Jouer à mordre Play biting Tolerance to touch Toilet training Puppy teeth Crate training Heatstroke Adolescence Nutrition Dogs and toys Dwarfism Dog friendly garden Christmas time Fireworks Physical games including play biting are natural games puppies play with each other and when you bring your puppy home he may try to play the same games with you. Pups which are highly motivated can charge at owners, jumping up, nip hands and bite and tug on clothes. If this is directed at a child who starts to cry or run or tries to push the pup away this may be misinterpreted by the puppy as being a playful response from the child who is now joining in the pup`s game. Trying to cope with the pups increasingly rough attempts to initiate play, demand and dictate play by giving and doing what it wants will make it more likely that the pup will increase its play biting to get what it wants in the future, which can soon become a never ending battle of nipping, biting and jumping up. Trying to hit or grab the pup will probably make him become rougher as to him you are responding and joining in his game or he may feel he has to defend himself against your increasing anger. It is very important to avoid the stimulation and excitement escalation that go with physical punishment or restraint. Resorting to distraction tactics during a play biting situation like throwing a ball or waving a piece of food in front of the pups face to end the nipping can actually reward the pups demanding behaviour and rough style of play. In fact is learning to be even more pushy when he wants to play or get attention because it always works. Just ignoring him whilst he continues to chew on your hand or grab your clothing or leaving the room while he changes his target to someone else or decides to have a wonderful time rearranging the cushions or pruning the house plants will be completely ineffective in changing his problem behaviour. Using any form of harsh punishment is also counter productive. It may indeed stop the biting attack at the time. However it holds no instruction to the puppy to encourage and develop more acceptable behaviour for the future. So what to do to control puppies masquerading as sharks. It is quite a common problem with pups displaying a varying degrees of the behaviour with some becoming more difficult to cope with especially for the companion dog owner. The relationship and bond that a dog has as a family companion is special with most puppies given sensible guidance early on, unruly behaviour gives way to a more controlled, calmer attitude as the pup grows up. But some are more persistent and intervention is needed to communicate to the puppy in a way it can understand amore more acceptable behaviour and relationship. One method is to use the consistent application of an interrupting sound to temporarily supress the problem behaviour every time it happens combined with an immediate procedure which encourages the puppy to engage in acceptable play or behaviour. There is an important difference in communication to the puppy which behaviour we want between using distraction tactics or interruption tactics. For example with distraction tactics the puppy is fully engaged in still chewing on your hand at the same time being rewarded for it because a toy or food is being offered to him. With interruption tactics he has stopped or not quite even started chewing on your hand before being offered the toy or food so he is now being rewarded for the behaviour we want "NO BITING" An interruption sound is most effective if it happens just before the pup launches a mouthing attack on hands or clothes. To do this carry or place around the house a noise making device such as a small container with some pebbles in which can be shaken to make a loud noise, or a commercially bought "pet corrector" which is a