Thursday, August 6, 2009

White Shepherds: The True Companion Dog

By Troy Richardson

The first white German shepherd dog registered in the American Kennel Club was way back in 1917. Although Hector, considered as the father of all the German shepherds already existed in the late 1890s, breeds with pure white strain came later. It was in the year 1912 when Anne Tracy imported the first German Shepherds into the United States that the little white litters showed up.

These White Shepherds are also regarded as being obedient and responsive in nature. Like the ordinary German Shepherd dogs, they are medium sized, well balanced and muscular and that is why they are branded as an all-around working dog. They can be curious at times but they enjoy playing around.

Because of the white color coat, these dogs were mistakenly associated as Albinos. This was the very reason why they were not qualified to compete in any dog show. But later, these breed that was also known as the American-Canadian White Shepherd was recognized in America.

These dogs share the same features with the ordinary German Shepherd dogs. What makes them unique is the remarkable white coat which is not normal as believed in the early discovery of the white breed. And definitely, the white color is not associated with albinism.

It was in 1917 that the first trace of the White Shepherd breed was registered by the American Kennel Club. Anne Tracy imported them into the United States making the white strain breed known. Although the said father of all the German Shepherds lived as early as 1890s, litters emerged a little later.

Although these dogs may appear like dominating ones, males are less coarse and females are not overly refined. As opposed to the negative exaggerations associated with the White German Shepherd dogs, they can become very good companions. If properly raised in a good home, these canines can live up to its full potentials for about 14 years.

Aside from being active, these dogs also posses a very playful personality. Depending on the dog and the way it was raised, they can be very intelligent and are able to perform various tricks. Owners need not worry about training the White Shepherds since they are very respectful and can socialize with the outside world.

The very reason why White German Shepherds were not allowed to compete in dog shows before is due to its unique white color. They were mistakenly referred to as Albinos. But later, these dogs were recognized in America are now commonly known as the American-Canadian White Shepherd.

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