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Frequently Asked Questions

Crystal Creek’s Sasha

Question:

A breeder I spoke with stated she does not breed German Bloodline Shepherds in order to keep her dogs from being too aggressive. Is aggressiveness exhibited more in the German Bloodline?

Answer:

I have bred both German Lines and American Lines. The other breeder you spoke with told you the partial truth. If I wanted a Shutzhund dog I would definitely look for German Lines.  They are not bred to be more aggressive but the working lines are bred to be more intensely driven to take their role such as you dictate to them. If you want them to be more aggressive, then they will be. If you want them to take the protection role, then they will gladly use their intense instinct to protect what they feel you need protection from. They are bred for this intensity where the American Lines are not. Of course they are still German Shepherds and will show all the traits most people attribute to the breed but not as much drive as the German Working Dogs.  This is the reason I breed American Lines only now. The German Lines, generally, are too intense for the average family.  Of course there are always exceptions...

Question:

Why do I breed my dogs?

Answer:

My kennel is not a vocation but a hobby. I plan on a litter when I have enough reservations.  I will keep one or two pups out of the litter for show prospects.  If these pups do not live up to their potential for show then I will offer them up for adoption as an older pup. (4 to 6 months old) Although I breed for conformation dogs my primary goal is great health and temperament. The income I receive from adoption fees is applied to the care and maintenance of my shepherds.

Question:

About how long will I have to wait for my pup after I leave a deposit?

Answer:

The average wait time is 3 months. Of course I can’t see into the future and there are always exceptions. I do get a few cancelations so there is a possibility that there will be a pup available immediately.  If you have a deposit with me then you will be able to come by with an appointment and visit/play with my dogs whenever you want. During this time, I might offer you to foster another pup until yours is ready to go home or to help socialize a current litter. There is always something to do around here if you really want to learn or get involved with the breed.

Question:

When will my pups ears go up?  They were up for a few days but now they are down again.

Answer:

This question always makes me smile. One of the most memorable times you will have with your pup is to watch their ears go up; then down; then cross; then lean; then down; then up again.  This is all expected and can be attributed to teething and nutrition. They will begin this journey from about 8 weeks until 5 months.  If they aren’t up by 5 months then we will need to help them. I have also found that the the pups with a larger head will lag behind the smaller headed dogs.

More To Come!