Im zweiten Teil unseres Gesprächs mit Astrid Hübner von Malinois Diversity teilt sie ihre Ansichten zur Erhaltung der genetischen Vielfalt durch Einkreuzungen und spricht über Themen wie das Popular-Sire-Syndrom, Inzuchtkoeffizienten und die genetische Identifizierung von Hunderassen.
In an interview with K9andSports, Astrid Hübner, founder of the "Malinois Diversity" project, shares her experiences and insights into dog breeding. She describes her journey and highlights the importance of health tests for breeding dogs. Furthermore, she discusses various aspects of breeding selection, including temperament traits and environmental behavior, as well as the challenges of selection for different dog sports.
In this letter, we address the pressing issue of the impending ban on working dog sports in Austria. As an organization deeply committed to the preservation of capable and healthy working dogs, we aim to present our concerns and arguments against this ban. Within this correspondence, we shed light on the diverse roles that working dogs play in society and illustrate the potential adverse effects of such a prohibition. We invite you to delve into our arguments and engage with this crucial issue.
"TAKE MATTERS INTO
YOUR OWN HANDS"
A strong work ethic, resilience, and noise tolerance – that
are just a few traits of working dogs. The initiative K9and
Sports advocates for working dog breeds. Their goal is to preserve the
exceptional qualities of service dogs used in roles such as police, military, or
Customs, explained by organizer Florian Knabl.
Lena, a primary school teacher from the Palatinate region. Her dogs Anni (Border Collie, 7 years old) and Saru (Malinois, 3 years old) are school and riding companion dogs, as well as active in IGP sports. They have undergone extensive training, are calm in their interactions with children, and have experience in the film industry. We critically question the working dog sport and emphasize responsible training.
Tetanus, also known as lockjaw, is a rare but potentially deadly bacterial infection that affects the nervous system. Caused by the bacterium Clostridium tetani, the disease often occurs through simple injuries such as puncture wounds or cuts. Timely treatment is crucial as tetanus can be life-threatening.
We need the selection of working dogs for multiple reasons: firstly, as a foundation for service use in various authorities. Equally important is the fulfillment of our working dogs, which live in families, ensuring they are appropriately challenged and engaged.
We need the selection of working dogs for multiple reasons: firstly, as a foundation for service use in various authorities. Equally important is the fulfillment of our working dogs, which live in families, ensuring they are appropriately challenged and engaged.
Yes, in my opinion, the most suitable dog for tracking comes from the working dog area, the German Shepherd, because you often see a very good predisposition for nose work, combined with calmness, not quite as hectic. The Malinois can also search well but often tends to be hectic in response to certain intense environmental stimuli.
K9: Kathrin, how did you experience the German Championship? What does this participation mean to you? KH: For me, the German IGP Championship in the Boxer Club already...
I love all three disciplines. However, Protection is my favorite. It is all action and you still have to be able to keep your dog under control: and they are at the peak of their drive. This is a real challenge.
The stick hit is used to assess the qualities of a working dog. Without a physical component, the characteristics of a working dog cannot be fully evaluated. A good service dog for police and military must be able to withstand physical pressure, and that is exactly what we have checked with the stick hit.
Here comes Clemens Sickert and Boom! Learn more about their successes, goals, and passion.
Clemens is 17 years old and definitely has an unusual passion.
First of all, German Shepherds and Malinois differ significantly. While the same training may work to some extent for both breeds,...
First of all, German Shepherds and Malinois differ significantly. While the same training may work to some extent for both breeds,...
Interview with Markus Nier, K9 handler at the JVA Chemnitz (Justice Saxony). He currently works with his Malinois dog, Bamberger Biene Occultatum Libera, as a data carrier detection dog, and an X-Breed as a narcotics detection dog. He provides us with insights into K9 work within the judicial system.
K9 and Sports is very pleased to have conducted an interview with Eric Lapointe, the Vice IGP FCI World Champion and the current winner of the French National Championship. 'La Nationale' in Bréchaumont was a fantastic experience, and we would like to express our gratitude to Eric and his team for their hospitality and an exciting day. Eric's passion for the sport and his dedication to his dogs are truly inspiring, and we are thankful for the insights he shared with us during the interview.
Exclusive Interview with FMBB Vice World Champion
FCI IGP World Champion Vika Bezus about training, puppy selection and her worst experience at the last FCI World Championship.
Statement Marko Koskensalo and Sarah Prelle on K9 and Sports.
Interview with Astrid Kalff and Alexandra Lambert.
Astrid is also active in IGP sport, while Alexandra is in Mondioring.
We as working K9 administrators and handlers live and die based on the ability of the working dog breeding community to correctly assess the character, resilience and health of breeding stock. Dogsport are the most effective way to assess the qualities of these dogs...
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