The Dog

Socializing the Schutzhund Puppy

Socialization: it's a buzzword in the dog world. But what is the goal? Is it different for Schutzhund puppies? How do we go about social

Does Schutzhund Make a Dog Dangerous?

“Is this dog dangerous?” This is one of the most pressing questions handlers must answer about their Schutzhund dogs. After all, isn't S

Family Life and the IPO Dog

Can the IPO dog be a family dog? How does the family dynamic work with an energetic Schutzhund dog? How does raising this dog differ from r

Importing A Dog - What You Should Know

You’ve decided to import a dog for Schutzhund. Now what? How do you go about finding the right dog in a country thousands of miles away?

Good Breeder - Where Art Thou?

Good puppy prospects for IPO do not just “happen”; they must be carefully bred for by conscientious breeders. So how do you find the right b

Where Do I Find an IPO Dog?

This is one of the largest decisions a handler faces when selecting an IPO dog: where to find one. Domestic breeder? European breeder? Impor

Battle of the Sexes: Who Does IPO Better?

"Anything you can do I can do better!" Who does IPO better, male or female dogs? Which gender should you choose when looking for a

Puppy or Adult - Which is Better?

Have you fallen in love with a particular breed for Schutzhund/IPO? Now that you are smitten, you face another decision: do you get a puppy

The Right Dog for IPO

What makes a dog a good candidate for IPO? Which breeds do best in Schutzhund? How do you find a good dog for the sport? Read on for more ab

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