small cannister that gives off a loud hiss when the top is pressed-handy to keep in a pocket. The intention is to startle the pup not to hurt him. His reaction will be one of surprise on hearing the sound causing him to temporarily stop his actions. At this exact moment you must fill this moment of inaction (otherwise he will go back to whatever he was ding before) by encouraging the pup to play in a more acceptable way with a toy by wiggling or rolling a ball along the ground close to him, keeping his attention on the toy. If he shows interest in your hands again, quickly repeat the interrupting sound and re encage him onto the toy. With some puppies just a stern "ah ah" can interrupt an unwanted behaviour, before giving an incompatible behaviour to focus on, he cannot be tugging on a sleeve if he is being rewarded for a sit. Some experimentation may be needed here because of individual differences between pups in their reactions to various sounds. It should not be difficult to find something that is effective. The sound should be enough to stop the problem behaviour immediately and every time but not so severe the puppy becomes extremely fearful and reluctant to approach at all. Always remember once a problem behaviour is interrupted you must reward an acceptable behaviour immediately. The puppy must be able to associate his rough behaviour with the consequences the sound he finds unpleasant. Therefore he will learn that his action-nipping and biting causes a reaction the startle sound which he will want to avoid. The moment he starts to get too pushy and rough the interrupting sound will pin point the exact moment he must stop. Any lack of clarity or consistency on your part about the threshold he must not cross will make improvement in his behaviour very slow, because he will not understand what he can and cannot do. For the pup to learn to inhibit the force of any mouthing, bites or rough interaction you must be consistent with the timing of the interrupting sound and very importantly remain calm while showing the pup the behaviour he can engage in. It can take some time but the better you are the quicker he will learn. To satisfy the pups motivation to play and be active in the games you teach him, such as find the toy hidden just out of sight encouraging him to use his nose as well as his eyes. Make it easy to find to start with to keep him interested. Include mental stimulation of highly rewarded gentle obedience training. Call him to you, calmly tell him to sit then reward with a titbit or resume play interacting with a toy. Teach him to lie down, wait, come when called, there is so much your clever puppy can do, giving him a positive outcome for his energy. Just something to bear in mind when trying to stop play biting. In a litter of puppies all is peaceful as they sleep, but one is awake, bored and wants to play. So he rushes up, pounces on an unsuspecting litter mate and gives a sharp nip. The other puppy responds and chases the attacker. The game is on. The very game your pups previous taught him how to get you to play. For play biting to decrease it is also important to follow some general management rules. Adding more opportunities for the puppy to take part in controlled interesting physical and mental games (suitable for his age) where success can stimulate the rewards brain chemistry and change his emotions to be more relaxed, instead of driving everyone crazy with unruly behaviour and continuous pestering to play. No more games of rough and tumble encouraging the puppy to bite and grab hands. Always supervise young children with the puppy. If your puppy does something you don`t let it happen again. Plan the incompatible rewarding behaviour. Concentrate on conditioning a well behaved puppy. Notice and reward desired human - puppy interactions. Locating and joining