Welcome to the
German Shepherd Schutzhund Club of Southwest Florida
The German Shepherd Schutzhund Club of Southwest Florida is located in beautiful North Fort Myers, Florida. We are proud to be a full member club of the United Schutzhund Clubs of America.
GSSCSWFL is a group of people with one common goal: to title our dogs in the sport of Schutzhund at the highest level possible. Members are required to participate in all three phases of Schutzhund; Tracking, Obedience and Protection.
We welcome any dog with working ability. Alongside our German Shepherds, we also have Rottweilers, Dobermans, Bouviers and even mixed breeds within our membership. Whether a dog is capable of doing the sport is a question of temperament, not breed. Click here to see if your dog has the ideal temperament for the sport.
Our club members work as a team, whether it is helping to work the long line, being a spotter while assisting with the clicker, stepping in for the obedience group or to offer distractions for dogs preparing to trial. Members and guests are expected to observe and participate during every training session. It is important that all club members support the club and volunteer during all trials and events.
We take our training very seriously and expect our members to be 100% committed to obtaining IPO titles. Members are encouraged to attend every training session. It is important to attend as other club members rely on each other to offer various assistance during training. Members are expected to train their dog to the best of their ability. Schutzhund is a very demanding sport and not intended for casual participation.
Guests are welcome to join us during our weekend training sessions. Our membership is open to those that are serious about training and committed to obtaining IPO titles. Please Contact Us to schedule your visit. We ask that you review our Guests policies prior to your first visit. We do not offer pet obedience but we can refer you to trainers that can assist you with various types of alternate training.
Our club is very fortunate to have experienced dog handlers and trainers who are always willing to help or just be there for advice and guidance.
Your German Shepherd Schutzhund Club of SWFL
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Dan Beitelschies and Ace heeling during the BH
Dan Richard and Charlie heeling during the BH
Jessie Blankenbuehler and Cash checking out of Tracking with USCA/SV Judge Mike Hamilton
Charlie Porter and Ozzie on their IPO3 Track
Caesar guarding guest Helper, Waine Singleton in the blind
Charlie and Helper, Neil Blankenbuehler working on the escape.
Pan guarding the Helper in the blind
Cheddar carrying the sleeve
Ayla flying with a full grip on the long bite
Julia del Rio Giles and Axl working on focused heeling
Eric LeBlanc and Cache heeling during their IPO2
Early morning tracking group
Sue Sealing and Deni staying positive in the BH Mock Trial
Mutz is smiling at the Helper
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