my German Shepherd has floppy ears and i want to know if its ok to breed him if he has floppy ears.
should i breed my german shepherd with floppy ears?
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The puppy pictures show a puppy with poor genetics for color, conformation and type. Could be purebred, teh sire looks to be a more typy dog and the dam is very low in type....a classic 'back yard' breeding pair with no thought or knowledge as to quality of type, conformation or character....
There are so many GSDs in shelters and being euthanized for lack of homes. Even well bred dogs who cost thousands of dollars end up in bad situations....this is NOT a breeding quality dog. This is a dog you love and who is lucky to have a good home....if you want another dog - rescue one....
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There are so many GSDs in shelters and being euthanized for lack of homes. Even well bred dogs who cost thousands of dollars end up in bad situations....this is NOT a breeding quality dog. This is a dog you love and who is lucky to have a good home....if you want another dog - rescue one....
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Zira does have a long tongue, always has been too big for her. We also live in Florida, so it's extremely hot with high humidity year around. It's rare to be outside and not see the dogs with their tongues out, it's their internal A/C system.
I have a beautiful PB GSD that I wouldn't even consider breeding. There's no shame in that, only the very best examples of the breed should be used to reproduce. Even if I did, I would never consider breeding her to a dog with obvious faults in its conformation and temperament (if it has anxiety issues, as others have mentioned). I would be looking for a dog who's got titles (proving it's ability to work), outstanding temperament and conformation, had all the health checks done (have you had OFA hips, elbows etc checked? Have you tested for DM, thyroid, eyes?)
Leave breeding to the pros.
Your dog looks very sweet, but the ear, the washed out pigment, the anxiety issues, he's just not a candidate for breeding, but that does not mean you can't do many other things with him.
Why not get your dog involved in some sports and see if you can get some titles on him? I've started scent work with my GSD and we have having so much fun with it. There are many better ways to enjoy and be proud of your dog besides breeding it.
Good luck!
Leave breeding to the pros.
Your dog looks very sweet, but the ear, the washed out pigment, the anxiety issues, he's just not a candidate for breeding, but that does not mean you can't do many other things with him.
Why not get your dog involved in some sports and see if you can get some titles on him? I've started scent work with my GSD and we have having so much fun with it. There are many better ways to enjoy and be proud of your dog besides breeding it.
Good luck!
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Yes. I have been breeding German shepherds since 2010 it's 2024 almost 2025. I own both the Sire and Dam fully health tested and titled. I have 3 litters with this pair 27 puppies total ONLY 1 pups ears are "Broken" i am breeding him. Long story short I kept a male as a stud prospect his older brother broke his ears as a puppy we tried taping/posting ears didn't help as the cartilage was already broke. you MUST look at the "whole" dog. The dog I'm going to breed with floppy ears still has 4 titles with akc ( CGC,BCAT,RAT,TKN) going for dock dive next, OFA Excellent/Normal, DM,MDR1, PD clear. Dogs flawless genetic wise and the pedigree is very nice, Passed temperament test. Floppy ears from brother. So what does your dog being to the table to breed? What are you goals?
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Before jumping to conclusions read some of the thread and look at the OP'S other posts.The ear set wasn't the major issue for others to recommend not breeding.Think about starting your own thread about thoughtful breeding programs
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