Washington State 4-H Fair Guide

Section F: Lifestock and Small Animals

Livestock/Rabbit/Cavy Due/Release

All animals must be vet checked before housing.  If your animal doesn’t pass vet check, you will need to take it home immediately.  There are no facilities to hold rejected animals.

Your exhibit must be maintained until release time.  You are encouraged to remove excess tack and equipment early on release day; you can drive onto the fairgrounds until 8:45 am for this purpose.

• Sept 12  IN: Beef, Dairy, Sheep, Swine, all Goats, and Llamas
  • 6-7 am – All animals from A counties (King, Kitsap, Pierce, Thurston Counties)
  • 6-8 am – All animals from B counties (Cowlitz, Grays Harbor/Mason, Jefferson, Lewis,                             Pacific, Skagit, and Snohomish Counties)
  • 6-9 am – All animals from remaining counties
  • IN: Rabbits, Cavies, 6-9 am
• Sept 15  OUT: Beef, Dairy, Sheep, Swine, all Goats, and Llamas, 6-9 pm
  • OUT: Rabbits, Cavies, 6-7 pm

Cat/Dog Show Schedule

Cats must be vet checked prior to caging. 

• Sept 11             Cat vet check beginning at 9 am.  Cats in place 10 am to 10 pm.  Doors will not be open prior to 9 am
• Sept 12             Cats in place, 10 am to 10 pm
• Sept 13             Cats in place, 10 am to 8 pm
• Sept 14             Cats in place 10 am.  Will utilize zone dismissal.  No exhibitor to depart without being       dismissed by the superintendent.
• Vet check for dogs begins at 8:30 am.  Dogs are in place 9:30 am to 8:30 pm, or until released by the superintendent following completion of all classes and total barn/arena cleanup.
• Wed, Sept 16    King, Lewis, Pierce, Cowlitz**
• Thurs, Sept 17  Clark**, Kitsap, Grays Harbor/Mason, Clallam
• Fri, Sept 18       Asotin, Benton/Franklin, Ferry, Grant, Island, Stevens, Thurston, Whitman, Yakima
• Sat, Sept 19      Dog Agility: Vet Check 8:30 a.m. for those in fit/show on this day; 2 p.m. for those not in fit/show on this day;
• Sun, Sept 20     Dog Judging Contest, Dog Skill-a-thon and Dog Bowl events
• Wed, Sept 23    Pierce**, Snohomish**. Kittitas, Jefferson
• Thurs, Sept 24  Snohomish**, Whatcom, Clark**
• Fri, Sept 25       Adams/Lincoln, Chelan/Douglas, Columbia, Garfield, Klickitat, Okanogan, Pacific, Pend Oreille, San Juan, Skagit, Skamania, Spokane, Wahkiakum, Walla Walla
• Sat, Sept 26      State Championships – Fitting and Showmanship:  Juniors and Intermediates vet checked at 8 a.m.  Seniors vet checked at 12 p.m.  Juniors released at 3 p.m.  Intermediates released at 5 p.m. Seniors released at 8 p.m. or when completed.
• Sun, Sept 27     State Championships – Obedience: Novice and above vet checked at 8 a.m.  Sub Novice, Beginner Novice, and Pre-Novice vet checked at 11 a.m.  Upper obedience classes released at 3 p.m.  Lower obedience classes released at 6 p.m. or when completed.

Judging Contest Schedule

Animal Eligibility

1. Each member may enter only two species of animals.  Fair management will not adjust show schedules to accommodate exhibitors showing multiple species.
2. Fleece Goats (Angora and Cashmere) will show in the Goat section.
3. The exhibit animal may be entered in only one other class or lot, in addition to fitting and showmanship, for premiums.
4. All county allocations are for numbers of animals or numbers of pens – not numbers of exhibitors.
5. Animal Entries: (Class 400-999) – Entries will be limited to classes listed in this book. Each county is responsible for determining how their allocation is filled.  Each county may only fill the designated allocation and then list remaining entries as alternates, who will be called if space is available.
6. The maximum number of animals per exhibitor age group at the State 4-H Fair are as follows:

        *Please refer to equine department rules for specifics.

7.     The State 4-H Fair recommends that all species be filled with one animal per exhibitor and then adding one animal per member until allocations are filled.  This will allow the most possible number of youth participants in the fair.

8.     The State 4-H Policies now allow shared project animals.  The County Extension Office must notify the State 4-H Fair of any shared project animals that will be participating in the fair.  Shared project animals will be dealt with on an individual basis.

General Information

1. Classes may be subdivided at the discretion of the judge or superintendent.
2. If you have a Reasonable Accommodation filed with your Extension Office, it needs to be emailed to Kellian.4hstfair@gmail.com, if the accommodation will be needed while showing your exhibit. This includes the use of a service dog even if the service dog is part of your exhibit.
3. 4-H animal exhibits will be received and dismissed according to the Exhibits Due and Release Schedules.
4. When a county has several entries of the same type of animal, they will be stalled together. Stall decorations and educational theme should be coordinated as a county display – not individual or club. (Rabbits and Cavies are exhibited by breed.)
5. Decorative materials must be fireproof. Flammable material will not be allowed. (Greenery must be dipped or sprayed with a solution of 9 oz. borax and 4 oz. boric acid in one gallon of water.)
6. Ribbons or awards from other fairs will not be displayed.
7. Livestock educational displays are either (1) received when animals come in and released when animals leave or (2) may be turned in with other still life exhibits. In the latter case, educational displays will be stored in the 4-H Exhibit Building, and will be claimed by exhibitors at that location on the day of their livestock or equine entry. Clean-up crews will discard exhibits or displays left when animals are released.
8. Livestock exhibitors should notify their county Extension office or the State 4-H Fair manager immediately if they decide not to participate in the Fair. This will allow an opportunity for alternates to attend the Fair. A reduction in exhibit animals without notification to State 4-H Fair, after entry forms are sent, may result in lower allocations in the following year for the individual county.
9. Getting livestock efficiently unloaded on check-in day requires cooperation from all those bringing animals to the fair. Please follow instructions given by those in charge of the entry, quickly unload animals and tack, and remove vehicles from the area as soon as possible. More information is available in the exhibitor letters.
10. All animals must be available for use in State 4-H Fair judging contests.  This includes obedience or type judging classes. Refusal by the exhibitor to provide an animal when requested by the show management without adequate reason will result in forfeit of all awards and premiums and continued participation in this year’s show.
11. Portable clipping racks may be used in areas designated by 4-H management, as space is available.
12. All exhibitors who show animals must show their own animals in both fitting and showmanship and type (obedience) to receive premiums and awards. Any exceptions must obtain the permission of the 4-H fair manager in consultation with the department superintendent.  In the case of shared project animals, the situation will be dealt with on an individual basis.
13. Exhibitor letters for members showing animals are available from county Extension offices or may be found on the State 4-H Fair web site. Letters contain specific details pertaining to vet checks, unloading, stalling, showing, schedules, herdsmanship, etc.
14. Livestock will not be walked onto, about or off of the Fairgrounds because of serious environmental concerns directly related to animal waste. Any animal (except dogs) that cannot be transported in a solid bottom carrier must be moved in a truck, trailer or similar conveyance.
15. The Washington State Fair will furnish hay, shavings (straw for sheep). The hay and straw storage shed will not be open to exhibitors. Please order hay and straw in writing from your superintendent before 6pm for the following morning’s feed and bedding requirements. Hay and straw bales should not be used for purposes other than feed and bedding. Bring appropriate equipment to handle bedding. All exhibitors except swine and rabbit exhibitors must furnish their own grain.
16. The 4-H exhibitor must perform herdsmanship, grooming, handling, and exercise of the project animal. This includes clipping and washing the animal. In cases where 4-H exhibitors are physically incapable of doing their own clipping or washing, only bona fide 4-H exhibitors may provide needed assistance. Violations of this rule creates loss of learning experience to the exhibitor and unfair competition to other members, particularly in the Fitting and Showmanship contest, and is cause for disqualification of entry. ONLY EXHIBITORS are allowed in stalls/pens.
17. In case of animal health care emergencies at any time, the 4-H show superintendent should be located. The 4-H superintendent will contact a veterinarian to provide animal health care. Veterinarians will charge for travel, service, and medications used. Exhibitors will be required to pay at the time of service. Vet charges will not be deducted from premium payments.
18. In all animal exhibits, medication can only be given with the approval of the department superintendent or the 4-H fair manager, except in an emergency situation or when administered by a veterinarian at the scene. It is not consistent with Washington State 4-H policy to administer any drug or medication that could affect the performance or disposition of the animal, resulting in an unfair advantage to the exhibitor or endangering the animal’s well-being.
19. All 4-H members who exhibit animal projects shall be responsible for the humane care and showmanship of their animal. Failure to comply may result in dismissal from the State 4-H Fair exhibit, and forfeiture of all premiums.
20. State 4-H Fair management reserves the right to dismiss any animal showing signs of lameness, unsoundness, or stress from further participation, upon recommendation of the fair veterinarian.
21. Arrangements must be made to have all livestock removed from barns and fairgrounds by 9pm on release day.  Livestock and llama tack and show equipment should be removed the last day of their show, 6-9am, by driving vehicles onto the fairgrounds. Beginning at noon on last day of section, removal of tack and show equipment can be accomplished via WSF trams. The more equipment removed prior to 6pm, the more rapidly and pleasantly animal exit will go. Animals and stall decorations must remain in place until released. NO livestock or llamas will be walked out. Do not leave animals unattended in parking lots.
22. Rabbits and cavies must be removed from barn by 7 pm on release night; barn closes at that time. Do not leave animals unattended in parking lots.

Quality Animal Care Agreement

This is an agreement, formal or implied, between 4-H participants and the management of this Fair. Its purpose is to:

• Encourage ethical decisions and activities by 4-H youth.
• Ensure the overall well-being of all 4-H animals exhibited.
• Ensure the use of commonly accepted practices in preparing and exhibiting animals for show.
• Maintain a safe and wholesome food supply.
• Maintain the intent and integrity of animal competitions and displays for future generations.

1. The purpose of my participation in the Washington 4-H Animal Sciences Program is to strengthen my own knowledge, ability, and skill as a feeder, manager, trainer, caregiver, and exhibitor of animals and to develop my sense of responsibility and good character. If my project includes food production animals, my goal is to produce safe and wholesome food.
2. I will do my own project work to the best of my ability.
3. I will not use or allow abusive, fraudulent, or illegal practices or products to be used in the feeding, care, fitting, training, and showing of my animals.
4. I will not misrepresent my animals or myself in any way.
5. I will read, understand, and follow the rules, without exception, of animal shows in which I am a participant and ask that my parents and my 4-H leader do the same.
6. My animal project is an example of how to accept what life has to offer, both good and bad, and how to live with the outcome. I will treat other people’s animals with the same respect and care I give my own animals.
7. I realize that I am responsible for the proper care and safe, humane treatment of my animals. I realize that I am also responsible for demonstrating strong moral fiber and good character as an example to others.
8. I will voice any objections to events related to my participation by using the protest policy described in the premium book. I will not directly interfere with the judge, show management, or other exhibitors before, during, or after the event.
9. I accept that failure to uphold this commitment could result in forfeiture of my right to participate in the 4-H Animal Sciences Program.

Animal Health and the Use of Illegal Substances

The use of illegal drugs and/or the improper use of animal health products or foreign substances will not be tolerated in the Washington State 4-H Youth Development Program. Extension personnel, 4-H volunteers, families, youth, and fair/show officials have a legal and moral obligation not to misuse these products. We have the responsibility to tell others not to use these substances, and to report those who do use any illegal substance.

The administration of any drug or medication, which could affect an animal’s performance resulting in an unfair advantage or the disposition of the animal, is unacceptable. Additionally, there are federal penalties for using illegal substances in animals that are going into the nation’s food supply.

