N.B. in these definitions the word "dog" includes both sexes In the following definitions, a Challenge Certificate includes any Show award that counts towards the title of Champion under the rules of any governing body recognised by the Kennel Club. Show awards issued by the Irish Kennel Club which count toward the title of Champion shall be five point Green Stars or more. Wins at Championship Shows in breed classes, where Challenge Certificates are not on offer shall be counted as wins at Open Shows.
In the case of a dog owned in partnership and entered in Member's classes or competing for Member's Specials, each partner must a the time of entry be a member of the Society. In estimating the number of awards won, all wins up to and including the seventh day before the date of closing of entries shall be counted when entering for any class.