How to Register for Rally

You must register your dog(s) with APDT Rally in order to compete with them in APDT Rally Trials and earn APDT Rally legs and titles. There are two ways to register your dog:

• Online Dog Registration. Registration confirmation will be emailed to you.
• Download a Dog Registration Application Form found in the Forms chapter. Mail the completed form and the appropriate payment to the address on the form. Registration confirmation will be emailed to you. If you do not have email, it will be sent via US mail.

You need to complete a separate registration form for each team you are registering.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to be a member of the APDT to participate in APDT Rally?

No, you do not have to be a member of the APDT. Your dog must be registered with APDT Rally and there is a discounted registration fee for APDT members.

How long does it take to receive my registration number?

With online dog registration, you receive a temporary registration immediately. You may enter a trial with a temporary registration number. Your permanent registration number will be emailed within 1 – 2 weeks. If the spay/neuter discount was taken, proof must be provided and approved by the APDT Rally office before receiving your permanent registration number.

If registering by mail, please allow 2 - 4 weeks for processing.

Can I enter a trial if I don't have my number yet?

You may enter a trial with a temporary registration number. Trial hosts are not allowed to accept entries that do not have either a permanent or temporary registration number.

What do I do if I lose my registration number?

Contact Ann Allums at rally@apdt.com or at 1-800-PET-DOGS (800-738-3647).

What happens if I enter a trial with an incorrect number?

Trial scores are put into the database and credited to each team by registration number. If your number is incorrect, you will not receive credit for your score.

I have a mixed breed dog. Are mixed breeds eligible?

Yes, mixed breed dogs, dogs with disabilities and purebred dogs are eligible.