Critique of Conformation - Page 1

I actually like the look of this dog. Sorry don't know about croup angle etc, etc.

Nice type, interesting nose band colouration.

He is a nice young male. He has a good head and expression. He has a correct backline leading to the croup which has a good length and lay. He has good front and chest proportions at this time and I hope that he does not become too deep as he grows on. His front angulation is good at this time but his rear angulation is too deep but this is a common fault in today‘s dogs. I think that he is oversized when seen against his handler. To show him I would use a tall handler.

As I do not know the dog my opinion could change at a later date when he has grown on. Also, it is better to see the dog in the flesh to get a better assessment.

Can you tell us his age and breeding please?

Mackenzie

NICE looking showline male. Change his colors and he'd pass for a correctly-structured working line ;) LOL

Looks like he may be a *tad* East/West but he also looks young, and that can change when the chest develops more. I like his shoulder and his front very much- far more correct than most.

The band on his nose would likely go away with digestive enzymes.

He is one. And I apologize I was in the pic but we havent been able to get anything else before he moves. He is a Schumann son and Grandson from Etoo on mothers side. http://www.pedigreedatabase.com/german_shepherd_dog/dog.html?id=2589801-max-von-calvo

My dogs did tend to have those "nose bands" whenever they tried to digg out mice...

Yes that is dirt on his nose normaly it is black but out back yard isnt finished yet so lots of dirt

Susie whats your thoughts if you could. Ive been watching this forum for awhile and notice you have a ton of knowledge.

No "ton" , just a small bag...
Sent you a PM

Thanks for the feedback everyone. I am new and learning and hope to understand all the info given.