IronDog International

01/17/2025

This weekend in Bartow Fl

12/17/2024

If you are wondering what the IDP 1 routine looks like...Here it is!
**A focused heel is not required
**Your dogs does not need a formal guard
**Handler can decide how to disengage from the decoy

For all of the rules and routine guidelines visit our website to learn more! Earn your IDP1 this January at our Frost Bites Trial!!
Enter here...
https://form.jotform.com/243315154903148

12/16/2024

It’s your favorite and ours…the IDP1 (irondog protection). Here’s your chance to come out and show what your dog is capable of! Check out the routine and rules here.
https://www.irondoginternational.com/idp1-idp3

January 18-19 we’re offering the IDP1 and a whole bunch of other titling opportunities. Don’t forget to register ⬇️ …it’s going it fill up FAST 💨
https://form.jotform.com/243315154903148

Teams do not need a focused heel to compete in the IDP routines. Teams must begin at IDP 1 and pass to move up in levels.

12/15/2024

We will be offering the DHT (defense of handler), GDT (guard dog test) and the NEW GDT 1 this coming January. Check out the rules and routines!

**beginning April 2025, the GDT will be a prerequisite to compete in the ID3 (triathlon) and IDP (irondog protection) routines. So here’s your chance to earn your titles!!

The DHT is a civil exercise, we are testing the dogs courage to stand and perform a civil display towards a forward moving aggressor.

12/15/2024

Save THIS Date!
IronDog Protection Tournament and ID3 weekend coming in February. More details and registration to come!
Follow our event page for more information.

12/14/2024

We’re 5 weeks away from our next trial January 18-19 in Bartow, FL! Take a look at the IDTT routine and if you’re wondering what all of the *NEW* routines look like, visit our website www.irondoginternational.com for all the info!

You won’t want to miss this event! Register NOW…
https://form.jotform.com/243315154903148

12/09/2024

Wondering what IronDog is all about!? Check out the routines and rules here!

If you want to challenge you and your dog, have a fun and safe competition environment then IronDog is for you!

Our Mission is to make dogs sports accessible for owners and handlers.  Whether you are new to dog sports or are a seasoned handler and competitor, we have something for everyone! Our goal is to create a fair, safe and fun environment for handlers and their dogs to compete.  We offer an open invit...

12/09/2024

Look what we have cookin'!
Don't miss your chance to come out and not just earn some titles and have fun with your dog!

This IronDog is new, fun and challenging. We have revamped the routines to make them fair but also with the mindset to put your training to the test. We not only have done some work to the routines to challenge competitors but also added levels to some of your favorites like the GDT (guard dog test), DHT (defense of handler) and have worked the IDPs (irondog protection) into something we know everyone will enjoy!

Check out the website for all of the NEW routines, rules and explanations. If you are looking for FAIR judging, consistency in routines and a challenge for you and your dog, do not sleep on this! Registration is limited and we suspect will fill up.

REGISTRATION...
https://form.jotform.com/243315154903148

WEBSITE for routines...
www.irondoginternational.com

11/27/2024

What a FUN WEEKEND!!!
Lots of new titles were earned and LOTS of fun was had by both dogs and competitors. Let’s see all those title pics 💚🎉🤩

11/27/2024

Jillian and Snitch performing the IDTT this past weekend. The temperament test is meant to show a dog’s neutrality in many different situations. This is an excellent representation of the routine.😍 Your dog does NOT need a focused heel to title in this routine. They just need to be “with you”. 😍Your dog should be neutral to people and environmental distractions.😍Your dog should be able to stay in a position with a stranger while the handler walks away. 😍Goal of this routine is to show some level of obedience and control.

11/26/2024

I’m a little late on this post but I wanted to let the weekend set in, and take time to reflect on it.

I want to thank all of the competitors who came out and not only supported IronDog International but the level of competition that showed up was amazing, you folks went on the field and put it all out there! It was great meeting new folks and established friends as well! Without you folks there is no sport, thank you!

I need to thank my decoys for all of there hard work! Evan, Otto and Adam, thank you for being safe, and professional out there, we had some bangers show up and you guys made it look easy, I appreciate you brothers! Without you it doesn’t happen!

I also need to give a huge thank you to Jillian who oversees and plans these events and puts in countless hours behind the scenes to make it look effortless! Thank you friend, I appreciate you more than words can express. Your time, your dedication, and most importantly your friendship is deeply appreciated!

Otto Sturm, thank you brother for supplying us with and outstanding field, and all that you do, brother your the best, thank you!

We will be posting dates in the near future for our next events, thank you all and LET’S GO! See y’all next time!

11/23/2024

Let’s GO!

11/22/2024

THIS WEEKEND 🎉🤩
Come and learn all about IronDog Saturday
Put you and your dog to the test and trial Sunday!
Check in 9-9:30 and start 10am (both days)!

11/18/2024

THIS WEEKEND...Don't miss it!!!

We’re getting ready…ARE YOU!!
Don’t forget to register for our upcoming event!

https://form.jotform.com/242986507387169

Saturday is a mock trial set up where you can learn the routines and practice. Lunch will be provided.

SUNDAY come out and earn your titles! We will be running all of the same events that we teach/practice Saturday!!

Don’t miss your opportunity to have some FUN WITH YOUR DOG! Preregistration gets you discounted entries 🤩

11/06/2024

We’re getting ready…ARE YOU!!
Don’t forget to register for our upcoming event!

https://form.jotform.com/242986507387169

Saturday is a mock trial set up where you can learn the routines and practice. Lunch will be provided.

SUNDAY come out and earn your titles! We will be running all of the same events that we teach/practice Saturday!!

Don’t miss your opportunity to have some FUN WITH YOUR DOG! Preregistration gets you discounted entries 🤩

10/29/2024

For Everyone asking about merch…WE GOT IT!!
Get your IronDog gear HERE ⬇️

If you are a dog enthusiast or into working dogs and sports, we have a shirt for you!