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The date and times of official practice for the AWMA National Championship will be set by the host of the event.  No handler entered in the trial may train on the National Championship field for two weeks prior to the official practice, nor while the event is in progress. The only exception is for bitches in season, who will be permitted practice time immediately after all other dogs in the competition have completed both phases, but before their scheduled performances.

During the official practice, and prior to the beginning of the trial as defined by handing in the scorebook at the draw, commonly used corrective devices may be used in a humane manner. Motivational items may also be used. After the official start to the competition, which takes place at the draw when the scorebook is handed in, no corrective devices may be used within view of the championship venue. Motivational items may be used during the trial until entering the tracking field or “stadium” field.