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This event is designed for complete beginners who are interested in boosting their training skills and relationship with their dogs and enthusiasts of the sport to experience training elements of the IGP (formerly known as IPO) routine with dog-friendly methods. ALL BREEDS ARE WELCOME! PET DOG OWNERS WELCOME!
‘Schutzhund’ is the German word for ‘protection dog’ and refers to a sport IGP (IGP- Internationale Gebrauchshund Pruefung, previously known as IPO) that was developed initially to determine which dogs could be used for breeding and which had true working ability.
There are three phases in IGP: Tracking, Obedience and Protection. During those training sessions you can chose whether you want to work on the Obedience or Protection (Bitework) part.
Alex will explain and discuss in details ways to develop drives, build grips, motivation and confidence, problem solving and answer all of your questions.
Nowadays many people are involved in this sport as a form of activity with dog that gives outlet of inborn drives, promotes confidence and builds great relationship.
Closer look and understanding protection dog sports- Is it aggression training? Is it intimidating dogs? Is it attack dog training? do dogs enjoy it?
Discover beauty of various protection dog sports
What are un-expected benefits of being involved in protection dog sports with your non-protection dog
Exercises without decoy/helper that you can do with your dog.
What training strategies you can borrow from protection dog-sports and apply in your dog training.
Coaching will be tailored to each handler-dog team.
We welcome active competitors, those preparing for BH (Begleithund – companion dog), as well as those looking for an active way to spend time with a high-drive, energetic dog. You don’t need previous experience, but a basic working relationship is desirable. Please contact us if you are unsure about anything.
About Alex Lato.
He is a internationally renowned dog trainer and behaviourist.
Alex started as a dog trainer in Warsaw (where he titled his first dog Rottweiler) and continued IGP (IPO back then) helper /decoy in Finland where he attended to school for helpers to improve his skills in protection work.
He moved to the UK in 2013 where he was actively involved in IGP training in clubs as well with his former Malinois -Isac from Mike's Place. Isac got 1st place in USA National Championships in 2017 and was ranked 11th in 2018 AWMA Malinois National Championships. He is also the author of Braveheart: Motivation and Confidence Training For Performance and Companion Dogs.
His current Belgian Malinois is trained into Mondioring.
Alex loves sharing his passion with all interested people and trying to make this beautiful sport available for all breeds.
Workshop Details:
Date: Sunday 5th of May from 9am - 5pm
Location: Avon Riding Centre, Bristol
Tickets: Handler £120, Spectator £50
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Avon Riding Centre, Avon Riding Centre, Kings Weston Road, Bristol, BS10 7QT, United Kingdom,Bristol, United Kingdom
