White German Shepherd Dog
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GERMAN SHEPHERD CONFORMATION & BODY PARTS The German Shepherd Dog is slightly long,
stretched, powerful and well muscled. The bones are dry and firmly developed.
The ratio of height to length and placement and structure of the limbs
(angulation) are so balanced that a far reaching, effortless gait is
guaranteed. He has a weatherproof coat. A harmonious appearance is desired as
long as the working ability of the dog is not called into question. Sex
characteristics must be pronounced, as the masculinity of the males and the
femininity of the females must be unmistakable. Angulation
and Movement
The German Shepherd Dog is a gaiter. His gait
exhibits a diagonal movement; that is, the hind and foreleg on the same side
always move in opposite directions. Therefore, the limbs must be so similarly
proportioned to one another, angulated, that the action of the rear as it is
always carried through to the middle of the body is matched by an equally far
reaching forehand causing no essential change in the topline. The over
angulated rear diminishes the firmness and endurance. The correct proportions
of height to length and corresponding length of leg bones results in a ground
covering gait which is low to the ground and gives the impression of
effortless progression. With his head thrust forward and tail slightly
raised, a balanced and steady trotter will have a topline running unbroken in
a gentle curve from the tip of the ears over the neck and back to the tip of
the tail.
SHOULDER ANGLE
FROM THE REAR – CORRECT & FAULTS
01. Paretial bone 11. Humerus 21. Patella
A.
Incisors The dentition must be strong, healthy and complete
(42 teeth). The German Shepherd Dog has a scissor bite, that is, the
incisors must connect like scissors, so that the incisors of the upper jaw
cut scissor-like over those of the lower jaw. Level, over- or undershot
bites are faulty, as well as large gaps between the teeth. It is also a
fault when the incisors are placed in a straight line in the gums. The
jawbones must be strongly developed, so that the teeth are embedded deeply in
the gumline. |
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