Herdsmanship

1. Good care of your animal and assigned exhibiting space is an important part of the privilege and responsibility of exhibiting at this level in Washington 4-H. Because many more people see your animal in the barn than the show ring, exhibitors are expected to maintain barn, feeding, and grooming conditions that will ensure the good health and safety of the animals in their care, and will show consideration and sensitivity toward the public visiting the State 4-H Fair exhibit. Exhibitors are expected to be available to the fair visitor to discuss their 4-H exhibit or project. 4-H exhibitors are reminded that they are hosts/hostesses in their barn.
2. The public’s interest in animal welfare, and their opinion of the quality of care given to animals, has become a critical issue.
3. Exhibiting 4-H members are to perform their own herdsman chores. Herdsmanship done by non-exhibitors can result in forfeit of all awards and premiums by the exhibitor involved. Exception: see following paragraph.
4. Livestock exhibitors must have their animals entered at the designated arrival times.  Due to school attendance requirements of individual school districts, minimum maintenance may be provided by a non-exhibitor or other exhibitor, until the scheduled exhibitor meeting – on haul-in day only. Minimum maintenance does not include grooming, clipping, washing or trimming. It does include maintaining a fresh water supply, feeding as needed, bedding pen/stall area, decorating the area, and minimal maintenance of aisle ways. The superintendent has responsibility to determine appropriate assistance levels, and may correct situations that go beyond minimal attention by non-exhibitors. Herdsmanship will not be scored until the first evening.
5. Each superintendent will ask for volunteer adults to monitor the actions of fairgoers, oversee the humane care of animals, and provide support for 4-H exhibitors. These are not adult herdsmen. They will be assigned as deemed necessary by the superintendent and assistant manager, and will be given instructions. All show monitors will wear identifying tags.
6. It is the intent of the State 4-H Fair to recognize every exhibitor who maintains adequate standards, not to try to determine only a small group of “winners”. Herdsmanship should not be competitive; it is a responsibility that comes with the privilege of participating at the Washington State 4-H Fair, and demonstrates personal pride and county team support.
7. Barns and displays will be examined at least twice a day. The superintendent of rabbits/cavies will supervise individual rabbit/cavy herdsmen while on herdsmanship shifts. Failure to maintain adequate standards will result in loss of premiums.
8. NO COOKING IS ALLOWED IN THE BARNS. For your own health, and to demonstrate to your fair visitor appropriate hygiene habits for when humans are in close proximity to farm animals, please do not cook, eat or drink while in the penning/stalling/public areas in livestock and equine barns. This applies to exhibitor and chaperone/parent, etc. and will be enforced by the Washington State Fair. Superintendents will share more information about this very serious issue during exhibitor orientation meetings. The Washington State Fair has set aside a good-sized area, screened from public view, in the south end of the dairy barn for exhibitors to use when eating.
9. In livestock, llama, cat, and dog herdsmanship evaluations, scores of 80 – 89 will earn red ribbons, while scores of 90 – 100 will earn blue ribbons. Scores lower than 80 will receive no ribbon placing, and will result in loss of 20 points in the total premiums earned by each member of the county team. One warning of inadequate herdsmanship will be given. A no-placing penalty will be assigned at the next herdsmanship examination if problems have not been corrected. Herdsmanship evaluation will be based on group performance, and all exhibitors within each county group will receive the same score. Each animal section will be scored separately.  If a red ribbon placing (score of 80-89) is earned by a county/group, the result will be the loss of one stall/pen in the same section during the following year.  If no ribbon placing (score of 80 or lower) is earned by a county/group, that county/ group will not be invited back to the same section the following year.
10. Adults as well as exhibitors occupying the area behind the ropes in the dog benching barn are expected to set a good example of appropriate herdsmanship dress for 4-H youth and the fair visitor.
11. In rabbit/cavy herdsmanship, performance recognition will be earned individually. Unsatisfactory work will receive a no-placing mark and will result in loss of 20 points in the total premiums earned by the exhibitor. Red ribbons will be earned for good work during one shift; blue ribbons will be earned for good work during two or more shifts or for performance of additional tasks.
12. Herdsmanship hours will be scheduled by departments and regular hours will be maintained.
13. Exhibitors from counties with small numbers of entries are encouraged to combine herdsmanship schedules with other counties with small exhibit numbers.
14. State 4-H Fair officials will designate grooming areas.

Fitting and Showmanship Contests

1. In Fitting & Showmanship, the emphasis is on the knowledge and performance of the 4-H member. In type judging the emphasis is on the condition, conformation and characteristics of the animal. We are most concerned with personal development of the 4-H member. Therefore, all fitting & showmanship contests have the same premium points (blue-75, red-55, white-40) regardless of the type, size, training or value of the animal involved.
2. All exhibitors must complete a fitting and showmanship class in order to receive premiums and/or ribbons in their animal section. Fitting and showmanship classes are concluded with the selection of champion/reserve champion exhibitors. Exhibitors, if selected, may choose to not enter the championship contest but must make that decision prior to the start of the championship contest. Leaving the show ring after the contest has begun will result in loss of all premiums/ribbons for the exhibitor in that animal section.
3. All animals used for fitting and showmanship must also be entered in type (performance, games, obedience) competition in the 4-H show.
   • a. In order for fitting and showmanship premiums to be assigned, exhibitors must show their own livestock in type class except when given permission by the superintendent to substitute another exhibitor-handler. Example: when two or more livestock animals are being exhibited by the same exhibitor in the same show ring.
   • b. Llama, dog and cat exhibitors are required to show their own animal in fitting and showmanship as well as their performance, type, or obedience class. (Llama exhibitors must participate in a minimum of one performance event to qualify for any show premiums.) Permission for llama, dog or cat exhibitors to be excused from the performance requirement (due to illness or other emergency) must be obtained from the assistant manager or designated show official in order for fitting and showmanship premiums to be retained.
   • c. Rabbit and Cavy exhibitors are required to show their own animals in fitting and showmanship, and are strongly encouraged to also participate in the type classes with their own animals.
4.   See appropriate animal portion of the premium list for class and lot numbers.
5.   Fit/Show Class Attire:  In general, clothing should be clean and in good shape (ho holes, tears, or wrinkles).  Hair should be neatly combed.  Long hair needs to be pulled back so it does not cover your face.  Take jewelry off, including rings, necklaces, dangling earrings, watches, and bracelets.  Footwear should be appropriate to the project.  Potentially offensive statements on clothing will not be permitted.  In general, the following items are not permitted: hats, cell phones and other electronic devices, and chewing gum.  Accommodations may be accepted upon request.  Adaptions for religious reasons will be permitted.  Please notify Fair Management prior to the fair.  A breakdown of project attire follows below item 6.
6. Superintendents of each class will notify the judge of any exhibitor with disabilities so the judge can consider the nature of the disability when placing the contestant – at the exhibitor’s option.

Activity Days

1. Open to all animal exhibitors. No premiums awarded on any of the following or similar events.
2. Round Robin Showmanship Contest is not currently on the event schedule.  If arena availability can be determined in advance and logistics can be worked out, the round robin may be held on Monday, Sept 15.
3. Exhibitors entering the Beautiful Animal Contest will provide their own costume.  Will be held on Monday, Sept 15.
4. Cat exhibitors may participate in Cat Costume and Decorated Cage contests. Quiz bowl contests may be scheduled.
5. Sheep and llama exhibitors may participate the Lad and Ladies Lead.  The date and time of this activity will be announced at the sheep exhibitor meeting.
6. Circle of Champions will feature the top animals in each beef and dairy breed. The exhibitor will prepare and give a short narration about the breed they are showing – it’s history and special features.
7. Other activities may be scheduled, dependent upon time and interest.

Veterinary Rules

General Veterinary Information

• A health certificate is NOT required by the Washington State Fair. The health status of entries will be ascertained at the time of entry and will continue under the Animal Health Department’s surveillance while on the Fairgrounds. All entries must be free from visible evidence of infectious and contagious disease when presented and must remain so while on exhibit. The Fair veterinarian will be the final authority in determination of suitability for exhibition.
• The fair veterinarian’s professional decision as to the health status of an animal is final and will be upheld by the fair board.  Any animal refused by the veterinarian at check-in must be removed from the fair- grounds and returned home immediately. There are no facilities to house animals that can’t be exhibited. Animals on exhibit at the Fair are the very best of their species and must present this image to the viewing public.
• Exhibitors should note and respect the potential for exposure to health-threatening conditions while at a fair. Crowding of animals, long distance hauling and changing environmental conditions are major stresses to which exhibit animals are subjected. Animals, like humans, have the capability to become recovered carriers of viruses or other infectious agents. Exhibition-imposed stress may cause a recrudescence or reactivation with resulting outbreaks of disease, as occurs with malaria in humans. The Fair management will do all in its power to protect each exhibit while on display.
• “4-H Animal Exhibitor Commitment to Quality Animal Care” statement has been added to this book. It has been adopted by the Washington State University Extension 4-H Youth Development Program, and will be enforced at the Washington State 4-H Fair. Its application is not restricted to food-source animals.
• The exhibitor has important responsibilities prior to fair time. These responsibilities should be implemented three weeks before entering the fair circuit. Vaccinations must be up to date and an effective parasite control program employed. State-of-the-art prophylactic care is strongly recommended for all animals to be exhibited.
• Animals not intended for exhibition will be denied entry to the fairgrounds.

Cattle

• A health certificate is not required by the Washington State Fair. Certification of health will take place at the fairgrounds when your animal arrives. A brucellosis test is not required by the Washington State Fair; however, if the animal were to be offered for sale, its salability will be restricted unless it has been officially vaccinated. Non-vaccinates may be sold only for slaughter.
• It is strongly recommended that prophylactic protection against IBR (infectious bovine rhinotracheitis), BVD (bovine virus diarrhea), PI3 (para influenza 3 virus) and leptospira (5 serotypes), clostridial dise7ases, (ie. blackleg and malignant edema), pasteurella, haemophilus and RSV (respiratory syncitial virus) be provided. Immunization must be completed a minimum of 3 weeks prior to exhibition in order to provide intended protection.

Llamas/Swine/Rabbits/Cavies:

• An inspection will be made at the fairgrounds when your animal arrives. Prophylactic measures should be considered. Please see General Veterinarian Information. Washington State Fair requires to have a swine ID per the Washingtons Department of Ag. IF your swine doesn’t have a tag, they will be given a swine id tag at the State Fair. Specific guidelines for swine and the possible outbreak of PED will be included in the swine exhibitor letter.  This letter will be available for download on the State 4-H Fair website: http://4h.wsu.edu/statefair.index.htm .  It is important that each 4-H exhibitor review this letter prior to fair arrival.

Sheep/Goats

• An inspection will take place at the fairgrounds when your animal arrives. Prophylactic measures should be considered. See General Veterinarian Information.
• The Washington State Fair requires all goats and sheep to have official USDA National Scrapie Eradication program-assigned flock identification available during vet check-in. This may include either a tag, tattoo or microchip (with reader provided by exhibitor). Veterinarians will not allow unmarked animals through vet check.
• Because of increased possibilities for Ovine Dermatophytosis (Ringworm) in sheep, the Washington State Fair’s Animal Health Department will intensify its inspections and surveillance effort. Recommendations of the WSF to exhibitors:
  • a. Inspect all sheep on your premises for evidence of infection
  • b. Avoid sharing equipment with other exhibitor
  • c. Avoid co-mingling animals during transport
  • d. Keep washing and clipping to a minimum
• All sheep must exhibit appropriate tail docking practices. Appropriate docking practice is to remove the tail at the distal termination of the caudal tail fold. As a working guideline, WSU recommends that lambs be docked so that at the show the tail is long enough to be lifted. Docking should be performed within two weeks of birth for optimum animal health and the tail must be healed at the time of show check-in.

Equine

• An inspection will take place at the fairgrounds when your animal arrives. Prophylactic measures should be considered. See General Veterinarian Information.
• The West Nile Virus is being diagnosed in some equine in Washington. While not requiring vaccine protection from this mosquito-borne illness, appropriate vaccine protection is encouraged by the WA State 4-H Fair.
• Since incidents of equine monocytic-ehrlichiosis (Potomac horse fever – PHF), Rhinopneumonitis (Equine Herpes Virus, EHV-1) influenza and tetanus occur in Washington, vaccinal protection is recommended by the Washington State Fair.

Dogs and Cats

An inspection will take place at the fairgrounds when your animal arrives. Please see General Veterinarian Information.

