GSD Standards & Body Types

Below are some Basic Diagrams, Links and Terms to better your understanding of how a German Shepherd should be built . Understanding how a German Shepherd is put together can not be stressed enough, since structure determines the working ability of each dog. Also, knowing the faults and problems with this breed is also necessary when considering Competition, Conformation or a Breeding Program.

*Before using the links below, please take a moment and book mark this web site so that you can easily return to the Vom Roschenhaus web site.

German Shepherd Dog Club of America

http://www.gsdca.org/Noframes/standard/IllStan1.htm

The link above will take you directly to the illustrated standard of the German Shepherd. This is also a great site to bookmark for informational purposes and for those who would like to join and be part of this outstanding club.

This standard is an excellent resource that you may want to order in pamphlet form straight from the GSDCA.

Any questions or confusion you have about the structure and general make up of the German Shepherd can be answered quickly and thoroughly at this site.

They have broken the standard down into four Parts, each one going into great detail about appearance, structural proportions, correct movement and even choosing a sound puppy, while pointing out faults and potential problems. There are many illustrations to help you see variances otherwise missed.