Behind the Batch. Police K9 Handler
Exclusive interview with Constable Jason Ellett of the Edmonton Police Service’s K9 Unit. Many of our readers train sport dogs in similar...
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K9Force WDC
Nov 53 min read
Fight or Die Academy: My Unforgettable Experience
by Juraj Miklos It’s hard to put into words what the Fight or Die (FoD) Academy experience meant to me. When I first got the confirmation...
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K9Force WDC
Aug 152 min read
Watching Team Cobra from Afar: Reflections from the Home Team
By Alfred de Witte Follow Team Cobra's journey to international competitions in the Czech Republic through the eyes of K9Force members....
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K9Force WDC
Aug 1512 min read
The Journey
By Isabella Oxsengendler Where does one’s journey truly begin? Is it on the day a decision is made, or is it the culmination of events...
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K9 Muscleworks
Aug 153 min read
Supporting Champions: A Glimpse into the Journey of Dedication and Canine Care at an International IGP Competition
by Ang Auger Witnessing the intensity and excitement of an international IGP competition was an experience like no other and one I...
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K9Force WDC
Aug 153 min read
From “Let’s Go” to “Let It Go”
by Juraj Miklos It all began with a seemingly simple question, a casual moment that would set the stage for a life-changing journey. When...
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K9Force WDC
Jul 192 min read
Breaking New Ground: Canada’s First Successful ‘Article Search Test
By Dorota Karabasz On May 26, Kaia and I set a new trend being the first team in Canada to achieve the Stöberprüfung-1 (StPr1), or...
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K9Force WDC
Jul 197 min read
Defying Odds: Riley Toll’s Extraordinary Success
First of all, congratulations on your fantastic achievement in the FMBB 2024. We have been cheering you on whilst watching the...
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K9Force WDC
Jul 193 min read
Ask The Judge: Helper Criteria Explained
In each issue of K9Force Magazine, we ask GSSCC Head Judge Jim Chrisp how a particular IGP exercise will be assessed, or to give his...
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K9Force WDC
Jul 193 min read
In the Judge’s Seat: Exclusive Interview with Nathaniel Roque
In May 2024 we were happy to welcome Nathaniel Roque at our trial event. Nataniel has been a licensed USCA (United Schutzhund Club of...
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K9Force WDC
Apr 163 min read
Unleashed: The K9Force Story
K9Forces' documentary Unleashed: The K9Force Story made its premiere on March 25th of this year. Unleashed, filmed and directed by...
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K9Force WDC
Apr 163 min read
Navigating Trials Away from Home: Etiquette and Expectations
Competing in club trials on home ground offers a sense of familiarity. The handler and dog are comfortable with the field layout, the...
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K9Force WDC
Apr 164 min read
Rising to the Top: How to Influence Your Score in Trials
At a CACIT competition recently held in Germany, Silke Kelpen and her canine partner My Destiny du Baudet Rouge (a.k.a. Xena) impressed...
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K9Force WDC
Apr 165 min read
Ask the Judge: Flawless Trial Organization
In each issue of the K9Force Magazine, we ask GSSCC Head Judge Jim Chrisp how a particular IGP exercise will be assessed. With the trial...
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K9Force WDC
Feb 284 min read
Would you like to own an IGP dog?
Dog sport is an excellent way to engage with your dog as training creates a strong bond between dog and handler. Before you decide to...
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K9Force WDC
Feb 283 min read
Interview with Wendell Nope
At K9Force, we were thrilled to have such a knowledgeable and experienced judge like Mr. Nope overseeing our three-day event. His...
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K9Force WDC
Feb 284 min read
IGP with an Airedale Terrier - What is he thinking?
Alfred is the only person in Canada that participates in IGP with Airedale Terriers and his dog Hector is the only titled Airedale in...
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K9Force WDC
Feb 283 min read
IFH - Tracking in Alberta: A Challenging Discipline
Tracking is a discipline that demands precision, patience, and intense focus of our loyal canines. In Alberta, where the weather can be...
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K9Force WDC
Feb 284 min read
The Fascinating World of IFH Tracking Interview with Anthony Hartelaub
In the realm of competitive dog sports, tracking holds a unique allure for enthusiasts like Anthony Hartelaub. We had the opportunity of...
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K9Force WDC
Feb 283 min read
Your Perfect Partner? Choosing between a Male or Female IGP Dog
Like many people with a passion, seasoned dog-handlers may hold strong opinions. A quick look at the participating teams in the 2022 FCI...
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