a good puppy class can be extremely beneficial. If possible find a GSD club. Overtime as other suitable behaviours are reinforced with clear calm instructions the puppy will abandon rough play to gain attention or hard nipping to try to push the family as he would his litter mates. All puppies and households are different and any behaviour modification especially rough play biting is an on-going process and should be appropriate for the individual situation. GILL WARD M.I.A.C.E. For additional help or support contact .... Gill Ward 01209 831221 email ... john@johndavidw.plus.com Ligue des chiens de berger allemand de Grande-Bretagne

Ligue des chiens de berger allemand de Grande-Bretagne. est 1919 2025 First UK National Körung, Körmeister Heather Macdonald (hosted by NWGSDG & Three Beacons SDC) 2010 Kennel Club issues ultimatum to GSD Breed Clubs regarding withdrawal of CC's Kennel Club letter David Payne article Dr. Malcolm Willis article 2010 Formation of the BRG - British Regional Group Original aims, objectives and GSD Breed clubs 2010 August 1st - SV approval for GSDL WDG Judges - Henrietta Bohnstedt, Gavin Smith, James Jackson, dddd. eeeee 2010 First GSDL BRG Regional Event SV Judge Dirk Gabriel, Terry Hannan attracts almost 200 entries Result 2010 October 12th. Kennel Club agree to the word 'Alsatian' removal from the formal name and becomes the 'German Shepherd' . 2005 First British Sieger with entry of 2??? under judges Results 2005 November GSDL & BSA Joint affiliation agreement Document 1984 First 2-day show. Held at Weston Park Shropshire . Entry Judges Results Hosted by the GSDLeague of GB, the show to be alternated between England Ireland Scotland Wales through their respective National organisations. 1986 launch of the National Tattoo scheme 1983 League judges training course starts 1979 May Learner Judge programme begins IDEAS Formation of WUSV Working Group Formation of GSD Breed Council Formation of BSA Formation of GSDL WDG Hip Scoring introduced Elbow scoring introduced National Korung Introduced Character Assessments introduced German Shepherd Dog League of Great Britain

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Liste des Vétérans SV HD/ED DNA qualifiés MIKE GUILLIARD MA Vet MB CertSAO FRCVS www.mikeguilliard.co.uk Le taillis, Vicarage Lane, Elworth, Cheshire CW11 3DA email guilliard@talk21.com 07784 202024 (Mike) 07784 202026 (Kamila) SIMON WARD 3 Bridges Vets, Fordell Firs, Hillend, Dunfirmline KY11 7HQ 01383 667160 MARCHES VETS LIMITED www.marchesvets.co.uk Rylands Road Léominster, Hertfordshire HR6 8PN e-mail leominster@marchesvets.co.uk 01568 612266 EDEN VETS www.marchesvets.co.uk TOM DORURE Maison Bloore 416 Newcastle Road, Shavington CW2 5FJ e-mail 01270 439289 ALPHAVET KINROSS www.inglisvet.co.uk Ligne Dunfirme e-mail 01577 863328 MARLOW VETS Newport Road, Chepstow, NP16 5BB 01291 624090 MICHAEL NG Tilsworth Vet Clinic Tilsworth Stud Farm, Stanbridge Road Tilsworth, Leighton Buzzard 01525 643599 info@tilsworthvetclinic.co.uk ALAN HATCH Summerdale Vet Centre 52 Western Road, Billericay, Essex CM12 9DX HANNAH PINNOCK Eastgate Vets Cotton Lane Vet Clinic, Bury St Edmunds IP33 1XW 01284 753961 bury@eastgatevets.co.uk BREEDER IMAGING SERVICES Leadenhall Farm, Holbeach Marsh, Spalding UK. PE12 BHB e-mail breederimaging@gmail.com 01406 701127 07496 241912 SOUTHERN CANINE IMAGING Old Stables Beckford Lane Southwick PO17 6BH 01329 230052 Website - https://southerncanineimaging Ligue des chiens de berger allemand de Grande-Bretagne

