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Diensthundewesen meets K9-and-Sports

Weltweit stehen diensthundhaltende Behörden vor der wachsenden Herausforderung, gesunde, leistungsfähige und wesensfeste Gebrauchshunde bereitzustellen. K9-and-Sports bringt deshalb Behörden, Züchter und Experten zusammen, um Qualität und Ausbildung der Hunde praxisnah zu sichern. Ein Highlight war die Fachveranstaltung in Ennepetal, bei der über 150 Teilnehmer hochkarätige Referenten aus Genetik, Zucht und Ausbildung hören und sich austauschen konnten.
Über die Veranstaltung berichtet die DPolG in ihrem Artikel

Bericht zur K9 and Sports Veranstaltung – Ennepetal, 10. Januar 2026

In diesem Gastbeitrag berichten Björn Schimanski und Björn Pansegrau von ihrer Teilnahme an der K9 and Sports Veranstaltung in Ennepetal. Vertreter aus Zucht, Sport und Diensthundewesen – darunter Polizei, Zoll und Bundeswehr – tauschten sich dort über moderne Gebrauchshundezucht, Auswahlkriterien und Ausbildung aus. Die dabei gewonnenen Erkenntnisse sind auch für die Zukunft des Dobermanns als leistungsfähiger Gebrauchshund von besonderer Bedeutung.

"The topic of dogs in local and environmental studies" – Online professional development for teachers

On March 24th at 6:30 pm, a new online professional development course will offer Bavarian teachers of grades 3 and 4 practical knowledge about dogs. From dog breeds and care to working dogs and controversial topics such as breeding, training, and responsibility – teachers will learn how to meaningfully integrate school dogs or external dog visits into their lessons.

Please participate: New online survey for everyone who works with dogs

Do you work with dogs? Then your experience is needed! A new survey is gathering practical knowledge from training, medicine, and care – participate and help create reliable data.

IGP officially recognized in South Australia – An important milestone for the IGP community across Australia

A milestone for IGP sport in Australia:
The government of South Australia has now explicitly excluded IGP dogs from the definition of "aggressively trained dogs." This recognizes that IGP is not a form of training that increases aggression, but rather a sport that promotes work ethic, discipline, and the well-being of both dogs and owners.

This decision is the result of many committed voices – especially Connie Bonaros, who fought for fairness, education, and well-founded decisions. It's an important step for the IGP sport, for animal welfare, and for the coexistence of dogs, owners, and the public.

Survey on working dogs in veterinary practices – your support counts!

How do working dogs behave in veterinary practices – differently than "normal" dogs?
A new survey among veterinarians aims to provide answers. K9andSports supports the project to counter rumors and half-truths with real data. Help now: Share the survey link and strengthen research!

Ban on working dog sports in Austria: Growing criticism from ministries

The ban on protection services and working dog sports is causing heated debate in Austria. Now, the Federal Ministry of the Interior (BMI) and the Federal Armed Forces have also taken a stand – and their reactions demonstrate that the issue has long since gone beyond dog sports. Here are the statements in full.

The Working Dog as a School Dog

Working dog and school dog - a contradiction? Many people can hardly imagine that high-performance dogs from IGP sports also play a valuable role in the classroom. But this is exactly where the "The Working Dog as a School Dog" project comes in: It shows how German Shepherds can support not only in sports or service, but also in everyday school life with their calm charisma and strong bond with people. From September 2025, a unique project seminar for high school students will start - with practical examples, expert knowledge and the aim of breaking down prejudices.

German Shepherd Dog: Why Protection Service is Indispensable

The aggressive behavior of dogs is often viewed critically - but it plays an important role in social interaction. The behavioral biologist Dr. Dorit Urd Feddersen-Petersen has studied the social behavior of various dog breeds and comes to a clear conclusion: the breeding of the German Shepherd Dog seems to be going in the right direction. A decisive factor here is the protection service - if carried out correctly, it is indispensable for the breed.

From successful entrepreneur to dedicated dog sportsman: Interview with Tayfun Ledin

In the interview, Tayfun talks about his first experiences with dogs, how he became fascinated with dog sports and how he became a sponsor of K9-and-Sports through the support of the dog sports community. He also gives us insights into his views on the Doberman's strong nerves. He shares his vision for the future of dog sports and why it is important to him to preserve and pass on this tradition. His commitment shows that he strives not only professionally but also personally to create lasting connections - be it between people and brands or between people and dogs.

An Interview with Klaus-Jürgen Glüh (Vice President of the FCI Utility Dogs Commission)

The new International Utility Dogs Regulations have been adopted and will take effect from January 1, 2025: What changes do you need to be aware of, and how and why were the adjustments made? We had the opportunity to ask all our questions to our K9andSports ambassador Klaus-Jürgen Glüh, who is, among other roles, Vice President of the FCI Utility Dogs Commission and a member of the VDH Utility Dogs Commission.