Tolling is a sporting show that was developed and is highly popular in Ynnis. Tolling shows involve a Hound demonstrating their ability to toll a duskrat and make clean retrieval from water.
In order to compete in classes a Hound must pass a qualifying trial, by reaching a minimum score. Shows involve a Hound demonstrating tolling techniques on command in water, and then making a series of water retrievals of dummies. At higher classes commands and retrieves become more technical and complex.
Traits
Drive
Stamina
Agility
Body
Training & Skills
Obedience Training
Tolling Training
Handler Obedience Skill
Handler Tolling Skill
Classes
Tolling classes are separated by level and coat type, and require the successful completion of a qualifying trial to enter.
Open - Open to Hounds who have not achieved an NT title, who do have a TQ title.
Master - Open to Hounds that have achieved an NT title.
Show Types
Qualifier - A special show to earn the TQ title. Must be successfully completed in order to compete in other tolling shows. A pass/fail judging.
Open - Standard tolling shows that allow all hounds with a TQ to enter.
Specialty - Tolling shows with specific restrictive entry requirements.
Points
The Hounds that place 1-4 in each class receive 1 tolling point.
Titles
Tolling Qualified (TQ) - A Hound that has posted a qualifying tolling score.
Novice Toller (NT) - A Hound with 5 or more tolling points.
Champion Toller (ChT) - A Hound with 10 or more tolling points.
Grand Champion Toller (GChT) - A Hound with 100 or more tolling points.