1. Participant and Dog Data
   A complete list of participants, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers, must be submitted at least two weeks prior to the start of the event.
   In addition, the following information must be provided for each competing dog: name, age, sex, and microchip number.

2. Rabies Vaccination
   All dogs accompanying participants must have a valid rabies vaccination.
   Vaccination certificates will be checked upon entry to the campsites as well as for all visiting dogs.

3. Dogs from EU Member States
   Dogs from EU Member States must carry a valid EU Pet Passport in which the rabies vaccination is properly documented.

4. Entry Regulations (EU and Non-EU Countries)
   The applicable EU regulations for the movement and import of dogs from EU Member States and third countries must be fully complied with.
   Further information:
   – EU Member States: https://www.bmleh.de/DE/themen/tiere/haus-und-zootiere/heimtierausweis.html
   – Third countries: https://bmleh.de/DE/themen/tiere/haus-und-zootiere/heimtiere-einreiseregelung.html

5. Minimum Age
   Puppies under 15 weeks of age may not be imported or brought to the event.

6. Health Status of Dogs
   Dogs showing signs of infectious diseases are not permitted on the event grounds.
   Sick or injured dogs are excluded from participation in the competition.

7. Health and Identity Check
   A veterinary health examination and identity check (microchip verification) will take place within 24 hours prior to the start.

8. Docked Dogs
   Dogs with docked tails or cropped ears are not permitted to participate in the competition,
   unless a veterinary certificate confirms that
   – the docking was medically necessary in the individual case, or
   – in the case of hunting dogs, docking was essential for the dog’s intended use. You need at least a certificate form a vet that the docking was done under anesthesia and  something official that prooves that the dog is used or was used as a hunting dog.

9. Housing of Dogs During the Event
   Dogs may not be kept in vehicles or transport trailers during the event.

10. Dangerous Dog Regulation (Baden-Württemberg)
    According to Section 1 of the Dangerous Dog Regulation of Baden-Württemberg, the following breeds may only be kept with the permission of the local regulatory authority and are subject to mandatory muzzle and leash requirements:
    – American Staffordshire Terrier
    – Pit Bull Terrier
    – Bull Terrier
    Legal reference: https://im.baden-wuerttemberg.de/fileadmin/redaktion/m-im/intern/dateien/pdf/Kampfhundeverordnung.pdf

11. Vibrissae

All dogs must have intact vibrissae (of normal length for their breed). Medically necessary exceptions require an official veterinary certificate. Section 6 of the Animal Welfare Act (TierSchG) Prohibition of amputation: The shortening or removal of vibrissae is legally classified as "temporary amputation." This is prohibited for animals, such as dogs and cats, because the hairs serve as a sensitive sensory organ.