The German Shepherd Today
Since 1974 The German Shepherd Today has been recognized as the most definitive source of information for all who glory in von Stephanitz's living legacy. Now, in its third magnificent edition, this great masterwork is more meaningful than ever to the unique fellowship that has the German Shepherd as its common bond. Here you can explore the German Shepherd's roots and the work of the visionaries that launched his fortunes. There is vital information all owners, new or old, need to make the most of sharing their lives with these remarkable dogs. For whatever reason you have been drawn to the German Shepherd and for whatever information needs you have regarding the breed and your relationship to it, you will find all you seek-and more-in the new third edition of The German Shepherd Today. And with the text Shepherd fans recommend to each other, is a large gallery of beautiful photos, enlightening diagrams, pedigrees, and statistics you will find as absorbing as the dog you call your own. The best one remains on top.
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Book details
- Author
- Winifred Gibson Strickland
- Imprint
- Howell Book House, an imprint of Turner Publishing Company
- Published
- Formats
- Paperback, Hardcover
- Subjects
- Pets › Dogs › Breeds
- Topics
- dog breeds · dog training · dog care · dog grooming · dog health · breed history
- ISBN-13
- 9780876051542 (Paperback)9781620456682 (Hardcover)
About the author
WINIFRED "WYNN" GIBSON STRICKLAND earned 215 obedience titles over her lifetime and owned Wynthea Kennels, which produced 24 breed champions and 8 obedience trial champions. Her books include The German Shepherd Today, Obedience Class Instruction for Dogs: The Trainer’s Manual and Expert Obedience Training for Dogs.
Strickland served as an AKC Obedience judge for 18 years, was a director of the GSDCA, and held membership in the SV.USA and WDA.
When not writing, Strickland was an instrument-qualified pilot who flew across the country to compete in obedience trials and conduct training clinics. Her work as a breeder and trainer informed a body of writing centered on German Shepherds and competitive obedience.
