Full speed into the spotlight – an IGP3 dog at TopDog Germany

Arthur, a trained IGP-3 German Shepherd, and his handler compete in Top Dog Germany – The Best Dog in Germany. In just 1.5 weeks, Arthur learned over 30 tricks – from bowling to the washing machine – and impressed during filming with his nerves of steel, coolness, and close bond with the crew.
Gebrauchshundesport (IGP) ist jung und dynamisch. Schutzdienst im IGP-Sport ist ungefährlich.

Das IGP Youngstars Camp 2025 war ein voller Erfolg und hat hat in Bezug auf den IPG Gebrauchshundesport vor allem drei wesentliche Aspekte klar gezeigt:
1. Der Gebrauchshundesport lebt und ist jung und dynamisch
2. Der Schutzdienst als Teildisziplin des Gebrauchshundesports ist keine Gefahr für Menschen
3. Der Gebrauchshundesport ist mehr als ein Hobby, er ist ein Dienst an der Gesellschaft
IGP Youngstars 2025: A celebration of talent, commitment and knowledge in working dog sports

A weekend full of team spirit, training, and animal power:
At the IGP Youngstars & Helper Camp 2025, over 300 young dog sports enthusiasts met in Gaimersheim to learn, train, and exchange ideas with world champions, police, and military professionals. The event became living proof of the social potential of modern working dog sports.
Politics meets dog sports: IGP Youngstars Camp 2025 sets a strong example in Gaimersheim

Over 250 young people, three disciplines and a strong political message: At the IGP Youngstars Camp in Gaimersheim, Dr. Reinhard Brandl personally acknowledged the importance of working dog sports – and, together with K9andSports, set an exclamation mark for the future.
Welcoming address from Dr. Reinhard Brandl, Member of the German Bundestag, to the IGP Youngstars Camp 2025

In his welcoming address to the IGP YOUNGSTARS 2025, Dr. Reinhard Brandl, Member of the German Bundestag, acknowledged the commitment of the organizers, trainers, and participants. He emphasized the importance of working dogs as an intangible cultural heritage and wished all two- and four-legged friends exciting and educational days in Gaimersheim.