Coming to a test is a great way to see a Cesky Fousek in action, learn about our breeding and testing program, and determine if you would like to get a dog and become part of the action. Visitors are welcome to attend. If you are already a member, please consider attending and volunteering! Rocky Mountain Chapter spring tests are normally held the last weekend of March at the Niagra Springs Wildlife Area near Twin Falls, Idaho. Fall testing is typically done in the adjoining Northwest Chapter at the end of August or early September
Test location: Niagara Springs Wildlife Management Area, Wendell, Idaho
Niagara Springs Wildlife Management Area, Wendell, Idaho
Pre-test training: Thursday, March 21st
-training/exposure day begins at 1:00 p.m.
Testing: March 22-23, 2024
-testing begins at 8 a.m. sharp
Additional Training Day: Sunday March 24. 8:00 am to Noon.
-Introduction to steadiness and water search with Tawna Skinner.
Test Entries close: February 28th. Late entries will only be accepted if space is available.
Do you anticipate testing a dog? please note the following:
Dogs are eligible for the Natural Ability Test from the age of 6 months up until and including the day they reach 16 months of age. Dogs over age may be entered for evaluation only. Dogs are eligible for the Intermediate Hunting Dog Test from 12 to 36 months of age. Dogs over 18 months of age are eligible for the Utility Field Test. Versatile hunting dogs other than Cesky Fouseks are eligible and welcome for all tests. Test rulebooks are available online at: https://ceskyfousekna.org/progeny-testing/
Test Chair: Grant Richie
Phone # 509-301-6422
Email: grant.minam@gmail.com
Applications and Payments: Please submit your test entries by February 28th. You may email the completed entry forms and a copy of your dog’s up-to-date Rabies and Parvo DHP/L vaccinations to zeb.breuckman@gmail.com. Please pay the entry fees by making out a check to “RM Chapter of CFNA” and mailing the check to:
Zeb Breuckman
Rocky Mountain chapter CFNA
430 E Lincoln St.
Bozeman, MT 59715
262-210-1285
Email: zeb.breuckman@gmail.com
Download Test Entry Form
Download Test Payment Form
Download Schedule of Events
** ALL DOGS AT THE TEST SITE MUST HAVE PROOF OF THE FOLLOWING VACCINATIONS: RABIES, PARVO/DHP/L
Test Fees:
| Natural Ability | Intermediate | Utility Field Test |
|---|---|---|
| $100.00 Entry Fee* | $150.00 Entry Fee* | $200.00 Entry Fee* |
* If you are not a member of CFNA, an additional fee of $10.00 will be charged.
Lodging: Towne Place Suites, 175 Avenida Del Rio, Twin Falls, ID 83301
Book your group rate for CFNA Dog group
Either book your room through the above link or call the front desk and tell them your with the CFNA Dog Group.
REMEMBER MOTEL ETIQUETTE: Do not leave your dog alone in motel room unless you are ABSOLUTELY certain it will be quiet. (If dog is left alone in motel room, it should always be in a crate.)
Meals
Lunches will be available on test days Saturday & Sunday for a cost $TBD/person. Dinner and auction will be held Saturday night at the hotel conference room.
PLEASE REMEMBER-Cars kill dogs. Keep your dog on a leash at all times when in the vicinity of a road or driveway. Do not rely on a well-trained dog.
PLEASE NOTE: CFNA & Chapter are not responsible for injuries to persons or dogs at the test site. Field and water conditions may contain hidden objects that could cause injury as in any hunting activity.