How to narrow it down?

jpgsds · 01-04-2013, 08:01 PM

After exhaustive research, I have come full circle back to not knowing which breeder to pick for my GSD pup. I am not deciding based on working line or show line b/c I think all of these breeders have the ability to help me find the correct temperament for my family. It will be a family dog first(small children and lots of friends), but I have desire to train and "work" with him/her as well. The work will be hobby, not professional. I thought that I had decided but while getting one last opinion from my vet she culled the breeder b/c she did not like them using raw diet (however, that breeder is still on this list). Like each of you, we really want a healthy dog first and need a great breeder to help us with that. I am new to this so would really, really like your input. Thank you very, very much!

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jpgsds · 01-04-2013, 08:22 PM

Sorry, these are the ones I have narrowed it down to. Can you help by endorsing one or two of them if you have actual knowledge of them to be great breeders. Thanks again!

sit,stay · 01-04-2013, 08:26 PM

I highly recommend Theishof. Heidi Theis knows her dogs. She trains and trials the dogs she breeds. I have seen several generations of Theishof dogs and have been impressed with every one of them. I have had the good fortune to train at least a little with her and would not hesitate to go to her if I were to ever get another GSD.
Sheilah

doggiedad · 01-04-2013, 08:28 PM

decide working line or show line. pick a pup.
enroll in a puppy class. train and socialize daily,
several times a day. involve everybody in the family
that can train and socialize, neighbors, friends, people
you meet when you're out, strangers, etc.

be consistent in your training and socializing.
good luck.

LARHAGE · 01-04-2013, 08:32 PM

I like Theishof, had a great dog from Heidi years ago. Great temperament and gorgeous to look at. He was my trail dog for years.

jpgsds · 01-04-2013, 08:35 PM

DoggieDad, are you saying that you think any of these breeders would be fine? Our dogs do everything with us... go to work, play, travel, etc so socialization will not be a problem and I have trained Labs to hunt growing up. Hopefully, the higher intelligence of the GSD will make the transition easier. Sheilah, thank you for the recommendation. I have talked to Heidi and she is one of the tops on the list. Very reassuring to have my gut confirmed by knowledgeable GSD folks such as yourself.

Capone22 · 01-04-2013, 08:35 PM

I would be VERY happy to find a breeder who feeds raw. Vets are not educated in nutrition. Do some more research on the raw diet before taking that breeder of the list.

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jpgsds · 01-04-2013, 08:40 PM

Thank you Capone22. I will take your advice. I have noticed that many, if not most, breeders are feeding at least some raw.

jpgsds · 01-04-2013, 08:59 PM

Thank you for the response, LARHAGE.

jpgsds · 01-04-2013, 10:26 PM

Just to be clear now that I look back on one of the responses... I am looking for either German show lines or working lines and hope to get recommendations for any/all of these breeders to help me decide who is "safe" to use. Thank you.

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01-04-2013, 08:01 PM	#1 (permalink)
jpgsds New Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Posts: 23	How to narrow it down? After exhaustive research, I have come full circle back to not knowing which breeder to pick for my GSD pup. I am not deciding based on working line or show line b/c I think all of these breeders have the ability to help me find the correct temperament for my family. It will be a family dog first(small children and lots of friends), but I have desire to train and "work" with him/her as well. The work will be hobby, not professional. I thought that I had decided but while getting one last opinion from my vet she culled the breeder b/c she did not like them using raw diet (however, that breeder is still on this list). Like each of you, we really want a healthy dog first and need a great breeder to help us with that. I am new to this so would really, really like your input. Thank you very, very much! Van Meerhout German Shepherds Theishof German Shepherd Puppies for sale in Boise, Idaho. We can ship to any state! German Shepherd Breeder \| Police Dogs \| Schutzhund \| Washington USA \| BC Canada Home German Shepherd for sale, German Shepherd Breeder, German Shepherd puppies for sale,Top German Shepherd Puppies for Sale, World Class puppies

01-04-2013, 08:28 PM	#4 (permalink)
doggiedad Crowned Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Jenkintown,Pa. Posts: 12,722	decide working line or show line. pick a pup. enroll in a puppy class. train and socialize daily, several times a day. involve everybody in the family that can train and socialize, neighbors, friends, people you meet when you're out, strangers, etc. be consistent in your training and socializing. good luck. __________________ "Life Without A Dog Is A Life Unfulfilled"

01-04-2013, 08:32 PM	#5 (permalink)
LARHAGE Elite Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Oak Hills, California Posts: 1,889	I like Theishof, had a great dog from Heidi years ago. Great temperament and gorgeous to look at. He was my trail dog for years. __________________ INTCH, U-GRCH V Alta-Tollhaus Gavin schH3, UWP, KKL1a, OFA EXCELLENT, DM-Clear MHDW ( Most Handsome Dog In World) To err is human, to forgive, is canine.

01-04-2013, 08:22 PM	#2 (permalink)
jpgsds New Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Posts: 23	Sorry, these are the ones I have narrowed it down to. Can you help by endorsing one or two of them if you have actual knowledge of them to be great breeders. Thanks again!

01-04-2013, 08:26 PM	#3 (permalink)
sit,stay Knighted Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Idaho Posts: 2,657	I highly recommend Theishof. Heidi Theis knows her dogs. She trains and trials the dogs she breeds. I have seen several generations of Theishof dogs and have been impressed with every one of them. I have had the good fortune to train at least a little with her and would not hesitate to go to her if I were to ever get another GSD. Sheilah

01-04-2013, 08:35 PM	#6 (permalink)
jpgsds New Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Posts: 23	DoggieDad, are you saying that you think any of these breeders would be fine? Our dogs do everything with us... go to work, play, travel, etc so socialization will not be a problem and I have trained Labs to hunt growing up. Hopefully, the higher intelligence of the GSD will make the transition easier. Sheilah, thank you for the recommendation. I have talked to Heidi and she is one of the tops on the list. Very reassuring to have my gut confirmed by knowledgeable GSD folks such as yourself.

01-04-2013, 08:35 PM	#7 (permalink)
Capone22 Master Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Southern California Posts: 935	I would be VERY happy to find a breeder who feeds raw. Vets are not educated in nutrition. Do some more research on the raw diet before taking that breeder of the list. Sent from my iPhone using Petguide.com Free App

01-04-2013, 08:40 PM	#8 (permalink)
jpgsds New Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Posts: 23	Thank you Capone22. I will take your advice. I have noticed that many, if not most, breeders are feeding at least some raw.

01-04-2013, 08:59 PM	#9 (permalink)
jpgsds New Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Posts: 23	Thank you for the response, LARHAGE.

01-04-2013, 10:26 PM	#10 (permalink)
jpgsds New Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Posts: 23	Just to be clear now that I look back on one of the responses... I am looking for either German show lines or working lines and hope to get recommendations for any/all of these breeders to help me decide who is "safe" to use. Thank you. Theishof German Shepherd Puppies for sale in Boise, Idaho. We can ship to any state! Van Meerhout German Shepherds About Us German Shepherd Breeder \| Police Dogs \| Schutzhund \| Washington USA \| BC Canada German Shepherd for sale, German Shepherd Breeder, German Shepherd puppies for sale,Top German Shepherd Puppies for Sale, World Class puppies Home

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