• 4-H State Fair management wishes to emphasize the need for exhibitors to adopt a responsible program of proper health care of their animals. The increased need for prophylactic measures for animals being placed in close proximity to others must be recognized. All dogs and cats shall be flea free to participate at State Fair.
• All dogs, regardless of origin, 3 months of age or over must show evidence of vaccination with an approved rabies vaccine as per label directions. Exhibitors must present proof of vaccination by a licensed veterinarian, against rabies. A rabies vaccination certificate (C1084E) is available from local county Extension offices, the WA State 4-H Fair Office, or on the 4-H website. It must be completed at the administering veterinarian’s office, and submitted for all dogs exhibited in the 4-H State Fair. An electronic copy of the rabies certificate issued by the administering veterinarian’s office is acceptable.  No other document may be substituted. If rabies inoculation was given by a veterinarian who is no longer available (e.g. from a temporary clinic, etc.) the original receipt or veterinarian-generated document that includes (1) date of vaccination, (2) dog’s name or ID and age, (3) brand or type of vaccine, and (4) the veterinarian’s signature or clinic stamp should be stapled to the vaccination certificate (C1084E). The exhibitor should complete all information required on the vaccination certificate – except the lower portion that is reserved for clinic/veterinarian use. Dogs should be vaccinated against distemper, infectious hepatitis, leptospirosis, parainfluenza, parvo and corona viruses – at local veterinarian’s recommendation.
• All cats must have been vaccinated against rabies with an approved vaccine within 12 months as per label directions.  We will also recognize the 3-year vaccine as per the label instructions.  Exhibitors must present proof of current vaccination by a licensed veterinarian, against rabies. A rabies vaccination certificate (C1084E) is available from local county Extension offices, the WA State 4-H Fair Office, or on the 4-H website. It must be completed at the administering veterinarian’s office, and submitted for all cats exhibited in the 4-H State Fair. An electronic copy of the rabies certificate issued by the administering veterinarian’s office is acceptable. No other document may be substituted. If rabies inoculation was given by a veterinarian who is no longer available (e.g. from a temporary clinic, etc.) the original receipt or veterinarian-generated document that includes (1) date of vaccination, (2) cat’s name or ID and age, (3) brand or type of vaccine, and (4) the veterinarian’s signature or clinic stamp should be stapled to the vaccination certificate (C1084E). The exhibitor should complete all information required on the inoculation certificate – except the lower portion that is reserved for clinic/veterinarian use. Cats should be vaccinated against feline panleukopenia, feline rhinotracheitis, calicii and leukemia viruses and chlamydia – at local veterinarian’s recommendation.

Companion Animals Prohibited

Animals and birds not intended for exhibition will be denied entry to the fairgrounds and asked to leave. Please leave your pet at home for its own protection, with the exception of properly identified Guide or Service dogs. They should be properly protected against infectious and communicable diseases as indicated for exhibit animals. However, if the presence of a Guide or Service dog would be disruptive, causing the display animal(s) to come agitated and or potentially aggressive, may be asked to leave the particular barn/location where those 4-H animals are being impacted (as defined as an exclusion to Guide or Service Dogs at a program provided to the public by the Department of Justice Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)). “Service Dog In Training” is not considered a Guide or Service Dog as defined in RCW 49.60.040. A “Service Dog In Training” could be in violation of RCW 49.60.214 and not covered under ADA.

Judging Contests

Note: Juniors may participate in judging contests.  They will not give oral reasons.

Class 15 – Cat Judging Contest

Event Date: Friday, September 11 at 4 pm

Superintendent –

Premium Points: Blue 30, Red 23, White 17

• Lot 1 – Juniors
• Lot 2 – Intermediates
• Lot 3 – Seniors

1. All cat judging participants are to register at 4 pm on the day of the contest in the Cat Arena.
2. Each contestant will place four or more classes and write one set of reasons.
3. Intermediates and seniors will give oral reasons on one class.

Class 16 – Dog Judging Contest

Event Date: Sunday, September 20 at 8 am

Superintendent – Amber Hammond                               

Premium Points: Blue 30, Red 23, White 17

• Lot 1 – Juniors
• Lot 2 – Intermediates
• Lot 3 – Seniors

1. All dog judging participants are to register by 8:30 am on the day of the contest in the Dog Show Arena. Each county may only send 10 members for each age division.
2. All age groups will judge the same classes.
3. At least one oral reasons class designated by the superintendent will be required for intermediates and seniors.  Juniors are also allowed to do orals, if they chose and time permits, but it will not be counted towards their overall score.
4. The dog judging contest will consist of six classes:
   • One obedience class (any level) or a fit/show class
   • Five dog related classes such as, but not limited to, the examples as designated in the Dog Judging Contest Rules/Guidelines.

Class 17 – Livestock Judging Contest

Event Date: September, Sept 19 at 8 am

Superintendent –                                                        

Premium Points: Blue 30, Red 23, White 17

• Lot 1 – Juniors
• Lot 2 – Intermediates
• Lot 3 – Seniors

1. All livestock judging participants and one adult (parent/leader/agent) from each county are to register at 8 a.m. on the day of the contest in the AgriPlex Arena.  Registration will be closed at 8:30 a.m.  Only contestants and contest officials are allowed in the contest area during the contest.
2. Please refer to all rules in the “Contests and Activities” section of the premium book for rules and specifications for the national judging contest.
3. Each entrant shall place, according to thier judgment, classes that include breeding and/or market animals of beef, sheep, goats, and swine. 
4. Juniors will not give reasons classes.  Intermediates will give up to two sets of oral reasons.  Seniors will give up to three sets of oral reasons.  Intermediates may use notes when giving oral reasons; excessive reference to notes will be severely penalized.  Senior may not use notes when giving oral reasons.
5. Classes to be judged will be selected by the contest officials and will be announced during the contest registration.
6. This is no longer a national qualifying event.

Class 19 – Rabbit Judging Contest

Event Date: Saturday, Sept 19 at 10 am

Superintendent –                                                        

Premium Points: Blue 30, Red 23, White 17

• Lot 1 – Juniors
• Lot 2 – Intermediates
• Lot 3 – Seniors

1. Registration for the judging contest will be at 9 a.m. and will close at 10 a.m.  The contest will end at 5 pm.  Results will be available before rabbit check out on Monday evening.
2. Judging will be in accordance with the qualifications as given in the “Standard of Perfection” of the American Rabbit Breeders Association.”
3. Intermediates and seniors will judge at least one class of live animals.  Other classes may include breed identification, feeds, equipment, quizzes and situations requiring general rabbit knowledge.
4. Oral reasons will be given on one class as announced at the time of the contest.

Class 20 – Goat Judging Contest

Event Date: Friday, September 18 at 6 pm                    

Superintendent –                                                        

Premium Points: Blue 30, Red 23, White 17

• Lot 1 – Juniors
• Lot 2 – Intermediates
• Lot 3 – Seniors

1. All participants are to register at 6 pm on the day of the contest in the Large Show Arena West.
2. Each contestant will place four or more classes.  Classes may include dairy goats, pack goats, meat goats, pygmy goats and/or fleece goats.
3. Intermediates will give oral reasons on one class.  Seniors will give oral reasons on two classes.

Class 22 – Cavy Judging Contest

Event Date: Saturday, September 19 at 10 am

Superintendent –                                                        

Premium Points: Blue 30, Red 23, White 17

Lot 1 – Juniors

Lot 2 – Intermediates

Lot 3 – Seniors

1. Registration for the judging contest will be at 9 a.m. and will close at 10 a.m.  The contest will end at 5 pm.  Results will be available before rabbit check out on Monday evening.
2. Four animals or other items shall constitute a class.  Participants will judge a minimum of four classes.
3. Classes may cover, but not be limited to, breed ID, equipment, situations, and animals.  Quizzes may be a part of the contest, also.
4. Oral reasons will be required for both intermediates and seniors.  Seniors may be required to do more than one oral reasons class.

Cats

Superintendent – Caroline Vadino

Cats must be vet checked prior to caging. 

• Sept 11: Cat vet check beginning at 9 am.  Cats in place 10 am to 10 pm.  Doors will not be open prior to 9 am
• Sept 12: Cats in place, 10 am to 10 pm
• Sept 13: Cats in place, 10 am to 8 pm
• Sept 14: Cats in place 10 am.  Will utilize zone dismissal.  No exhibitor to depart without being       dismissed by the superintendent.
  1. Junior exhibitors may enter only one cat.  Intermediate and senior exhibitor may enter two cats, if space is available in their county quota.  Each cat will be placed in its’ own cage.
  2. See Veterinary Rules in this book for rabies vaccination certificate requirements.
  3. Exhibitors must enter herdsmanship, fitting & showmanship, and one type class.
  4. It is the responsibility of each exhibitor to care for their own cat and see that someone is on duty at all times when cats are on display. All cats must be on display 10 am to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 10 am to 8 pm Sunday.  On Monday, Arena Barn will close for break down at 6 pm.  At 7 pm, Benching Barn will close for break down.  Exhibitors may not depart without permission of the superintendent each day of the show.
  5. No pregnant or nursing cats may be entered.
  6. EM 4810E will be used as a guide for cat fitting & showmanship.
  7. Cages will be furnished for exhibitors needing one. All sides of the cage may be decorated, but cats must be in full view at all times.
  8. Costume and decorated cage competition will be part of Activity Day events. Please add “Costume” and/or “Decorated Cage” to your Fair Entry registration if exhibitor plans to participate in one or both events.  Pre-qualifying not required for these two activities
  9. All rules and expectations for other 4-H animal exhibitors will be applicable to this section. Please refer to Animal Exhibits Information for more detail. Request Exhibitor Letter 1.16m.
  10. Exhibiting your 4-H animal at the State 4-H Fair implies you will uphold the “Animal Project Exhibitor Commitment to Quality Animal Care” statement in this book. It applies to exhibitors of all species of animals. Please read that document prior to completing your entry forms.
  11. Judging Contest information listed under Class 15 in Exhibitor Guide.  Do not list Judging Contest on your animal entry form.  You will be asked to fill out form C0944 at the contest.

Class 400 – Herdsmanship

• Lot 1 – Ribbons only.

Class 401 – Fitting & Showmanship

Premium Points Allowed: Blue 75, Red 55, White 40

• Lot 1 – Junior
• Lot 2 – Intermediate
• Lot 3 – Senior

Champion–8th place rosettes will be selected for each lot in Class 401, with no additional premium points awarded.   Third through eighth place rosettes are sponsored by the Cat Leader’s Ribbon Fund.

Class 402 – Purebred Cats

Class 403 – Household Pets – Shorthair

Class 404 – Household Pets – Longhair

Class 405 – Senior Cats (cat – 10 years and older)

Points Allowed: Blue 20, Red 15, White 11

• Lot 1 – Males (Toms and neutered)
• Lot 2 – Females (Queens and spayed)

Class 406 – Kittens (between 4 – 8 months of age)

Points Allowed: Blue 20, Red 15, White 11

• Lot 1 – Purebred
• Lot 2 – Household pets

All sexes in one class.

Champion–8^th place rosettes will be selected for each class in Type Classes 402-406, with no additional premium points awarded.   Third through eighth place rosettes are sponsored by the Cat Leader’s Ribbon Fund.

The following classes will be offered as fun day classes.  Premiums will not be earned for these classes.  Please sign up on your entry form for those in which you will participate.

Class 407 – Cage Decoration

Fun Activity – no premiums

• Lot 1 – Junior
• Lot 2 – Intermediate
• Lot 3 – Senior

Class 408 – Costume Class

Fun Activity – no premiums

• Lot 1 – Junior
• Lot 2 – Intermediate
• Lot 3 – Senior

Obedience Dogs

Superintendents – Heather Wroe and Chip Taylor

Dog Show Schedule

• Vet check for dogs begins at 8:30 am.  Dogs are in place 9:30 am to 8:30 pm, or until released by the superintendent following completion of all classes and total barn/arena cleanup.
• Wed, Sept 16: King, Lewis, Cowlitz, Pierce**
• Thurs, Sept 17: Clark**, Kitsap, Grays Harbor/Mason, Clallam
• Fri, Sept 18: Asotin, Benton/Franklin, Ferry, Grant, Island, Stevens, Thurston, Whitman, Yakima
• Sat, Sept 19: Dog Agility: Vet Check 8:30 a.m. for those in fit/show on this day; vet check 2 p.m. for those not in fit/show on this day;
• Sun, Sept 20: Dog Judging Contest, Dog Skill-a-thon and Dog Bowl events
• Wed, Sept 23: Pierce**, Snohomish**. Kittitas, Jefferson
• Thurs, Sept 24: Snohomish**, Whatcom, Clark**
• Fri, Sept 25: Adams/Lincoln, Chelan/Douglas, Columbia, Garfield, Klickitat, Okanogan, Pacific, Pend Oreille, San Juan, Skagit, Skamania, Spokane, Wahkiakum, Walla Walla
• Sat, Sept 26: State Championships – Fitting and Showmanship:  Juniors and Intermediate vet checked at 8 a.m.  Seniors vet checked at 12 p.m.  Juniors released at 3 p.m.  Intermediates released at 5 p.m. Seniors released at 8 p.m. or when completed.
• Sun, Sept 27: State Championships – Obedience: Novice and above vet checked at 8 a.m.  Sub Novice, Beginner Novice, and Pre-Novice vet checked at 11 a.m.  Upper obedience classes released at 3 p.m.  Lower obedience classes released at 6 p.m. or when completed.

