Training Titles

SchH/IPO/IGP

(The first SchH abreviates the German title for protection dogs and the second IPO abbreviates the title used by the International Kennel Club – they are essencially the same) This title is for dogs who have passed obedience, protection, and tracking examinations.  Titles 1, 2, and 3 denote how advanced the training tests were. A minimum of SchH 1/IPO 1 is required to be breed surveyed.

AD (Ausdauerpruefung)

This title denotes a dog who passed an endurance test by gaiting for 12.5 miles at around six miles per hour with a ten minute rest at the halfway point, followed by a light obedience exam to finish. A requirement for a breed survey. 

BH (Begleitungshund)

Begleitungshund translates to “Companion Dog”

The BH is a companion dog test and the first step towards pursuing Schutzhund titles. A dog must earn the BH before competing for the Sch1, IPO1, IGP1 titles (All the same exam, just new acronyms as times change). The principle focus of a BH is the temperament test; however, the dog must pass obedience before proceeding to the temperament portion of the BH exam.

WB (Wesensbeurteilung)

The WB is a temperament examination performed between the ages of 9 and 13 months. This allows the licensed judge to see the true character of the dog before being influenced by training.