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Breeders of the finest quality Schutzhund titled & Breed Surveyed German Shepherds in the United States for over 43 years. Our breeding program maintains the integrity of the
German Shepherd's heritage to preserve the human-canine bond
 
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NEW HOMES ARE NEEDED FOR OUR RETIRED MILITARY WORKING DOGS!
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8 YEAR OLD SAMSON got an extension. His sister, Delilah, was adopted and HE IS ALL ALONE. Samson's OWNER DIED and he will die if not rescued by FRIDAY. He has severe skin issues and does need some medical treatment!! $170 PLEDGED!! Please share for FOSTER AND PLEDGES to help SAMSON!!


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"It is the human's role in the dog-owner relationship to teach the dog how to behave appropriately in a world run by humans. Far too often, owners seem to assume that dogs come already programmed with good manners. Then they become frustrated & angry when Rowdy engages in a behavior that, to him, seems perfectly acceptable. If we are ever to make headway in reducing the seemingly endless number of dogs who end up looking for new homes in shelter kennels, it is critically important that we humans begin to gain a more realistic perspective on what it means to be a dog." - Pat Miller

The Importance of Puppy Socialization
From the very start, a puppy learns important lessons through his experience of the world around him. Even in the first few weeks as he snuggles with his dam, wrestles with his littermates, and is handled by his breeder each day, the personality traits and social skills that he will have all his life are beginning to form.

As the weeks go by, exposure to a variety of experiences is crucial to his becoming a well-rounded adult. Studies have shown that a puppy's experiences in the first three months of life strongly influence what kind of companion he will grow to be and how he will react to the world. Will he shy away from children? Will he be afraid of people in hats? Will he be aggressive toward other dogs? Or will he be easygoing and adaptable in a variety of situations?
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"The man who rears a dog must complete what the breeder began..." Max v. Stephanitz; Father of the German Shepherd Dog

Dealing Dogs Documentary
An animal rights outfit, Last Chance for Animals, outraged that 42,000 dogs are sold to vet schools and research labs by vile kennel keepers, sets out on one of the most notorious: Martin Creek Kennel in Arkansas. It sent in investigator "Pete" with a hidden camera for six months. He worked for the owners and collected his sickening images
and commentated on the atrocities as he went.  Many of the dogs that ended up at this kennel had been stolen from their own backyards and sold.
Not just from Arkansas but in areas around St. Louis Mo and all throughout the south.


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CHINA'S CAT DEATH CAMPS

On a lighter note:

Could Your Pup Be a Reading
Therapy Dog?
by Helen Fazio, Travel Dog Blogger, www.traveldogbooks.com

Even though your dog can't read a word, he could be destined to be the best teacher ever. You still have time to check out www.librarydogs.com and summer reading programs. If your dog is gentle and good with children, he or she could qualify as a Reading Therapy Dog for children who benefit from a nonjudgmental, patient listener. Sure there could be some process to get certified, but any lazy, canine with a good listening ear could make the cut. What a brilliant accomplishment!

Helen Fazio and her dog Raja are world travelers. Click here to visit their blog, and click here to follow them on Twitter.

 

 
"Fun at the Beach"

"Fun at Work"

"Fun just hanging out"
 


How to Protect your Pet from Heat Stroke

BLOAT


This is a real combination of symptoms that spells out EMERGENCY. These are the classic symptoms of a condition referred to as "bloat" - a dog that is pacing, restless and has unproductive attempts to vomit.

This is a common problem in large breed deep-chested dogs but can also occur in smaller dogs.

Basically what happens is this - the stomach twists causing the blood supply to the stomach to be compromised then leads to tissue death. As tissues are damaged, toxins are released and a sequence of events occurs that if left untreated, leads to death.

If you ever notice these symptoms in your dog, call your local veterinarian or emergency clinic as soon as possible.

This is a condition that is fairly common and often occurs in the evening or nighttime hours. It is also a very expensive condition to treat.  READ MORE...

 
            GOT FLEAS?
Place a white baking dish half full of water with a couple drops of Lemon Joy dishwashing liquid in the center of the room with a small lamp next to it.  Turn off all other lights and go to bed.  When you wake up in the morning all the fleas will be in the baking dish! For a bad infestation treat each room twice.
 

