The Different Types of German Shepherds Which One Should You Get
explore the world the different types of German shepherds which one should what are the different types of German shepherds if you’re planning to get a German Shepherd dog of your own it is important to research about the breed while all dogs are lovable and loyal their appearance temperament energy levels and activity vary it may or may not surprise you but sometimes these factors may also vary in any breed just like the German shepherds there are five different types of German shepherds these types of German shepherds are the same breed we love and adore but the distinction helps can help future owners and trainers which GS TS are better suited for different roles and jobs here are the different types of German Shepherd dogs number one American show lines the American show line German Shepherds are also called the AKC lines these are the German Shepherd dogs you see strutting their stuff at the Westminster Kennel Club dog show these German Shepherds are bred for showing conformation and are evaluated for their color movement built angulation size and overall GSD look this type of German Shepherds is generally taller and longer than European lines they come in different colors – like black and tan saddle bicolor solid black sable and solid white the pigment of American show line German Shepherds coat is typically lighter than European GSD s cream light tan and silver are more common than the tan and red coats of German show lines and working lines this type of German Shepherd is generally more laid-back they also have lower Drive with less energy than working lines Americans show line German Shepherds make good family pets eager to please they also do well in tracking obedience agility and herding compared to working lines American Chow lines are active and have lesser strength some traits that do not really make them suitable for personal protection or law enforcement but there are a few do well in these fields number two West German show lines the Western German show line GS T’s are known for being handsome they look stunning but they’re not just bred for beauty or conformation to breed standards the rules of their in fur to save for hunt e V or Club for German Shepherd dogs incorporated which is the original German Shepherd Dog Club and breed registry in the world govern this breed each dog in this line is required to have a working title like shuts hunt or German for protection dog and health clearance for hips and elbows before he or she is allowed to pass on his or her genes unlike the American show line the Western German show line can do great both as protectors and family pets Western German show lines are not lazy in fact they need a lot of exercise training and socialization number three West German working lines the West German working line GS T’s are the closest representation of the German Shepherd dogs developed by Max von Stefan Lutz Stefan its is the person credited for developing the breed and the one who set the breed standards guidelines he was also the first president of the rear in-furrow a Shaffer hunt also known as sv the West German working lines main focuses on stable temperament I am strong drives and excellent working ability aside from the lines working ability the West German working line is also bred for their stunning looks the West Germans prefer calmer demeanour and perfect colors the back of West German working lines are also more sloped than the DDR East German working lines but they remain as energetic and active as the DDR East German working lines in West Germany health evaluations were not as strict so this line may encounter more health problems than their East German lines this type of German Sheperd excel at different sports and jobs such as guarding protection and search and rescue although West German working line German Shepherds have a strong Drive they know how and when to stay calm and set down this trait makes them amazing pets for an active family number four East German DDR working lines post we I the Berlin wall separated East Germany and West Germany so the trade outside was ceased this led to the preservation of the DDR East German working lines lineage this type of German Shepherds was originally bred for military purposes that time the government took control of this working line protecting and insulating it from outside influence the ddr East German working lines have extremely high in strict breed standards these German Shepherds have really strong bones large heads and broad shoulders not all dogs in this line not even the ones born with both dde slash East German working line parents are allowed to breed these dogs could only be allowed to breed if they were completely free of hip dysplasia each puppy of each litter is also inspected tested and examined for proper bone structure code quality temperament etc this line also undergoes physical tests including scaling a straight wall of 1.5 and 1.8 meters walking on a balance beam searching 10 lines and completing a series of tracking tests this type of German Shepherds is bred to endure terrible weather conditions and long working days their main purpose was to patrol territory borders but they also worked as tracking and attack dogs these dogs had to have lasting endurance and athleticism unlike show lines they also tend to be more aloof and defensive number five check working lines german shepherd originated from communist czechoslovakia the Czech working line German shepherds were bred mainly for Border Patrol work the original and the development of breeding the Czech working happened in the pol Roenick nice strays Canela the Czechoslovakian army these German shepherds are known for their phenomenal working drives they are also more agile and intense than other lines most of these dogs were remnants from the former East Germany however the dogs from the Czech Socialist Republic were also used in this strict breeding program like the East German working line the Czech working line is powerful and agile their coats also have dark pigments these dogs are bred for stringent work and keen Excel and agility obedience and protection jobs these dogs can often be spotted by their darker coats and less sloped backs unlike many shell lines that have the traditional saddle coloration these dogs are usually a more uniform color ranging from wolfish gray dark brown to black their ears are often slightly smaller but they have the same powerful jaws and shoulders that make them ideal for chasing down and grabbing on to criminals anyone looking for a dog that has great Drive and is extremely loyal should look at the German Shepherd Czech working line these dogs have fewer health problems and behavioral problems than their first show counterparts why are there different types of German Shepard after World War two the German Shepherd dog breed became hugely popular for the first few decades the American and European lines have only little differences in their physical or mental characteristics that time European dogs even performed well in the show ring and conformation shows also there were many breeders who cross bred their domestic lines with those of imports so it’s really hard to tell the line of an individual German Shepherd unless you know what continent that he or she hailed from decades later the breeding practice began to change the interpretations of the breed standards also started to vary in accordance with the Preferences of show competition judges breeders and exhibitors the preference of show judges led the American show lines to deviate from the original breed standards set by the German SV since then the focus of breeding deviated from the original purpose of the breed American show line breeders mostly focused on the appearance exaggeration of the rear angulation and the flying draw after generations of breeding the show line German Shepherds especially the American show line looks significantly different from the original GSD s due to these noticeable differences many European GSD fanciers sometimes call these German Shepherds the American Shepherd different breeds of German shepherds a short history with a lineage that only dates back just over 100 years why is it that German shepherds are the second most popular dog breed in the West today it all comes down to personality and versatility intelligent hard-working dependable and obedient German shepherds are an exceptional breed that can be used in almost any working role as well as having the placidity and protective nature that makes them a favorite amongst families originally bred as a working dog shepherds were originally bred with a focus on work ethic and dependability it’s this attitude that carries over today into every variety and it’s this reason why so many people adopted the breed across the world [Music]
