Fetch
Fetch Test
BOTC held two FETCH Tests at the Fieldhouse in Shelburne on June 28th. Entries included 10 Novice, 8 Intermediate and 8 Advanced Teams. New Titles and ribbons were awarded to 18 dog and handler teams. There were no entries at the Retrieval Level. We will look forward to watching them next time! The event ran smoothly thanks to the planning and work of the FETCH Committee members, Secretary Diane Sullivan, Renata Bohac, Bob Bolduc, Cassy Lamothe, Pat Terray Shaeffer, and BOTC members, including Tanya Lee, who stepped up to help on the day of the event. Many thanks to all who helped make it happen. We had fun with our dogs, clapped and cheered for each other, and enjoyed the day. FETCH is for Fun, and it was!
We are talking about another day of Tests in the Fall. Let us know if you would like that to happen.
Mary Willmuth, FETCH Chair
Photos from June 28, 2026 Fetch Test
Fetch Seminar TBD
Wanting some guidance on practicing for your next level Fetch Test? Sally Young is coming back!
BOTC Fetch Test Results
About Fetch
What is AKC Fetch? Welcome to AKC Fetch! When dog owners are asked about activities they like to do with their dogs, the most common responses are to take their dog for a walk and to play ball (fetch) with the dog.
AKC Fetch is designed for all breeds. AKC Fetch is a pass-fail noncompetitive test. The four levels of titles (Novice, Intermediate, Advanced, and Retriever) assess the ability of the dog to retrieve. In the Advanced and Retriever levels, the dog must respond correctly to signals. There is also a memory component in Advanced and Retriever because a retrieving bumper or ball is dropped (or thrown) behind a blind where it cannot be seen. For each of the four titles, the dog must pass the test twice under two different approved AKC Fetch judges. Dogs who are at least 6 months of age are eligible to take the AKC Fetch test as long as they are registered or enrolled with AKC and have an AKC, PAL, or AKC Canine Partners number.
For more information about AKC Fetch, you can go to the source! AKC's Fetch Program.
Fetch at BOTC
All dogs have the ability to fetch. We have several expert BOTC members who are always willing to offer help to individuals who wish to start their dog in the AKC sport of Fetch. Contact us for information.
Each year BOTC hosts 2 Fetch tests, so your dog can qualify and title the same day . Check back for premiums.