How much is a major in obedience?

• A. 3 point deduction
• B. 5 point deduction
• C. 7 point deduction
• D. 10 point deduction

Answer: (B)

In obedience scoring, major faults are treated as significant errors that noticeably affect the score but aren’t automatic disqualifications. The standard penalty for a major fault is a 5-point deduction, which sits between smaller penalties for minor faults and more severe penalties that might come from disqualifications or other major infractions. This is why 5 points is the best choice for a major in obedience. A smaller deduction (like 3 points) would reflect a lesser fault, while larger deductions (7 or 10 points) usually correspond to more serious or multiple issues beyond a single major fault.