German Working Tests
The DKV (Deutsch Kurzhaar Verband) breed tests consist of the Derby, Solms/AZP, Zuchtschau and only Deutsch Kurzhaar (DK) can enter DKV Tests. These tests are based on a 4 point scoring system and are not available outside of DKV associated clubs.
Information on the suitability for breeding (structure, health, working/performance) under the DKV system can be found on their website:
Organized Breeding and Testing System
DKV Examination Process
JGHV (Jagdebrachshundverband e.V.) tests such as the VJP, HZP, BTR, VSwP 20/40hr and VGP. JGHV tests are based on a 12 point system, except the VGP which follows the 4 point system or Pass/Fail. Any test may only be entered twice. Below, you will find a brief description of these tests. (vom Rollenwald)
Information on the suitability for breeding (structure, health, working/performance) under the DKV system can be found on their website:
Organized Breeding and Testing System
DKV Examination Process
JGHV (Jagdebrachshundverband e.V.) tests such as the VJP, HZP, BTR, VSwP 20/40hr and VGP. JGHV tests are based on a 12 point system, except the VGP which follows the 4 point system or Pass/Fail. Any test may only be entered twice. Below, you will find a brief description of these tests. (vom Rollenwald)
Derby
The main emphasis of the Derby is to evaluate the determination of nose quality, how fluid, persistent, and systematic the search is, how quickly game is found, the steadiness of pointing, and the manner of cooperation. Also assessed is the dog’s mental stability, temperament, and maturity which are very important.
During the Derby the Wesen Test was also performed to determine the disposition/temperament and characteristics of the dogs.
The main emphasis of the Derby is to evaluate the determination of nose quality, how fluid, persistent, and systematic the search is, how quickly game is found, the steadiness of pointing, and the manner of cooperation. Also assessed is the dog’s mental stability, temperament, and maturity which are very important.
During the Derby the Wesen Test was also performed to determine the disposition/temperament and characteristics of the dogs.
Zuchtschau
A Zuchtschau is held to evaluate the conformation of the dogs according to the FCI breed standard. In order to be considered for breed eligibility a dog must have been evaluated in conformation at least "Good" and passed standard as fit for breeding. (vom Rollenwald)
During the Zuchtschau eyes and full dentition are assessed and each dog is wicketed to determine height.
A Zuchtschau is held to evaluate the conformation of the dogs according to the FCI breed standard. In order to be considered for breed eligibility a dog must have been evaluated in conformation at least "Good" and passed standard as fit for breeding. (vom Rollenwald)
During the Zuchtschau eyes and full dentition are assessed and each dog is wicketed to determine height.
Solms & AZP (Alterszuchtprufung)
Comprised of:
Field
The Solms/AZP has a lot of components and is an all day test.
Comprised of:
Field
- field search with no birds
- field search with birds
- A 150 meter duck drag
- A 350 meter rabbit drag
- A gun sensitivity retrieve test
- A blind of at least 30 meters or more
- A live duck search
The Solms/AZP has a lot of components and is an all day test.
VGP - Verbands Gebrauchs Prufung
The VGP is considered the finished dog test in the JGHV German testing system. It is run over two days and consists of the following skills:
Fieldwork
The VGP is considered the finished dog test in the JGHV German testing system. It is run over two days and consists of the following skills:
Fieldwork
- Nose
- Search
- Pointing
- Manners Behind Game
- Blind Search (placed bird)
- Feather Drag
- Retrieve Feathered Game
- Search Without Duck
- Gun Sensitivity
- Blind Retrieve
- Search Behind Duck
- Manner of Duck Retrieve
- Blood Track
- Fox/Raccoon Over Obstacle
- Fox/Raccoon Drag
- Fox/Raccoon Retrieve Score
- Rabbit Drag
- Rabbit Retrieve Score
- Independent Search
- Dense Cover Search
- General
- Drive Hunt
- Heel on lead
- Heel off lead
- Down Stay (out of site shots)
- Steadiness to Wing
- Steadiness to Shot
