The GSD originated in Germany in 1899 by Max von Stephanitz.

The most famous GSD was Rin Tin Tin of the popular T.V. series that ran for 5 seasons on A.B.C. in the 1950s.

GSDs typically live 12 to 14 years.

GSDs are of the shepherding class of dogs and are thus inclined to protect the home and family.

The GSD is the second most popular dog in the world. Time Magazine named the GSD Dog of the Year when they were used by Seal Team Six in bringing down Osama Bin Laden.

The GSD is a great family companion. Many of my customers decide on a German Shepherd because of their renowned loyalty. They became familiar with the breed when they were growing up either with one in the home or through a neighbor or friend that had one.

As mentioned already, the GSD is known the world over for its loyalty.

The GSD has a unique stance known as the "stack". The fore legs are parallel and straight, while the rear legs are placed one more forward, and the other further back. This causes the head to be high, and the rump lower, looking at readiness and nobility. The stack pose is used in the show ring to exaggerate the dog's overall structure and is not the normal stance or position of the show line dogs.

I.P.O. is short for International Prufungs-Ordnung. In short, it is an ordered examination of a dog's abilities in the disciplines of tracking, obedience, and protection, while Kkl is an abbreviated form of the German word "koerklasse." This strict examination evaluates a dog's structure, temperament, and courage. It is the final evaluation of many tests and trials to determine one simple thing about the dog...breed worthiness. A dog with a Kkl rating of "passed" is deemed worthy to pass on its traits to the next generation.