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Quiet Winter Farm
| We raise our pups with a balanced mix of science, nature and experience. We seek to have as natural an upbringing as possible for our puppies while inserting important experiences at development-appropriate times. We provide as stimulating an environment as possible as the pups' physical and mental development allows them to engage. We do not want to do too much too soon but we want to stretch and challenge the pups, both physically and mentally, as they grow. We strongly believe that we can actually increase the size and complexity of our pups' brains by the things we do with their dam before they are born (nutrition, Omega 3 fatty acid supplementation) and the pups themselves after birth. We do BioSensor exercises and offer unique scents before their eyes and ears open. We then increase the complexity of their environment once their eyes and ears open, they become more coordinated and their minds can handle problem-solving. We let them get themselves in and out of trouble, solving their own problems, while ensuring their safety. All of our efforts focus on making each pup the best that it can possibly be. |
Social Development
our pups are raised in our home to ensure their development includes
regular interaction with people
free access between dam and pups till the pups go home
interaction with other dogs
socialization with an average of 100 different people, of all ages, sizes and
shapes, before they go home
our pups are raised in our home to ensure their development includes
regular interaction with people
free access between dam and pups till the pups go home
interaction with other dogs
socialization with an average of 100 different people, of all ages, sizes and
shapes, before they go home
Sire Tenzin
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What about Male vs Female?? People will argue this one , And as a
general rule, there are some personality differences
between male and female Shepherds BUT its VERY important to
remember They are all
individuals , Some males are sweeter then females some females
sweeter then males This
is an awesome breed, with a working temperament, and Intelligent
biddable Personality
males and females make great companions and family dogs., Providing
they are given
Rules, Boundaries and Limitations! There are, however things to
consider when choosing
your puppy and that is-
If you already have a male or a female, a dog of the opposite sex is
generally the best
choice. Dogs of the same sex are more likely to fight than dogs of the
opposite sex.
If you already have a male dog, he is likely to be more accepting of a
female and you are
likely to have fewer dominance issues if you add a female to the pack.
However, if you opt to
add another male to the pack, they can peacefully co-exist and may
even become friends. It
is important to closely monitor their interactions early on to ensure
aggressive behaviors do
not become common.
If you already have a female dog, she is likely to be more accepting of a
male. Most males
tend to be submissive. If he does not challenge your resident female,
she is not likely to
have a reason to fight with him. Adding a female dog to the pack,
however, may result in
complications. The worst combination of dogs is two bitches because
they are more likely to
fight than a male and a female or two males. However, many dog owners
have two or more
bitches that live together without problems. As long as there is an
established Alpha dog and
the other bitches know their place in the pack, there will not be
dominance struggles often,
although they may still occur.
Selecting a male or female dog is largely a matter of personal
preference. The above
characteristics are generalizations, and it is certainly possible to
purchase or adopt a female
puppy who displays male characteristics or a male puppy who displays
the typical female
characteristics. Additionally, bitches that are spayed and dogs that are
neutered often do
not have the gender-specific problems associated with their sex such
as coming into heat or
marking. With all that said Remember this... They are Individuals
----Jacquie www.quietwinterfarm.org
What about Male vs Female?? People will argue this one , And as a
general rule, there are some personality differences
between male and female Shepherds BUT its VERY important to
remember They are all
individuals , Some males are sweeter then females some females
sweeter then males This
is an awesome breed, with a working temperament, and Intelligent
biddable Personality
males and females make great companions and family dogs., Providing
they are given
Rules, Boundaries and Limitations! There are, however things to
consider when choosing
your puppy and that is-
If you already have a male or a female, a dog of the opposite sex is
generally the best
choice. Dogs of the same sex are more likely to fight than dogs of the
opposite sex.
If you already have a male dog, he is likely to be more accepting of a
female and you are
likely to have fewer dominance issues if you add a female to the pack.
However, if you opt to
add another male to the pack, they can peacefully co-exist and may
even become friends. It
is important to closely monitor their interactions early on to ensure
aggressive behaviors do
not become common.
If you already have a female dog, she is likely to be more accepting of a
male. Most males
tend to be submissive. If he does not challenge your resident female,
she is not likely to
have a reason to fight with him. Adding a female dog to the pack,
however, may result in
complications. The worst combination of dogs is two bitches because
they are more likely to
fight than a male and a female or two males. However, many dog owners
have two or more
bitches that live together without problems. As long as there is an
established Alpha dog and
the other bitches know their place in the pack, there will not be
dominance struggles often,
although they may still occur.