Rules for Qualifying/Entering

1. The obedience dog show and service puppy exhibition will be held together.  Exhibitors may participate in either or both activities on the same day. Service puppies currently in training may be exhibited in obedience dog classes (showmanship and obedience) on the scheduled county dog show day. They will not be counted as part of the county quota. The obedience and showmanship score sheets will be used for all puppies/dogs in the county day show schedule. Female dogs in season are allowed. When in season, females must wear doggy britches. The show superintendent must be notified if a female is in season at check in.
2. Junior members may enter only one dog in this show section except in Brace Class.  Intermediate and senior members may enter two dogs in this show section if space is available in their county allocation.
3. All obedience dog show participants must enter Fitting and Showmanship, an obedience class and Herdsmanship.
4. At the State 4-H Fair, exhibitors with a given dog must advance to the next higher obedience class, or move to a class on the same tier; if they have received a blue ribbon score at the State 4-H Fair. When two blue ribbons with a given dog on the same tier are received, the member must advance to the next higher obedience class.
5. The dog must be entered in the most advanced class in which it earned a blue ribbon at the county level.
6. State 4-H Fair Qualification: Exhibitors may only qualify for the WA State 4-H Fair by competing at the county fair or the designated county qualifying event.
7. State Fair Qualification – Sub-Novice, Beginner-Novice, Pre-Novice, and Novice:
   • a. Sub-Novice, Beginner-Novice, Pre-Novice and Novice exhibitors must qualify as part of thecounty allocation.
   • b. Exhibitors receiving a red ribbon in both Fitting and Showmanship and Sub-Novice, Beginner-Novice, Pre-Novice or Novice are not eligible for State 4-H Fair competition.
   • c. Exhibitors receiving a white ribbon in either Fitting and Showmanship or Sub-Novice, Beginner-Novice, Pre-Novice or Novice are not eligible for State 4-H Fair competition.
   • d. Exhibitors receive blue ribbons in both Fitting and Showmanship and Obedience will be first to fill the county quota, followed in preference by: Blue in Fitting & Showmanship, Red in Obedience; and then a Red in Fitting and Showmanship, Blue in Obedience
   • e. Placing/Scores:
     • Blue Fitting & Showmanship                      85-100 points
     • Red Fitting & Showmanship                       70-84.5 points
     • Blue Obedience (SN, BN, PN, or N)         185-200 points
     • Red Obedience (SN, BN, PN or N)           170-184.5 points
8. 8. State Fair Qualification – Advanced Novice and Above:  Advanced Novice and above must qualify as a part of the county allocation.  Advanced Novice and above must qualify as follows:
   • a. Blue in Fitting and Showmanship and a minimum score of 100 points and passing a total of atleast one half of the number of exercises in the class in the Advanced Novice or above obedience class.
   • b. Red in Fitting and Showmanship and blue in Advanced Novice or above obedience class.
   • c. Exhibitors receiving a red ribbon in both Fitting and Showmanship and an Advanced Novice or above obedience class are not eligible for State 4-H Fair competition.
   • d. Exhibitors receiving a white ribbon in either Fitting and Showmanship or an Advanced Novice or above obedience class are not eligible for State 4-H Fair competition.
   • e. Placings/Scores:
     • Blue Fitting and Showmanship – 85-100 points
     • Red Fitting and Showmanship – 70-84.5 points
     • Blue Obedience (AN or above) – 170-200 points
     • Red Obedience (AN or above) – 100-169.5 points
9. State Fair Qualification – Exhibitors with two or more obedience dogs:
   • a.  Exhibitor must receive either a blue or red ribbon in fitting and showmanship.
   • b.  One of the exhibitor’s dogs must qualify for the State 4-H Fair in obedience (see rules 7 and 8).
   • c.  The dog that qualifies in obedience must be the same dog entered for State 4-H Fair competition.
   • d.  The dog must be entered in State 4-H Fair competition in the same class in which they qualify at the county level.
   • e.  If both of the exhibitor’s dogs qualify for State 4-H Fair competition, the exhibitor must choosevwhich dog(s) to enter.  Intermediate and senior members may enter two dogs in this show section if space is available in their county allocation.
10. State Fair Qualification – Brace and Team:
    • a.  Braces and Teams are considered a fun activity at the State 4-H Fair.  All participants will receive participation ribbons only.
    • b.  Exhibitors in Brace class must receive a blue ribbon in the brace class and the member must also have qualified to attend the State 4-H Fair either one of the dogs in individual classes.
    • c. Teams and braces will be judged on the day shown in regular classes.  Teams and braces will be judged following the conclusion of the obedience premium classes.  Due to the length of the daily show, the superintendent may choose to not conduct brace and/or team classes.
11. Baiting will be allowed in Fitting & Showing/ Showmanship Class 451. Improper baiting in that class will be penalized. At no time will an exhibitor be allowed to bait their dog in an Obedience Class. Bringing bait into the show ring during an Obedience Class may result in forfeiture of all awards.
12. For current guidelines on all 4-H dog classes (fit/show, obedience, and agility), please obtain information from your County Extension office.
13. All rules and expectations for other 4-H animal exhibitors will be applicable to this section. Please refer to Animal Exhibits Information for more detail.
14. 14.   Anyone working or sitting behind the rope barricades in the benching area will be dressed appropriately for herdsmanship. Adults/non-exhibitors do not perform herdsmanship duties, but if in the working area must make an appropriate appearance to prevent reduction in herdsmanship scores of the county herdsmanship team. Adults/non-exhibitors are discouraged from loitering within the working/exhibit area.
15. Exhibiting your 4-H animal at the State 4-H Fair implies you will uphold the “Animal Project Exhibitor Commitment to Quality Animal Care” statement in this book. It applies to exhibitors of all species of animals. Please read that document prior to completing your entry forms.
16. Proof of a current rabies vaccination by a licensed veterinarian will be required for vet check. See Veterinary Rules in this book for rabies vaccination certificate requirements. Dogs must be free of fleas to be shown
17. Barn rules and other information important to a successful experience at State 4-H Fair are available in the Obedience Dog Show Exhibitor Letter, Form 1.17m. The letter is available from the County Extension Office, or on the State 4-H Fair web page at https://extension.wsu.edu/4h/fairs/state-4-h-fair/
18. Aggressive/Unsocial Dogs: Dogs that exhibit aggressive, and/or unsocial, and/or problem behavior that cannot be controlled by their handler, are a serious safety issue.  Leaders and superintendents have the immediate authority to excuse or place restrictions on such dog’s participation in the State 4-H Fair.  Leaders and Superintendents will inform 4-H staff members of their decision, and the appropriate plan of action will follow.  It is up to each county to decide what that action would be.  Every effort should be made to see that the member is not excluded or excused.  Alternative suggestions may be made to the 4-H member.
19. Dog Exhibitor Dress Code: 4-H dog project participants, leaders and volunteers must dress tastefully and conservatively. All clothing must be clean and in good repair without holes or ragged hems. Clothing should be appropriate for the event. Utilize the event guide for the appropriate clothing (Showmanship guide, Agility guide etc.). Skirt lengths or shorts, even with leggings or tights, will be at the knee or slightly above the knee. Shoes must be closed toed, clean, appropriate and safe for the activity.Mesh or sheer clothing is not allowed. Undergarments should not be visible, including while standing or during activities/competition. Event coordinators may specify or vary the dress code to meet specific weather or activity/event criteria. This should be stated ahead of time with the event rules/guidelines. WSU 4-H Dog Project Youth Development Program does not permit any form of advertising of tobacco, electronic cigarettes or vapor products, marijuana, or spirit or beer products, including clothing, at any 4-H-related event involving youth. Clothing may not promote violence, bullying, gang affiliation or discrimination; may not include rude or offensive language or images; and should be selected to enhance a sense of belonging in the 4-H program.
20. If an exhibitor has qualified for state fair (with one or more dogs) in both Obedience and Agility, the exhibitor must designate on their entry form which class will be their premium class by adding the class to their Fair Entry.  The other class will be awarded ribbons only and registered in the ribbon only class in Fair Entry.
21. Companion Animals Prohibited: Animals and birds not intended for exhibition will be denied entry to the fairgrounds. Please leave your pet at home for its own protection, with the exception of properly identified Guide or Service dogs. They should be properly protected against infectious and communicable diseases as indicated for exhibit animals. However, if the presence of a Guide or Service dog would be disruptive, causing the display animal(s) to come agitated and or potentially aggressive, the Guide or Service Dog may be excluded or asked to leave the particular barn/location where those 4-H animals are being impacted (as defined as an exclusion to Guide or Service Dogs at a program provided to the public by the Department of Justice Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)). Service animal trainees under the control of a service animal trainer are also similarly permitted per RCW 49.60.215. Misrepresentation of an animal as a service animal or service animal trainee is a violation of state law (RCW 49.60.214).

Class 450 – Herdsmanship

• Lot 1 – Ribbon only

Class 451 – Fitting and Showmanship

Premium Points: Blue 75, Red 55, White 40

• Lot 1 – Junior
• Lot 2 – Intermediate
• Lot 3 – Senior

Daily champions and reserve champions will not be named.  Each exhibitor scoring 95 points or higher will be awarded a Dog Fit & Show Merit Award.  Up to three blue ribbon winners in each age division may be invited back to the Fit/Show finals event on Saturday, Sept 21^st.  In the finals event, rosettes will be awarded in each age group from Grand Champion through 8^th Place. No additional premium points will be awarded.  All tie scores will be broken by the judge.  Rosettes are sponsored by the State 4-H Fair Board.

Class 452 – Sub-Novice

Class 453 – Beginner-Novice

Class 454 – Pre-Novice

Class 455 – Novice

Class 456 – Advanced Novice

Class 457 – Advanced Novice

Class 458 – Pre-Open

Class 459 – Open

Class 460 – Graduate Open

Class 461 – Pre-Utility

Class 462 – Utility

Class 463 – Versatility

Class 464 – Veterans/Modified (7 years or older)

Premium Points: Blue 40, Red 30, White 22

• Lot 1 – Juniors
• Lot 2 – Intermediates
• Lot 3 – Seniors

Daily champions and reserve champions will not be named.  In Sub-Novice, Beginner-Novice, Pre-Novice, and Novice classes, each exhibitor scoring 190 or higher in obedience will be awarded a Dog Obedience Merit Award.  In the Advanced Novice and above obedience classes, each exhibitor scoring 185 or higher in obedience will be awarded a Dog Obedience Merit Award.  Up to three blue ribbon winners in each age group of each obedience level may be invited back to the Obedience finals event on Sun, Sept 22.  In the finals event, rosettes will be awarded in each age group for Grand Champion and Reserve Grand Champion.  No additional premium points will be awarded. All tie scores will be broken by the judge.  Rosette are sponsored by the State 4-H Fair Board.

Class 467 – Teams Participation Ribbons Only

• Lot 4 – Sub Novice
• Lot 5 – Novice
• Lot 6 – Advanced Novice

Class 468 – Braces – Participation Ribbons Only

• Lot 4 – Sub Novice
• Lot 5 – Novice
• Lot 6 – Advanced Novice

Dog Agility

Superintendent – Erin Gayton/Diane Linthicum/Sam Starkey. 

