb. 9th). After Feb. 9th registration is officially closed and you'll be paying $150 at the door!

Please share this post if you know of anyone attending that has not registered yet. We want to make sure to get you on the list so I can prepare a name badge for you and we have an accurate head count for catering.

Once registration has closed on February 9th, everyone on the registration list will be emailed an agenda for the weekend.

(*This is a meeting of club officers/members - this is NOT a dog show)

2024 ADBA Convention

16/01/2024

ATTENTION anyone that needs to book a room for the ADBA Convention! I just spoke to my contact at Palace Station Hotel & Casino and they only have 3 rooms left under our discounted room block for Friday night and Saturday night!!! They extended the deadline for me for a few days so these rooms must be booked before Sunday, Janaury 21st at 11:59 pm Pacific Time. Hurry and jump on this special discounted rate if you're attending the convention!

Tower Standard Rooms: $115.00 Fri/Sat. (A daily hotel service fee of $39.99 per room/per night plus the prevailing Clark County room tax will be charged in addition to the room rate. Hotel service fee inclusions are subject to change.) Please contact the Reservation Office at 800-634-3101 and identify yourself as an attendee of the American Dog Breeders or Reservation ID PCIADOG.

**Make room reservations for the 2024 ADBA Convention by January 17, 2024 for discounted rate!

A limited number of rooms have been blocked at a discounted rate. Tower Standard Rooms: $115.00 Fri/Sat - $59 Sunday. (A daily hotel service fee of $39.99 per room/per night plus the prevailing Clark County room tax will be charged in addition to the room rate. Hotel service fee inclusions are subject to change.) Please contact the Reservation Office at 800-634-3101 and identify yourself as an attendee of the American Dog Breeders or Reservation ID PCIADOG. To receive the discount, rooms must be reserved prior to January 17, 2024. After this date the hotel will take reservations on a space available bases and at prevailing hotel rate.

19/12/2023

**Make room reservations for the 2024 ADBA Convention by January 17, 2024 for discounted rate!

A limited number of rooms have been blocked at a discounted rate. Tower Standard Rooms: $115.00 Fri/Sat - $59 Sunday. (A daily hotel service fee of $39.99 per room/per night plus the prevailing Clark County room tax will be charged in addition to the room rate. Hotel service fee inclusions are subject to change.) Please contact the Reservation Office at 800-634-3101 and identify yourself as an attendee of the American Dog Breeders or Reservation ID PCIADOG. To receive the discount, rooms must be reserved prior to January 17, 2024. After this date the hotel will take reservations on a space available bases and at prevailing hotel rate.

19/12/2023

From all of us at the ADBA...

01/12/2023

As of today, the registration fee is $100/entry for the 2024 ADBA Convention. This will be the price through January 31st, then it will increase to $125 on February 1st so make sure to get registered!!

As a reminder, this is a meeting for club officers/members and is not a dog show. (ADBA reserves the right to deny entry to this private event.)

2024 ADBA Convention

29/11/2023

Get your early bird registration taken care of for the 2024 ADBA Convention prior to December 1st or the price goes from $75 to $100! Make sure to share so others can get the discounted rate as well. Hope to see you in Vegas! (This is a meeting for club officers/members - this is NOT a dog show. Registration is required and the ADBA reserves the right to deny entry to this private event.)

2024 ADBA Convention

02/11/2023

November 2023 issue available now on the Joomag app!
The hard copies will be available November 15th

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