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 The NSDTRC (USA) offers four levels of field testing:
Basic Retrieving & Tolling Test (BRT)
The BRT is a test unique to the NSDTRC (USA). No other retriever club
has developed or implemented any similar test. While it does not confer a
title on dogs that pass, it does fulfill the field requirement in order to
achieve a club championship in that, “...a Toller must achieve not only the
required conformation points, but also demonstrate the basic instincts and
traits necessary to adequately execute the tasks for which it was bred.”
It should be noted that the BRT test stands alone and is not the “first step”
or a “beginning” part of the club’s Working Certificate 3-step program.
Working Certificate (WC)
The Working Certificate Test is designed for beginning retrievers and
handlers. The test is designed to evaluate marking ability and desire to
retrieve on both land and water. The dog should exhibit a level of training
and control which would enable it to participate in a simple upland or
waterfowl hunt.
Working Certificate Intermediate (WCI)
The Working Certificate Intermediate Test is for dogs and handlers that have
achieved a higher level of training. The test is designed to evaluate the
dog’s memory, and a higher degree of control and trainability. The dog should
exhibit a level of training and control which would enable it to participate
in a typical upland or waterfowl hunt.
Working Certificate Excellent (WCX)
The Working Certificate Excellent Test is for dogs and handlers that have
achieved an advanced level of training. The test is designed to evaluate the
dog’s memory, control and the ability to work as team by doing blinds. The dog
will exhibit a level of training and control which would enable it to handle
the vast majority of hunting situations.
CLICK HERE to download a copy of the Field Test Rules & Regulations in PDF
format. (Revised October 2007)
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