Toronto Schutzhund Club Information

Although formed earlier, the Toronto Schutzhund Club (TSC) was officially recognized as a registered not-for-profit organization in August of 1992. We are active supporters of and are dedicated to the Schutzhund sport. Enthusiasm, dedication and training methods have proven the TSC to be one of the most successful clubs in Ontario with multiple titles and awards earned by past and present members. We are very proud of our accomplishments:

 BH - 47    SchH A - 1    SchH 1 - 28     SchH 2 - 24     SchH 3 - 32    IPO 1 - 4      IPO 3 - 2      AD - 15     FH - 1

TR's - 7   

19 Ontario Regional competitors       10 GSSCC National competitors

                                                                  1 World Championship Competitor

Hosting 3 Regional Championships, a German Shepherd Schutzhund Club of Canada National  Championship and the first stand alone Show for Ontario as a Region 


The TSC is a member of the German Shepherd Schutzhund Club of Canada (GSSCC) in the Ontario, Canada region. We are also a WUSV (World Union of German Shepherd Dog Clubs) club. Our club is primarily made up of German Shepherd dogs but we do extend membership opportunities to all other breeds which are capable of the work and have all the necessary drives and sound temperament. The bond and synergy of the dog/handler team is of utmost importance to success in the sport.

As a club we train extensively - aiming for our dogs and handlers to compete at their highest levels possible. The foundation work (obedience) in training is key to success. Basic components coupled with developed prey drive form the foundation on which we build. Ensuring a strong foundation means achieving success in all 3 phases - Tracking, Obedience and Protection. We rely on the help of fellow members as spotters to progress our training. It's a team effort throughout. We regularly host and attend training seminars with top trainers/handlers to continue our learning.

Our 15 acre club grounds are fully equipped with a clubhouse and washroom facilities. We are located at 12825 Leslie Street, 1 kilometer north of the Stouffville Sideroad (just west of Highway 404). Look for the sign with our logo at the end of the driveway. Visitors are always welcome. Click here for a map to the grounds.

We train on Tuesday and Thursday nights (starting at approximately 5:30 pm) and Sundays (starting with Tracking north of the city in Georgina at 8:00 am) - RAIN or SHINE. The field is also equipped with lighting for evening training. Indoor training starts in December and runs until the end of March depending on the weather. Members are expected to train at least twice a week. While we have high expectations of all our members and their dogs we also believe that it should be a fun and rewarding experience so the social aspects of training together make it even more worthwhile.

 

Vince Stragapete
Steve Brooks
Susan Stragapete
      
President
Vice President
Sec./Treasurer
          
416-244-2065

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