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Old 12-15-2011, 12:16 AM   #1 (permalink)
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Anyone know of a good breeder in the Midwest. I am from Iowa and am looking for a top quality German Shepherd. Thanks!!
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Old 12-15-2011, 12:32 AM   #2 (permalink)
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I think before you will get a recommendation you need to tell people what your goals are with this dog. Are you looking for a pet? Working dog? Companion? Search Iowa GSD for at least one breeder that is breeding working dogs.

Personally speaking, I would have visited Holtgrew for a working dog had I known 4 years ago what I know now.
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I am looking for a pet/working dog I have a family ranging from kids the age 15 to 4. I want a GS they can enjoy rough housing with and a loyal companion. I had a GS for 14 years, so I am familliar with the breed. I want a good breeder and I have actually seen mixed reviews on some breeders when I search for Iowa GSD. I would really like opinions from someone with experience first hand.
I realize alot is on my shoulders when I look at potential breeders, but I was hoping someone could help narrow my search for me.
Thanks!!
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I have a dog from Royaiair owned by Robin Krumm. My wide and I have been very pleased with her and the dog. We are experienced GSD owners and have had titled imports as well. Her web page is www.royaiair.org
She is in Grinnell, IA
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I would strongly recommend doing an extensive search on this site and others before going to Royalair.
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are you looking for ? working line ,german showline or american showline?
like Emoore stated , please search this site , there are a few posts regarding Royair.
If you are looking for a am showline for a pet , pm me I am in MN and have some recomendations for breeders and ones to possibly avoid or at least reaserch further.
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Mike Williams at Altebaum might have a litter....also is manufacturer of Vertex and Structure (Canine Performance Nutrition)

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are you looking for ? working line ,german showline or american showline?
like Emoore stated , please search this site , there are a few posts regarding Royair.
If you are looking for a am showline for a pet , pm me I am in MN and have some recomendations for breeders and ones to possibly avoid or at least reaserch further.
Sorry, with the winter this got set aside and now I am back looking.
I am not really looking for showline for a pet. I am most looking for a true GS that wont have the health defects that come with some pups. I want a legit breeder that has REAL health guarantees and take pride in their dogs.

Thanks for your help!!!
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Showline dogs do not necessarily come with health problems. They also make good loyal pets. You cannot generalize like that.
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Showline dogs do not necessarily come with health problems. They also make good loyal pets. You cannot generalize like that.
Exactly. This needs to be repeated all the time.
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