1. All participants will be a part of their county allocation.
2. Each qualified exhibitor is allowed to enter up to two dogs with superintendent permission in the agility section.
3. The dog used in the agility class must have been entered in an obedience class at the county qualifying show.
4. If the exhibitor earned a blue ribbon in fitting and showmanship at the county qualifying event, the dog will qualify for the State Agility Trial by earning a blue ribbon or a red ribbon at the county qualifying agility trial.
5. If the exhibitor earned a red ribbon in fitting and showmanship at the county qualifying event, the dog will qualify for the State Agility Trial by earning a blue ribbon at the county qualifying agility trial.
6. If an exhibitor has qualified for state fair (with one or more dogs) in both Obedience and Agility, the exhibitor must designate on their entry form which class will be their premium class by writing the word “premiums” after the class/lot description.  The other class will be awarded ribbons only.
7. If the exhibitor has qualified for state fair (with one or more dogs) in both Obedience and Agility, the exhibitor will participate in fitting and showmanship on their designated county day with their obedience dog.  If the exhibitor does not complete a fitting and showmanship class at all, all premiums will be forfeited.
8. If the exhibitor has qualified only for Agility, the exhibitor will exhibit in fitting and showmanship on the same day as the Agility Trial prior to the trial being run.
9. A dog who is entered in a Standard Agility class at state fair must have qualified in the same class at the county qualifying show.
10. A dog who is entered in a Jumpers Agility class at state fair must have qualified in that same class at the county qualifying show.
11. A dog may enter one Standard Agility class and one Jumpers Agility class at state fair.  Premiums will be paid on only one class and must be designated on the entry form.
12. Ribbons will be awarded for the following scores: Blue 85-100; Red 70-84; White 0-69.
13. Each agility class will be broken down into the 4-H age groups of Junior, Intermediate, and Senior.
14. All agility classes will be broken down as follows: 10” or under at the withers; 14” or under at the withers; 18” or under at the withers; 22” or under at the withers; and over 22” at the withers.
15. If a tie occurs in any agility class, there will be no more than one run-off to break the tie.
16. The jump height lot must be listed on the entry form or the dog will not run.
17. All agility will be run off leash.  Tabs are not allowed.
18. Refer to the agility rules on the website: https://extension.wsu.edu/4h/projects/stem/dog/dog-project-resources

Class 475 – Herdsmanship

• Lot 1 – Ribbon only

Class 476 – Fitting and Showmanship

Premium Points: Blue 75, Red 55, White 40

• Lot 1 – Junior
• Lot 2 – Intermediate
• Lot 3 – Senior

Class 480 – Standard Elementary

Class 481 – Standard Pre-Novice

Class 482 – Standard Novice

Class 483 – Standard Open

Class 484 – Standard Excellent

Class 485 – Jumpers Elementary

Class 486 – Jumpers Pre-Novice

Class 487 – Jumpers Novice

Class 488 – Jumpers Open

Class 489 – Jumpers Excellent

Points Allowed: Blue 40, Red 30, White 22

• Lot 7 – 14” or under at the withers (jump height 4”)
• Lot 8 – 18” or under at the withers (jump height 8”)
• Lot 9 – 22” or under at the withers (jump height 12”)
• Lot 10 – Over 22” at the withers (jump height 16”)
• Lot 11 – 22” and over at the withers, if approved by leader (jump height 20”)

One Champion and one Reserve Champion will be awarded in each age group of each lot of each class in classes 480-489.  No additional premium points will be awarded.

Service Puppies

All Service puppies will be shown on their county day as a 4-H in Action activity.  Service puppies will not be counted as a part of the county quota.

1. Properly enrolled 4-H youth service puppy handlers are eligible to exhibit their puppies-in-training at the State 4-H Fair in the Service Puppy Exhibition. This activity is designed to give 4-H enrolled service puppy handlers an opportunity to share the experiences of their project work with the public in a 4-H In Action type event.
2. Please refer to the schedule for participation dates and times.
3. Because this is a 4-H In Action event, 4-H youth who have qualified to exhibit other animals of any species at the State 4-H Fair are eligible to participate in the Service Puppy Exhibition.

Class 490 Service Puppy Exhibition

Participation ribbons and 50 premium points.

• Lot 1 – Junior
• Lot 2 – Intermediate
• Lot 3 – Senior

Dog Skill-A-Thon

Superintendent: Amber Hammond

Class 52 – Dog Skill-A-Thon

Premium Points: Blue 20, Red 15, White 10

• Lot 1 – Junior                                                               
• Lot 2 – Intermediate
• Lot 2 – Senior

1. This is a contest in which individuals compete. There will be no team entries.
2. There is no limit to the number of individuals that each county may enter in this contest.
3. Each participating county is requested to provide contest helpers as follows:
   • a. An adult to help score the contest,
   • b. An adult to serve as a station monitor or group leader.

Contest Phases:

1: Quiz Phase of the contest may include questions from the Washington State 4-H Dog Showmanship Questions Study Guide.

1. Juniors – 10 questions
2. Intermediates – 20 questions
3. Seniors – 30 questions

2: Stations Phase of the contest will consist of a series of stations or tables where contestants will respond to the requirements of the station.  Stations can be the same or different among age groups (i.e. Juniors can do some of the intermediate stations, etc.) but age level should be taken into consideration. 

1. Juniors – 3 stations
2. Intermediates – 6 stations
3. Seniors – 9 stations

Examples of stations which may be used include but are not limited to those listed in the WA State Dog Skill-a-thon Rules/Guidelines.

Rabbits & Cavies

Show Coordinator – Ashleigh Stouffer

Rabbit-Cavy Due/Release

All animals must be vet checked before housing. If your animal doesn’t pass vet check, you will need to take it home immediately. There are no facilities to hold rejected animals.

Your exhibit must be maintained until release time. You are encouraged to remove excess tack and equipment early on release day.  It is suggested that you carry your carrying crate out to the side of the street rather than driving onto the fairgrounds.  All animals are to be removed by 7:00 p.m. on release day.

• Fri, Sept 18: IN – Rabbits, Cavies, 6-9 am
• Mon, Sept 21: OUT – Rabbits, Cavies, 6-7 pm

1. 1. All exhibitors are responsible for feeding and cleaning cages of animals they have entered in the Fair each day.
2. Each exhibitor may enter a maximum of five rabbits or five cavies.
3. The American Rabbit Breeders Association publication, “Standards of Perfection” will be used as the official reference for evaluating rabbits/cavies.  Rabbits and Cavies are to exhibit an ARBA approved tattoo.
4. Animals entered in Classes 434 and 478 will be judged on care, condition, and health.
5. All exhibitors must enter fitting & showmanship with an animal also entered in type.
6. Exhibitors must have qualified their animal at a county qualifying meet.
7. Rabbits or cavies may be rejected because of insects or disease.
8. State 4-H Fair will not be responsible to house or care for rabbits or cavies brought in to the fair prior to 6 a.m. on check-in day, or for rabbits or cavies that are not accepted during the vet check.
9. All rabbits on exhibit must have a permanent ear number for identification purposes and this number must be recorded on the entry card.
10. All rabbits and cavies are to be shown by breed with the exception of Classes 522, 591, and 592. PLEASE SPECIFY VARIETY/ COLOR ON ENTRY FORM FOR BOTH RABBITS AND CAVIES.
11. No exhibit of doe/litter or milking doe will be allowed because of security and health concerns.
12. All rules and expectations for other 4-H animal exhibitors will be applicable to this section. Please refer to Animal Exhibits Information, for more detail. Request Exhibitor Letter 1.19m; important new information about animal care will be located there.
13. Exhibiting your 4-H animal at the State 4-H Fair implies you will uphold the “Animal Project Exhibitor Commitment to Quality Animal Care” statement in this book. It applies to exhibitors of all species of animals. Please read that document prior to completing your entry forms.

Rabbit/Cavy Show Schedule

• Fri, Sept 18
  • 10-11 am – Rabbit/Cavy clerk training
  • 1 pm – Rabbit & Cavy type judging
• Sat, Sept 19
  • 8-9 am – Rabbit/Cavy Exhibitor Meeting
  • 10 am -5 pm – Rabbit and Cavy Judging Contests
• Sun, Sept 20
  • 9 am – Cavy fit/show
  • 1 pm – Rabbit fit/show
• Mon, Sept 21
  • 6 PM – Rabbit/Cavy Release

Cavies

Show Coordinator Rachel Gatlin

Class 500 – Herdsmanship

• Lot 1 – Ribbon only

Class 501 – Fitting and Showmanship

Premium Points: Blue 75, Red 55, White 40

• Lot 1 – Junior
• Lot 2 – Intermediate
• Lot 3 – Senior

One Champion and one Reserve Champion will be selected for each Lot in Class 501 with no additional premium points awarded.

Class 511 – Abyssinian

Class 512 – Abyssinian Satin

Class 513 – American

Class 514 – American Satin

Class 515 – Peruvian

Class 516 – Silkie

Class 517 – Silkie Satin

Class 518 – Teddy

Class 519 – Teddy Satin

Class 520 – Texel

Class 521 – Others

Class 522 – Crossbred, Pet Quality or Neutered Cavies

Points Allowed: Blue 20, Red 15, White 11

• Lot 1 – Senior Boar
• Lot 2 – Intermediate Boar
• Lot 3 – Junior Boar
• Lot 4 – Senior Sow
• Lot 5 – Intermediate Sow
• Lot 6 – Junior Sow

Junior up to 4 months (12 to 22 oz)

Intermediate 4 to 6 months (22 to 32 oz)

Senior 6 months and over (over 32 oz)

Show classes are the same for sows and boars.

Rosettes will be awarded to animals in each Class 511-522, to designate Best of Breed & Best Opposite Sex provided quality of the animals merits the awards. No additional premium points are awarded.

One Grand Champion and one Reserve Grand Champion will be selected from the show to receive the designation “Best of Show” and “Runner-up Best in Show” provided quality of the animals merit the award. No additional premium points awarded.

Cavies exhibited in Class 522 are eligible for blue, red, and white placings only.

Rabbits

Class 550 – Herdsmanship

• Lot 1 – Ribbon only     

Class 551 – Fitting and Showmanship

Points Allowed: Blue 75, Red 55, White 40

• Lot 1 – Junior
• Lot 2 – Intermediate
• Lot 3 – Senior

One Champion and one Reserve Champion will be selected for each Lot in Class 551 with no additional premium points awarded.

Class 553 – Dwarf Hotot

Class 554 – Netherland Dwarf

Class 555 – Polish

Class 556 – Himalayan

Class 557 – Dutch

Class 558 – Florida White

Class 559 – Havana

Class 560 – Standard Chinchilla

Class 561 – Holland Lop

Class 562 – Tan

Class 563 – Mini Rex

Class 564 – English Spot

Class 565 – Thrianta

Class 566 – Mini Lop

Class 567 – Californian

Class 568 – Flemish Giant

Class 569 – Palomino

Class 570 – New Zealand

Class 571 – Rex

Class 572 – Satin

Class 573 – Silver Marten

Class 574 – Champagne D’Argent

Class 575 – Creme D’Argent

Class 576 – Harlequin

Class 577 – Cinnamon

Class 578 – Rhinelander

Class 579 – English Lop

Class 580 – French Lop

Class 581 – Checkered Giant

Class 582 – Giant Chinchilla

Class 583 – Silver Fox

Class 584 – Belgian Hare

Class 585 – American Fuzzy Lop

Class 586 – English Angora

Class 587 – French Angora

Class 588 – Jersey Woolly

Class 589 – Lion Head

Class 590 – Other Purebreeds

Class 591 – Crossbreeds, Pet Quality, or Neutered Rabbits – Under 5 lbs

Class 592 – Crossbreeds, Pet Quality, or Neutered Rabbits – Over 5 lbs

• Lot 1 – Senior Buck
• Lot 2 – Intermediate Buck
• Lot 3 – Junior Buck
• Lot 4 – Senior Doe
• Lot 5 – Intermediate Doe
• Lot 6 – Junior Doe

Heavy Breeds (over 9 pounds):

• Senior – 8 months of age or older
• Intermediate – 6 months & under 8 months of age
• Junior – under 6 months of age

Light Breeds:

• Senior – 6 months of age and older
• Junior – Under 6 months of age

Rosettes will be awarded to animals in each Class 553-590 to designate Best of Breed & Best Opposite Sex provided quality of animals merits the awards. No additional premium points are awarded.

One Grand Champion and one Reserve Grand Champion will be selected from Classes 553-590 to receive the designation, “Best in Show” and “Runner-up Best in Show”, provided quality of the animals merit the award. No additional premium points are awarded.

Rabbits exhibited in Classes 591 and 592 are eligible for blue, red, and white placings only.

Class 595 – Fryers

Points Allowed: Blue 20, Red 15, White 11

• LOT 1   Pen of Three

Age limit not over 10 weeks and weight limit not over 5 pounds. Each rabbit will be judged on meat type (40 points), condition of flesh (25 points), uniformity of body and weight (20 points), and fur (15 points). A comparable pen may be exhibited if exhibitor had a pen at county fair.

