Fall VHDF Field Test Details
Summaries of the tests are available as downloads on the VHDF-Canada webpage. The age limit for the HAE puppy test is 18 months and it is suggested that the minimum age is about 5 months. There is no age limit for either the AHAE or PE tests.
Right to Left: Joe Schmutz with Asio von der Fienen Biye and Olé vom Algäuer Tor, Robyn Wiebe with Sunnynook's Moses, Ryan Ponich with Sunnynook's Mac, Rick Espie with Muddy Waters' Eda "Edie", Rick Hallwyler with Prairie Fire's Alberta "Berta"
Entry fee was $150 for HAE and $175 for AHAE or PE. Entry fees are not refundable. Please send payment via e-transfer to sgdctreasurer@gmail.com Auto-deposit is available.
Test Scores
Volunteers to Run the Test Each Day
Saturday
- Judges: Lawrence Pellerin, John Staley, Brent Grabowski
- Apprentices: Samson Epp, Shannon Meyers
- Gunners: Rick Schryer, Rick Espie
- Bird Planter: Nick Hudak
- Field Marshal: Al McKim
Sunday
- Judges: Les Piecowye, Chad Lang, Derek Oderkirk
- Apprentice: Samson Epp
- Gunners: Rick Hallwyler, Debbie Spence
- Bird Planter: Sheri Hallwyler
- Field Marshal: Robyn Wiebe
Right to Left: Joe Schmutz with Sunnynook's Minnow and Sunnynook's Maple "Sarge", Tex Philpot with Sunnynook's Matanuska "Nuska", Brent Grabowski with Sunnynook's Lux, John Staley with Eagle Rock's Cedar, Rick Schryer with Sunnynook's Loki
Wednesday
- Judges: Rick Hallwyler, Rick Schryer, Oksana Moshynka
- Bird Planter & Gunner: Sheri Hallwyler
In conjunction with this Field Test, there was be a Large Munsterlander Association of Canada conformation test beginning at 1 PM on Saturday afternoon . LMs must be at least 18 months of age. See https://www.lmcanada.net/Conformation.html for more information.
LMs Entered
- 1) Sunnynook's Lux, LM, Bryn Grabowski; Body Very Good, Coat Excellent
- 2) Muddy Waters' Edelweiss "Roady", LM, Sheri Hallwyler; Body Very Good, Coat Very Good
- 3) Eagle Rock's Cedar, LM, John Staley; Body Very Good, Coat Very Good
- 4) Sunnynook's Loki, LM, Rick Schryer; Body Very Good, Coat Very Good
- Judges: Rhonda Shewfelt, Tracy Fisher and/or Janice Staley
Agenda for the Fall 2026 VHDF Test at Alvena
- Meet at 8 AM, for introductions at an abandoned farm site near Alvena, SK with native prairie and DU mix grass, plus several ponds.
- All dogs will be run sequentially in each test-section, so all handlers need to be present throughout the day.
- Some wild birds may be encountered. Gamebirds (species to be determined based on permit and availability) will be planted in the field, pheasant for tracking and call ducks for duck search. (We have a permit for this.)
- The PE dogs are run in a brace of two in the field.
- Since Covid-19, there is no longer food provided at the test site, other than cold drinks. Please bring your own packed lunch.
- If you want water, please bring your own refillable water bottle and jug of water for yourself and your dog.
Facilities
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The test site is 2.5 km (1.5 mi) N and 1.5 km (1 mi) E of Alvena, Saskatchewan; or 60 km (40 mi) NE of Saskatoon, along Highway 41. The abandoned farm site includes an outhouse and some shade from trees, and a metal roofed shelter, which can be tarped on the sides if weather is rainy, windy, or cold. There is a firepit. A Co-op store with many items and snacks is open on Friday & Saturday from 9 to 6, but not on Sunday. Bring lawn chairs and other items for your comfort. People are welcome to camp at the site, but please let us know in advance so we can suggest spots best for RV or tent camping. (no plug-ins or running water) |
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Nearby Accomodation
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There are no motels or restaurants in the town of Alvena. There are motels about 20 km away in Wakaw and Cudworth. The motel in Wakaw allows dogs in rooms, but the motel in Cudworth does not. If you choose to stay in Saskatoon, we recommend the Heritage Inn for accomodation. It is dog friendly and near the north edge of the city and the airport. It is a "middle class" hotel with an attached cafe. If you are travelling with a RV, there are a few options for RV campgrounds with plug-ins in Wakaw. |
Spectators
Visitors are welcome to watch from designated spots. Two spectators may walk in the field, with the permission of the handler and judge. The group in the field already includes 3 judges, 1-2 gunners, and often an official photographer.
Everyone in the field during an AHAE or PE test must wear Orange, as a hat or on a shirt or vest.
Scores
Scores for the Fall 2025 VHDF Test at Alvena as a pdf document.
VHDF-Canada test scores from 2007 to 2024 are available as a downloadable pdf file. Most, but not all were held in Alvena, SK.
Note that VHDF has not set passing scores for any level of testing but leaves this to individual breed clubs. Versatile dogs of any breed are welcome in this test.
Many of the dogs entered are often LMs, and HAE and AHAE are necessary for a dog to be an "eligible to breed". Therefore a passing score has been determined for both of these tests. See the page on the LMAC website that explains this in detail.
Blood Tracking Test
A 4 hour old blood tracking test may be scheduled in 2025. Please email Brent Grabowski (grabber380@gmail.com) to indicate interest. A date will be determined to fit most people's schedule.
Blood Tracking Test Application Form
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