WDPR Archetypes
Archetypes help illustrate how a dog's attributes are expressed. They are derived from the Core Trait Chart (CTC) and are intended to explain working style, not rank or merit.
Primary Archetypes
Evenhand
Broadly capable, reliable, and adaptable. Strength comes from balance rather than specialization.
Sentinel
Loose-eyed, highly sensible, preventative. Maintains order through awareness and anticipation rather than force.
Castellan
Strong-eyed, serious, and sensible. Holds space cleanly and deliberately without creating disorder.
Arbiter
Highly biddable and serious. Excels at executing structured work and responding precisely to direction.
Interloper
Forward, driven, and pressure-testing. Pushes limits and requires guidance to remain constructive.
Crucible
High-intensity dog shaped by demanding conditions. Can be powerful, volatile, or transformative.
Reveler
Expressive, playful, and often frivolous. Motivated by interaction more than responsibility.
Sub-Archetypes (Modifiers)
Sub-archetypes function as adjectives. They modify the primary archetype and describe how that archetype is expressed.