Obedience!
 The ideal
Shiloh Shepherd has been developed as a calm, yet highly responsive
working partner with a keen ability to follow even the most complex
directions. These dogs are frequently noted for their overall
attentive and biddable nature, not to mention their obvious pleasure
in performing a job well done. There is little doubt as to the
absolute connection which exists between a Shiloh and their owner -
it is downright uncanny! As a result, many owners are discovering
their Shiloh is a well suited prospect for the enjoyable and
spirited teamwork in various areas of obedience competition.
 One
such owner is Lorelle Jones and her Shiloh she calls "Baron". The
ISSDC proudly commends this hard working team in our midst. Baron
is the first Shiloh Shepherd in the history of the breed to earn
not only the Companion Dog, and the Companion Dog Excellent, but
also the highly coveted Utility Dog title!
 Lorelle has a
previous background in obedience competition with her Rottweiler,
but Baron was the dog that took her to the ultimate Utility
achievement. At only one year of age, Baron took the obedience
arena by storm and marched in to claim his 3 legs and the
Companion Dog title in just 4 trials. Shortly thereafter, they
made their debut in the Open division and were back in the ring
competing. Still a very young dog of only 2 yrs, Baron earned his
Companion Dog Excellent title in fine style.
All the while working with local obedience groups, they continued
to prepare for the most advanced levels and more competition in
Utility. Onward and upward, Baron climbed to his UD as a
mere 4 yr old. To date, he also holds 6 legs toward the UDX title.
Lorelle describes the experience, "He always wanted to make me
happy. Baron was incredibly consistent to show - it is an
amazing feeling going in knowing your dog will pass. It is a true
testament to Baron that he once earned 3 UDX legs in one weekend!"
 Update
Feb 14th 2006 - It is with a heavy heart that Lorelle and Dave
Jones let Baron join the other Shiloh's in the stars this day.
Baron was recently diagnosed with Cauda Equina Syndrome, a nerve
impingement in the lower back, which caused him to lose control of
his rear legs, and be unable to empty his bowels and bladder.
Our love and respect go out to Baron and his family, and may they
continue to be an inspiration to all other Shiloh's and owners in
perpetuity.
UUD Baron
Adelig von Zion AMBOR UD
Nov 28, 1998 -
February 14, 2006
God Bless.
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 OBEDIENCE NEWS!
CONGRATULATIONS
Ebby, (Zion's Ebony Wings-Eagle's Nest) for being the first
Shiloh Shepherd in HISTORY to complete APDT Rally Level 1.
Ebby's proud owner,
Erica
Pytlovany, can be sure her very special, "rescued from New
Zion Kennels" Shiloh girl has gone down in history as the first
of our breed to ever achieve a Rally title! Love and dedication
can move mountains as Erica has proven in her achievements with
Ebby.
Please read Ebby's whole story in the Articles section.
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We want to formally congratulate Jennifer Storer-Folt & her girl, Ch Miracle's Adalheide Elkanah who recently became the first Shiloh Obedience team to earn a leg from the Canadian Association Of Rally Obedience! This special working team is racking up titles right and left!
 Elke is also the first Shiloh to earn the Pre Companion Dog Obedience title from the RBPCO as well as 1/3 legs toward her Companion Dog title. Not to mention obtaining her CGC and Herding Instinct certificates! Jennifer is also competing with her second Shiloh now, Regal King Magnus of Kellisa, is well on his way to becoming the second Shiloh to earn the RBPCO PCD as he already has qualified for 2/3 legs! Magnus is also certified for Herding Instinct.
Way to go Jennifer! You are really making a huge contribution to the breed by breaking new ground for our breed in the working community! Thank you so much for all your efforts!
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Jake is a beautiful smooth coated Shiloh, very much like his famous grandsire, Ch Hilltop's Triton King Of Zion. He is proudly owned, trained and handled with much love, by Charlene Larson. Jake earned his Canine Good Citizen award from the AKC at an early age, but that was only beginning....
In 2005, Jake and Charlene began competing in APDT RallyO competition. They earned their RL1 Title, placing in all three trials - 3rd, 2nd & 1st (in that order) with scores of 198, 198 and 196. Jake also received an "Award Of Excellence" for his high scores and for completing his title in only one year! In 2006, this Shiloh obedience team doubled up on their accomplishments... Jake not only earned 2 legs toward his RL2, placing 1st and 2nd in those trials with outstanding scores of 204 and 202, but he also went on to acheive his RL1X! This requires a qualifying scored in 10 trials, in 8 out of 10. Jake's scores were an amazing 200 and above. He also placed along with some of the top competitors in his classes in 5 out of 10 trials.
 Charlene and Jake won their second "Award Of Excellence"! Jake's average scores are consistantly above 200, highest score to date (1/17/07) is an incredible 209 which his he earned 3 times at separate trials! The APDT award "Magna Cum Laude" for teams who have earned 3 scores of 190 or above. So far, Jake is currently titled with his CGC, RL1-MCL, RL1X, RL2-MCL and has earned his first leg toward his RL3 with another 1st place win!
