We feel that we are partners in a sport that is truly unique in dog training.  If you love training and working your dog, we feel our organization has the most to offer, regardless of the breed you own.

DVG is an all breed training organization. Our main interest is training and titling dogs in the sport of Schutzhund, with no preference given to any specific breed.  We are interested in the character of each dog, so it can be trained to its highest possible ability. In addition to the BH (Companion Dog), WH (Watch Dog), FH 1 & 2 (Advanced Tracking titles) and VPG 1, 2, & 3 (Schutzhund titles), we also offer Tracking 1, 2, & 3, Obedience 1, 2, & 3, and Protection 1, 2, & 3. There is something in which every dog and handler can participate and enjoy working together.

If this type of training interests you, we will help you develop the tools for a strong training foundation for both you and your dog.  If you need help, ask and you will get it. Please contact me for any questions you might have, and if I cannot answer them for you, I will find some one else that will be able to help you with your question. There are people who can answer them and will be happy to do so.  We want you to enjoy the sport just as we do.

In DVG, we have a good time and we support each other. Our Nationals are not just for the super dogs and handlers, but for all of us to participate in. We offer VPG 1, 2, & 3 in our DVG Nationals. Yes, we choose the one dog/handler team which will represent LV America in Germany at the DHV Deutsche Meisterschaft, but a lot of us participate with our dogs just because we have a good time in the sport.  We all work hard, but we have a great time just getting together, seeing old friends and making new ones.

I, personally, would like to welcome you to the Western Region of LV/DVG America.  If I can help you in any way, the best way to contact me is by email.  It is: DVGJUDGE@msn.com

I wish you the best of luck with your dogs, training, and trials!

 Ray Reid, President

Western Region Schutzhund Verband