It is filled with informational pictures of the history of this great breed. The german shepherd dog is a good book to read if you want to learn about german shepherd history. The most shepherd families were found in the uk in 1891. As a side note, we also covered differences between male and female german shepherd dogs in this other article. This brief history is not intended to be all inclusive. The author kicks off the book with a fascinating history of the breed. This amazing breed has become one of the most popular breeds throughout europe and in such a short time they have achieved so much and the numbers just keep growing. The book was given to me by my father, frank nilsen, and was passed on to him by his mother hazel putt nilsen. The german shepherd dog in word and picture is a book first published in 1923.
The german shepherd s intelligence makes him easy to train. The german shepherd dog is respected and admired throughout the world for its versatility, intelligence, and loyalty. This book is designed to help you teach your german shepherd puppy important things such as socializing, exercising, obedience training, and reward training. This book will familiarize you with the germans shepherd s background, main characteristics, dominant traits, and health concerns. The german shepherd dog is a breed of largesized dog that originated in germany in 1899. In a twist in german shepherd dog history the american public soon embraced the breed, but it was the emergence of rintintin, a rescued male german shepherd dog from the war, that graced the silent films of the day and shot the dogs popularity through the roof. Best german shepherd books for your summer 2017 reading list. I have owned this book for a number of years and purchased other books on the topic of dog genetics but this is the book. It has existed as a recognized breed for a relatively brief period of time compared to other dog. Learn about your dogs natural behavior instincts, and learn how to change and correct some of them. This book will familiarize you with the germans shepherds background, main characteristics, dominant traits, and health concerns.
This was about % of all the recorded shepherd s in the usa. John shepherd family history the information on this website is taken from a history of the john shepherd family published in 19 in cleveland, ohio. Top 10 best german shepherd training books for all skill levels in. Because of their strength, intelligence and abilities in obedience training they are often employed in police and military roles around the world. The club name was changed to the shepherd dog club of. The german shepherd is a versatile and endearing companion. As the name suggests, the german shepherd was bred to herd sheep. A complete guide to raising, training, and caring for your german shepherd everything pets by walker, joan. We have a collection of more than 10,000 scarce and outofprint books, for readers, teachers and collectors. German shepherd dog first came to the united states. Pet expert joan hustace walker offers professional advice on nutrition, health care, grooming, and much more. The german shepherd dog a genetic history by willis malcolm b. The kennel club, in the united kingdom, is involved in a dispute with german shepherd breed clubs about the issue of soundness in the showstrain breed. Yet, as history has shown in its brief moment in time, the german shepherd is one of the more popular, smart, adaptable, and lovable dogs in the world today.
Plus he was trying to make a breed that was immune to distemper. In stephanitzs stud book there are four entires for wolf crosses at different points in the breeds development. Go indepth with some great books on the german shepherd dog. With this dog guide book, you will be able to understand. Wolves are smarter then domesticated dogs, so get the best of both worlds. The shepherd family name was found in the usa, the uk, canada, and scotland between 1840 and 1920. If you dont see the book that interests you, then feel free to use our quick book search tool below. This book is the best on the topic of genetics of the german shepherd dog.
Until the 1970s the breed was known as the alsatian in the united kingdom. Ancient origins articles related to german shepherd in the sections of history, archaeology, human origins, unexplained, artifacts, ancient places and myths and legends. Ohio had the highest population of shepherd families in 1840. This list of recommendations below includes books with information from deciding if a german shepherd is the right breed for you to teaching your fullgrown german shepherd skills in tracking, protection, and show competitions. What every shepherd owner needs to know about his or her pet by amy morford nov 21, 2014 4. German shepherd dog club of america gsdca about gsds. Shepherds have been used for search and rescue, police work, guarding, herding and seeing eye dogs. In 1840 there were 156 shepherd families living in ohio. Everything german shepherd book by joan hustace walker nook. The german shepherd dog is a large breed known for its protective personality. It talks in detail about every aspect of what went into making this breed, from. The german shepherd dog in word and picture wikipedia. German shepherd dog history origins, facts, information. In fact, there was a time when there was a reduction in the demand of the shepherd dogs.
