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Registration does not mean breeding rights and responsibilities.
by Fred Lanting
Copyright January, 2006 -
In an article sent to several websites read by sports and breeding enthusiasts, I had stated, “A Körung classification is required for registrable breeding in Germany”, and “GSDs there need a qualifying result in a breed survey in order for their offspring to be registered as purebred GSDs. And in order to get that, they need a tattoo, DNA, working title, AD, and approved hips (“a”-stamp or equivalent).”
Because a few non-breeders (or people wanting to speak for non-breeders) spoke up, I should clarify this. Actually, a dog can be a purebred GSD and recognized as such with an official piece of paper from the SV (GSD club of Germany), although such are seldom found in the community of breeders and competitors that I (and probably you) circulate in. You can consider this as “Part Two”.
Would you or your friends breed to a dog that was not proven suitable? Yes, the SV will "register" lower quality dogs, such as allowed under this provision, for example:
"Working-title Dog Registry: The Gebrauchshund registry contains dogs with or without proven ancestry but with the corresponding breed attributes." That is, if they look like GSDs. They have their own sort-of registry.
However, "Section 4.1.2 Dogs suitable for breeding" (says):
"Dogs suitable for breeding are those who have been breed surveyed to Körklasse 2 at an SV breed survey."
That logically and legally means that dogs without a minimum Kkl-2 are NOT suitable for breeding. Allowed, yes, and I admit I should have made that distinction clear. Thank you for pointing out the fine line that I did not enlarge upon. But such dogs are highly discouraged from entering, or contributing to, the gene pool and are in a miniscule minority of the GSD population.
Since there is relatively very little use or interest in the so-called “white papers” (pale green) and other certificates, compared to those who breed, show or train GSDs in competitions, I originally neglected to include these other types of “Rasse-Echtheitszertifikats” (Breed authenticity certificates). By the way, the Zuchtordnung (breeding rules), in Section 3.2, says: “Tattooers —Tattooing them is a requirement for registration” (regardless of what color the papers are, apparently).
Here, for those who have felt neglected, is my addendum to the excerpts from my translation of the Zuchtordnung (SV Rules for breeders) that I sent out earlier. In this, I will sprinkle in some translated comments from “Die Papiere: Ahnentafeln sind kein Stammbaum (Geneological tables are not [just] a family tree)”, as found in original German on http://www.schaeferhunde.de/10_zucht/zucht_01.htm
There are several types of breed-purity certificates issued by the SV. Whichever variety, the SV calls it “The most important paper that a German Shepherd Dog buyer must receive. Only an association like the SV, recognized by the FCI and VDH, issues it. No dog without this passport can be considered as a purebred German Shepherd Dog.” All have information on 30 ancestors in 4 generations behind the dogs they are issued for, including such info as brothers and sisters, performance (protection dog exam) records, colors, training titles, show ratings, and breed surveys of the ancestors. The most desirable are the “pink papers” well-known to owners.
Under the “Rasse-Echtheitszertifikat” (all since Jan. 1979 have this title) heading on your certificate and genealogical table, there is another — one of four classifications:
- Körzucht-Leistungszucht-Ahnentafel: The “best” kind, given if both parents are angekört (have passed the breed-survey) and all the ancestors in the second generation listed on the inside sheet of the pedigree paper (the grandparents) have received a training title such as SchH/IP or HGH. Incidentally, the Sieger Show has additional Ahnentafel requirements of angekört for the grandparents, in order to get into the VA classification at that annual show. This has kept great dogs like Hoss Lärchenhain and Karat’s Ulk from getting VA in recent years.
- Körzucht-Ahnentafel: This form applies to dogs whose parents animals both are angekört, but allows for one or more grandparents to be missing a training degree.
- Leistungszucht-Ahnentafel: Both parents must meet the requirements of the Zuchtordnung (I have a good translation available for websites), and correspond to the breed type and ancestry as recognized by the SV; however, it is permissible to have at least one of them without angekört, although the grandparents have training titles.
- Ahnentafel: This basic type of pedigree paper (without the descriptor “Leistungszucht” — loosely, “performance dog”) is possible if one or both of the parents correspond to the breed rules, but one or more grandparents cannot be proven to have a training title.
The genealogical table that we call a pedigree or Ahnentafel also contains a summary of the Körschein (Körung report — if it exists) for that dog. Included is the description of the dog, with its advantages and disadvantages, the good and less-than-good characteristics listed.
The Ahnentafel also offers a section for breed-book and official breed survey notes, such as: if the dog was angekört, and if so, in which class and for what time period. Recorded also in the Ahnentafel is the Körmeister’s evaluation and appraisal for the dog - an important document, which plays a role in evaluations of younger dogs, special shows, or when doing schutzhund examinations.