GSDL Health Certificate, criteria, definitions and how and why to apply for one. GSDL Health Certificate Pour demander un certificat GSDL Health, contactez John Ward par e-mail john@johndavidw.plus1.com Question : Pourquoi en aurais-je besoin ? Réponse - Exigence actuelle pour participer à un événement WUSV GSDL/BRG - Classes pour adultes (24 mois et plus) Un certificat de santé GSDL (voir ci-dessous) ou Une enquête sur la race(Lien) Question - Qu'est-ce qu'un certificat de santé ? Réponse - Un certificat sanitaire est individuel et propre à chaque chien certifié. Il contient un numéro d'identification ainsi que des détails sur le nom, le numéro d'enregistrement KC et le numéro de micropuce d'un chien, ainsi que les notes ou scores HD, ED et les profils de filiation ADN, prouvés ou testés. Qu'est-ce qu'un événement régional WUSV GSDL/BRG ? T La WUSV est l'organisation des clubs nationaux GSD du monde entier. GSDL/BRG (British Regional Group) Organisation de groupes GSD locaux responsables de l'organisation des expositions GSDL Breed au Royaume-Uni. Événement régional - Le nom des spectacles. Les résultats et les notes sont enregistrés et les cartes de notation sont délivrées. Carte de notation - La carte délivrée à chaque chien affichant ses détails individuels et sa note, enregistré et reconnu internationalement. ENTRÉE À UN Événement régional WUSV GSDL/BRG Exigences de la CLASSE ADULTE - 24 mois + British Breed Survey ou certificat de santé GSDL UN Tout chien sans Sch/VPG/IPO/IGP ou diplôme de formation équivalent peut entrer dans la classe adulte à condition qu'il réponde aux critères et qu'il ait réussi un British Breed Survey ou qu'il ait un certificat de santé GSDL. CLASSE D'UN ANNÉE (Junghund) Exigences - 18-24 mois Chiens âgés de 18 ans et ne dépassant pas 24 mois civils. Soit un British Breed Survey Pass ou un certificat de santé GSDL est déclaré, soit si une enquête de race ou un certificat de santé GSDL n'est pas encore obtenu, les résultats des tests de santé doivent être déclarés. CRITÈRES HD - Scores BVA inférieurs à 20 avec un maximum de 12 d'un côté. c'est à dire. 12:8 ou 8:12. SV Un timbre, normal, rapide normal ou noch zugelassen ED - Pour les chiens nés après le 31/1219, un score de coude de 0 ou 1 (BVA) ou un tampon A (SV), normal, rapide normal, noch zugelassen est requis pour participer à une exposition BRG à partir de 18 mois (ce serait également une exigence de délivrance d’un certificat de santé GSDL. DN / A - (Test sanguin) SV (généralement effectué au moment de la radiographie SV HD/ED) Au Royaume-Uni, disponible auprès de « Animal DNA Diagnostics » Tout test de santé supplémentaire peut être enregistré sur le certificat mais ne constitue pas une condition préalable à l'entrée à un événement GSDL BRG. Lien vers l'explication et comment postuler au SV Scheme Hips, Elbows and DNA . LIEN vers le test ADN du berger allemand au Royaume-Uni Ligue des chiens de berger allemand de Grande-Bretagne

First UK National Körung e mail - gsdlnationalkoerung@gmail.com On the weekend of Aug 30th and 31st The GSD League of GB/BRG held its first UK National Körung and was hosted by the Three Beacons Sports Dog Club on their training grounds in Wigan. Alongside the Körung an AD endurance test was run on the cycle and bridal paths that surround the venue. Originally the Körung had four entries but two were late withdrawals. The AD was limited to members and the 2 Körung entries, in total 8 dogs took part. The reason for the limit was to test the course for suitability with a view to hold further AD tests in the future. The Körmeister and AD assessor was Heather Macdonald (Conbhairean GSD's). The helper was Richard Harrison (Hundenkraft GSD's) Körung Results ZANDAMOR HOVA KKL1 ZANDAMOR HANDA KKL1 . AD Results CRUAGHAIRE BOURBON HADES V GREISHOF HARVIMECHS MISSING LINK AT VOMTHOMLOU KONSEQUI AVOCH VYLANO OBAN IRMA V EXTERNSTEIN ZANDAMOR HANDA ZANDAMOR HOVA German Shepherd Dog League of Great Britain

