The German Shepherd Dog Standard
Learn about the recognised breed standard and the qualities that define the German Shepherd Dog.
View official GSDCA resource ↗The breed
German Shepherd Dog
Breed information, health, Breed Survey and Character Assessment.
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German Shepherd Dog Breed Information
Explore the official German Shepherd Dog Council of Australia (GSDCA) resources on breed preservation, standards, health and breed improvement.
Health and Welfare
Find GSDCA information about breed health, hereditary conditions and welfare initiatives.
View official GSDCA resource ↗Breed Improvement Schemes
Explore the GSDCA's programs and information relating to breed health and improvement.
View official GSDCA resource ↗Breed Survey
Understand the purpose of breed survey and access the GSDCA's current guidance and requirements.
View official GSDCA resource ↗Character Assessment
Read about the GSDCA Character Assessment, including its purpose, criteria and exercises.
View official GSDCA Character Assessment resource ↗GSDCA Forms and Publications
Access official forms, applications and supporting documentation directly from the GSDCA.
View official GSDCA resource ↗Authoritative breed information
Breed information is provided with reference to the German Shepherd Dog Council of Australia (GSDCA). For current standards, regulations and eligibility requirements, please refer to official GSDCA publications. NHRGSDC provides local club information separately.