Some of the male GSD’s are impressivley large, and the most majestic dog that I have ever seen in my life.
Truly a magnificent animal.
But I am very happy with my beloved girl dog.
She started off with me at 2 years of age and only 54 lbs, having been left to starve in someone’s backyard.
She is now up to 82lbs, and just beautiful.
I can’t even tell you how many people stop to remake on her as we walk. People will stop their cars to talk about her at times.
Even had a police officer pull over and we talked a while. Personally I think she would make an outstanding police service dog, because she is just as fast as lighting, but not yet quite as fast as the elusive yard squirrel :D
I really get the impression from all of this that the German Shepherd is still a much loved dog.
But, most importantly, she is truly a blessing from God, and it is my honor to give her as fine a life in this world as I possibly can.
My Tara was probably the most gorgeous dog I have ever seen. But, she was severely defective in so many ways. But absolutely gorgeous and (before the hip dysplasia really sank in) a magnificent mover. Seeing her, I now finally know what a true, great GS trot is. I have never seen it on any other dog. Never - not any of those self-righteous “show” people on either side of the pond could match it. She moved like a Standardbred, which is what it should be.
Too bad she was such a mess in other ways!
Then there was my beloved Shana, just the best dog ever. Virtually flawless in all things.
I love girls, BTW. Boys tend to be very sloppy and careless, and seem to always smell.