The British Regional Group (BRG), is made up of a number of local GSD clubs. As part of the GSD League they organise Shows, very often with SV Judges, UK SV recognised judges and also the top recognised Judges with Championship Show recognition. WUSV/GSDL-BRG British Regional Group Événement du groupe régional britannique WUSV Groupes Classification Exigences des tests de santé Classement SV Certificat de santé GSDL Système de médaille d'or Présentation de votre chien Manutention junior GSDL/BRG AGM Notice 24/02/26 BRG Event Calendar BRG Event Results Gold Medal Winners Junior Handler Winners Top Dogs 2025 Top Dogs 2024 Top Dogs 2018 Top Dogs 2023 Top Dogs 2017 Rules and Regulations 2025 Gold Medal & Certificate of Excellence Certificate of Excellence online application form Presentation of your dog Junior Handling Top Dogs 2022 Top Dogs 2016 Top Dogs 2021 Top Dogs 2015 Top Dogs 2020 Top Dogs 2014 Top Dogs 2019 Top Dogs 2013 Aims To promote the health and welfare of the German Shepherd To provide a medium for members to exchange views and information To organise and arrange Events for the GSD based on WUSV rules To provide and educational base for sharing information on - WUSV Rules and Regulations - Mandatory Health Issues - Working Qualifications To promote the GSD as per the WUSV Standard To assist members in obtaining qualifications based on the WUSV system - BH - AD - IGP1, IGP2, IGP3 - Koerung, Koerung Liebenzeit (lbz) Groupes Groupe GSD progressiste écossais Président - Secrétaire -Trésorier NWGSDG Président - Steven Horrocks, Secrétaire - Debbie Richardson, Trésorier - Phil Smith. CONTACT - Manteau Long Club de GB Président Secrétaire Trésorier Groupe GSD Midland Président Secrétaire Trésorier BGSDTC Président Secrétaire Trésorier W.Yorkshire GSD Président Secrétaire Trésorier Grading System At Regional Events held under rules adapted from the rules of the WUSV, as well as being placed in their class, each exhibit is awarded a grading which is the judge`s opinion on the exhibit's quality against the Breed Standard rather than against the other exhibits in the class. For exhibits under 12 months old VV - (VP) Vielversprechend (Very Promising) V - (P) Versprechend (Promising) WV (LP) - Weniger Versprechend (Less Promising) For exhibits over 12 months old V - Vorzueglich (Excellent) SG - Sehr Gut (Very Good) G - Gut (Good) A - Ausreichend (Sufficient) M - Mangelhaft (Faulty) U - Ungenuegend (Insufficient) Under the WUSV harmonisation programme, the awarding of the V grading is only available in the Working classes. The highest grade available in the Adult Classes is SG A GRADING OF G OR ABOVE FROM AN SV JUDGE AT A REGIONAL EVENT FULFILLS THE SHOW GRADE REQUIREMENT OF THE KORUNG . The awarding of VA (Vorzuegelich Auslese/Excellent Select) can only be awarded at a SIEGER show in the WORKING CLASSES which have passed the protection and courage test (TSB) prior to the class. This is the highest honour which can be bestowed upon an exhibit and is only awarded to a small number of exhibits. German Shepherd Dog League of Great Britain

2024 British Sieger Information, schedule and entry form. 2026 Calendar - click on the date on the main calendar for full information Event Title Event Time Event Date Change the event description to include your own content. Adjust the settings to customize the style. April 2026 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT FEBRUARY 21 Character Assessment Assessor Wayne Vessey FEBRUARY 21 IGP Trial - March 29 Character Assessment Assessor Wayne Vessey FEBRUARY 21 IGP Trial - FEBRUARY 21 Character Assessment March 29 Character Assessment Assessor Wayne Vessey

