77 dogs show top performance at the obedience tournament in Jelmstorf!

77 dogs show top performance at the obedience tournament in Jelmstorf!

On Sunday, July 8, 2025, it was all about four-legged friends in Jelmstorf, as national and international dog competitions took place there. A total of 77 dogs competed on the SV Jelmstorf sports field, and the calm atmosphere of the tournament, without any annoying barking, was particularly noticeable. The tournament director Regine Fabricius emphasized how harmoniously everything went, which was certainly thanks to the great effort of the dog sports club (HSV), which organized the event. Participants from cities such as Hanover, Stade, Bremen and Schleswig-Holstein took part, which also made the tournament a small national meeting.

The main focus was on the sport of “obedience”, which not only promotes obedience but also close cooperation between humans and dogs. In a course measuring 20 x 30 meters, the teams had to complete various tasks such as waiting for the dog, turning, walking backwards, sitting and overcoming low hurdles. “Obedience is more than just obedience; it is an art of communication between humans and dogs,” said Gaby Gutt, the judge, who described the requirements in the international class as particularly high.

Female power and success

HSV had an impressive 13 starters in the national classes and three in the international class. Particularly noteworthy: Of the 77 participants, only three were men, which makes the sport extremely women-friendly. The participants showed impressive performances, and three women were on the podium in the national classes: Tanja Witscher took first place, while Regine Fabricius and Simone Plachetka both took third place. Sandra Bryndel came second in the international class.

Hundreds of possibilities in obedience

The discipline of obedience, which was the focus of the competitions, offers a variety of advantages. Not only does it improve obedience and control over the dog, but it also strengthens the bond and trust between humans and animals. The training provides the dog with mental and physical stimulation and also prepares him for other dog sports. The basic exercises range from heeling to retrieval to retrieving, and the training methods are characterized by positive reinforcement and playful elements, making learning a joyful experience.

The organization of the tournament was consistently praised by the participants. In addition to exciting competitions, various stands with dog supplies and food offerings showed that physical well-being was taken care of. The HSV training sessions, which take place twice a week, serve as targeted preparation for the upcoming national championship in Tornesch near Hamburg, where the teams can once again demonstrate their skills.

In summary, the tournament in Jelmstorf impressively shows how diverse and exciting dog sports can be and how a close bond between people and dogs not only leads to great performances, but also brings a lot of joy. If you would like to find out more about the possibilities in the area of ​​obedience, please visit hundesport-kl.de lots of information.

Further details about the tasks and training in obedience can be found at all around.dog, where all facets of this fascinating dog sport are discussed.

It was a beautiful day for dogs and their people in Jelmstorf - and great proof that a very special bond is formed when exercising together!