We typically rent a house for ourselves and other puppy owners who are planning on testing their dog. If you would like to join us, please email Nate and Gretchen at info@ironoakdogs.com so we can begin gauging interest.

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Test Entry Form (Formblatt 1)

Below are examples of completed entry forms for dogs within the litter listed. You can copy/paste the test details, birthdate, dam & sire, breeder information, etc.

Be sure to check off the VJP box in the top section, and fill out you & your dog’s individual information, such as kennel name, microchip number, ZBr, the owner/handler info, including your hunting license number, etc.

Formblatt 1 - WILDBLUMEN B LITTER example

Formblatt 1 - EISENEICHE A LITTER example

Test Fees

About the VJP Test

The VJP is a test that evaluates the natural abilities of a young versatile hunting dog.  Most of the pups who run a VJP are between 6 and 18 months of age.  A full VJP (with 5 dogs) will usually last for an entire day.  A VJP consists of three main phases of judging: Search, Pointing, and Tracking.  Your pup will be expected to search a field, find and point at least 1 wild/liberated bird, and track wild cottontail rabbits/jackrabbits in another area. 

The VJP judges evaluate 5 attributes throughout the day.  Those attributes are as follows:

1. Tracking- A dog is required to demonstrate a willingness, desire and ability to concentrate under difficult hunting conditions. The manner of the dog is also noted.

2. Nose - The degree of accurate scent discrimination and how sensitive the nose is, are evaluated. The nose is evaluated during Search, Pointing and Tracking.

3. Search- A dog is evaluated on the desire to find game, style, and stamina coupled with an impressive search pattern.  A dog is also evaluated on how steady it is to gunshot.

4. Pointing- A dog is evaluated on the duration and intensity of the point, and must indicate the location of the game.

5. Cooperation- The ability for the dog to remain attentive and to be a team member is a very highly valued trait. The dog needs to demonstrate the ability to know where the handler is, be able to change direction with the handler and have the ability to note the location of his handler when working out of sight.

A dog can be rated on a 1-11 scale for each of the 5 attribute categories.  Dogs that give an exceptional performance in extreme conditions can also earn a 12 in the tracking and nose subjects.  The tracking and nose scores are multipled by 2 and added to the search, pointing, and cooperation scores for a final score.

Source

Two days of hands on learning & application of the language of modern dog training. All spots are working spots, but you may attend without a dog. Content covered in this seminar is applicable to all training disciplines, but focuses on sporting breeds including retrievers, flushers, pointers, and versatile. An online theory course is provided to all attendees in advance of the seminar to maximize hands-on time with dogs.

Registration includes entrance for one person. Every participant may bring dog(s), provided you can adequately contain them in your vehicle when not working. The seminar includes role play to illustrate concepts, demonstration with suitable dogs in different stages of training, and time for all handlers to work their dogs on basic exercises.

NePoPo® is a registered trademark of B.C.BB B.V. (Michael and Bart Bellon) and is used here with permission.

Ruffed grouse and woodcock hunting in the mitten! Five to six bedrooms are available ranging from $1200 for a private room to $300 for a shared space are available.

Included with your registration:

• 6 nights accommodations

• Webinar covering e-scouting, packing list, safety considerations for humans and dogs

• Coffee and breakfast each morning

These hunt camps are unguided DIY events. Our aim is to put you in an area with good bird numbers and help you understand how to be successful hunting wild birds with your own dog.

Contact Nate for more information. nate@ironoakdogs.com

Hunt pheasants and huns in Iowa! Iowa is a sleeper state for upland game and bird numbers seem to be on the upswing. 5 - 7 bedrooms are available for the week ranging in price from $1200 for a private room to $300 for shared room/couch.

Included with your registration:

• 6 nights accommodations

• Webinar covering e-scouting, packing list, safety considerations for humans and dogs

• Coffee and breakfast each morning

These hunt camps are unguided DIY events. Our aim is to put you in an area with good bird numbers and help you understand how to be successful hunting wild birds with your own dog.

Email Nate for more information. nate@ironoakdogs.com

Quail hunting in the mountains and deserts of New Mexico! Five to six bedrooms are available ranging from $1200 for a private room to $300 for a shared space are available.

Included with your registration:

• 6 nights accommodations

• Webinar covering e-scouting, packing list, safety considerations for humans and dogs

• Coffee and breakfast each morning

These hunt camps are unguided DIY events. Our aim is to put you in an area with good bird numbers and help you understand how to be successful hunting wild birds with your own dog.

Contact Nate for more information. nate@ironoakdogs.com