Class 301 – Rabbit Pelts

Points Allowed: Blue 10, Red 8, White 6

• LOT 1

Limited to one entry per exhibitor per class.  (Enter on a GREEN ENTRY FORM)

Sheep

Superintendent – Christy Mastin

Sheep Show Schedule

Sunday, September 20 – 2 p.m. – Livestock Arena West

Fit/Show, followed by Type Classes

1. For fit/show attire, please refer to the general small animal and livestock rules.  Request Exhibitor Letter 1.20m.
2. Read Veterinary Rules in this book. Very important information is located there concerning (1) requirements for registering all sheep and goats in the USDA National Scrapie Eradication program and (2) appropriate tail docking practices and time line for implementation.
3. All sheep may stay blanketed until all of their classes are completed on that day.
4. Class list may not be shown order.
5. All wool and down wethers will be presented in full fleece. They will be judged on fleece characteristics. All breeds in each lot will be shown together.
6. Please refer to WSU 4-H State Policy and Procedure Publication section 8.7 for regulations on horned sheep.  Animals will not be exchanged in fit/show classes if there are horned animals in the class.
7. Juniors may exhibit three animals in this section/department, while intermediates and seniors may exhibit four animals.
8. All rules and expectations for other 4-H animal exhibitors will be applicable to this section. Please refer to Animal Exhibits Information for more detail.
9. Exhibiting your 4-H animal at the State 4-H Fair implies you will uphold the “Animal Project Exhibitor Commitment to Quality Animal Care” statement in this book. It applies to exhibitors of all species of animals. Please read that document prior to completing your entry forms.
10. Lads and Ladies Lead will be held on Friday, September 15 at 7 p.m. in the Sheep Barn Arena.  Participants will be required to complete an entry form at the time of the contest to be eligible for 4-H in Action premium points. The superintendent will have a sign-up sheet in her office during the fair.

Class 600 – Herdsmanship

• LOT 1 – Ribbon only

Class 601 – Fitting and Showmanship

Points Allowed: Blue 75, Red 55, White 40

• Lot 1 – Junior
• Lot 2 – Intermediate
• Lot 3 – Senior

Champion and Reserve Champion rosettes will be awarded in each Lot in Class 601 with no additional premium points awarded.

Sheep Type Classes

Class 602 – Border Cheviot

Class 603 – Border Leicester

Class 604 – Targhee

Class 605 – Corriedale

Class 606 – Dorset

Class 607 – Hampshire

Class 608 – Lincoln

Class 609 – Montadale

Class 610 – Natural Colored

Class 611 – Natural Colored Lincoln

Class 612 – Natural Colored Romney

Class 613 – Dorset Advantage

Class 614 – Oxford

Class 615 – Romney

Class 616 – Shropshire

Class 617 – Southdown

Class 618 – Suffolk

Class 619 – Wether Sire/Dam – No Breed Distinction

Class 620 – All Other Breeds – Wool or Down (Will be shown by breed)

Class 621 – Crossbreeds – Ewes only

Premium Points: Blue 55, Red 40, White 30

• Lot 2 – Ram Lamb-under 1 year old
• Lot 3 – Aged Ewe – in production – over 2 years old
• Lot 4 – Yearling Ewe – 1 year old and under 2 years old
• Lot 5 – Ewe Lamb – under 1 year old
• Lot 6 – Best Pair – Best two animals of same breed or class bred by exhibitor.  Ribbons only.
• Lot 7 – Small Flock – Any four sheep of the same breed owned by exhibitor and exhibited in individual classes.  Ribbons only.

One Champion and one Reserve Champion ram and one Champion and one Reserve Champion ewe will be selected in each breed, provided quality of animals merit the designation. One Supreme Champion and one Reserve Supreme Champion ram will be selected from all rams designated Champion in Class 602-621. One

Supreme Champion and one Reserve Supreme Champion ewe will be selected from all ewes designated Champion in Class 602-621. Additional premium points will not be assigned.

Class 622 – All Breeds – Wethers

Premium Points: Blue 55, Red 40, White 30

• Lot 1 – Wool breeds, in full fleece
• Lot 2 – Down breeds, in full fleece

One Champion and one Reserve Champion will be selected in each Lot in Class 622. Additional premium points will not be awarded.

Class 623 – Market/Feeder Lambs

Premium Points: Blue 55, Red 40, White 30

• Lot 1 – Feeder Lambs – judge to make lot determination
• Lot 2 – Market Lambs – judge to make lot determination

Desirable Prime or Choice to receive a blue placing. One Champion and one Reserve Champion will be selected in Class 623 with no additional premium points awarded, provided the quality of the animals merits the awards.

Wool Show

Superintendent – Peggy Gresham, Christy Mastin

1. Two qualifying fleeces per exhibitor may be entered in any Class 310 – 312.
2. Fleeces must be from the exhibitor’s project animals, must be from the current year and not represent more than one year’s growth.
3. Fleeces must be free of vegetable matter, contamination, and parasite infestation.
4. Fleeces may not be washed or enhanced.
5. Fleeces may be entered pre-fair (Aug 26-27) in the 4-H Exhibit Building or on Livestock Entry Day (Sept 12, 10 am – 1 pm) in the Llama Display Area of Barn M.  Fleeces entered pre-fair will not be displayed or judged until Sept 15.  Exhibits will be displayed in the appropriate animal barn.

Class 310 – White Wool – Meat Type

Class 311 – White Wool – Wool Type

Class 312 – Natural Colored Wool

Premium Points: Blue 40, Red 30, White 22

• Lot 1 – Fine
• Lot 2 – Medium
• Lot 3 – Coarse
• Lot 4 – Braid

Swine

Superintendent – Tom Muchoney

Swine Show Schedule

Sunday, September 20 – 9 a.m. – Livestock Barn Swine Arena

Fit/Show, followed by Type Classes

1. For fit/show attire, please refer to the general small animal and livestock rules.
2. The Washington State 4-H Fair will require all swine to have a swine ID, in accordance with Washington State Department of Ag.
3. Animals exhibited in Lot 5 of Classes 641 -645 (lactating sows) may not be used in Class 631 – Fitting & Showmanship, for safety and animal well-being.
4. Juniors and intermediates may exhibit three animals in this class, while seniors may exhibit four animals.
5. All rules and expectations for other 4-H animal exhibitors will be applicable to this section.
6. Exhibiting your 4-H animal at the State 4-H Fair implies you will uphold the “Animal Project Exhibitor Commitment to Quality Animal Care” statement in this book. It applies to exhibitors of all species of animals. Please read that document prior to completing your entry forms.
7. All 4-H Swine will be penned in Barn H in 2024.

Class 630 – Herdsmanship

• Lot 1 – Ribbon Only

Class 631 – Fitting and Showmanship

Premium Points: Blue 75, Red 55, White 40

• Lot 1 – Juniors
• Lot 2 – Intermediates
• Lot 3 – Senior

Champion and Reserve Champion rosettes will be awarded in each Lot in Class 631 with no additional premium points awarded.

Class 641 – Hampshire

Class 642 – Yorkshire

Class 643 – Duroc

Class 642 – Yorkshire

Class 644 – Crossbreeds

Class 645 – Other Breeds

Note: All animals will be shown by breed.

No cross entry of same animal between breeding classes (641-646) and market class (646).

Premium Points: Blue 55, Red 40, White 30

• Lot 1 – Gilt – born in March, current year
• Lot 2 – Gilt – born in February, current year
• Lot 3 – Gilt – born in January, current year
• Lot 4 – Gilt – born in December, previous year
• Lot 5 – Gilt – born August 1 to November 30, previous year

One Champion and one Reserve Champion will be selected from Lots 1 – 4 in each breed. One Supreme Champion and one Reserve Supreme Champion will be selected from all gilts/sows designated Champion in Lots 1-4 of Classes 627-631. Awards will be made if quality of animals merits the award. Additional premium points will not be assigned.

Class 646 – Market Swine (225 – 295 lbs)

Class 647 – Feeder Swine (under 225 lbs)

Premium Points: Blue 55, Red 40, White 30

• Lot 1 – Heavy                               
• Lot 2 – Medium                   
• Lot 3 – Light

Lots for weight divisions to be determined by show management at weight in.

One Champion and one Reserve Champion will be selected for each Class 646 and 647 with no additional premium points awarded, providing the quality of the animals merits the award.

Beef

Superintendent – Anthony Fay

BEEF SHOW SCHEDULE

Saturday, September 19 – 3:00 p.m. – Livestock Arena East

Fit/Show, followed by Type Classes

1. All stalled animals must be double tied. Animals will be led with a control halter or show halter while on the fairgrounds.
2. For fit/show attire, please refer to the general small animal and livestock rules.
3. Use of tail ties is the exhibitor’s option. Good care of your animal suggests that tail ties should be used carefully and removed promptly.
4. Horn protectors, sufficient in size and structure, must be used for breeds that are shown with horns as a part of the breed’s characteristics.
5. County beef groups will be responsible to limit clipping chutes to one per three head of cattle. Fair management will designate size and location of grooming areas.
6. Juniors may exhibit two animals in this class, while intermediates may exhibit three animals, and seniors may exhibit four animals.  For exhibit numbers and allocations, a cow/calf pair being shown as a pair and not in individual classes will count as one animal.
7. All rules and expectations for other 4-H animal exhibitors will be applicable to this section. Please refer to Animal Exhibits Information for more detail. Request Exhibitor Letter 1.20m
8. Exhibiting your 4-H animal at the State 4-H Fair implies you will uphold the “Animal Project Exhibitor Commitment to Quality Animal Care” statement in this book. It applies to exhibitors of all species of animals. Please read that document prior to completing your entry forms.

Class 650 – Herdsmanship

• Lot 1 – Ribbon only

Class 651 – Fitting and Showmanship

Premium Points: Blue 75, Red 55, White 40

Lot 1 – Juniors

Lot 2 – Intermediates

Lot 3 – Seniors

Champion and Reserve Champion rosettes will be awarded in each Lot in Class 601 with no additional premium points awarded.

Class 661 – Angus

Class 662 – Polled Hereford

Class 663 – Simmental

Class 664 – Limousin

Class 665 – All Other Breeds (Will be shown by breed)

Class 666 – Cross Breeds

Class 667 – Beef/Dairy Cross

Premium Points: Blue 75, Red 55, White 40

• Lot 1 – Junior Heifer Calf-calved after Jan 1, 2025
• Lot 2 – Winter Heifer Calf-calved between Nov. 1 and Dec. 31, 2024
• Lot 3 – Senior Heifer Calf-calved between Sept. 1 and Oct. 31, 2024
• Lot 4 – Late Summer Yearling Heifer-calved between July 1 and Aug. 31, 2024
• Lot 5 – Early Summer Yearling Heifer-calved between May 1 and June 30, 2024
• Lot 6 – Late Jr. Yearling Heifer-calved between Mar.1 and Apr. 30, 2024
• Lot 7 – Early Jr. Yearling Heifer-calved between Jan.1 and Feb. 28, 2024
• Lot 8 – Senior Yearling Heifer-calved between Sept.1 and Dec.31, 2023
• Lot 9 – Cow/Calf – These animals may be shown in other classes or lots, if the animal has qualified in those lots at the county level qualifying show. Calves may not exceed 6 months of age at the time of the show.

One Champion and one Reserve Champion will be selected from Lots 1- 8 and from Lot 9 in each breed with no additional premium points awarded, provided the quality of the animals merits the award. One Grand Champion Heifer will be selected from the Champion animals chosen from Lot 1-8, and one Grand Champion Cow/Calf will be selected from the Champion pairs chosen from Lot 9.

Class 668 – All Breeds (Judged together)

Premium Points: Blue 75, Red 55, White 40

• Lot 1 – Heifers over 2 years – certified with calf or have calved between County and State Fair. Cow may be subject to Fair Vet exam.
• Lot 2 – Mature Cow (Must have calved)
• Lot 3 – Veal (4 months and under)
• Lot 4 – Light Feeder Steers (under 550 pounds)
• Lot 5 – Medium Feeder Steers (551-900 lbs.)
• Lot 6 – Heavy Feeder Steers (901 lbs. and over)
• Lot 7 – Market Steers (finished for slaughter – choice or good)

One Champion and one Reserve Champion will be selected from Lot 1, from Lot 2, from Lots 3-6 and from Lot 7, with no additional premium points awarded, provided the quality of the animals merits the award.

