Hello from Canada!

[oink]

Hi everyone! I spent a lot of time in GSD forums before getting my first GSD, but wow have I learnt so much since then and there is so much I'd change looking back.

My girl is almost 3 years old and has been through quite a lot. A THR at 2 years old and gut issues that probably worsened her reactivity.

Aside from the struggles, she's been a lot of fun and is a very smart girl. I'm excited to see everyone's pups!

 

[Andre]

Hey Oink! It's so good to see you and Kylee around. Welcome!! I don't think I've seen pictures of her since she was under a year. She's matured nicely!

 

[oink]

Hey Oink! It's so good to see you and Kylee around. Welcome!! I don't think I've seen pictures of her since she was under a year. She's matured nicely!

Thanks Andre! Yes she continues to get compliments and also disbelief that she's full grown being about 21-22" at the withers

 

[Andre]

Thanks Andre! Yes she continues to get compliments and also disbelief that she's full grown being about 21-22" at the withers

Does she get that from one of her parents?

 

[oink]

Does she get that from one of her parents?

Yes the sire and the grandsire often produce smaller females, which is what I was looking for initially so at least I got that!

 

[Mr. Schmucks]

Welcome! Sounds like your girl’s been through a lot but came out wiser than most of us. Glad to have you both here, can’t wait to see her and hear more about your adventures together.

 

[Andre]

Yes the sire and the grandsire often produce smaller females, which is what I was looking for initially so at least I got that!

Is Bond a small male?

 

[oink]

Is Bond a small male?

I never met him but I think he was between 80-85lbs? Now I'm unsure if it was more the dam's influence haha. Grandsire + dam and sire + dam both produced girls on average <60lbs

 

[Kaia Murphy]

Welcome! Sounds like you and your girl have already been through so much together, she’s lucky to have someone so dedicated. She sounds like such a strong, smart girl.

 

[Malakai The Great]

Welcome! Sounds like you’ve been through quite a journey with her already she’s lucky to have someone so tuned in to her needs. THR and gut issues are no small thing, especially for a young dog, but it’s great to hear she’s still full of spirit and brains. Can’t wait to hear more about your progress together, you’ve clearly put in a lot of heart.

 

[EnraaGygas]

Welcome Oink! Your girl is GORGEOUS. I think we all have things we'd change with our dogs if we had our day over, but as long as you work with her and guide the way, you'll both come out just fine. You're her best advocate, and owning dogs is a learning journey even to the people with senior dogs or who've had the same breed for years! Can't wait to hear more about you guys!