White German shepherds
are German shepherd dogs that have white coats with little or no
color or markings on the body. They are not necessarily albino
dogs but they just have a recessive gene that makes them white.
White German shepherds are not acceptable in most shows and
sometimes kennel clubs. The reason for this is because the
lighter color of the white German shepherds disqualifies them
from being effective guard and watch dogs. This is because white
stands out from the darkness of the usual time when watch dogs
and guard dogs are supposed to be difficult to see.
History Of The White
German Shepherds
White Germen shepherds were
taken notice of in the early 20th century. During this
time, the foundation of all German shepherd dogs' bloodlines (Horand
van Grafrath) supposedly had a white grandfather, called Greif.
Initially, German shepherd dogs with white coats were disqualified
from shows especially shows where the breed standard is noted. In
shows where the working performance of a dog is noted, they may
enter. The main reason why these dogs are disqualified from the show
is due mainly to the attributes that make their coat stand out at
night when they are supposed to be guard dogs or watch dogs.
The white German shepherd dog
is now recognized by some kennel clubs all over the world with many
exceptions. The standards for the white German shepherds are highly
similar to those of the common German Shepherds. It is only the coat
that brings about the difference between the two and most of the
white dogs are bred to accommodate the preference of the white coat.
These days, many people like the pristine appearance of the white
dogs and they are growing in popularity slowly but surely.
Characteristics Of The
White German Shepherd
The white coated German
shepherd dog is descended from the same ancestors as the common
German shepherd dogs. This means that the only difference between
both breeds is the color of the dogs. While the common German
shepherds have a variety of color combinations, a single color is
unusual for most common German shepherds although there are some
cases of solid black. White German shepherds on the other hand are
characteristically white and they are bred to be pure white although
some variety may be present in the color such as a light tan or
light cream and fading may appear as the dog grows older. The ageing
in the color may refer to some yellowish areas growing in the dog's
coat but not all white coated shepherd dogs may experience this.
The white coated shepherd
dogs are described as medium built by most kennel associations in
spite of its large appearance. It is longer in body than it is tall
and its hind legs are noticeably powerful. Female white German
shepherds are also markedly different in facial features than males.
Females have a definite femininity while males are also more
masculine in terms of a more bulky head. Overall the dog is made up
of curves rather than an angular appearance hence the common sloping
back may be present in most species. The dog's coat is made up of
two layers of fur. His is common for most water resistant coats of
dogs and it may take some time of lathering before the coat is fully
saturated. The initial outer layer is longer, denser and coarser
than the inner layer which is fine and soft to touch. Dogs with
noses which are not predominantly black are not accepted in shows
since white German shepherds are not a product of albinism, which
results to a completely white nose.
Temperament
White German shepherds are
similar to common German shepherds in terms of attitude and
temperament. These dogs are highly intelligent and are not difficult
to train. In fact, they are willing to do almost anything that their
masters ask them to do with the right supervision and guidance.
These dogs are also very good with children and are usually gentle
with most members of their human family. They get attached to every
member of the family, unlike some dogs that usually stay attached to
just one master in spite having many family members. White German
shepherds are basically stable dogs that are confident and well
balanced dogs.
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