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The Woodlands Presents
The Annual
Wiener Dog Nationals!
July 27, 2008
(Tentative date pending KRGC approval)

Enter your dachshund today in the annual running of The Woodlands Wiener Dog Nationals. Eight qualifying heats will be run with the Grand Champion to be crowned among all the winners.

Whether your tiny racer is a sure-bet hot dog or a real loooong shot, just fill out this form and return it to The Woodlands by June 30th for a chance to participate in this fun-filled event. All entrants must be real wieners (dachshunds) and between the ages of 6 months and 10 years. Proof of current bordatella, distemper and rabies shots will be required. AKC registry is not required and there are no weight restrictions.

A random drawing will be held approximately July 1^st to select 64 participants to the Wiener Dog Nationals. The chosen participants will be notified by telephone; those who are non-participants will be notified by mail. The lucky 64 will compete through random race drawings and the winner of each qualifying heat will advance to the final race where the Grand Champion will be determined.

Chosen participants will be asked to pay a $5 entry fee. A practice run and hot dog luncheon will be held during the week prior to the race. Shot records and entry fee will be verified at that time.

Sorry -- only those canines chosen to participate will be allowed
entrance anywhere on the property.
No Spectator Canines Allowed.

Rules of the Wiener Dog Nationals

	Participating canines must be real dachshunds between the ages of 6 months to 10 years. Registry is not required and there are no weight restrictions.
	Only those dachshunds chosen to race will be allowed access anywhere at The Woodlands. No spectator canines will be allowed.
	All entrants will be required to show proof of current bordatella, distemper and rabies shots.
	Each participating dachshund will need to bring two (2) humans. Humans must be able to carry and/or catch the dog while standing/walking on a sandy surface (much like a beach). At least one of the humans must be able to walk and run approximately 110 yards on this sandy surface. One human will carry the racer to the Starting Box and "load" it, then run with the dog to the finish line where it will be caught by the second human.
	All humans will be required to sign a consent and waiver releasing The Woodlands from all liabilities and allowing The Woodlands to use their names and likenesses in promotional advertising.
	Dogs must be kept on a leash at all times, with the exception of the race itself.
	Wiener Dogs will be provided a racing blanket to identify them for the race. Track personnel will assist with making sure the blanket is secure yet non-binding.
	NO FOOD is allowed on the racetrack. The humans may coax their runner with a favorite chew toy, scarf, bell, etc. Nothing breakable or edible is allowed on the racing surface. No balloons, doggie treats, etc.
	Humans should not carry any loose articles onto the racetrack. Humans should wear comfortable running shoes. No flip-flops will be allowed. Only canines will be allowed to race barefoot.
	All participants must stay within the designated area while waiting their turn to race. At least one human must remain with the dog at all times. The designated area will be indoor and cooled. Water will be provided for both canines and humans. A designated grassy area will be available for the canines.
	Participating wiener dogs are not allowed trackside except for their individual race. At no time will a dachshund be allowed near the paddock area or on the apron while the greyhounds are present!
	Upon completion of the wiener dog race, all participants must return immediately to the designated area. A short interview of the winner and pictures will be done on the track. Return the racing blanket to track personnel.
	The winners of the eight qualifying heats will be asked to race in the finals at the end of the day. Please do not enter unless you are available for the entire day.
	REMEMBER: The only thing serious about this race is the FUN! Judge's decisions will be final. For the safety of everyone concerned the track reserves the right to refuse participation to humans who cannot meet all the qualifications of the race.
	These races will be held rain or shine! For more information, please email WDN@woodlandskc.com.

PLEASE TYPE OR PRINT CLEARLY

Name of Dachshund: ____________________________M/F_______ Color___________________

Date of Birth: ________________________ Weight: ____________________________

Name of (adult) Owner: ____________________________________________________________

Street Address: _________________________________________________________________

City/State/Zip: __________________________________________________________________

Daytime Phone: __________________________Evening Phone: ___________________________

Email Address: __________________________________________________________________

Tell us about your Wiener! _________________________________________________________

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Multiple wiener dogs may be entered, but only one entry per wiener dog. Please use a separate entry form for each wiener dog. Multiple entries should be mailed together.
DO NOT SEND SHOT RECORDS OR ENTRY FEE UNTIL YOU HAVE BEEN SELECTED
TO BE A PARTICIPANT.

Mail entries to:

Wiener Dog Nationals
The Woodlands
PO Box 12036
Kansas City, KS 66112