Is the Ahnentafel merely paper stuff? No – it is an important document, useful for not only a particular dog, but also its whole breed. As The SV website says: “Die Papiere: Ahnentafeln sind kein Stammbaum” (The Papers: Genealogical tables are not [JUST] a family tree).
General info on The Sieger Show Experience with tour guide Fred Lanting
The SV Bundessieger-Zuchtschau (BSZS or Sieger Show) in Germany is generally held in the last week of August or first week in September at a different location each year, depending on stadiums available. (The cost of stadium for this one-weekend event, and the competition with soccer/football events that sign contracts for many per year, determine the choice.) For the past 20 years or so, I have offered my non-profit 6-7-day guided tour of the show and sightseeing, including visits to kennels and training clubs. Get an SV judge's perspective of the bloodlines and procedures, along with experienced introductions to Germany's culture and beauty. My groups come from all parts of the globe, so even just the companionship is like a world-travel experience. We usually arrive on the Wednesday or Thursday before the show, and return the following Wednesday.
Looking for a great dog-related experience combined with seeing a different part of the world? Whatever your breed or activity in dogs, the annual Lanting guided show-and-sightseeing tour could be the experience of a lifetime. Read my annual “Impressions” articles on various websites for an idea of what we've seen in recent years. Tours centered on other countries’ Sieger Shows, the BSP, and world Schutzhund trials are also available if enough people sign up.
None of "my people" have ever been sorry, and all have wished they had done it earlier! You will see the best of the breed, meet important GSD people, sometimes see another country or two, and have the over-all greatest dog show experience of your life. I also include, if you decide to join us, a variety of travel tips. I offer an SV conformation judge's perspective of the show (I also have AKC, UKC, and foreign judging experience). One year, when a travel-agency tour leader again deserted his group, they came to where my group was sitting and asked me questions. References available from previous tour participants. Testimonials are numerous. I hope you will join us and recommend this tour to your friends and acquaintances. As a judge with much experience in Schutzhund training and competition, and being very familiar with Western Europe, I am able to give the best tour possible. People going it on their own cannot see the important parts of the country (sometimes we tour adjacent countries, too), and paying for your rental car is more than chipping in to pay for the van and my expenses. Read my "Impressions" on various websites for an idea of what we've seen in recent years.
There will be 3 long days of the big show, and about 3 to 4 days of sightseeing and visits. Please let me know as soon as you can, with a $400 (US) deposit, so I can start putting my notification list together and finalize (hold) hotel reservations for you. There is a lot of work involved in putting together such a tour! I will make the hotel plans based on your deposits, & arrange the visits and van(s). Easy, fun, educational and, for most --- the unique trip of a lifetime. You will not be any younger next year, and if you don't make the decision to get out there and smell the roses NOW, while you think of it, you're more likely than not to lose the opportunity and desire. Join the group! Tell others about it, too. Fred
Contact me at Mr.GSD[at]netscape.com and tell your friends and Internet contacts.
Postal mail: 3565 Parches Cove, Union Grove, AL 35175-8422 USA
Editor’s Note: A well-respected and frequent GSD specialty and all-breed judge for many clubs around the world, with KC and other-country credentials, Mr. Lanting since 1966 has lectured on Gait-and-Structure, Canine Orthopedic Disorders, and other topics, and has judged in about 30 countries, including the prestigious FCI Asian Shows hosted by Japan Kennel Club and the KC of India, the Scottish Kennel Club, and many National Specialties in the USA and elsewhere. He has been described by a former OFA director as the world’s leading non-veterinarian authority on hip dysplasia. A dog breeder since 1945, a GSD owner since 1947, and a show judge since 1979, he has lectured at numerous veterinary schools in the USA and abroad. He is the author of “must read” books for the dog owner (see below for ordering info). Curriculum Vitae available upon request.
Announcing the new “Canine HD and Other Orthopedics Disorders” book: The expanded revision is a comprehensive (nearly 600-page), amply illustrated, annotated, monumental work that is suitable as a coffee-table book, a reference work for breeders and veterinarians, and a study adjunct for veterinary students. It is equally valuable for the owner of any breed. It covers every aspect of HD and other orthopedic, bone, or spinal disorders, and includes genetics, diagnostic methods, treatment options, and the role of environment. Your autographed copy will be mailed from the USA as soon as the appropriate amount is received and is processed. Pricing: US $68, plus $5 postage in the U.S., or ask about mail overseas. Combine orders with “The Total German Shepherd Dog” by the same author ($50 plus postage). 17 of the 20 chapters are suitable for owners of any breed.
