Wild West Dogsport (WWDS) is the biggest DVG club in North America at this time! We have over 100 members, with most of our members actively training & competing. WWDS has 16 members that have achieved DVG helper certifications. Our training director is esteemed DVG trial judge and National and International competitor Joel Monroe.
WWDS offers 4-5 club trials every year and has hosted regional and national championships. We represent the Western KG (region) at regional competitions and regularly send multiple teams to compete in the DVG-America National Championship. We frequently host training seminars and helper certifications.
In 2020, WWDS club members achieved 52 new titles, 19 BHs, 9 IGP 1s, 6 IGP 2s, 15 IGP 3s, 1 Pr 1, 1 Pr 2, and 1 Pr 3. Seven of our members earned V scores in individual phases and 1 an overall V score. We also sent 6 teams to the DVG America National Championship.
President: Ann Boyce | Vice-President: Britt Coffman | Secretary: Justin Bellum
Treasurer: Melody Faifer | Training Director: Joel Monroe
We do not currently offer Family Memberships for Delano Training Group Family Members.
You may choose to join as an additional Delano Training Group member, or apply as an active or associate family member. Please read the membership descriptions for each choice to determine your preference.
Don't hesitate to reach out to us if we can help in any way!
For those actively training dog(s) in Delhi and/or as drop-ins in Delano.
$185* to join - Yearly renewals of $185*
Includes:
Internationally recognized DVG Scorebooks
Represent WWDS in regional, national, & in-ternational competitions
Discounted WWDS club trial entry fees*
Discounted pricing at club seminars*
Discounted training in Delhi and Delano*
*all fees & discounts subject to change
For those wishing to participate in weekly training seminars in Delano and/or Delhi.
$300* to join - Yearly renewals of $100*
Includes a commitment to pre-paid monthly training fees based on the number of training days in Delano. First dog $30, second dog $20, addl. dogs $15. $5 ice chest fee/mo.
Includes:
*all fees & discounts subject to change
For spouses/partners living at the same address as an active or associate member.
$115* to join - Yearly renewals of $115*
Includes:
Family members do not receive an additional copy of the quarterly magazine.
Internationally recognized DVG Scorebooks
Represent WWDS in regional, national, & in-ternational competitions
Discounted WWDS club trial entry fees*
Discounted pricing at club seminars*
Discounted training in Delhi and Delano*
*all fees & discounts subject to change
For spouses/partners living at the same address as the Associate member.
$95 to join - Yearly renewals of $95
Includes:
Family members do not receive an additional copy of the quarterly magazine.
Note: Associate family members do not get discounts on training fees and are not allowed to participate in the "draw" for training in Delhi.
*all fees & discounts subject to change
For those who reside out of the area or are unable to participate regularly in training.
$120* to join - Yearly renewals of $120*
Includes:
Note: Associate members do not get discounts on training fees and are not allowed to participate in the "draw" for training in Delhi.
*all fees & discounts subject to change
Note:
Current DVG certified helpers receive a discount of $85.00 on their yearly Wild West Dogsport membership fees! If you are interested in becoming a DVG certified helper, please contact a club officer!
Click the link below to read important rules for training, trialing, and representing Wild West Dogsport as a member:
By submitting my application, I agree that every dog I bring to any function of Wild West Dogsport will at all times be in the care and control of its handler. I further understand that by participating I agree to be fully responsible for the actions of my dog(s) while on the training grounds.
I agree to hold Wild West Dogsport, its members, decoys and trial judges, and all property owners HARMLESS for loss and injury allegedly caused directly or indirectly to any person or thing by the act of my dog while on the site. I hereby assume all responsibility for such claims. I further relinquish all claims and agree to hold Wild West Dogsport, its members, decoys and trial judges, and all property owners HARMLESS for loss or injury that may have been caused directly or indirectly to myself or my dog during participation in WWDS activities.
I agree to conduct myself with good sportsmanship and in a way that reflects well on myself, my club, and the sport of Schutzhund. I understand that abusive training or unsportsmanlike behavior may result in a board disciplinary action with no refund of fees.