IPO/SCHUTZHUND/WORK

Schutzhund training is a name often used to describe the biting portion of the working trail which was formerly called Schutzhund but that is now called IPO or VPG. This type of biting is primarily sports biting and although it is good to build up some level of aggression in the dog to make the bite strong and to gain better points, the overall intention of the dog is to bite and win the helpers sleeve as apposed to bite the helper. In saying this every dog is different and as a helper I have to understand the intention and capability of each dog I work with.

The training for this type of work generally entails a dog chasing, biting and guarding a helper whether that helper is in a hide, running away from the dog (short attack) or if the helper is running to attack the dog head on (long attack). In order to train a dog to bite in this way and to hold when the helper uses pressure or when the dog is driven by the helper takes dedicated training. The dogs confidence must be raised through numerous techniques and exercises however if the dogs confidence or desire to bite becomes too high then it can be difficult to maintain obedience on the field which the examiner/judge will also score you on during the protection element of the test/trail.

If you are interested in training your dog for IPO/VPG, whether to compete or for the title so that they can achieve international champion, then we can help you. Again there are a number of ways to achieve this, either through 1:2:1 seasons to get you started or to perfect any areas you would like to focus on, or we support groups of trainees either at one of the training grounds we use or at your own club or private premises if these are suitable. Finally if you do not have the time to do the training yourself with the dog and only wish to gain the title, then we can take your dog on as a residential trainee and undertake the training and the trial for you (this includes all elements to pass a trial (Protection, Tracking and Obedience).In the pictures on this page you can see us working with Vangilis Hellfire (IPO – in preparation – Middle Left), Vasco (IPO1 – Top and Middle Right), Zakyr Zewi Del Citone (IPO2 – Bottom Right), Eron End Hellfire (IPO3 – Top Left)

If you are interested in any of our training services then please email us at training@luna-scura.com