📣 New Course Approval Process
Starting October 1, 2026, CARO is introducing a new Course Approval Process. Judge’s may now request a preferred Course Approver and an alternate, simply by naming them in the body of your email. It is an option not a requirement too select a specific approver. Please choose a different Course Approver than the one you […]
Upcoming Judge Clinics
Whether you’re a seasoned judge looking to meet continuing education requirements or a judge candidate working towards certification, CARO has two online clinics coming up. Sunday, September 27 12:00–14:00 (PT) – Working Judges Clinic (Join the Meeting) 14:30–16:30 (PT) – Rally Judges Clinic (Join the Meeting) Saturday, November 7 11:30am–1:30 (PT) – Rally Judges Clinic […]
📚 Judge’s Continuing Education Program
To be considered a Judge in Good Standing, judges are required to: Hold a current Professional Membership Attend a Design Clinic at least once as an active judge (more are encouraged, but one is mandatory) Attend a Judge’s Clinic at least once every two years for each class they are certified to judge (Rally and/or […]
CARO Trial Officials Guide now available!
We are pleased to share that the CARO Trial Officials Guide is now available. You can access it on the CARO website under “Handbooks / Signs”, or directly via the link below: https://canadianrallyo.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/CARO-Trial-Officials-Guide-2025.pdf CARO was founded in response to the desire for an alternative to the perceived rigidity of traditional obedience and remains committed to being an […]
Hosting a Trial
NEW: Effective 1 August 2026, trial application fees will be non-refundable. In the unlikely event that a club encounters extenuating circumstances, they may contact Trial Approvals to discuss the potential for reasonable accommodations. Hosting a CARO trial is a great way to bring the sport of Rally Obedience to your area while supporting local competitors […]
Trial Forms
The following forms are for use during the trial and for submitting trial documentation to CARO. Trial applications are submitted through the Trial Application menu option; no additional form is required. Application to hold a trial To hold a trial, an individual or organization must complete and submit a Trial Application. Applications will not […]
Judge Listing
Judging for CARO
CARO’s comprehensive judge certification program ensures qualified, knowledgeable officials for rally and working trials. Our structured process includes training, mentorship, and ongoing education requirements. Certification categories NAE – Certified to judge Novice, Intermediate, Advanced, and Excellent levels V/VX – Certified to judge Versatility and Versatility Excellent levels Working – Certified to judge all Working levels […]
Judges Forms / Software
Whether you’re preparing for your judge certification or designing courses for an upcoming trial, you’ll find everything you need here. All materials are regularly updated to reflect current CARO rules and regulations. We recommend bookmarking this page and checking back periodically for the latest versions of forms and any new resources that become available. […]
Trial FAQ
Trial Hosts How far in advance do I need to apply to host a trial? You must submit your trial application at least 6 weeks prior to the event date for Rally or Combination trials, and a minimum of 3 weeks for Working-only trials. Can I host a trial if there’s already one scheduled nearby? […]