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by pod on 26 March 2012 - 08:03
Really lovely puppy. Looks to have the type of construction that gives stength and stability to his frame, what used to be known as dry and firm. His proportions look good at this stage, good length of leg, good breadth and well ribbed. He has good bone for his frame, excellent feet and super colour and pigment. His angulations are moderate and not of the fashionable type, only an advantage IMO.
If I have to make one criticism, purely aesthetic... I'd like the eye a shade lighter.
If I have to make one criticism, purely aesthetic... I'd like the eye a shade lighter.
by GSDguy08 on 26 March 2012 - 10:03
pod, eyes....darker the better according to the standards.
by DDRCzechFan on 26 March 2012 - 12:03
Thanks again everyone. Truth be told, I don't think I've stacked a German Shepherd in close to three years...It's been a long time, and the boy certainly didn't know what mommy was doing to him Hahaha!
With the suggestions, we'll achieve better stacks, and I'll work on trying to get my husband to aim the lens for the Center of our boy, instead of his head, which he tried to make the focal point, because he thought it was pleasing to the eye.
Not too bad for two first timers and someone who had been out of it for a while, eh?
And for Kalibeck (and others too, to enjoy), here are some head shots taken the same day as well.
With the suggestions, we'll achieve better stacks, and I'll work on trying to get my husband to aim the lens for the Center of our boy, instead of his head, which he tried to make the focal point, because he thought it was pleasing to the eye.
Not too bad for two first timers and someone who had been out of it for a while, eh?
And for Kalibeck (and others too, to enjoy), here are some head shots taken the same day as well.
by pod on 29 March 2012 - 07:03
He certainnly is a handsome boy :)
GSDguy: I think there are several flaws in the standard, one of which is the eye colour. Any clause which stipulates the-more-the-better is asking for exaggeration of one trait, which has the effect of reducing gene variation. When this accumulates over many traits, genetic diversity will be affected.
My own personal preference is for a mid brown eye in a GSD. I find the black eye to give a cold and expressionless look and difficult to read IMO, especially on a black face. If there was a selection advantage to dark eye I'd be interested to hear, apart from winning in the showring that is, but the default for the species is considerably lighter than what is generally preferred.
GSDguy: I think there are several flaws in the standard, one of which is the eye colour. Any clause which stipulates the-more-the-better is asking for exaggeration of one trait, which has the effect of reducing gene variation. When this accumulates over many traits, genetic diversity will be affected.
My own personal preference is for a mid brown eye in a GSD. I find the black eye to give a cold and expressionless look and difficult to read IMO, especially on a black face. If there was a selection advantage to dark eye I'd be interested to hear, apart from winning in the showring that is, but the default for the species is considerably lighter than what is generally preferred.
by noddi on 29 March 2012 - 09:03
DDR Czech fan,Any chance u can send him over here to the UK.Me likey very,very much.Just my type n btw i,m a GSL gsd owner here in the UK.I dont like any exaggeration in my gsds,JUST A BALANCED ANIMAL,SOUND IN MIND N BODY.Your little chappie is absolutely gorgeous,great pigmentation(dont usually like bi.colours),such a confident looking young man,great expression with wot looks to be great confirmation.TBH if he was over here with me,I WOULD give showing him a whirl as well as working him,which i,m no way experienced in but when i get my new pup in the future i will be taking her to a schtzund/training club as well as showing her.Good luck in wot ever sport u do with him even if he,s to be a pet/companion dog only.Boy ,I LUV HIM n WISH HE WAS MINE.DROOLS.Carole Spelman.
by GSDguy08 on 29 March 2012 - 12:03
pod I have no interest in dog shows, only working. I was just stating what the standard calls for. Not to mention, I like this pup's eyes.
by DDRCzechFan on 29 March 2012 - 12:03
Thanks Noddi, GSDGuy08 and Pod,
He is a joy. He's getting to be really great about letting me sleep the night through, too!
Noddi: Sorry, I'd love to be able to send you one like him, but I'm kind of attached to this little bugger. He's a total lover, highly affectionate - a total cuddle bug. I'm not sure if he'd have the drives for achieving a SchH3 or not, his drives are great at this stage, so we'll see. Truth be told I am considering contacting someone close who shows GSDs to see if I could "mentor" with her, and possibly show him. I think he could do quite well :)
Thanks again everyone!
He is a joy. He's getting to be really great about letting me sleep the night through, too!
Noddi: Sorry, I'd love to be able to send you one like him, but I'm kind of attached to this little bugger. He's a total lover, highly affectionate - a total cuddle bug. I'm not sure if he'd have the drives for achieving a SchH3 or not, his drives are great at this stage, so we'll see. Truth be told I am considering contacting someone close who shows GSDs to see if I could "mentor" with her, and possibly show him. I think he could do quite well :)
Thanks again everyone!
by noddi on 29 March 2012 - 14:03
DDRCzechFan.Wotever u choose to do with him,good luck.Carole S.
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