North American Versatile Hunting Dog Association in Texas

Texas NAVHDA

North American Versatile Hunting Dog Association

The North American Versatile Hunting Dog Association (NAVHDA) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering, improving, promoting, and protecting versatile hunting dog breeds across North America.

The Texas Chapter of the North American Versatile Hunting Dog Association (Texas NAVHDA) is dedicated to educating and supporting owners in developing the natural abilities of their versatile hunting dogs in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex and surrounding areas. Our mission is to facilitate positive training experiences that help handlers and their dogs become a well-trained team in the field, whether for testing or hunting.

As one of over 100 grassroots chapters of NAVHDA International, our chapter hosts organized training days monthly, typically March through September, and conducts two NAVHDA International sanctioned tests annually to evaluate a dog’s progress against the NAVHDA International standard.

Thank you for your interest in Texas NAVHDA. We look forward to seeing you and your versatile hunting dog in the field!

Versatile Hunting Dogs

The Texas Chapter of the North American Versatile Hunting Dog Association (Texas NAVHDA)

We are a diverse group of individuals united by a shared passion: the thrill of hunting with a well-trained versatile hunting dog.

Are you looking to connect with other passionate versatile hunting dog enthusiasts?

Texas NAVHDA offers a supportive community of hunters and dog owners, providing opportunities to share experiences, knowledge, and techniques to enhance your versatile hunting dog’s performance in the field.

Are you interested in training opportunities and ongoing education for you and your versatile hunting dog?

Texas NAVHDA offers training days, seminars, and expert guidance to help members continuously develop their dogs' skills and ensure a successful hunting experience.

Are you a hunter interested in training your versatile hunting dog to reach its full potential?

Texas NAVHDA is committed to assisting its members in training their versatile hunting dogs for both upland and waterfowl hunting.

Are you interested in evaluating your versatile hunting dog?

NAVHDA International-sanctioned tests each year, where dogs are assessed against a set of standards in situations designed to simulate real upland and waterfowl hunting scenarios.

Are you looking to purchase a well-bred versatile hunting dog from a reputable breeder with a proven performance record?

Texas NAVHDA is home to several members dedicated to promoting selective breeding for the improvement of versatile hunting dog breeds.

Texas NAVHDA Training Programs

Training Days

An informative, enjoyable and an excellent opportunity to connect with other Texas NAVHDA members. Handlers work together to maximize the potential of their versatile hunting dogs.

Mock Test Training Days

An opportunity for Texas NAVHDA members and their versatile hunting dogs to receive prior preparation for an upcoming test. Handlers will receive feedback on areas to focus on as they prepare for the test.

Training Seminars

An opportunity for Texas NAVHDA members to engage in practical, hands-on sessions and demonstrations with their versatile hunting dogs. Professional trainers guide handlers in advancing their dog training skills and effectively overcoming training challenges.

Aims & Rules Clinic

An educational tool developed by NAVHDA International to help Texas NAVHDA members understand the NAVHDA testing system.