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Types of Membership in KWDC
Full KWDC Members are the backbone of our Schutzhund club. They are entitled to all the rights and
privileges of membership, as well as the responsibilities. Full members may vote and hold office, have
unlimited training privileges, and are entitled to a feature page on the club web site. They also may receive
price breaks on seminars, trials and other events if the club breaks even on the event.
All Full Members must also be members in good standing of The German Shepherd Dog Club of America-
Working Dog Association, Inc. (GSDCA-WDA)
•Single membership: $150+ WDA membership
•Family membership: $225+ WDA membership
•Youth membership: $18+ WDA membership
Associate Members are club supporters and have unlimited training privileges and are entitled to a
feature page on the club web site. Associate members may not vote or hold office. They pay advertised
prices on seminars and trials.
•Single membership: $150
•Family membership: $225
•Youth membership: $18
Satellite Supporters are a person who wishes to support the club and/or train with us from time to time.
They may be taking a break from training, live outside the area, or are otherwise unable to participate fully.
Satellite supporters can train during regular club sessions up to 4 times per year and are entitled to a
feature page on the club web site. Satellite members may not vote or hold office. They pay advertised
prices on seminars and trials.
•Satellite supporter fee- $50 per person
OTHER INFORMATION
•Dues are paid yearly on April 1st. Members joining after Aug. will be pro-rated.
•There is a $1.00 per training session per dog fee that goes into a "petty cash" fund for incidentals such as
helper appreciation gifts, drinks and snacks.
•Dues, fees, expenses and tuition are non-transferable and non-refundable.
Full KWDC Members are the backbone of our Schutzhund club. They are entitled to all the rights and
privileges of membership, as well as the responsibilities. Full members may vote and hold office, have
unlimited training privileges, and are entitled to a feature page on the club web site. They also may receive
price breaks on seminars, trials and other events if the club breaks even on the event.
All Full Members must also be members in good standing of The German Shepherd Dog Club of America-
Working Dog Association, Inc. (GSDCA-WDA)
•Single membership: $150+ WDA membership
•Family membership: $225+ WDA membership
•Youth membership: $18+ WDA membership
Associate Members are club supporters and have unlimited training privileges and are entitled to a
feature page on the club web site. Associate members may not vote or hold office. They pay advertised
prices on seminars and trials.
•Single membership: $150
•Family membership: $225
•Youth membership: $18
Satellite Supporters are a person who wishes to support the club and/or train with us from time to time.
They may be taking a break from training, live outside the area, or are otherwise unable to participate fully.
Satellite supporters can train during regular club sessions up to 4 times per year and are entitled to a
feature page on the club web site. Satellite members may not vote or hold office. They pay advertised
prices on seminars and trials.
•Satellite supporter fee- $50 per person
OTHER INFORMATION
•Dues are paid yearly on April 1st. Members joining after Aug. will be pro-rated.
•There is a $1.00 per training session per dog fee that goes into a "petty cash" fund for incidentals such as
helper appreciation gifts, drinks and snacks.
•Dues, fees, expenses and tuition are non-transferable and non-refundable.
Becoming a Member:
If you're interested in the sport, not afraid of hard work, and would like to be a part of our group, here are
the steps to becoming a member. Applications can be printed here or provided by the club secretary.
•perspective member initiation fee, $50
(you will get 2 training sessions, an evaluation & a start up package that includes information, rules and
training tips.)
1. Submit your application and 50.00 non refundable initiation fee to the club secretary.
2. Attend 2 consecutive training sessions. During that time, the Training Director will evaluate your dog and
inform you if he thinks you and your dog are suited to the sport of Schutzhund.
3. After your evaluation, It requires approval from three-quarters of the members present to activate your
membership. (at least 3 of the executive members must be present)
4. Pay your club dues and you are ready to rock and roll. Full and Associate Member dues may be
prorated quarterly.
5. Full Members must submit application to WDA if not already a member. You will remain an Associate
member of KWDC until you attain membership in WDA.
Each person attending club activities must check in with the club secretary and sign a waiver of liability
form & acknowledgment of reading of the club rules. We always welcome visitors and prospective new
members at Kansas Working Dog Club!
Schutzhund is a fun sport for dog and handler, but it requires a serious commitment of time and effort.
There is also a limit to how many dogs we can effectively work. Therefore, while membership is not closed
or limited at this time, we must be very selective in admitting new members. What we look for in a handler
is a serious interest in the sport, the initiative to learn not just from club training sessions but also from
books, videos, seminars, and other resources, and a willingness to actively participate as a team member
in training and other club activities.
If you're interested in the sport, not afraid of hard work, and would like to be a part of our group, here are
the steps to becoming a member. Applications can be printed here or provided by the club secretary.
•perspective member initiation fee, $50
(you will get 2 training sessions, an evaluation & a start up package that includes information, rules and
training tips.)
1. Submit your application and 50.00 non refundable initiation fee to the club secretary.
2. Attend 2 consecutive training sessions. During that time, the Training Director will evaluate your dog and
inform you if he thinks you and your dog are suited to the sport of Schutzhund.
