I
am breeding and training a TOTAL, balanced German Shepherd Dog; one
that can demonstrate correct temperament through working tests and/or
the sport of Schutzhund, one that has correct structure and is striking
to behold.... These are GERMAN shepherds. Every country has their own
interpretation of the Standard, but we follow the German standard. My
goal is to breed dogs that can be shown in the SV style show ring and be
a fun sport dog, a companion, and a dog that exemplifies the beauty and
structural soundness of the breed, all at the same time. I breed dogs
that are easy to live with, reliable, and can be easily trained, even by
a novice. In short, this is a dog anyone should be happy to own. I
closely adhere to the German program (as outlined by the SV and the FCI
breed standard.) as a guideline for breeding & use V, VA, KKL1
(Class One) West German breeding stock to the extent possible. I do not
use dogs with the hip or elbow ratings of a3 (noch zugelassen), German
translation "still acceptable" for breeding. You'll also notice that my
dogs and those I use for breeding have ZW (breed value) numbers in the
70's. (The lower the number the better hip production can be
anticipated.) I have learned over the years that many of the so called
"top breeders" are often willing to compromise health and temperament
for a top rating in the breed ring. Beauty and structure are important
to me, but I don't choose that at the expense of good health and solid
temperament. I have many repeat clients, some even with 3 GSDs from
me! I am always willing to refer those interested in my dogs to a
client in their area of the country as a reference.
