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The German Shepherd Dog: According to a Shepherd.

1. Personal Background and Experience  – Can you tell me a bit about your journey into shepherding? Was this something you grew up around, or did you discover it later in life? What has kept you passionate about it all these years?  I am a 3th Generation shepherd (in Germany, Shepherding is an apprenticeship with […]

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Detecting Canine Degenerative Myelopathy, DM

DNA Testing for Degenerative Mylopathy (DM) in GSDs

Understanding the Limitations of DNA Testing in Detecting Canine Degenerative Myelopathy (DM) – Abhai Kaul. Introduction   Canine Degenerative Myelopathy (DM) is a neurodegenerative disease with implications for many dog breeds. While DNA tests targeting the SOD1 mutation identify genetic predisposition, studies show these tests fall short as standalone diagnostic tools. The following article delves

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Introduction to PRP Therapy for Dogs to aid with injury recovery and rehabilitation

Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy is an innovative, minimally invasive treatment gaining popularity in veterinary medicine. This regenerative therapy uses a concentrated solution of the dog’s own platelets to promote healing in injured tissues, making it a compelling alternative to invasive surgical procedures. By leveraging the body’s natural healing processes, PRP therapy offers a safer and

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Thanksgiving Reflections: Gratitude for the Journey

As I sit down to reflect this Thanksgiving, I’m struck by the many ways our German Shepherds enrich our lives. They embody loyalty, strength, and resilience—qualities that inspire us to be better every day. Whether it’s the joy of a perfectly executed track, the thrill of a trial, or simply the comfort of their presence,

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Essence of the German Shepherd Dog: Beyond Trends and Online Criticism.

The German Shepherd Dog: Beyond Trends and Online Criticism. Balancing Form and Function in the Digital Age. By Abhai Kaul Often we hear enthusiasts debating fervently on the internet these days, critiquing photos of dogs they’ve never seen, about the length of croup, or the depth of a dog’s chest, or the position of withers

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Revealing Interview with World Sieger Show judge Christian Lang.

World Sieger Show Prologue with Mr. Christian Lang Today we’re joined by Mr. Christian Lang. Mr. Lang is judging the working class Females of the German Sieger show 2024. This can be called the World Sieger Show, because this is the biggest stage for the German shepherd breed. and Mr. Lang, in effect, is judging

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Lupin and Stryder: Two stud dogs used in the Nummer-Eins Breeding Program

Physiology & Mentality of a German Shepherd Dog

German Shepherd Dog Movement & Character  The German Shepherd Dog’s movement is akin to the smooth, deliberate flow of a well-oiled machine, each part working in perfect harmony.  The thrust generated by powerful hindquarters, transferred efficiently over a straight strong back, to the forequarters with a well laid shoulder and a complimentarily proportionate upper arm,

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Exclusive Interview with Christian Lang

We are thrilled to announce an in-depth interview with Mr. Christian Lang, a leading figure in the German Shepherd world, known for his role as an SV-approved Breed judge and Breed Surveyor (Koermeister). With a remarkable career that spans decades, Christian has judged and bred countless high-quality German Shepherds, earning international recognition for his keen

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Including Working Line German Shepherds for innovative breeding practices

By Abhai Kaul The philosophy behind the T-Litter von Nummer-Eins Breeding: (from 2018) Nummer-Eins has been from the very start about breeding the most well rounded German Shepherds, not the prettiest show dogs. I have sometimes gone great lengths to avoid famous stud dogs in breedings and pedigrees that in my mind were more detrimental

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