Pack Leaders
Robert 'Bob' Johantgen
In 2014, alongside Shawn Thompson, Bob co-founded the East Valley Working Schutzhund Club, Bob began his journey into Schutzhund in 2003 and became a member of the United Schutzhund Clubs of America (USCA) in 2004. His dedication and expertise led to his appointment a USCA Judge in 2012.
Shawn Thompson
Shawn has over 20 years of canine training experience, specializing in IGP (Schutzhund). He has earned multiple national titles in various sport trials and has been a team qualifier for several world competitions. Shawn honed his skills in training high-level sports dogs under the guidance of some of the world’s most elite canine trainers.
Head Helper
Maleaq James
With 7 years of experience in Schutzhund, I have earned multiple titles in obedience, tracking, and protection work, highlighting my expertise in working dog training. I professionally train both pet and sport dogs, tailoring my approach to meet each dog's specific needs. I’ve also participated in three helper competitions, further refining my skills in protection work. My dedication to understanding canine behavior and commitment to excellence drive my passion for working with dogs in both competitive and everyday settings.