Dealing with Excessive Barking

The first step to stopping barking is to understand why it is happening. Dogs bark for all kinds of reasons, including anxiety, boredom and/or loneliness. Sometimes they bark just because it feels good.  Luckily, most dogs will respond to one or other intervention to curtail their barking. Whether you simply bring an outdoor dog inside or take the time to apply behavior-modification techniques, you can cause a dog to be less of a nuisance and to be more socially acceptable.


Removing Skunk Odor

No need for the tomato juice. Use a mixture of 10 parts hydrogen peroxide to 1 part baking soda. Add a dash of degreasing dishwashing soap and pour into a spray bottle. Spray liberally over dry coat and allow to air dry. Avoid eyes. Works on other objects, too!



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GERMAN TERMINOLOGY FOR READING GERMAN PEDIGREES

German titles and ratings on pedigrees:

The credentials of the German Shepherds that comprise our World Class breeding stock speak for themselves. All are 100% West German bloodlines with Koerklasse 1. To achieve this coveted Koerklasse 1 (Kkl1) rating, the dogs must compete for titles in Germany or America under the rules and auspices of the Club for German Shepherd Dogs (SV) in Germany. To meet this World Standard, each dog must have a companion dog temperament test (B), and certified hips ("a" stamp or OFA), a 12 mile endurance test followed by examination for physical soundness (AD), and compete at a show to achieve a conformation rating of at least SG or"Very Good" (V or "Excellent" being the best at any show that is not the National Championship or Sieger Show where the coveted "Excellent Select" or VA can be awarded once a year to only the very best dogs). These requirements make the dog eligible to enter a Koerung (to qualify for breeding) which is a Breed Survey where the dog is carefully evaluated for excellence of structure, temperament and courage.   

These impressive requirements are only guidelines for our dedication to the breed. Many times dogs with great prerequisites should not be bred together because of incompatible bloodlines or characteristics. We are very aware of each dogs qualities and breed so accordingly.

Angekoert/Breed Survey       Breed Surveyed (recommended for breeding)
 
Before a German Shepherd can be breed surveyed, it must turn two years within the breed survey year and must meet all basic SV breed requirements, plus it must have passed an endurance test (AD - running 20 km without tiring). A "breed master" (Kφrmeister: an experienced and specially trained SV judge) will asses the dogs breed worthiness by giving it a very thorough examination. This includes a temperament test (ongoing throughout the breed survey), a gun test (at least 2 gunshots at a distance of about 15 paces), and a courage test.
The two parts of the courage test are identical to the courage tests in a Schutzhund trial. In the first part, the dog must prevent an attack on his master by a stick wielding attacker coming out of a hiding place about 15 paces away, by placing a single but firm bite on the padded sleeve and holding it for as long as there is action. When the attacker stops, the dog must "out" (release) either on its own, or on a single command from the owner. For the second part (this time at a distance of about 50 paces away from its master) the dog must prevent an attack by a stick wielding and loudly screaming attacker, bite only once and hold, and must "out" either on its own when the attacker stops, or on a single command from the owner.  Conformation and other checks include: height at the withers, chest depth, chest circumference, weight, pigmentation, coat, color, disposition, alertness, nerves, self confidence, hardness, courage, fighting instinct, secondary sex characteristics, constitution, expression, structure, bones, musculature, firmness of back and ligaments, top line, elbow lay-on, pasterns, legs gait, outreach, rear drive, toe nails, paws, head, eye color, upper and lower jaw, and dentition.  The initial breed survey is good for two years. At the end of the two year period, the dog must be breed surveyed again, this time for life. Failure to breed survey again within the two year period will require a new initial breed survey good for only two years.

Kφrbericht  Breed survey report

Koerklasse 1     (Kkl 1)  Especially recommended for breeding

Koerklasse 2    (Kkl 2) Suitable for breeding.  Dog may have a structural or protection work fault  which could be compensated for by bloodlines or working qualities.  May be resurveyed and reclassified at a later date.

(*)     This symbol before a dog's name means it has been surveyed and approved for breeding.

"a"    Dog's hips have been x-rayed and certified acceptable.   Required for Breed Survey.

LG     Landesgruppen (Regional) Show.   There are approximately 1500 German Shepherd Dog clubs in Germany and these are under the jurisdiction of the 15 Landesgruppen clubs.  The LG Shows are larger than the local shows and the judging and rating requirements are stricter.  Landesgruppen Sieger and Siegerin titles are awarded.

