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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]We breed and train German Shepherds.  I love all dogs! I think pitties are adorable.  Every single one I’ve interacted with has been friendly and gentle.  They are big goof balls.  Most bully breeds are - right up until they are not.  No amount of socializing or training will ever overcome bad breeding.  The American Pit Bull Terrier has been the victim of generations of irresponsible breeding.  It’s not the dogs’ fault.  It’s just reality.  They have been specifically bred for aggression, pain tolerance, prey drive, and strength for many, many years.   That type of breeding doesn’t just disappear.

[b]When we decide to breed, our dogs are carefully selected for temperament and health.  They come from a long, documented line of balanced, stable, healthy dogs. [/b] Unfortunately, the American Pit Bull Terrier doesn’t have that lineage anywhere anymore.  It’s time to allow the breed to die, sadly.  [/quote]

Don't mean to thread hijack, but can you state where you're located?  I'm the OP of the thread looking for a GSD breeder, for a family dog.[/quote]

We won’t have any litters any time soon.  We are in DC for 18 months and need to wait until we are back home before we go through the process again.  But I can tell you what to look for! If you want a good family pet, look for large, old fashioned, straight back German Shepherds.  Ask about Hip and Elbow Dysplasia certification through OFA.  You should be able to meet the mama.  The pups should be treated like family pets.  A good breeder will insist on keeping the pups until they are at least 8 weeks.  I keep ours for 10-12.  The breeder should be able to give you information about the specific line.  And she should provide you with limited AKC papers.  Meaning, you can’t breed and/or sell puppies.  Start socializing the puppy as soon as vaccines are complete.  Expose him to different people, places, noises, etc.  Training is important, especially if this is your first GSD.

Also, they are the best dogs ever! [/quote]

PP here, thanks, so helpful!  We've had one GSD before.  One more question--I see that some breeders are touting they are recognized by the Gooddog website.  Is this an important certification of sorts for breeders?[/quote]

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