Now - more than ever - many Americans are wondering "What is a schutzhund?" This book is intended to tell the reader about the technical side of the schutzhund, the rules for conducting tests and requirements, about the theory underlying this sport and its atmosphere. However, unlike other books, this edition pays a lot of attention to a detailed analysis of the teaching methodology for the schutzhund system, and many training techniques are considered. We hope that the book "Schutzhund: Theory and Methods of Training" will arouse interest not only among beginners who are taking their first steps in sports, but also among experienced trainers looking for new approaches.