GSDL Regional Event Results 2022 Ligue des chiens de berger allemand de Grande-Bretagne Événement régional GSD League of GB-BRG 2022 ÉVÉNEMENT RÉGIONAL DE LA LIGUE GSD - 02/04/2022 JUGE - FRANÇAIS-PETER KNAUL Working Dog GHKR V1 MARINITA USKO Santos od Petkovica x Marinita Phenja abs Conbhairean Quizz Djambo v Fichtenschlag x Conbhairean Fanta Adult Dog 24mth+ SG1 KELNIK EXOSE Chilli della Valcuvia x Ursula della Fiamme Nere SG2 GAYVILLES YOGI Omen v d Zenteiche x Paris v Simpor SG3 EQUISIDE NITRO Antilli Odin x Equiside Katarina Adult Dog LSH SG1 ZANDAMOR DAX Kiki Crveni Mayestoso x Zandamor Cora SG2 SHANEVA CHRIS Antilli Odin x Peterwell Reva SG3 BRINEACK IRKO V RHIOBHCA Ian v Kleinen Zauerberg x Ardenburg Rauba mit Brineack SG4 SHANEVA ALARIK Tramella Hanx x Peterwell Reva SG5 PALUKA VALKO Kampus v Drei Birkenzwinger x Paluka Paris JHKR Yearling Dog 18-24mth SG1 DORSEY OF JONIMAY Dieke van`t Groot-Fehn x Norma du Val D`Anzin SG2 SONARIY DERRICK Lidro Dei Micelius x Arrocheyn Kascha von Sonariy JHR Junior Dog 12-18mth SG1 ARROCHEYN WARRIOR VOM GREENVELDT Warrior v Media x Tanja v Media SG2 TRIMIKAS OSLO Yoris v Osterbergerland x Gayvilles Varinka v Trimikas SG3 JUTTERNAX CATO Apollo v Schloss Solitude x Jutta od Hradcanskeho at Rybnika JKR LSH Junior Dog 12-18mth SG1 CASIANN ATLAS Eli v Juvensity x Ballynabola Ria at Casiann SG2 BLAVEN V WANAKON Grizzly v Herbramer-wald x Zinderella v Lamerak Puppy Dog 9-12mth VP1 DRAYCORE KENNETH Antilli Odin x Draycore Vera Minor Puppy Dog 6-9mth VP1 BLERIO BEZIQUE AT MASCANI Jasko v d Zenteiche x Ursula Delle Fiamme Nere VP2 ETCHICA MAX Falco v Farhantal x Etchica Esta VP3 BLERIO ANUBIS Kelnik Exose x Hura del Primopineto Working Bitch GHKh V1 MASCANI MADDIE Mascani Ikon x Astana Dayna V2 TEAM GAMEDOG AMY Nero Pike del Lupo Nero x Genta v Spektefeld V3 MACEY V D REIHERWEISER Pablo v Hammersberg x Bianca v Nordenstolz Adult Bitch 24mth+ SG1 SWNYNANT GUILIANA Fransisco di Casa Gregori x Swnynant Especially for You Adult Bitch 24mth+ SG1 MARINITA EVANNA Gavin v Hasenborn x Marinita Rubette SG2 BRIDGEVIEW FREYA Kuba v Poalstern x Carthaks Bertina SG3 NIKITA Z ROTUZKICH BAGIEN Fantom Team D`Ulmental x Andrea v Fichtenschlag abs Cruaghaire Qiwi Hazroh Xavier x Cruaghaire Catoria JHKH Yearling Bitch 18-24mth SG1 EVAWELL DUSTI Dieke van`t Groot-Fehn x Norma du Val D`Anzin JHKH LSH Yearling Bitch 18-24mth SG1 OPIUM ADI Tobi v Bierstadter Hof x Mavic Tola JKH Junior Bitch 12-18mth SG1 MASCANI SASHA Dingo di Casa Mary x Mascani Maddie SG2 MASCANI SASKIA Dingo di Casa Mary x Mascani Maddie SG3 CASIANN ATE Eli v Juvensity x Ballynabola at Casiann JKH LSH Junior Bitch 12-18mth SG1 ARROCHEYN WINTER V GREENVELDT Warrior v Media x Tanja v Media abs Cruaghaire Wrizo Hazroh Chris x Cruaghaire Jaede Puppy Bitch 9-12mth VP1 KLEHUEGEL ELECTRA Ulkan v d Zenteiche x Naike di Casa Mary abs Xoxi Solo Rigoletto Darel Solo Rigoleto x Nova v d Zenteiche abs Kleehuegel Evita Ulkan v d Zenteiche x Naike di Casa Mary Puppy Bitch LSH 9-12mth VP1 KLEEHUEGEL ESTRELLA Ulkan v d Zenteiche x Naike di Casa Mary Minor Puppy Bitch 6-9mth VP1 BAILEY V SPRINGBERG Sastor v Huhnegrab x Lorah v Springberg VP2 KLEEHUEGEL FLORENCE Sasko v d Zenteiche x Isabeau v d Zenteiche MInor Puppy Bitch LSH 6-9mth VP1 BERRA V SPRINGBERG Sastor v Huhnegrab x Lorah v Springberg

AD - Test d'endurance Prudence ausdauer GSDL BUT Le test d'endurance a pour but de prouver que le chien est capable d'un effort physique, sans qu'une fatigue importante ne se manifeste par la suite. La structure et la condition physique du chien doivent pouvoir résister aux exigences de l'ensemble de l'examen. L'examen impose des exigences accrues au corps et aux organes internes, en particulier au cœur et aux poumons. Mais il examine également d'autres propriétés, telles que le tempérament et la dureté. La gestion sans effort des performances doit être considérée comme une preuve de la santé physique et de la présence des entraînements requis. Avant le début du test, l'identité du chien doit être vérifiée. Les mêmes dispositions s'appliquent à l'agrément de l'épreuve que pour les autres examens déterminés par l'organisation nationale, . Le résultat doit être inscrit dans le carnet de scores