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COGSD

by COGSD on 27 May 2016 - 20:05

Hey everyone,

I'm looking into the possibility of importing a GSD puppy from the Czech Republic (CZ) on my own; not through a broker (like Jinopo). I know it's possible to find good CZ dogs here in the States, but I think that with a little leg work I can find a better deal directly from CZ.

I've been doing some research, but have some questions that I hope some of you can help me with.

1. I've read about the history of the Pohranicni Straze/Policie GSD's, and from what I understand this was one kennel's (now a small group of kennels') specific breeding program. But I often see CZ GSD's listed as "Czech working lines" with no reference to the border patrol program. Are there Czech working line dogs other than the border patrol GSD's?

2. As I've looked at how GSD's are advertised in the Czech Republic, one criteria is "with papers". I'm assuming that means that they are registered with the CKMU. Does CKMU registration mean anything different than AKC registration here in the States?

3. I also see GSD's advertised in CZ "without papers". Would these dogs be similar to the "Pet quality" GSD's that are so prevalent here in the US?

I'd also be interested in hearing anyone's general experience with importing pups from CZ.

Thanks in advance!

bubbabooboo

by bubbabooboo on 27 May 2016 - 20:05

The nature of the questions you are asking makes me believe you should buy a puppy or young dog in the USA or Canada. There are many breeders using Czech or other excellent bloodlines. Buy in the USA or Canada and go to the breeder and pick up your dog in person. If you want a deal check out the German Shepherd Rescue organizations. The first rule of buying anything including a puppy or dog is that you need to know what you want and how much it is worth ... and forget about deals. Dog breeding and training is not a competitive event nor is it usually a profitable one for the breeders.

by vk4gsd on 27 May 2016 - 21:05

OP, look on the search here, lots of experienced people have been scammed from that part of the world.

Go volunteer at several clubs for a year and you will gain the knowledge you seek.

by Ibrahim on 27 May 2016 - 21:05

I imported 2 puppies from Duke, a member on this forum, very good puppies, healthy and clean when they arrived, transaction went smoothly other than a bit of delay in receiving the papers. Duke is honest and straight forward person. You need to state your exact need for the puppy and he will help choose the right one for you. I would go back to Duke for another puppy anytime should I need one.
I previously imported couple of puppies from Jinopo. Petr is a nice guy, transaction went smoothly.

Ibrahim

by Ibrahim on 27 May 2016 - 21:05

By the way, scams are everywhere and not limited to a certain part of the world, there are scammers in the States too, one should do his homework and be careful

Entwerfer Haus

by Entwerfer Haus on 27 May 2016 - 22:05

There are definitely lying cheats in the US and I can't wait to tell my story!

You can get the lines you're looking for in the states, btw.

Q Man

by Q Man on 28 May 2016 - 01:05

There good people and good breeders in the Czech Republic but it's like anything else you have to know what you're looking for and know how to achieve it without being taken...This is a good reason a lot of newer people in particular will use a Broker...Not even to say the language difference...
Language Difference: For example: If you (being an American) ask how the "Ball Drive" is...You hear them say it's ok...with no enthusiasm...So you take it they're saying it's ok but not super nice...What you want to hear is it's SUPER NICE...but they don't always say things the way we're used to...It's just a difference of how some things are said...
So...I would say that you should narrow your choice of breeders...Contact them and spend some time getting to know them and to be sure you're on the same page in terms of what you're wanting and talking about...
If I say I want a dog with super high drive means I want a super high drive dog...but to someone else what I like and want is just WAY too much and a total pain in the butt dog...So be careful what you wish for...
You think you're saving a few dollars by Importing by yourself but in the long run you might be paying more for something you don't want...

~Bob~

Jenni78

by Jenni78 on 28 May 2016 - 03:05

Good post, Bob.


kiesgsd

by kiesgsd on 28 May 2016 - 03:05

So what is the exact process for importing a pup?

by vk4gsd on 28 May 2016 - 03:05

Jeezus, the answer to that would be hundreds of pages of transportation, transfer, legal, financial, contractual, health, pedigree, customs, etc... info.

Dude the sharks have already smelt the fresh meat. If you think a dog forum is the place to get an education you are just another victim.

Please don't buy a dog for a year and go find, meet and get to know real people that work dogs.





 


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