The East German Shepherd - Then and Now

In-depth interviews with passionate German Shepherd breeders and working dog handlers from the former GDR (East Germany). Recorded in 2003, this documentary-style video features first-hand accounts about the legendary DDR German Shepherd lines — especially the famous *Line 13* — their working abilities, character, drive, hardness, and health. What You'll Hear: Personal breeding stories from the GDR era to post-reunification The importance of working traits vs. show breeding Experiences with legendary dogs and kennels (vom Felsenschloss, Gleisdreieck, Steinbusch, Sperlingsbucht and more) Discussions on HD, progeny evaluation, training, and the differences between East and West German bloodlines Insights from longtime SV members and successful working dog sports competitors A valuable historical document for anyone interested in authentic DDR German Shepherd bloodlines, Schutzhund/IPO/working dog sport, and the preservation of old East German working lines. *Originally produced in 2003.*