3. After your evaluation, It requires approval from three-quarters of the members present to activate your
membership. (at least 3 of the executive members must be present)
4. Pay your club dues and you are ready to rock and roll. Full and Associate Member dues may be
prorated quarterly.
5. Full Members must submit application to WDA if not already a member. You will remain an Associate
member of KWDC until you attain membership in WDA.
Each person attending club activities must check in with the club secretary and sign a waiver of liability
form & acknowledgment of reading of the club rules. We always welcome visitors and prospective new
members at Kansas Working Dog Club!
Schutzhund is a fun sport for dog and handler, but it requires a serious commitment of time and effort.
There is also a limit to how many dogs we can effectively work. Therefore, while membership is not closed
or limited at this time, we must be very selective in admitting new members. What we look for in a handler
is a serious interest in the sport, the initiative to learn not just from club training sessions but also from
books, videos, seminars, and other resources, and a willingness to actively participate as a team member
in training and other club activities.
OUR TRAINING PHILOSOPHY
Schutzhund is a three-phase sport involving tracking, obedience, and protection. The obedience portion of
the sport is present in all three phases, and is of the UTMOST importance in the protection phase. Thus, a
major focus of our training will be in obedience and control.
Schutzhund is a sport involving teamwork. The dog and handler function as a team. Our goal and training
philosophy is to teach the dog and handler to function as a team, each with its own responsibilities as a
team member. Not all dogs are capable physically or mentally of achieving titles. Our aim is to help you
and your dog to achieve the highest level you are both capable of attaining, and develop a working
relationship. Perfection is not an option for every handler or every dog. The important thing is progression.
It is therefore expected that you both progress in your knowledge and skill.
Since Schutzhund is a three-phase sport, members are expected to participate in all three phases. In other
words, if tracking and obedience are not evident in your training program, then you will not be permitted to
participate in the protection work. Naturally, all dogs mature at different rates. Thus your training plan may
at times focus more on one area or another. We will assist you in designing a training plan that best meets
the needs of you and your dog.
As a training club, our goal is to train you to train your dog. No one is an expert. Some of us have more
experience than others, but even the experienced can gain insight and knowledge.
As a club, we strive to function through teamwork. As a member of that team, we expect you to learn
through observation and participation. One of your responsibilities will be to ask for and seek guidance. As
a functioning part of the whole team, do not be afraid to ask someone to assist or critique you in your
performance. It is sometimes difficult for you to know how you are handling your dog, and how your dog is
responding to your handling techniques. Thus we encourage you to ask one of the experienced members
to watch your training and assist or guide as needed. It is our aim to help you teach your dog properly from
the beginning.
As a team member, it is also important to support all of the members on trial day. As a nervous competitor,
there is nothing so gratifying as to have a fellow club member give a word of encouragement before
entering or leaving the trial field. Your support is needed, and greatly appreciated. By supporting all
members, and encouraging all members to do the very best they can, we will be a club that exists as a
team. We hope that all can be successful, and achieve their goals, and most importantly have fun doing it.
Schutzhund is a three-phase sport involving tracking, obedience, and protection. The obedience portion of
the sport is present in all three phases, and is of the UTMOST importance in the protection phase. Thus, a
major focus of our training will be in obedience and control.
Schutzhund is a sport involving teamwork. The dog and handler function as a team. Our goal and training
philosophy is to teach the dog and handler to function as a team, each with its own responsibilities as a
team member. Not all dogs are capable physically or mentally of achieving titles. Our aim is to help you
and your dog to achieve the highest level you are both capable of attaining, and develop a working
relationship. Perfection is not an option for every handler or every dog. The important thing is progression.
It is therefore expected that you both progress in your knowledge and skill.
Since Schutzhund is a three-phase sport, members are expected to participate in all three phases. In other
words, if tracking and obedience are not evident in your training program, then you will not be permitted to
participate in the protection work. Naturally, all dogs mature at different rates. Thus your training plan may
at times focus more on one area or another. We will assist you in designing a training plan that best meets
the needs of you and your dog.
As a training club, our goal is to train you to train your dog. No one is an expert. Some of us have more
experience than others, but even the experienced can gain insight and knowledge.
As a club, we strive to function through teamwork. As a member of that team, we expect you to learn
through observation and participation. One of your responsibilities will be to ask for and seek guidance. As
a functioning part of the whole team, do not be afraid to ask someone to assist or critique you in your
performance. It is sometimes difficult for you to know how you are handling your dog, and how your dog is
responding to your handling techniques. Thus we encourage you to ask one of the experienced members
to watch your training and assist or guide as needed. It is our aim to help you teach your dog properly from
the beginning.
As a team member, it is also important to support all of the members on trial day. As a nervous competitor,
there is nothing so gratifying as to have a fellow club member give a word of encouragement before
entering or leaving the trial field. Your support is needed, and greatly appreciated. By supporting all
members, and encouraging all members to do the very best they can, we will be a club that exists as a
team. We hope that all can be successful, and achieve their goals, and most importantly have fun doing it.