Fitness to Judge As a dog show judge, you must be capable of performing the functions necessary to properly judge the dogs. You must have:

	the maneuverability to negotiate a ring both indoors and outdoors, with or without mechanical assistance, e.g., a wheelchair, crutches or a cane.
	the flexibility to examine all parts of a dog's anatomy either on a table or the ground
	normal vision (correctable by eyeglasses or contact lenses).
	the capability of doing all the necessary paperwork.

Illness Judges are expected to be physically fit. If you find you cannot fulfill an assignment because of illness or other serious occurrence, immediately notify the Show Secretary and/or the Show Chairperson by telephone, overnight letter, telegram, e-mail or fax. If you are delayed en route to a show, immediately make every effort to contact the Show Secretary or Show Chairperson. If you become ill while judging and it becomes necessary to find a replacement, you may not continue your assignment later in the day if you find yourself feeling better.