ou sur le pedigree. Lors d'une demande d'autorisation d'événement, l'organisateur accepte la responsabilité d'effectuer le test d'endurance pendant les mois d'été uniquement au début du mois d'été. le matin ou en fin d'après-midi. La température extérieure ne doit pas dépasser 22 degrés Celsius (72 F), La participation à un test d'endurance est volontaire. Si le conducteur ou le chien se blesse au cours d'une épreuve d'endurance, ni l'organisateur ni le juge ne pourront être tenus responsables. ADMISSION DES CHIENS L'âge minimum requis est de 16 mois. Un maximum de 20 chiens sont autorisés par jour avec un juge. S'il y a plus de 20 chiens, un deuxième juge doit être utilisé. Pour des raisons de sécurité, chaque conducteur n'est autorisé à présenter qu'un seul chien. Les chiens doivent être pleinement et bien dressés. Les chiennes malades, faibles, en surchauffe, gestantes ou allaitantes ne doivent pas démarrer. Au début d'un examen, le manieur se présente auprès du juge. Le juge doit s'assurer que le chien est en bonne forme. Les chiens qui semblent fatigués ou mécontents doivent être exclus de la participation. Si un chien présente des symptômes de fatigue excessive ou d'autres déficiences pendant l'examen, il doit mettre fin à l'examen. Toutes les décisions du juge ne sont pas contestables. NOTATION Les points et les notes ne sont pas attribués, seulement réussis ou non réussis. TERRAIN L'examen se déroulera sur des routes ou des chemins de différents revêtements possibles. Par exemple : rues asphaltées ou non pavées, chemins en herbe ou en terre battue. DISTANCE L'examen couvre une distance de 20 kilomètres (12,4 miles) de longueur à une vitesse de 12 à 15 kilomètres par heure (7,5 à 9,3 mph). EXERCICE DE COURSE Le conducteur amène son chien à la position de départ pour l'examen. Le chien doit courir (selon le code de la route) du côté droit du conducteur au trot normal à côté du vélo. Évitez de faire courir le chien trop vite. La laisse doit être tenue plus longtemps pour que le chien ait la capacité de s'adapter à n'importe quel rythme. Les appareils de connexion ("springer") sont autorisés. Tirer légèrement sur la laisse n'est pas un défaut, mais le chien ne doit pas constamment se traîner et s'étouffer. Après les 8 premiers kilomètres (5 miles), une pause de 15 minutes est requise. Après la pause, 7 km supplémentaires sont à parcourir, puis une pause de 20 minutes. Durant la pause, le chien a la possibilité de se déplacer librement et sans contrainte. Peu avant le retour à la course finale, le juge doit vérifier que les chiens ne sont pas fatigués ou blessés aux pattes. Les chiens fatigués ou dont les pattes sont blessées doivent être éliminés. Après la fin de la dernière partie de course, une pause de 15 minutes doit être insérée. Pendant la récréation, le chien doit avoir la possibilité de se déplacer librement et sans contrainte. Le juge doit déterminer si le chien présente des signes de fatigue ou une blessure aux pattes. Le juge doit accompagner les chiens à vélo si possible, sinon ils doivent les suivre en voiture. Les résultats doivent être inscrits dans le carnet de scores. il est nécessaire que le conducteur/les chiens soient accompagnés d'un véhicule à moteur afin que les chiens qui ne peuvent pas continuer puissent être chargés dans le véhicule à moteur et ramenés au départ. Les chiens qui présentent des signes de fatigue exceptionnels ou qui sont incapables de supporter la vitesse minimale de 12 km/h ne peuvent pas passer l'examen. LA FIN Après le test d'endurance, les manieurs se rassembleront avec leurs chiens en position au pied. À la discrétion des juges, les chiens effectueront un bref exercice de travail au talon, en laisse ou sans. Le juge déterminera et vérifiera l'état psychologique des chiens. Ligue des chiens de berger allemand de Grande-Bretagne