VA       (Vorzόglich Auslese) Excellent Select title that is only awarded at the Annual Sieger Show Select Class.
V      (Vorzόglich)   Excellent
SG      (Sehr Gut) Very Good
G      (Gut)  Good
A      (Ausreichend) Sufficient
M      (Mangelhaft)  Faulty
O      (Zero)  Failed
U     Unsatisfactory

CACIB     a European International Champion

SchH/IPO      (Schutzhund)  For dogs who have passed the examinations for obedience protection, and tracking.  The titles 1, 2, and 3 denote how advanced the training tests were.  Dog must have at least a SchH1/IPO1 to be Breed Surveyed.

AD     (Ausdauerpruefung)  The dogs passed an endurance test by gaiting approximately six miles per hour for about nine miles with a ten-minute rest halfway, and a simple Obedience Test at the end.  The dog is given a simple physical examination after the test.  A requirement for the Breed Survey.

HGH      (Herdengebrauchshund)  Herding Dog
PH      (Polizei Hund) Police Dog
FH      (Fδhrten Hund)  Tracking Dog

German Commands:
 

Achtung     Watch
Aus      Let Go
Bei Fuss      Heel
Bleib      Stay
Bleib sitzen      Stay sitting
Bringen      Fetch
Fass    Attack
Geh weiter      Go on
Gib Laut      Speak
Halten      Halt
Hopp      Jump

Komm      Come
Kriech      Crawl
Nein      No
Nimm      Take it
Pass auf      Watch out
Platz      Down
Setz      Sit
Such      Search
Voraus      Go out
Zur Spur      Trail
Zur Wache      Guard

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JUNTO / A PIE
HEEL
AU PIED
STEH
PARADO / PARATE
STAND
DEBOUT
SITZ
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SIT
ASSIS
PLATZ
ECHADO/ABAJO
DOWN
TERRE
WARTEN
ESPERA
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PAS BOUGER /
RESTE
FRONT
ALFRENTE
FRONT
EN FACE / ICI
GIB LAUT
LADRA / MARCA
BARK
ABOIE
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ADELANTE
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KEHRT
VUELTA
TURN
RETOUR
HIER
Α QUI / VEN AQUI
COME
ICI
BRING
TRAE
BRING
APPORTE
AUS / AUSGEBEN
SUELTA
OUT
DONNE
HOPP / SPRUNG
BRINCA
JUMP
SAUTE
ZURάCK
REGRESA / VEN
BACK
RETOUR
AN DEIN PLATZ
A TU LUGAR
AT YOUR PLACE
A TA PLACE
LIEGEN
BAJATE
LAY DOWN
COUCHΙ
BLEIB
QUIETO / QUIETA
STAY
PAS BOUGER / RESTE
PASS AUF
FIJATE / MIRA
ATTENTION
GARDE
PASS AUF
ATENCION
ATTENTION
ATTENTION
HALT
ALTO
STOP
STOP ARRΚT
ZEIG
MARCA
POINT
MONTRE-(MOI)
FASS
ATACA / MUERDE
ATTACK
ATTAQUE
AUS / LOSLASSEN
SUELTA
OUT
HALTE / LΒCHE
NICHT BERάHREN
NO TOQUES
DON'T TOUCH
PAS TOUCHE
SUCH
BUSCA
SEARCH
VA REGARDER
KEHREN
REGRESA / VUELVE
COME BACK
DE-MITOUR
BESSER
MEJOR
BETTER
MIEUX
AUF
ARRIBA
UP
MONTES
AB
ABAJO
DOWN
DESDCENDS
LANGSAM
DESPACIO
SLOW
DOUCEMENT
RUHIG
TRANQUILO
TRANQUILA
EASY
CALMES-TOI
HΦR AUF/ RUHE
DETENTE / BASTA
STOP-IT
ARRETE
FERTIG
SE CABΣ/ SE
TERMINΣ / FIN
QUIET/ FINISH
FINI
NEIN
NO
NO
NO
LOBEN (BRAV)
ESO ES / BIEN
GOOD
BON CHIEN
SUPER
MUY BIEN/ESO ES
VERY GOOD
SUPER
FREI
LIBRE
FREE
LIBRE

 

 

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