SOME OF THE ABBREVIATIONS AND SYMBOLS OF THE FIELD TITLES OF THE DKV or FCI AND JGHV AHNENTAFEL (or German Pedigree)
Ahnentafel translated from German to English means pedigree
Confused about how to read and understand test information? Here is an explanation of field and conformation titles found in an Ahnentafel,(German Pedigree).
Deutsch Kurzhaar Verband (DKV)
D -
Derby
This is the test for puppies born after the first of October of the
year before last and and is held only in the spring. You will see a
"D" followed by a number. This stands for Prize 1, 2 or 3 which is
what is awarded based on the pup's performance if he passes the
test. A pup may enter more than one Derby and each result will be
recorded on the pedigree.
(J) -
"Youth"
Dogs that pass a Derby in their first year receive this notation (J)
for "youth" behind the assigned prize category (e.g. D1(J))
(*) -
Andreas star
If a dog intentionally or by chance shows excellent work in tracking
an unseen rabbit or hare during a given test, it is marked with an
Andreas star, but this has no effect on the overall scoring of the
test. (e.g. D1*)
S -
Solms
Held in the autumn of the same year as the Derby, this test is the next level up from the Derby. A number indicating that the dog was awarded a Prize 1,2, or 3 will follow the "S". The Solms may be entered more than once, and each result will be recorded on the pedigree.
AZP -
Alterszuchtprüfung
This is the "Older Dog Breeding Test" and is basically a trial for
dogs that for some reason were unable to be tested in a Solms test.
The rules are the same as for the Solms, but a higher level of
performance is expected in consideration of the dog's age. These
dogs should not be over 6 years old.
IKP -
International Kurzhaar-Prufung
This test is held every other year, alternating with the Kleemann Trial. Tests elements similar to Solms/AZP 1, 2, or 3 following denoted prize.
KS -
Kurzhaar Sieger
This is the "Shorthair Champion" title awarded to dogs that achieve
a Prize 1 in the Dr. Kleemann Trial. This test is held every other
year. Judged on a pass or fail basis.
Jagdgebrauchshund Verband
(JGHV)
This organization includes all of the versatile hunting dog clubs in
Germany, regardless of breed.
VJP -
Verbandsjugendprüfung
This is a national breed club youth trial, roughly the equivalent of
a Derby. These dogs are not awarded a Prize number, but rather a
score that appears behind the "VJP". E.g. VJP 68
HZP -
Verbandsherbstzuchtprüfung
The autumn trial of the national breed club. The equivalent of the
Solms. These dogs are not awarded a Prize number, but rather a score
that appears behind the "HZP". E.g. HZP 181
VGP -
Verbandsgebrauchesprüfung
This is the Association Utility test. It is designed to test
finished versatile hunting dogs in all aspects of field, forest, and
water work. A score and Prizes 1,2 or 3 are awarded to dogs that
pass this test. Passing this test qualifies a dog for registration
in the German Register of Utility Dogs (DGStB).
Btr.-
Bringtreueprüfung
The retrieving reliability test. This requires finding a fox placed
in undergrowth at least 3 hours previous to the test. The dog is
released at least 150 yards from the fox and must search with no
help from the handler.
Vbr. -
Verlorenbringen
Recovery of game. This test requires trailing and retrieving a hare
over a distance of about 300 yds. while the trail is still warm but
the dog has not seen the game.
AH -
Ambruster Halt award
This title is given for obedience in the presence of game.
SW -
Verbands-Schweissprüfung
This is the specialty blood tracking title, and will be followed by
a Prize score of 1,2 or 3. An "SW" is a 20 hour specialty blood
track, while an "SW" followed by a "/" is a 40 hour track. E.g. an
SW /2 is a Prize 2 awarded for a 40 hour blood track.
Sch. H -
Schutzhund
This is the test for police or protection dogs and requires
obedience, tracking and seeking and detaining criminals. 1,2, or 3
follows to denote prize
EXPLANATION OF CONFORMATION TITLES OF THE DKV
V (Vorzüglich) – excellent conformation
SG (Sehr Gut) – very good conformation
G – good conformation
WS = Welt Sieger
BS =
Bundes Sieger
These are show titles that may be won at a single show (e.g. the
Welt Seiger show). They are awarded to the Best of Breed winner if
that dog has a "V" conformation rating.
ES -
Europa Sieger
This is for "European Champions". To be awarded this title, a dog
must obtain four F.C.I International Canine Federation Challenge
Certificates (CACIB) or National Challenge Certificates (CAC).
VDH Champion = This is the Society for German Dog Breeds Champion. It is given if four CACIBs have been awarded under four different judges.
CACIB = Conformation title awarded only at international shows. Dogs must usually be older than 18 months.
CAC = German conformation champion
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