Selecting a male or female dog is largely a matter of personal
preference. The above
characteristics are generalizations, and it is certainly possible to
purchase or adopt a female
puppy who displays male characteristics or a male puppy who displays
the typical female
characteristics. Additionally, bitches that are spayed and dogs that are
neutered often do
not have the gender-specific problems associated with their sex such
as coming into heat or
marking. With all that said Remember this... They are Individuals
----Jacquie www.quietwinterfarm.org
-- Long coat German Shepherds Are they a better dog? Long coat
pups continued in the gene pool of the German Shepherd Dog. As an
old German Judge told me years ago "When the coat is long it means
the Good Olde Blood is coming through the genes" ( Shepherds
coats where long way, wayy back when) They are admired for their
beauty, working ability, and their outstanding balanced and trainable
temperament. It is because of these special qualities, that many
people, especially those who have owned one and come to cherish
the pleasant disposition that generally follows the long coats, have
worked to have the German Shepherd Breed organizations once
again recognize the different varieties of coat...Everyone has their
preferences and opinions. Many owners of long coats will tell you
that the long coats are usually more outgoing, sweet, affectionate
and comical.
Do they shed worse? Interestingly enough, long coats do not shed
nearly as much as a stock coat Germam Shepherd. There is no
undercoat, meaning less hair to shed. They will 'blow' their coat
once/twice a year and you will have minimal shedding in between.
The shedding is minimal year around with long coats although all
German Shepherds, stock coats, long coats, plush coats all shed
once a year.
Horst Hegewalk-Kawich has written a book on longhairs, called
Ratgeber Langhaar-Schaferhund . This book details the unswerving
commitment and love that breeders of long haired shepherds have
for these magnificent animals.
Talk to anyone who has owned a long-coated shepherd and they will
not only describe in glowing terms the dog's beauty, but they will
undoubtedly tell you about a dog unmatched by others in terms of
loyalty, trainability, and unbeatable temperament.
pups continued in the gene pool of the German Shepherd Dog. As an
old German Judge told me years ago "When the coat is long it means
the Good Olde Blood is coming through the genes" ( Shepherds
coats where long way, wayy back when) They are admired for their
beauty, working ability, and their outstanding balanced and trainable
temperament. It is because of these special qualities, that many
people, especially those who have owned one and come to cherish
the pleasant disposition that generally follows the long coats, have
worked to have the German Shepherd Breed organizations once
again recognize the different varieties of coat...Everyone has their
preferences and opinions. Many owners of long coats will tell you
that the long coats are usually more outgoing, sweet, affectionate
and comical.
Do they shed worse? Interestingly enough, long coats do not shed
nearly as much as a stock coat Germam Shepherd. There is no
undercoat, meaning less hair to shed. They will 'blow' their coat
once/twice a year and you will have minimal shedding in between.
The shedding is minimal year around with long coats although all
German Shepherds, stock coats, long coats, plush coats all shed
once a year.
Horst Hegewalk-Kawich has written a book on longhairs, called
Ratgeber Langhaar-Schaferhund . This book details the unswerving
commitment and love that breeders of long haired shepherds have
for these magnificent animals.
Talk to anyone who has owned a long-coated shepherd and they will
not only describe in glowing terms the dog's beauty, but they will
undoubtedly tell you about a dog unmatched by others in terms of
loyalty, trainability, and unbeatable temperament.
We have Reg Coat Puppies available
Holiday Nursing home visit Dec 2011
Quietwinter Shepherd in The Great state of Maine
I breed Primarily West German Lines
Our gene pool is drawn from lines drives
you can live with. The Reality is that the
vast majority of the puppies end up living
inside a "regular" home environment.
Breeding dogs that are so hard that they
have to be kept in kennels and only let
out to work is a bit too extreme.
Breeding dogs with weak hocks and no
drive is equally as extreme.
There's got to be a happy middle ground
somewhere.......
A dog the can pass breed standard
working tests, that can compete in
working trials, that is extremely
beautiful, trustworthy in public, and can
live inside a home with kids and cats. I do
Believe thats what a GSD is meant to be...
Our gene pool is drawn from lines drives
you can live with. The Reality is that the
vast majority of the puppies end up living
inside a "regular" home environment.
Breeding dogs that are so hard that they
have to be kept in kennels and only let
out to work is a bit too extreme.
Breeding dogs with weak hocks and no
drive is equally as extreme.
There's got to be a happy middle ground
somewhere.......
A dog the can pass breed standard
working tests, that can compete in
working trials, that is extremely
beautiful, trustworthy in public, and can
live inside a home with kids and cats. I do
Believe thats what a GSD is meant to be...
