| We are dedicated to protecting & preserving the German
Shepherd Dog's working heritage through Schutzhund
(German for "protection dog") training.
Schutzhund is a sport that focuses on developing
& evaluating those traits in dogs that make
them more useful & happier companions to
their owners.
The purpose of Schutzhund is to demonstrate
the dog's intelligence & utility. It also
measures the dog's mental stability, endurance,
structural efficiencies, ability to scent, willingness
to work, courage, & trainability.
This working dog sport offers an opportunity
for dog owners to train their dog & compete
with each other for recognition of both the
handler's ability to train & the dog's ability
to perform as required. It is a sport enjoyed
by persons of varied professions, who join together
in a camaraderie born of their common interest
in working with their dogs. Persons of all ages
& conditions of life even those with significant
disabilities enjoy Schutzhund as a sport. Often,
it is a family sport.
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