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.....Huge loss for Rottweiler world

 

On the death of Dirk Vandecasteele, a man whom we all owe very much

                                       by Peter Friedrich

We are deeply saddened to inform the friends of the Rottweiler that Dirk Vandecasteele passed away on 14 December after a long and serious illness. Dirk Vandecasteele always worked in an exemplary manner and with great effect for the positive and reasonable development of the Rottweiler. He was the president of the International Federation of Rottweiler Friends and breeding judge for many years. Constructive teamwork was always a matter of course for him, from which we all benefited. His priorities as far as the Rottweiler was concerned were clear and exemplary. Health, longevity, impeccable social behaviour and pronounced working dog characteristics were always the fundamental components of the breed type for him. He actively and tirelessly counteracted any form of exaggeration in the interpretation of the breed type. I am sure I am speaking on behalf of everyone who cares about the Rottweiler in its role as a partner to humans when I say that Dirk deserves the greatest recognition. It is very, very sad to have to carry on without him. We will not only honour Dirk Vandecasteele's memory, but will also continue to see him and his actions as an incentive and obligation to work for the welfare of the Rottweiler in the same way as he did.

 


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IFR Championship 2024

 
The IFR World Championship of IGP and IFH, from Monday 14th October to Saturday 19th in Jablonec, Slovakia is over.
 
The event was a success despite the windy but beautiful weather. Wind can sometimes be a challenge when tracking, but it worked well in most cases.
 
I am pleased to describe the organization of the IFR World Championship as first class. The organizational team, led by Director Marcel Hausknecht and his team, did an outstanding job. It should be mentioned as very positive that all participants found fair conditions, both on the track and in the stadium. The two protection helpers did a good job over the three days. The judges judged fairly and with a clear, tough concept.
 
There were questions about the tracking dog qualification. Although the FCI rules are clear, «a dog must be shown at the highest passed level», this rule was not understood by all teams and therefore not adhered to. The organizer, led by Marcel Hausknecht, was able to successfully solve the problems, to everyone's satisfaction.
 
The performance level of the tracking dogs and also of IGP A, B and C demonstrated many outstanding works. As I was there as a participant, I know how many hours of hard work are necessary for solid work. Yes, it takes good training methods, a good dog, and a bit of luck to achieve a good result. For some participants it worked better than for others.
 
The IFR congratulates the winners and wishes all Rottweiler friends continued successful sport.
 
I wish everyone a safe journey home/flight home and maybe we'll see each other in Hungary next year.
 
I hope that I see many delegates at the delegate meeting in Rottweil on November 2nd, 2024.
 
On behalf of the IFR Executive Board
 
Walter Horn, IFR President

Delegates meeting Germany

To the delegates of the IFR member countries, 

Invitation to the extraordinary general meeting on November 2nd, 2024, in Rottweil, Germany.

I ask all delegates to book the hotel "Pension Haas-Hotel am Turm" themselves as soon as possible and to send me a confirmation of participation.
Link to the hotel: https://hotelamturm.comPension Haas- Hotel am TurmBalinger Strasse 13378628 Rottweil Telephone: 0741 48001834E-mail: info@hotelamturm.comThe delegate meeting starts on November 2nd at 2 p.m.

The IFR board invites you to an aperitif at 6 p.m.The IFR was founded on May 16th, 1969. 55 years later, the IFR is now to be given a legal form with statutes under German law. The IFR statutes contain the rules and regulations that the IFR must observe when it wants to decide something. The statutes regulate, for example, procedures or regulations. The new statutes will also include a complete renewal election of the board.

November 2, 2024, is an important day for Rottweiler dog friends worldwide and your presence is important and crucial.The detailed agenda will be sent to you before the meeting.I look forward to your registration and remain with best regards.

On behalf of the IFR Board

Walter Horn, President

 

P.S The hotel has been pre-booked by the IFR. Hence, it seems as if all rooms are occupied. But plenty of rooms are available.

Please contact directly Nadine Heckmann Pension Haas-Hotel am TurmBalinger Strasse 133, 78628 RottweilTel: +49 741 48001834Fax: +49 741 48001835info@hotelamturm.com

IFR World Winner 2024 show Hungary

 IFR WORLD WINNER SHOW 2024 Hungary on the 01-02.06.2024.
Judges: CHRISTIAN BERNBACHER-Austria, DENK TSABA LASZL L-Hungary, GUIDO RAPPOLD - Germany,JOUNI NUMMELA-Finland 
Location: Aero Hotel & Restaurant & Sports Airport 6078 Jakabszálás (HUNGARY)
IFR Junior World Winner male Henry von Sieben Kronen
IFR Junior World Winner female Jasmine von Kiskovski 
IFR World Winner male Tom von der Crossener Ranch II
IFR World Winner Female BOB , BEST Female Freya vom Weiltal II 
Best Male, BOS U'Veljko Flash Rouse 
 
2024 IFR World Winner Results:  (PDF.)
 
 
 

The IFR World Championship of IGP and IFH, from Monday 16th October to Saturday 21st in JindřichůvHradec is over.

 

A quick look back at the past few days comes to an excellent conclusion. I am pleased to describe the organization of the IFR World Championship as superb. The organizational team, led by Director Karel Frank, did an outstanding job. A magnifying glass would probably have to be used to find problems and potential for improvement. Hence, a big THANK YOU and a big APPLAUSE to the organization.

It should be mentioned as very positive that all participants found fair conditions, both on the track and in the stadium. The two protection helpers did an excellent job over the three days. The sleeve was well presented to all dogs.

The gifts for the participants were greatly appreciated by everyone. The trophies for the winners are not only big, but also very beautiful.

My heart beats for IGP and what I've been able to see over the past few days has made my heartbeat faster. The performance level of the B and C demonstrations showed many outstanding works. There have been a lot of positive changes, not just in breeding, but also in training methods in recent years. It takes a good dog, good training methods and a bit of luck to win the world championship. The IFR congratulates the winners and wishes all Rottweiler friends continued successful sport.

I wish everyone a safe journey home/flight home and maybe we'll see each other in Slovakia next year.

On behalf of the IFR Executive Board

Walter Horn, President

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