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The German Shepherd Dog or Alsatian is a breed of dog. Because they are eager to please, they are easily trained in obedience and protection. German Shepherd Dogs are often used as working dogs in many capacities, including search and rescue (SAR) dogs, military dogs, police dogs, or guard dogs. They are also used as assistance dogs (particularly guide dogs), though not as much as Labrador Retrievers and Golden Retrievers.
Appearance
The German Shepherd Dog is a large, strong, handsome-looking dog. The fur is a double-coat and can be either short or long haired. It varies in color, coming in many different shades, mostly cream (tan) and brown, but also solid black or white. Dogs with coats that have tricolored hair (black and white with either brown or red) are called sable or agouti. Different kennel clubs have different standards for the breed according to size, weight, coat color, and structure.
Common faults
There are several common features that are disqualifying faults in show dogs:- Ears that never stand up completely; instead, the top 10 to 15 percent of the ear remains floppy. These are called "friendly-tipped" dogs.
- A small percentage of GSDs have a tail that stands vertically, exposing their anus. This is also a disqualifying fault in all GSDs.
- A muzzle that is not predominantly black is considered a disqualification only in American show GSDs.
Breed lines
There are several types or lines of GSD and the behavior, abilities, and appearance of each is quite different. The major lines are the international working line, the international show line, and the North American show line.Dogs from FCI-recognised international working lines are bred primarily for traits involving their working ability rather than appearance, so their appearance can be somewhat varied.
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100 Years of the German Shepherd Dog - Article by Fred Lanting about the history and future of the breed.
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Dwarf German Shepherd Dogs - Dedicated to educating people about dwarf German Shepherd Dogs. Research questionnaire.
East German Shepherd Dog Central - DDR pedigree archive, German translations, DDR Siegers and Siegerins, the Wertmessziffer rating system, sire production stats, articles, and links.
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German Shepherd Dog FAQ - Includes history, health concerns, pedigrees, titles, certifications, Schutzhund, standards, clubs, and common concerns.
German Shepherd Dog World - Web community for all GSD owners. Breed information, notable GSDs, GSD rescue organizations, owner information, message board, members' photographs, polls, and links.
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GermanShepherds.com - Chatrooms, history, photo gallery, and breed, club, and rescue resources.
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Illustrated Standard of the German Shepherd Dog - A series of articles on the structure and movement of the breed, written and illustrated by Linda Shaw.
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