The white shepherd is the result of some breeders not wanting the white color so over time the white dogs became their own breed. Tacitus briefly mentioned a wolflike dog, seen in the rhine country of germany. German shepherd dog encyclopedia article citizendium. German shepherd handbook german shepherd training tips. Below you will find many books specific to the german shepherd. And a german shepherd library would be an absolute help to any gsd owner. The german shepherd originated in germany in the 19th century and was bred to be a working dog. German shepherd history german shepherd history can be traced as far back to the writings of the early roman era by quoting tacitus, a roman historian. His versatility makes him a great companion for adults and children alike. German shepherd stories any good nonfiction and fiction book involving stories about german shepherds or where the german shepherd is an important character in the book. Packed with tons of information for new and seasoned owners alike, the everything german shepherd book is an authoritative guide to your favorite breed. You may click on any of the book titles in order to view more detailed information on the specific book selected.
This list is not for training manuals, instruction books or reference books. The history and origin of the german shepherd dog german. Top 7 best german shepherd training books allshepherd. German shepherd, breed of working dog developed in germany from traditional herding and farm dogs. Top 10 best german shepherd training books for all skill. The monks of new skete have over a 30year history of being one of americas most trusted authorities in breeding german shepherds, training. Human history and dog history have been inextricable for thou. The history of german shepherds german shepherd world. A must have for any breeder and a great book for any lover of the breed.
In germany, in 1891, a group of enthusiasts formed the phylax society with the aim of fostering and standardizing native german breeds. History and origins of the german shepherd dog a brief insight into the development of the breed the german shepherd breed appeared late at the end of the 19th century in germany and they were first exhibited at a show in hanover in 1882. I have owned this book for a number of years and purchased other books on the topic of dog genetics but this is the book that i find myself picking up for the answers. Although a bit dated, this book taught me an incredible amount german shepherd dogs the breed in general, as well as its history in the world of showing. Aside from the sheer weirdness of this statement, it reveals a dismal dependence on dogma rather than critical thought. A strongly built, relatively longbodied dog, the german shepherd stands 22 to 26 inches 56 to 66 cm and weighs 75 to 95 pounds 34 to 43 kg. It is an outline of breed history from a north american show perspective. In the english language, the breeds officially recognized name is german shepherd dog sometimes abbreviated as gsd. History of the german shepherd roches german shepherds. The amazing history of the german shepherd and how they came to be pp. After that, the former cavalry captain created the vereinfur deutsche schaferhunde, which translates to society for the german shepherd dog in english.
Continuing in german shepherd dog history the american german shepherd dog clubs first show was held at greenwich, connecticut in 1915. German shepherd dog history began in just this way. Not only are there books on the history of the german shepherd, but there are also books on dog training in general but even on more specific areas like schutzhund dog training, obedience, etc. Leendert saarloos, the founding breeder, aimed to make a smart, healthier german shepherd. Jun 01, 2017 this book contains information pertaining to the first domestic dogs and the emergence and design of the german shepherd dog through selective breeding practices. Jan 16, 2012 the sarloos wolfhound is the prime example.
A summary of the history of the german shepherd breed. A board member of the german shepherd dog club of america once asserted to me that she lived by three credos. By 1923 the german shepherd stud book had over 180,000 dogs registered. Find out how to take the best care of this sturdy dog, and learn about breedspecific health problems every owner should understand. Pdf constructing the german shepherd dog researchgate. Pdf the german shepherd dog, one of the most popular breeds of domestic animal, was created between. Willis and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. As part of the herding group, german shepherds are working dogs developed originally for herding and guarding sheep. Loyal and courageous, the german shepherd is the total working dog. Learn more about the german shepherd with pictures, facts and more on petmd. Max goes into infinite detail about the german shepherd dog and his intentions with the breed. And if you are a new owner, or are thinking about getting a german shepherd dog, then i highly suggest that you buy a book or two on the subject of german shepherds and reading all about them before you bring one into your home.
He greatly admired the herding dogs of his native germany, and believed they had the full potential to be the total allpurpose working dog. Raising your german shepherd will be much easier when you read this helpful book on teaching and training your german shepherd. This unparalleled reference is a treasure trove of. The gsd is a fairly recent breed in the breeding history of dogs, having been developed almost. The german shepherd big book was created to help you figure out if a german shepherd is the right breed for you. The history of the german shepherd german language blog. This book will familiarize you with the german s shepherd s background, main characteristics, dominant traits, and health concerns. The german shepherd dog, its history, development, and genetics. We hope you find what youre looking for from this list. It also contains tips on how to eliminate unwanted behavior and how to teach advanced dog training exercises. History the history of the white shepherd is the generally the same as that of the german shepherd. Because of their strength, intelligence and abilities in obedience training they are often employed in police and military roles around the. Welcome to old childrens books, selling childrens literature and picture books online since 1994.
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