19. Which of the following is a reason for dismissing a dog from a lure coursing event?
A. Interfering with the run of another dog
B. Refusing to return to the handler
C. Starting before the tally-ho is sounded by the huntmaster
D. Failing to run
I picked A
So would I (but I know nothing about this really)
Option A, interfering with the run of another dog, is indeed a valid reason for dismissing a dog from a lure coursing event. Interfering with another dog's run can disrupt the performance and fairness of the competition, so it is considered a serious offense.
To arrive at this answer, you can analyze each option provided and eliminate the ones that do not align with the rules and regulations of a lure coursing event.
Option B, refusing to return to the handler, is not necessarily a reason for dismissal in lure coursing. While it may be considered an issue, it typically does not result in automatic dismissal from the event.
Option C, starting before the tally-ho is sounded by the huntmaster, may be a violation of the rules, but it alone may not be sufficient to dismiss the dog from the event. There might be procedures in place to rectify the situation rather than immediate dismissal.
Option D, failing to run, is not explicitly mentioned as a reason for dismissal. However, depending on the specific rules of the event, a dog that consistently fails to run or refuses to participate may be disqualified or excused from future runs.
By process of elimination, option A remains the most appropriate answer since interfering with another dog's run is considered a disruption to the event and can lead to dismissal.