Dairy

Superintendent – Julie Mowbray

Dairy Show Schedule

Sunday, September 20: 10:00 am – Livestock Arena East

Fit/Show, followed by Type Classes

Eligibility to participate

1. A local county extension agent must approve all entries. The county agent should sign the 4-H dairy certificate prior to use of the animal as a show exhibit. Without this signature, the State 4-H Fair Dairy Superintendent will investigate the exhibitor’s ownership and right to exhibit. The 4-H Dairy Certificate must be available at the time of vet check.
2. Each exhibitor will be required to make positive identification of project animals.The dairy certificate will also establish that the animal has been the responsibility of the exhibitor for the current 4-H year. If identification cannot be verified with the certificate, the exhibit may be eliminated from the show, and premium money may be forfeited – at the discretion of the superintendent in consultation with the livestock assistant manager.
3. No dairy cattle with horns will be permitted to exhibit except those in the Junior Heifer Calf Class. Horns, as defined for all other age classes, shall include “scurs”, “nubbins” or “stubs” which extend beyond the skin.
4. All stalled animals must be double tied, and led with a tie rope or show halter lead strap while on the fairgrounds.
5. All Dairy exhibitors must abide by the Milking Parlor rules.
6. Juniors may exhibit two animals in this class, while intermediates may exhibit three animals, and seniors may exhibit four animals.
7. All rules and expectations for other 4-H animal exhibitors will be applicable to this section. Please refer to Animal Exhibits Information for more detail. Request Exhibitor Letter 1.20m.
8. Exhibiting your 4-H animal at the State 4-H Fair implies you will uphold the “Animal Project Exhibitor Commitment to Quality Animal Care” statement in this book. It applies to exhibitors of all species of animals. Please read that document prior to completing your entry forms.

Milking Parlor Procedures

Milking facilities at the Fair are Grade A and State inspected. Milk will be checked for antibiotics at the Fair and at the processing plant. A violation of the P.M.O. (pasteurized milk ordinance) will result in forfeiture of all premiums. Any exhibitor causing such violation will be prohibited from future exhibition at the Fair. The parlor is maintained during the Fair to provide a safe, convenient and orderly solution to the milking requirements and to afford the visitor an opportunity to see how milk is produced. Every effort is being made to present the dairy business at its best. In a variety of ways we are telling the dairy industry story. Please assist us in this endeavor by your full cooperation with milking schedules and by presenting your animals in such a manner as to produce the best possible public appearance.

• Please note: Because of the high costs for hauling combined with the low price paid for the milk picked up at the Fair, you will not be compensated individually for your milk. Instead, what money is received for the milk will be divided between the three youth programs: 4-H, FFA and Junior Poultry.
• Washington State Fair will furnish dairy feed. Please use it fairly without waste. It is your responsibility to sanitize your utensils before use. Facilities for this process are provided.

Class 670 – Herdsmanship

• Lot 1 – Ribbon only

Class 671 – Fitting & Showmanship

Premium Points: Blue 75, Red 55, White 40

For fit/show attire, please refer to the general small animal and livestock rules.

• Lot 1 – Juniors
• Lot 2 – Intermediates
• Lot 3 – Seniors

Champion and Reserve Champion rosettes will be awarded in each Lot in Class 671, with no additional premium points awarded.

Class 681 – Milking Shorthorn

Class 682 – Jersey

Class 683 – Brown Swiss

Class 684 – Holstein

Class 685 – Ayrshire

Class 686 – Guernsey

Class 689 – Other Breeds (May be shown by breed)

Premium Points: Blue 75, Red 55, White 40

• Lot 1 – Junior Heifer Calf born after Mar. 1, 2025, and over 4 months of age.
• Lot 2 – Intermediate Heifer Calf born Dec. 1, 2024, through Feb. 28, 2025.
• Lot 3 – Senior Heifer Calf born Sept. 1 through Nov. 30, 2024.
• Lot 4 – Summer Yearling Heifer born June 1 through Aug. 31, 2024.
• Lot 5 – Junior Yearling Heifer born March 1 through May 31, 2024
• Lot 6 – Winter Yearling Heifer born Dec. 1, 2022, through Feb. 28, 2024.
• Lot 7 – Senior Yearling Heifer (not in milk) born Sept. 1, 2023, through Nov. 30, 2023.
• NOTE: Senior yearling heifers that have freshened will show in Lot 8.
• Lot 8 – Cows, 2 years and under 3, born Sept. 1, 2022, through Aug. 31, 2023.
• Lot 9 – Cows, 3 years and under 4, born Sept. 1, 2021, through Aug. 31, 2022.
• Lot 10 – Cows, 4 years and under 5, born Sept. 1, 2020, through Aug. 31, 2021.
• Lot 11 – Cows, 5 years and over, born before Sept. 1, 2021.

One Junior Champion and one Junior Reserve Champion will be selected from the combined top animals in Lots 1-7 for each breed. One Senior Champion and one Senior Reserve Champion will be selected from the combined top animals in Lots 8-11 for each breed. No additional premium points will be awarded.

One Grand Champion and one Reserve Grand Champion of each breed will be selected from the designated Junior and Senior Champions and Reserve Champions, with no additional premium points awarded, provided the quality of the animals merits the awards.

Class 690 – County Herd

• Lot 1 – Ribbon only

A county herd will consist of five animals of one breed. At least three exhibitors must be represented. The animals may be any age. All animals of the county herd must be exhibited in the individual classes. A county may not enter more than one county herd in each breed.

Llamas

Superintendent – Heidi White

Llama Show Schedule

• Fit/Show Class: Saturday, September 19 – 1 p.m. – Large Arena West
• Trail Obstacle Class: Sunday, September 20 – 9 a.m. – Livestock Arena East
• PR Obstacle Class: Monday, September 21 – 2 p.m. – Livestock Arena East
• Handler Class – held in stalls throughout the fair

1. One llama/alpaca used by the exhibitor must be the animal with which the exhibitor qualified in both Fitting and Showing/ Showmanship and performance classes at county. Due to space restriction, safety concerns, and animal well-being issues, only intact males over 6 months and under 24 months of age, females over 6 months, and gelded males may be shown at the State 4-H Fair.
2. All rules and expectations for other 4-H animal exhibitors will be applicable to this section. Please refer to Animal Exhibits Information for more detail. Request Exhibitor Letter 1.21m.
3. Only approved, appropriate llama/alpaca tack will be allowed. A halter must remain on animals at all times, in case of emergency. A list of required tack and clothing is available in the exhibitor letter 1.21m from the county Extension office or on the State 4-H Fair website.
4. Only 4-H logos and county 4-H identification will be displayed – advertising for farms or breeders is not permitted on show tack, clothing or educational material. Ribbons or other awards received in other shows will not be exhibited.
5. Exhibitors are responsible to provide their own herdsmanship and animal care equipment and supplies. The Washington State Fair will provide hay for llamas and alpacas – exhibitors will need to bring their own supply if feeding other supplements.
6. Exhibitors must enter Fitting and Showing/ Showmanship and one performance class for premium points. Participation in other performance classes will be for ribbons only. Exhibitors are required to enter Fitting and Showing/Showmanship and Trail Obstacle classes, even if Trail Obstacle Class is chosen as a ribbon only class.
7. In all classes, show-ring lots will be organized by exhibitor’s 4-H age group.
8. Clean, safe, and appropriate attire should be worn by exhibitors while in the barn. Sandals are not appropriate footwear at any time when handling animals.
9. Juniors may exhibit one animal in this class, while intermediates and seniors may exhibit two animals.
10. Exhibiting your 4-H animal at the State 4-H Fair implies you will uphold the “Animal Project Exhibitor Commitment to Quality Animal Care” statement in this book. It applies to exhibitors of all species of animals. Please read that document prior to completing your entry forms.

Class 700 – Herdsmanship

• Lot 1 – Ribbon only

Class 701 – Fitting and Showmanship

Premium Points: Blue 75, Red 55, White 40

• Lot 1 – Juniors
• Lot 2 – Intermediates
• Lot 3 – Seniors

Champion and Reserve Champion rosettes will be awarded in each lot, with no additional premium points awarded.

Class 705 – Trail Obstacles (without pack)

Class 706 – Public Relations Obstacles (without pack)

Class 707 – Handler

Premium Points: Blue 75, Red 55, White 40

• Lot 11 – Junior Premium
• Lot 12 – Intermediate Premium
• Lot 13 – Senior Premium
• Lot 21 – Junior Ribbons only
• Lot 22 – Intermediate Ribbons only
• Lot 23 – Senior Ribbons only

One Champion and 1 Reserve Champion will be selected in each 4-H age group in each of classes 705-707, with no additional premium points awarded.

Fleece/Fiber Show

Superintendents – Peggy Gresham

1. Two qualifying fleeces per exhibitor may be entered in any Class 313 – 318.
2. Fleeces must be from the exhibitor’s project animals, must be from the current year and not represent more than one year’s growth.
3. Fleeces must be free of vegetable matter, contamination, and parasite infestation.
4. Fleeces may not be washed or enhanced.
5. Items may be entered pre-fair (Aug 28-29) in the 4-H Exhibit Building or on Livestock Entry Day (Sept 18, 10 am – 1 pm) in the Llama Barn.  Fleeces entered pre-fair will not be displayed or judged until Sept 18.  Exhibits will be displayed in the appropriate animal barn.

Fleece

Class 313 – Mohair (Angora Coat)

Class 314 – Cashmere Goat

Premium Points: Blue 40, Red 30, White 22

• LOT 1 Goat Fiber

Class 315 – Shorn Llama

Premium Points: Blue 40, Red 30, White 22

Age Division on Date of Shearing. Fiber Divisions:  Double coat (2 discernable fiber types and textures)  Single coat (indiscernible fiber types and textures)  Suri coat (no crimp, distinct locks, slick handle, high luster)

• Lot 1 – Double coat, 24 months and under
• Lot 2 – Double coat, 25 months and over
• Lot 3 – Single coat, 24 months and under
• Lot 4 – Single coat, 25 months and over
• Lot 5 – Suri coat, 24 months and under
• Lot 6 – Suri coat, 25 months and over

Class 316 – Shorn Huacaya Alpaca

Premium Points: Blue 40, Red 30, White 22

Age Division on Date of Shearing

• Lot 1 – (A) 6 through 12 months
• Lot 2 – (B) 1^st birthday through 24 months
• Lot 3 – (C) 2^nd birthday through 36 months
• Lot 4 – (D) 3^rd birthday through 60 months
• Lot 5 – (E) 5^th birthday and older

Class 317 – Shorn Suri Alpaca

Premium Points: Blue 40, Red 30, White 22

Age Division on Date of Shearing

• Lot 1 – (A) 6 through 12 months
• Lot 2 – (B) 1^st birthday through 24 months
• Lot 3 – (C) 2^nd birthday through 36 months
• Lot 4 – (D) 3^rd birthday through 60 months
• Lot 5 – (E) 5^th birthday and older

Class 318 – Angora (Rabbit)

Points Allowed: Blue 40, Red 30, White 22

• Lot 1 – Angora Rabbit Fiber (minimum 1 oz.)

One Champion and One Reserve Champion will be chosen from each class.   No additional premium points awarded.

Fiber Exhibits

Exhibitors in classes 319-321 are eligible for Special Merit rosettes as warranted.  No additional premium points will be awarded.

Class 319 – Carded Fiber

Premium points –Blue 10, Red 8, White 6

All entries must be carded by the exhibitor.  Include a 3×5” card stating content of fiber and clean uncarded fibers of source(s).  One entry per exhibitor per lot.

• Lot 1 – Hand Carded Fiber – submit 3 rolags
• Lot 2 – Drum Carded Fiber – submit 1 batt
• Lot 3 – Hard Carded Blended Fibers – submit 3 rolags and sample of each of the fibers used
• Lot 4 – Drum Carded Blended Fibers – submit 1 batt and same of each of the other fibers
• Lot 5 – Kool Aid dyed Fibers – submit 1 batt or 3 rolags
• Lot 6 – Chemically Dyed Fibers – submit 1 batt or 3 rolags
• Lot 7 – Naturally Dyed Fibers – submit 1 batt or 3 rolags

Class 320 – Handspun Yarn

Premium Points: Blue 20, Red 15, White 11

All entries must be handspun by the exhibitor and presented in 1 ounce or heavier skeins.  It is not necessary that the yarn be made from fiber from the exhibitor’s own project animals.  Include a 3×5 card stating intended use, type of yarn, (spindle, worsted, ply, etc.), content, and if fiber was prepared/dyed by other than the exhibitor. All skeins must be tied, not twisted.  One entry per exhibitor per lot.

• Lot 1 – Sheep
• Lot 2 – Goat
• Lot 3 – Alpaca
• Lot 4 – Llama
• Lot 5 – Rabbit
• Lot 6 – Natural Fiber
• Lot 7 – Blended Fibers

Class 321 – Completed Fiber Items

All items must be at least 50% carded, hand spun or hand felted, and finished by the exhibitor.  Item must be crocheted, knitted, hand-woven, or hand felted by the exhibitor.  Include a 3×5 card stating the type of yarn, content, and care instructions.  One entry per exhibitor per lot.

Points Allowed: Blue 30, Red 23, White 17

• Lot 1 – Garment or Larger
• Lot 2 – Small crocheted or knitted item

Points Allowed: Blue 20, Red 15, White 11

• Lot 3 – Any hand-woven or felted item
• Lot 4 – Any fiber craft not eligible for lots 1, 2, or 3.

