Hosting and Testing

Canine Water Sports governs, records and sanctions CWS water testing events. Group Members can host CWS water testing events anywhere in the world. These tests require the dog/handler team to perform water tasks that represent knowledge, ability and skill in water work. Each single water task is classified under seven major categories: Team Swim, Retrieve work, Delivery work, Tow work, Submersion work, Scent discrimination work and boat work. The only task a team is required to pass, to be eligible for further tests, is the Team Swim. Earning a Team Swim merit or certificate demonstrates a dog’s desire and ability to swim safely next to their handler over a designated water course. Life jackets are optional for dogs, but mandatory for handlers. All kinds of dogs are welcome in Canine Water Sports, but dogs must be registered and assigned an H2O number to enter a water test. Attend a water testing event and see how much fun you can have with a water loving dog.

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