The Newfoundland Club of America (NCA) Draft Test is a series of exercises intended to develop and demonstrate the abilities of Newfies in a working situation. The Draft Test is comprised of six exercises. All exercises must be passed to earn the NCA Draft Dog title (DD). Newfoundlands can also earn the Team Draft Dog (TDD) title by completing the same exercises while harnessed side-by-by side with another dog.
NCA Draft Titles:
- Beginner Draft Dog (BDD
- Draft Dog (DD)
- Team Draft Dog (TDD)
- Advanced Draft Dog (DDX)
- Advanced Team Draft Dog (TDDX)
Draft Test Exercises:
Basic Control
Harnessing, Hitching, and Equipment Check
Maneuvering Course and Basic Commands
Freight Load
Out of Sight Stay
Distance Freight Haul (with Intriguing Distraction)
Draft Resources:
Newfoundland Club of America Draft Information