Update:
CONGRATULATIONS to "Jake" (Jake CGC, RL1-MCL, RL1X, RL2-MCL, RL3 (1st leg) who received a Special Award for not only placing in the APDT's National Top 20 Rankings, but also the highest scoring dog/handler team - #1 in the RL1X Level! This is an accomplishment to be VERY proud of.
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More
than ever before, Shiloh Shepherds are winning ribbons and
trophies and earning prestigious obedience titles. Below is a list
of increasing opportunities in this popular canine sport for rare
breeds. Several professional organizations offer a combination of
challenging exercises. There is an avenue of performance for
everyone!
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 Agility
Canine
Good Citizen
Herding
Obedience
Flyball
Draft Dogs
Protection Sports
Search
& Rescue
Water Rescue
Service
Therapy
Temperament Test
ATTENTION
ISSDC Members!We want to hear from YOU!!Please send your title statistics to
WORKING DOGS and get your Shiloh listed.
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THE ASSOCIATION OF PET DOG TRAINERS
(APDT) was founded in 1993 by the renowned Ian Dunbar DVM,
PhD. The APDT is the originator of "RallyO".
All dogs are encouraged to participate in
these events - rare breeds, purebreds or mixed breeds alike.This sport is a wonderful chance for
talented teams to display their accomplishments in a relaxed
atmosphere and offers alot of variation to the more formal
obedience trials. To master a
RallyO
course, a team must perform the exercise at each individual
station, all of which are described by a series of signs.The APDT places a strong emphasis on
enthusiasm. Judges are looking for dogs and handlers both to
provide a clear impression of the enjoyable RallyO experience.
Handlers are allowed to encourage their teammate in the ring
using verbal & physical praise. Food rewards are allowed in
appropriate levels.
RallyO has gained a monumental following in
just a short time - so much so that the big leagues, AKC and
UKC, began sponsoring their own version of Rally Obedience as
of 2005. For a complete description of APDT RallyO
rules, regulations, performance guidelines, please visit their
site at...
www.apdt.com .
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SERVICE
DOGS OF AMERICA
is a United Kennel Club Affiliate. This
new working dog organization sounds very exciting with lots of
opportunities on the horizon for all breeds of dogs and the
people who love them.
The SDA offers at least 4 levels of obedience titles. First of which is the Family Obedience Title..The SDA designed this title with training
exercises that develop a dog into a well-behaved family
companion. This unique title offers both basic and practical
obedience training that has useful applications in every day
life with your dog. In addition, the Family Obedience Title is
an excellent title for introducing new people to dog training
and trials. The SDA has developed the OB1, OB2, and OB3 titles which may be earned via the obedience phase of their Protection-1 through the Protection 3. Special consideration regarding jump heights will be provided for Giant Breeds and Veteran canine competitors.
To find more information and details
regarding SDA's Obedience program, please check them out at...
http://www.servicedogsofamerica.com/titles/familyobedience.php
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AMERICAN
MIXED BREED OBEDIENCE REGISTRY
was established in 1983 in
an effort to improve opportunities in the field of Obedience
Trials.
RARE BREEDS not recognized by AKC, UKC or
CKC may register provided the Rare Breed Supplemental Form is
submitted along with other required information:1. Name and address of the parent club.
2. A copy of the breed standard.
3. Membership Application with front and
side photos of the dog The AMBOR registered rare breed dog
does not need to be spayed or neutered to be registered for
competion.AMBOR awards the following obedience
titles:Companion Dog (CD)
Companion Dog Excellent (CDX)
Utility Dog (UD)
Utility Dog Excellent (UTX)
Obedience Trial Champion (OTCH)
In 1990 AMBOR dogs gained accepted entry to
the paramount Gaines Regional and Classic competitions, which
highlight the top winning teams in the country. For more information about
AMBOR, please check out... http://www.amborusa.org/index.html
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SCHUTZHUND OBEDIENCE
opportunities
include the B/BH ("Begleithund") Traffic Secure Companion Dog
title as well as the more advanced divisions Obedience I, II
and III for handlers who desire the challenge of training for
and competing in Schutzhund style. Roughly translated,
Schutzhund means "versatility/efficiency test for working
dogs". Obedience is one of the three phases.
Those familiar with AKC obedience will feel
comfortable in this area as many exercises are similar to
those in Open and Utility. There is heeling, both on and off
lead. The sit, down and stand are also done, except when the
dog is moving.But Schutzhund applies it's own style to
this work. Instead of a 40' ring, the handler and dog work on
a soccer sized trial field. Some advanced exercises require
the distraction of the noise of a firing gun. In addition to
the normal dumbell retrieval, the dog must retrieve
substantially heavy dumbbell over a 1 meter jump and a 6'
wall.
Find out more about Schutzhund Obedience
from the following LV/DVG organization...
http://www.dvgamerica.com
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UNITED
KENNEL CLUB
is one of the largest purebred registries in
the world. Local training clubs across the country frequently
host UKC Obedience Trials, therefore opportunties for
competition are readily available in many regions. These shows
are well run and very respected in the working canine
community. Qualifying scores may also count toward AMBOR
titles for those dogs that are previously registered with
their organization.