Class 322 – Fiber Skill Activities

CLASS 322 – FIBER SKILL ACTIVITIES

This is a non-judged activity or display.

Premium Points: 20 (Participation Ribbon)

Skill or display must demonstrate use of fiber. Demonstration time must total one hour.  Activity will take place in the Sheep/Llama Barn during the period of Sept 16-19.  One entry per exhibitor per lot.

• Lot 1- Skill Demonstration. 
• Lot 2- Poster Display
• Lot 3- Table Display

Dairy Goats

Superintendent – Amber Soushek and Alta Mahan

Dairy Goat Show Schedule

Sunday, September 20 – 9 a.m. – Livestock Arena – West

Fit/Show, followed by Type Classes

1. ADGA Dairy Goat Showmanship Score Card (C0544) will be the guide for Fitting and Showmanship.  For fit/show attire, please refer to the general small animal and livestock rules.
2. Read Veterinary Rules in this book. Very important information is located there concerning requirements for registering all sheep and goats in the USDA National Scrappie Eradication program.
3. All does in milk must be milked completely after 6pm of the night before the does are to be exhibited for Type. The superintendent of the Goat Show has sole authority and responsibility to certify that each animal has been milked.
4. All goats must be available for use in the State 4-H Goat Judging Contest.
5. No wethers will be exhibited. All goats in type and fit/show classes must be polled or dehorned.
6. Juniors and intermediates may exhibit three animals in this class, while seniors may exhibit four animals.
7. All rules and expectations for other 4-H animal exhibitors will be applicable to this section. Please refer to Animal Exhibits Information for more detail. Request Exhibitor Letter 1.20m.
8. Exhibiting your 4-H animal at the State 4-H Fair implies you will uphold the “Animal Project Exhibitor Commitment to Quality Animal Care” statement in this book. It applies to exhibitors of all species of animals. Please read that document prior to completing your entry forms.
9. Because of stall and space limitations, counties should closely monitor pen allocation.  All types of goats from a county may be mixed together for stalling assignments.  All animals, tack, feed, etc. must be stored within the number of assigned pens.
10. Dairy goats may not cross enter into either meat or pack/utility goat classes.
11. All entries in Class 809 – Crossbreeds are to be crosses of dairy goat breeds only.  Meat crossbreeds will show in Class 870 – Meat Goat Crossbreeds.

Class 800 – Herdsmanship

• Lot 1 – Ribbon only

Class 801 – Fitting and Showmanship

Premium Points: Blue 75, Red 55, White 40

• Lot 1 – Juniors
• Lot 2 – Intermediates
• Lot 3 – Seniors

Champion and Reserve Champion rosettes will be awarded in each Lot in Class 801, with no additional premium points awarded.

Class 802 – Alpine

Class 803 – Lamancha

Classes 804 – Nubian

Class 805 – Nigerian Dwarf

Class 806 – Oberhasli

Class 807 – Toggenburg

Class 808 – All Other Purebreds

Class 809 – Crossbreeds

Premium Points: Blue 55, Red 40, White 30

• Lot 1 – Kids born in April, May and June, 2025
• Lot 2 – Kids born in Jan, Feb and March, 2025
• Lot 3 – Does under 2 years of age never in milk
• Lot 4 – Does 1 year and under 2 in milk
• Lot 5 – Does 2 years and under 3 in milk
• Lot 6 – Does 3 years and under 5 in milk
• Lot 7 – Does 5 years and over in milk

One Junior Champion and one Junior Reserve Champion will be selected from animals in Lots 1 – 3 for each breed. One Senior Champion and one Senior Reserve Champion will be selected from animals in Lots 4 – 7 for each breed. No additional premium points will be awarded.

One Best Junior Doe in Show and one Best Senior Doe in Show will be selected from the champions.  No additional premium points will be awarded.

Class 810 – County Herd – Ribbons only

• Lot 1 – County Herd

A county herd will consist of five animals of one breed. At least three exhibitors must be represented. The animals may be any age. All animals of the county herd must be exhibited in the individual classes. A county may not enter more than one county herd in each breed.

Novelty Goat

Superintendent – Amber Soushek and Alta Mahan

Pygmy Goat Show Schedule

• Monday, September 21: – 10:00 a.m. – Livestock Barn Swine Arena
• Fit/Show, followed by Type Classes

Fleece Goat Show Schedule

• Sunday, September 20: 6:00 p.m. – Livestock Arena West
• Fit/Show, followed by Type Classes

Meat Goat Show Schedule

• Monday, September 21 – 9:00 a.m. – Livestock Arena West
• Fit/Show, followed by Type Classes

Pack Goat Show Schedule

• Saturday, September 19 – 7:00 a.m. – Livestock Arena East
• Fit/Show, followed by Type Classes

1.     NPGA Showmanship Score Card will be the guide for fitting and showing pygmy goats.  For fit/show attire for all types of goats, please refer to the general small animal and livestock rules.

2.     Read Veterinary Rules in this book. Very important information is located there concerning requirements for registering all sheep and goats in the USDA National Scrapie Eradication Program.

3.     All goats in market and fit/show classes must be polled or dehorned.

4.     May be shown with nylon or leather collar, or neck chain. Chock Collars are not allowed.

5.     Goats may not be cross entered into different type of goat classes.  Each goat is entered in one fit/show class and a “type” class within the same type goat.  The goat must be entered into the same class as it qualified in at the county level.

6.     The fleece goat section will include Pygora and Nigora goats and Cashmere/Angora goats.

7.     All rules and expectations for other 4-H animal exhibitors will be applicable to this section. Please refer to Animal Exhibits Information for more detail. Request Exhibitor Letter 1.20m.

8.     Exhibiting your 4-H animal at the State 4-H Fair implies you will uphold the “Animal Project Exhibitor Commitment to Quality Animal Care” statement in this book. It applies to exhibitors of all species of animals. Please read that document prior to completing your entry forms.

9.     Because of stall and space limitations, counties should closely monitor pen allocation.  All types of goats from a county may be mixed together for stalling assignments.  All animals, tack, feed, etc. must be stored within the number of assigned pens.

Pygmy Goats

Class 825 – Herdsmanship

• Lot 1 – Ribbon only

Class 826 – Fitting and Showmanship

Premium Points: Blue 75, Red 55, White 40

• Lot 1 – Juniors
• Lot 2 – Intermediates
• Lot 3 – Seniors

Champion and Reserve Champion rosettes will be awarded in each Lot in Class 826 with no additional premium points awarded.

Class 831 – Pygmy Goats

Premium Points: Blue 55, Red 40, White 30

• Lot 1 – Wether over 2 mo. and under 1 year of age
• Lot 2 – Wether 1-3 years of age
• Lot 3 – Wether 4 years of age and over
• Lot 4 – Does 2-6 months of age – never freshened
• Lot 5 – Does 6-12 months of age – never freshened
• Lot 6 – Does 12-24 months of age – never freshened
• Lot 7 – Does over 24 mo. of age – never freshened
• Lot 8 – Does over 2 mo. and under 24 mo. of age – first freshening
• Lot 9 – Does 2-4 years of age – ever freshened
• Lot 10 – Does 4 years and older – ever freshened

One Champion and one Reserve Champion will be selected from Lots 1-3.  One Junior Champion and one Reserve Junior Champion will be selected from Lots 4-7.  One Senior Champion and one Reserve Senior Champion will be selected from Lots 8-10.  Rosettes will be awarded provided the quality of the animal merits the award.  No additional premium points will be awarded.

Class 832 – Dam/Daughter

• Lot 1 – Ribbon only

Both animals must be shown in lots of class 831.

Class 835 – County Herd – Ribbons Only

• Lot 1 – County Herd

A county herd will consist of five animals of one breed. At least three exhibitors must be represented. The animals may be any age. All animals of the county herd must be exhibited in the individual classes. A county may not enter more than one county herd in each breed.

Fleece Goats

Class 840 – Herdsmanship

• Lot 1 – Ribbon only

Class 841 – Fitting and Showmanship

Premium Points: Blue 75, Red 55, White 40

• Lot 1 – Juniors                             
• Lot 2 – Intermediates
• Lot 3 – Seniors

Champion and Reserve Champion will be awarded in each Lot in Class 756 with no additional premium points awarded.

Class 842 – Angora Goats

Class 843 – Cashmere Goats

Class 844 – Pygora Goats

Class 845 – Nigora Goats

Premium Points: Blue 55, Red 40, White 30

• Lot 1 – Wether over 2 mo. and under 1 year of age
• Lot 2 – Wether over 1 year of age
• Lot 3 – Does over 2 mo. and under 1 year of age
• Lot 4 – Does over 1 year of age
• Lot 5 – Aged Does 2 years and older

One Champion and one Reserve Champion will be selected in each class 842-845 from Lots 1-2, Lots 3-4, and Lot 5, provided the quality of the animal merits the award. No additional premium points awarded.

Class 848 – County Herd – Ribbons Only

• Lot 1 – County Herd

A county herd will consist of five animals of one breed. At least three exhibitors must be represented. The animals may be any age. All animals of the county herd must be exhibited in the individual classes. A county may not enter more than one county herd in each breed.

Pack/Utility Goats

Class 860 – Herdsmanship

• Lot 1 – Ribbon only

Class 861 – Pack/Utility Goat Fitting and Showmanship

Premium Points: Blue 75, Red 55, White 40

Pack goats will wear a pack (owner provided) for the fitting and showmanship class.  The trail course will be a part of the fitting and showmanship class.

• Lot 1 – Juniors
• Lot 2 – Intermediates
• Lot 3 – Seniors

Champion and Reserve Champion rosettes will be awarded in each Lot in Class 761 with no additional premium points awarded.

Class 862 – Pack Goats

Premium Points: Blue 55, Red 40, White 30

Animals to be judges on conformation

• Lot 1 – Wether under 1 year of age
• Lot 2 – Wether over 1 and under 2 years of age
• Lot 3 – Wether 2 – 4 years of age
• Lot 4 – Wether over 4 years of age
• Lot 5 – Does under 1 year of age
• Lot 6 – Does 1 – 3 years of age
• Lot 7 – Does over 3 years of age

One Champion and one Reserve Champion will be selected from Lots 1-4 and One Champion and one Reserve Champion for lots 5-7, with no additional premium points awarded, provided the quality of the animal merits the award.

Meat Goats

Class 880 – Herdsmanship

• Lot 1 – Ribbon only

Class 881 – Meat Goat Fitting and Showmanship

Premium Points: Blue 75, Red 55, White 40

• Lot 1 – Juniors
• Lot 2 – Intermediates
• Lot 3 – Seniors

Champion and Reserve Champion rosettes will be awarded in each Lot in Class 881 with no additional premium points awarded.

Class 890 – Boer (Purebred and Fullblood)

Class 891 – Kiko

Class 892 – All Other Breeds (Will be shown by breed)

Class 893 – Cross Breeds (including percentage Boers and Dairy/Meat Crossbreeds)

Premium Points: Blue 55, Red 40, White 30

• Lot 1 – Does under 3 months
• Lot 2 – Does, 3-6 months
• Lot 3 – Does, 6-9 months
• Lot 4 – Does, 9-12 months
• Lot 5 – Does, 12-24 months, never kidded
• Lot 6 – Does, 1-2 years, kidded
• Lot 7 – Does, 2-3 years, kidded
• Lot 8 – Does, 3-5 years, kidded
• Lot 9 – Does, over 5 years, kidded

One Junior Champion and one Junior Reserve Champion will be selected from animals in lots 1-5 for each breed.  One Senior Champion and one Senior Reserve Champion will be selected from animals in lots 6-9 in each breed.  No additional premium points will be awarded.  One Grand Champion and one Reserve Grand Champion of each breed will be selected from the Junior and Senior Champions and Reserve Champions, with no additional premium points awarded, provided the quality of animal merits the award.

Class 895 – Market Goats (All Breeds Judged Together)

All animals to be under one year of age.  Class to include both does and wethers.  All animals in class to be considered ready for processing.

Premium Points: Blue 55, Red 40, White 30

• Lot 1 – Lightweight Market Goats, 65-85 lbs.
• Lot 2 – Medium Lightweight Market Goats, 85-105 lbs.
• Lot 3 – Medium Weight Market Goats, 105-125 lbs.
• Lot 4 – Heavyweight Market Goats, over 125 lbs.

One Champion and one Reserve Champion will be selected from all Lots with no additional premium points awarded, provided the quality of the animal merits the award.