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Breed Scheme

Objective of Breed Survey

To promote and offer guidance for the uniform development of the German Shepherd Dog breed, by evaluating and recording the pedigree and the breed worth of each animal, according to the Breed Standard, resulting in improvement of the breeds’ inherent working qualities.

Dogs and bitches are awarded classification in either Breed Survey Class I, or Breed Survey Class II, if it is expected that they will contribute to the overall improvement of the breed in Australia.

Breed Surveys are held regularly within Victoria, where dogs and bitches over the age of 18 months (and under 8 years of age) at the date of the Survey, may be presented for assessment to one of the Panel of Victorian Breed Surveyors.

The animals listed have all been awarded the classification of:

Breed Survey Class I - animals which are anatomically and temperamentally far above the breed average of this country, or

Breed Survey Class II - animals which are anatomically and temperamentally above the breed average of this country, as distinct from "far above".

Breeding Ethics

In order to use the Club Puppy Listings, the following guidelines must be complied with.

Should any member give misleading information on the Litter Application Form, they may be reported to Committee for further action. Any complaints should be directed to the Breed Affairs Administrator.

Stud Dog

1. The stud dog must be Breed Surveyed Class I or II prior to mating.
2. Minimum age of stud dog should be 18 months.
3. Owner of stud dog should request a veterinarian clearance for breeding soundness (swab certificate).

Brood bitch

1. Brood bitch must be Breed Surveyed Class I or II prior to mating.
2. A veterinarian clearance for breeding soundness (swab certificate) is required for the bitch.
3. A bitch may not be bred from more than twice in each period of eighteen months.

Puppies

1. Puppies should be a minimum of eight weeks of age prior to leaving breeder, and must be tattooed by a recognized Club Tattooist.
2. All mutations and obvious malformations should be culled at birth.
3. Breeder must ensure that all puppies are de-wormed and immunized at least ten days prior to leaving the breeder.
4. Puppies must be in a clean and healthy condition and kennels should be in a clean condition.
5. Information on general care, diet, worming and immunization, pedigree forms and signed transfer form must be given on receipt of payment from the buyer. It is recommended that Club Booklets and/or Education Units be supplied by the breeder.

German Shepherd Dog Council of Australia Regulations

Breed Survey Criteria (Effective October 2005)

Participation in Breed Improvement Schemes

Application Form for Breed Survey

Application for Interstate Breed Survey