2026 All American Contest Entry Form

Rules: 1. Exhibitor must completely fill out an official entry form listing all major shows in the U.S. where the animal was shown and correct placing for each. Omissions and/or errors brought to the attention of the Ayrshire Breeders’ Association and verified by the ABA may be disqualified. 2. A Canadian entry which qualifies under these rules at a U.S. show may enter. Only U.S. placings shall be listed on the entry form. 3. Judges may declare “no contest” for any class in which the numbers and/or quality of photographs would justify such action. 4. First place fall national show winners will no longer be considered as automatic nominations. 5. Entry fee must be paid before December 10th. Accounts will not be credited if animal is not nominated. Open: $50 Junior: $20 Any entry not adhering to the above rules will be returned to the exhibitor. Photographs: 1. Entry must be accompanied by one untouched (including background) glossy professional photograph (no negatives). Photo must have been taken during the 2026 calendar year and show the entry in substantially the same stage of development or lactation as when judged. Photo must represent the class she was shown in & AA contest entry class. Photo may be sent directly to the ABA by the photographer or uploaded to the entry form. Judging 1.Official judges will consist of a panel of the national show judges, two judges from the largest state or regional shows per ABA region and one at-large judge. 2. A point system of 1 through infinity will be used for judging, with the low score determining the winner. In the event of a tie, the most number 1 votes wins.