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"What is the difference between PSA and PDC?
PSA consists of an obedience phase and a protection phase that follows this rulebook. Any dog over 14 months old can compete but must pass an entry level pass-fail test called the PDC to ensure they perform well in obedience and with a protection decoy, before going on to the competitive levels of PSA1 through PSA3." https://psak9-as.org/psa/
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I like the PSA more than Schutzhund. I believe it's call IPO now. In my opinion it's has more realistic scenarios. Many many years ago I took my Rottweiler pup to training for Schutzhund. I loved the dogs. But I was impressed with the test. Then a found another trainer the did personal protection. I loved that and every since I trained my dogs for personal protection.
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I do like PSA more than IPO , just personal preference but I won't lie , is not easy with a mollosoid breed , i would be happy for PSA -1 with a presa canario , hammer ( half brother to nakam ) is in training for his psa-1 this year.
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I have not kept up with IPO training. I’m sure it has evolved since then. But I haven’t had any interest. The only reason for would be just to earn a title. So far it hasn’t motivated to look into it.
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