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Is the official record holder Kadour Ziani (with 5'11", 56" Vertical Jump)? Is the unofficial record by Yan Zhi Cheng (97", he used two legs to set off which made it unofficial, but apparently it was mentioned in the Guinness Book of Records of 1989)? -- 82.170.113.123 ( talk ) 14:00, 19 March 2013 (UTC) [ reply ]
The vertical jump measurement test is designed to measure an athlete's ability to perform powerfully. The measurement method seen here is an improved version of the chalk on finger method. The device used is known as a vertical jump tester. A vertical jump or vertical leap is the act of jumping upwards into the
If the dog's strides are off so that the dog starts its jump before the end of the dock, that is a disadvantage, because the jump is always judged from the edge of the dock, not from where the dog leaves the dock. A jump is only official if or when the toy leaves the handler's hand. The dog is not required to retrieve the toy for the jump to count.
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The length of the jump is adjusted for the dog's height. Tire jump A torus shape that is roughly the size of a tire (18 inches (46 cm) to 24 inches (61 cm) inside diameter) and suspended in a frame. The dog must jump through the opening of the "tire"; like other jumps, the height is adjusted for dogs of different sizes.
Evaluators sometimes combine elements during the actual test. If a dog fails the test initially, owners can continue training with their dog and retake for the test in the future. If all ten objectives are met, the handler can apply for a certificate and special dog pet tag from the AKC stating that the dog has earned the CGC. [7]
American Humane announced its 2024 Hero Dog Award finalists. The standout dogs will be honored at a gala event this winter to celebrate their service and dedication to others.