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by Blitzen on 01 September 2007 - 18:09
Sugarbear, Blitz is also 28", 97 pounds and he too is very agile when it comes to being able to jump high and run fast. However, I think the "work" he could do would be nothing compared to what is required from a tending dog 24/7 for months at a time. He's just too darned big. Tending requires a much higher level of athletisicm and agility.
by Silverbolt Prime on 03 September 2007 - 21:09
Breed standards exist for a reason-- the emphasis on the GSD is versatility; both for tasks, and working environments. The afrorementioned Malinois is very good at what it does, making up for it's smaller size with sheer tenacity. However in other terrain the Mal is too slight for some of the heavier work. Likewise the 100+ rottie is probably very good at taking people down, but how well could a large dog like that get into narrow spaces, or jump through the window of a vehicle for apprehensions?
I prefer the GSD for it's heavier bone structure and solidity. Breed for size (too large or too small) and you begin to narrow the range of environments your dog can work in. The greatest strength in the GSD is it's abiliy to be a jack-of-all-trades. Not to mention size-related issues like shortened life-span and increased joint issues.
The standard has been field tested and proven for many decades. I see no need to mess with the GSD standard just on the asthetics of size.
by marci on 03 September 2007 - 21:09
Well said Silverbolt Prime... ONE STANDARD...
by Watcher on 03 September 2007 - 21:09
No worries though, they will knock your dog for being 1 cm too big but gave VA1 to a dog with NZ elbows.......crazy world eh?
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