I am interested in getting some advice on a new puppy. I am looking for a GSD that is stable, preferably not a high drive dog. Does anyone know a reputable breeder that breeds companion dogs that have the ddr look? I am new to the GSD world but have been fascinated with this breed for a long time. I am looking for a "Beginner" dog that I can learn from. In the future I may look into a getting a dog for sport but as a first large dog I just want a companion for my kids and the family.
IMO there are not many GSD's that are "not a high drive dog". Labs would be my idea of a family dog although some GSD's are good to. Just plan on lots of walks.
I'm sure someone here can help you find a breeder to work with. As Aaron pointed out there are plenty of nice pups. You probably will find with your research that you will want a breeder that has a focus on producing dogs for work. Even if you don't need a drivey demon pup.
Aaron is absolutely correct that there are mellow pups in pretty much every litter, so you won't have problems, when dealing with a reputable breeder, in finding a lower drive pup. However, ANY GSD pup (most pups of any breed) are going to be little, very active alligators with a mouth full of very sharp teeth. Too many pups end up being given away due to being thought "vicious" because they bite, jump, etc... on young children. Which is what led me to question the age of your kids.
One of our forum members, Betty Waldon, breeds some wonderful GSDs and would be a good place to start. Don't know if her dogs have the "look" you are after, but she will guide you honestly.
The diner plate head? The broad shoulders? The firm hips?
Or is it the hard stare don't screw with me look?
I have to part company here with Aaron and others, the defense that comes along with a DDR is exactly the reason I wouldn't recommend those lines for a beginner.
Not handled correctly it becomes not only a huge liability but a danger to you and your family.
And it's not something that really shows it self full blown until later in life. Like at least 2 years down the road for the DDR lines. Oh, you will see hints here and there of it as the pup matures but for the most part it will remain latent untill past the time you think all is ok. The DDR lines mature s-l-o-w-l-y.
I don't know what look you think you want.
But I wouldn't recommend a DDR for a beginner.
eta;
I wouldn't ever, never bring a dog home for being pretty to look at.
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