UKC offers a special registration known as
Limited Priviledge for dogs unrecognized by UKC. Their
requirements do include that these dogs must be spayed or
neutered to compete in their Obedience Trials & Rally events.If you would like to pursue UKC Obedience,
you can find a registration form at...
http://www.ukcdogs.com/rg/forms.shtml. The application must be accompanied by 4
photographs and the signature of your veterinarian.
Check out the UKC schedule of upcoming
obedience activities at...
http://www.ukcdogs.com/dogevents/upcoming/index.shtm. For all other questions, please visit
http://www.ukcdogs.com.
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NATIONAL
KENNEL CLUB
is an all breed registry established in 1970.
There are numerous NKC sanctioned clubs throughout the country
including Germany and England. This organization is well known
for their non discrimatory, fair and impartial treatment to
all Shiloh Shepherds. In the NKC, Rare Breeds are recognized
with equal status.
NKC has a long history of hosting all breed
shows, sporting and hunting events. Due to popular demand, and
aided by the skilled assistance of Teller-Wright Canine
Competition Services, NKC activities has expanded to include
opportunities in obedience competition. NKC Obedience Trials
premiered in May 2005.The schedule for upcoming shows in
conjunction with obedience can be located at...
http://www.nationalkennelclub/com/Events/upcoming_nkc_events.htm
For more information regarding NKC's
obedience program, please contact Sharon Wright (havencreek@i-nation.net)
or Kathy Teller (bowwow610@aol.com)
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THE RARE BREED PERFORMANCE CLUB OF ONTARIO o ffers Obedience Titles to all breeds. The RBPCO follows the
format of the Canadian Kennel Club trials. Their selected judges
are always licensed with the CKC. All requirements for RBPCO
Titles are identical to those of the CKC. The RBPCO offers
specifically, titles of Pre-Companion Dog for dogs working at
the Pre-Novice level and the Companion Dog for their Novice
level.
For more information about
RBPCO, please check out their website at...
http://www.rbpco.com/events.html
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CANADIAN ASSOCIATION OF RALLY OBEDIENCE:Their purpose is to encourage ALL dogs, pets, companions or titled Champions to participate in the fun and exciting sport of Rally Obedience.
To provide a venue for dogs to earn Rally Obedience in Canada.
To qualify and certify more judges in Canada so that more trials can be offered.
To maintain a registry of dogs eligible for competition.
To maintain a registry of trial results and titles awarded.
To establish a data base of training classes, clinics, etc.
To use the guidelines of APDT,AKC &CARO to promote RallyO to its fullest potential.
CARO offers Novice, Advanced, Excellent & Versatility titles. A perfect score is 200 points, 3 legs are required for each title. Dogs must score 170 or above to qualify. Dogs which qualify with a score between 170 and 180 points will receive the standard title. Dogs scoring in the 180-190 point range will also receive the additional title of "Cum Laude". Dogs scoring in the highest category of 190-200 points will be rewarded with the bonus of "Magna Cum Laude". There is a one time registration fee of $35, current CARO members receive a $10 discount. To find out more about these wonderful opportunities for Shilohs in Canada, please check out their site at...
http://www.canadianrallyo.ca/about_competing.htm
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ST. HUBERT'S COMPANION SPORTS DOG PROGRAM: This new Obedience Trial program was made official in January '06 and is sponsored by St Hubert's Animal Welfare Center. This facility is located in Madison, NJ and was founded in 1939. Their award winning shelters provide a safe haven and compassionate care for thousands of lost, abandoned, abused and unwanted dogs and cats every year.Any club, organization or school may apply to host a sanctioned trial or match. This event may be offered along with other canine activities. St Hubert's Companion Dog Sports Program is based on the traditional, precision type of competition levels and point values - Novice, Open, and Utility. However, handlers are allowed to encourage their dogs verbally during their performance! Food rewards may be given at the completion of any exercise. Both hand and voice commands may be used together, except in the Utility Signals routine which is limited to hand signals. Teams who demonstrate a good working relationship and a happy, upbeat attitude may earn Bonus Points during scoring by the judge. St. Hubert's CDSP is providing opportunities for all dogs. There is a one time registration fee of $25.00, and a $5.00 discount for altered dogs. To register your Shiloh to participate... http://www.sthuberts.org/CDSP/applications.asp Many dog clubs are taking part in this worthy program. CDSP also invites junior handlers and/or handlers/dogs with disabilities. Exercise modifications will be allowed for disabled dogs and/or handlers. However, disabled dogs will not be allowed to compete if they are in pain or appear to be under stress.To check out their calendar of upcoming CDSP Obedience Trials... http://www.sthuberts.org/CDSP/events.aspTo find out more about CDSP... http://www.sthuberts.org/CDSP/default.asp
If you have questions about hosting a sanctioned event of any division, please contact Moira Clarkin - CDSP Coordinator. Her email is phibbers@optonline.net . |
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