Contact RVSC
Tell us about your dog, your experience level and what you want to train for.
Membership
Join the Rogue Valley Schutzhund Club
Start by learning how our training days work and whether RVSC is the right fit for you and your dog.
Getting Started
Joining begins with watching, asking questions and learning the expectations.
IGP takes time and consistency. The best first step is to contact the club, tell us about your dog and your goals, and come observe a training day before deciding whether to pursue membership.
Observe Training
Watch how the club works, ask questions and get a realistic picture of the sport.
Build a Plan
If the fit is right, we help you understand what to work on and how to participate responsibly.
Who This Is For
Serious handlers and capable dogs.
RVSC welcomes handlers who want to learn, show up consistently, support other members and develop their dog through tracking, obedience and protection. We welcome any dog with working ability, including German Shepherds, Rottweilers, Malinois, Dobermans, Giant Schnauzers and other capable breeds or mixes.
- Be prepared for consistent training and handler education.
- Protection work is structured and controlled, not casual bite work.
- Training is built around sport, safety and responsible dog handling.
Membership Expectations
Before becoming a member
RVSC may limit new applicants when needed so active members can continue receiving quality training and support.
Visit First
Interested handlers are asked to come out, meet the club, and participate in at least four training sessions so everyone can make sure the goals and training methods are a good fit.
Personal Fit Matters
Membership is not only about the dog. It is also about the handler, the club culture, personal safety, shared goals and the ability to work well with other members.
Support the Club
Members are expected to support fellow members at events and trials and to assist with the work required to keep club training days, seminars and trials running.
Guests are welcome. If you are traveling through Southern Oregon or want to learn more about IGP, contact RVSC before coming out so the club can confirm the schedule and help you prepare.
Have questions?
Tell us about your dog and your training goals.
Contact the club before coming out so we can point you in the right direction and help you understand what to bring.