- Breeder Facts
1. Professional Affiliations:
The United States
National Club and United Schutzhund Club of America are extremely reliable
breeder sources for this
breed.
2. Why Use a Breeder:
Using a breeder ensures the maintenance of excellent breed lines and also assures a quality pedigree.
3. How to Find:
The US National Club offers an excellent mailing list that gives you information about the availability of this breed in and around your area.
4. What to Expect:
You can expect the Canadian German Shepherd breeder to give you instructions on the care of your pup. The breeder may also ask you a variety of questions to determine your suitability for adopting the breed.
5. Breeder's Surroundings:
A breeder that keeps dogs in the home and not in kennel runs, breeds only one type of dog, and treats the dog as family is a good breeding environment. The environment should be clean with plenty of room for the dogs to romp.
Canadian German Shepherd Breeders - Newborn Facts
1. Average Number of Newborns Delivered at Birth:
Seven to eight puppies are generally delivered per litter.
2. Age To Be Sold:
Canadian German Shepherd are weaned at 6 weeks of age, so the average age to bring home a puppy would be 10 to 12 weeks.
3. What to Look For in a Newborn:
It should be happy and healthy and should not shy from strangers. Do look for balance in angulations especially in the hind quarters.
4. Registry:
Canadian German Shepherds are registered under the AKC Herding category. They are the working group of dogs.
5. AKC Recognized Characteristics:
Size is extremely important
because many Canadian German Shepherds are bred for size (the larger the
better), but AKC allows 22 to 26 inches in size. The breed has cropped or
hanging ears. White color is a disqualification. 
Temperament
is also important in the standards. It should be a combination of a working and
a companion dog and should definitely not be shy.
6. Expense to Purchase Newborn:
This breed can cost anywhere up to $2,000.
7. Dam and Sire Information of your Newborn:
OFA certification is a must. The breeder should also be able to provide a history of the pedigree for the last three generations.
Canadian German Shepherd Breeders - Breeder Concerns
The Canadian German Shepherd Breeder's reputation depends on how well versed he or she is in the inherent genetic problems of the breed. Also look for a breeder that invites you to visit the pup prior to purchasing.
1. Breeder Reputation:
A reputable breeder will be able to provide evidence of their affiliations with major registrations and clubs for the breed. You can also check with your local veterinarian for an endorsement of the breeder, and check references from prior adoptive parents.
2. Pet Health:
Canandian German Shepherds are prone to dysplasia, toxic gut, pancreatitis and megesophagous.
3. Assurances:
A reputable breeder will provide assurances of OFA certification, AKC certification and records of veterinary visits and vaccination history.
