Guest and Membership Information

    As with many sports enthusiasts AWDA members enjoy the unique camaraderie and friendship that grows out of pursuing common interests and goals.  Because participation in the sport breeds a special closeness not only between the single owner and dog but collectively as a group, we usually invite prospective members to train with us several times. This gives us all a chance to meet and become acquainted with one another and gives the person(s) contemplating membership a chance to truly understand AWDA.  This prospective member may then be asked to join the club and apply for a trial or probationary membership for a specific period of time before the club votes to award him/her full membership status.

    It goes without saying that an AWDA member supports their fellow members at events and trials, and an AWDA membership also requires volunteer time to help with field maintenance, housekeeping, trials, seminars, conformation shows, breed surveys and other events hosted by our club. 

    In keeping with the true meaning of Schutzhund training and culture, we welcome guests – whether traveling from the next county, across the country or the world. If you find yourself in our area please accept our invitation to come visit and train with us at any time.  We’d love to see you!