myshiloh
Posted : 3/9/2007 9:07:18 PM
Actually, I guess it's how you use the term
straight. American GSDs have what often is called roach- or sloped-backs. The original GSDs from Germany have lovely, straight, strong, healthy backs. I love both but I feel sorry for the American GSDs. They look like they hurt when they move and their rate of hip displaysia is scary. That's why I love the Shiloh Shepherds. Lovely strong straigh healthy backs and movement like silk.
I also love Cocker Spaniels (my new Pixel has lived with me less than two weeks).
If I had the land and could afford more dogs, I'd have:
Leonberger
Alaskan Malamute
Siberian Husky
PBGV
Gordon Setter, and
Papillon
And then probably others because I like so many.