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The German Shepherd Dog is the most versatile breed in the modern history of the world. Respected throughout the world for its versatility, loyalty, and intelligence, the German Shepherd is unmatched as a working dog. The German Shepherd Dog is hailed as the worlds leading police, guard, search and rescue, and military dog. The German Shepherd Dog is also a loving family companion and protector, herder and show competitor. The German Shepherd Dog is versatile, devoted, approach-able, direct and fearless, with a strong, muscular body.

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WUSV Breed Standard
The German Shepherd Dog is medium sized. With the hair pressed down, the height at the withers is measured by stick along the vertical as it follows the line of the elbow from the withers to the ground. The ideal height at the withers is 62.5 cm for males and 57.5 for females. An allowance of 2.5 cm over or under is permissible.
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AKC Breed Standard
The first impression of a good German Shepherd Dog is that of a strong, agile, well muscled animal, alert and full of life. It is well balanced, with harmonious development of the forequarter and hindquarter. The dog is longer than tall, deep-bodied, and presents an outline of smooth curves rather than angles.
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