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General information of IPO

IPO competition is a test institution given by World Canine Organisation FCI
(Fédération Cynologique Internationale) for working
dogs protection activity. Appbreviation ”IPO” comes form German words
International Prüfungs Ordnung (International Test Institution).

IPO competition includes three sections: A) Tracking, B) Obedience and C)
Protection. IPO competition requires a very good physical health and
strenghts from a dog. In addition dog’s requirements covers also outstanding
characteristics such as will to fight, will to defend, excellent mental
structure and ability to be handled.  As a whole protection provides a fine
overall picture of dog’s character and ability to be trained.