SchHA Novice Schutzhund obedience and protection
Bh Basic companion dog
AD Endurance
SchH1 Novice Schutzhund qualification in tracking, obedience, and protection
SchH2 Intermediate Schutzhund qualification in tracking, obedience, and
protection
SchH3 Masters level of Schutzhund tracking, obedience, and protection.
FH1 Advanced tracking
FH2 Superior tracking qualification.
IPO1 International Novice Schutzhund trial qualification.
IPO2 International Intermediate Schutzhund.
IPO3 International Masters level Schutzhund.
BpDH1 2 Railroad Police Dog
BIH Blind Leader Dog
DH Service Dog
DPH Service Police Dog
HGH Herding Dog
LwH Avalanche Dog
PFP1 PFP2 Police Tracking Dog
PH Police Dog (obtained through the Danish Politihundeforeningen, a police
dog association open to civilians)
PSP1, 2 3 Police Guard Dog
RtH Rescue Dog
ZFH Customs Tracking Dog
ZH1, 2 3 Customs Dog
Africa IWT 1, 2,
Austria SchH1, 2 3 and FHA 1, 2, 3
Belgium Cereco1, IWR1, 2 3 equivalent to IPO1, 2 3
Czech Republic ZVV1, 2 3 equivalent to SchH1, 2 3
Denmark BHP1, 2 3 equivalent to SchH1, 2 3 and SPH equivalent to FH
England PD (Police Dog)
Finland SK1 equivalent to IPO1
Holland VH1, 2 3 equivalent to SchH1, 2 3 and SPH equivalent to FH
Hungary SZL1, 2 3 also ZVV1, 2 3 equivalent to SchH1, 2 3
Italy Brevetto 1, 2 3 equivalent to SchH1, 2 3
Poland ZVV1, 2 3 equivalent to SchH1, 2 3
Switzerland SchH, SchHB, SchHC; CHD1 equivalent to SchH1
Yugoslavia CAB1, 2 3 equivalent to SchH1, 2 3
BH - A title in obedience, akin to the "Companion Dog" title in the AKC. Before
attaining the SchH I, a dog must first have the "BH".
KoerKlasse (KKl) - A breed examination wherein the dog is rated for it's
breedworthiness. KKl-1 is recommended for breeding to all bitches; KKl-II is
recommended for breeding to select bitches. In order to be Koered a dog must
have a SchH title.
Zuchtbewertung (ZB) - Breed show rating - will usually preface the name. (ie
VA- Ulk vom Arlett) The rating levels are:
VA - Excellent Select - Only awarded at national level Breed Shows. The cream
of the crop.
V - Excellent - In order to be rated V a dog must have a SchH title. The very
best.
SG - Very Good. This is the highest show rating a dog can get without a
Schutzhund title. "SG" in the young dog class is equivalent to a "V" in the adult
class; though it does not mean an "SG" young dog will be a "V" adult.
G - Good
'a' Stamp - The mark of hip certification. There are 3 levels:
Normal - Highest rating level - Generally equivalent to OFA Excellent/Good
Fast-Normal - Mid-Range hip rating - Generally equivalent to OFA Good/Fair
noch zugelassen - Lowest breedable hip rating - Still Permissable
Bh Basic companion dog
AD Endurance
SchH1 Novice Schutzhund qualification in tracking, obedience, and protection
SchH2 Intermediate Schutzhund qualification in tracking, obedience, and
protection
SchH3 Masters level of Schutzhund tracking, obedience, and protection.
FH1 Advanced tracking
FH2 Superior tracking qualification.
IPO1 International Novice Schutzhund trial qualification.
IPO2 International Intermediate Schutzhund.
IPO3 International Masters level Schutzhund.
BpDH1 2 Railroad Police Dog
BIH Blind Leader Dog
DH Service Dog
DPH Service Police Dog
HGH Herding Dog
LwH Avalanche Dog
PFP1 PFP2 Police Tracking Dog
PH Police Dog (obtained through the Danish Politihundeforeningen, a police
dog association open to civilians)
PSP1, 2 3 Police Guard Dog
RtH Rescue Dog
ZFH Customs Tracking Dog
ZH1, 2 3 Customs Dog
Africa IWT 1, 2,
Austria SchH1, 2 3 and FHA 1, 2, 3
Belgium Cereco1, IWR1, 2 3 equivalent to IPO1, 2 3
Czech Republic ZVV1, 2 3 equivalent to SchH1, 2 3
Denmark BHP1, 2 3 equivalent to SchH1, 2 3 and SPH equivalent to FH
England PD (Police Dog)
Finland SK1 equivalent to IPO1
Holland VH1, 2 3 equivalent to SchH1, 2 3 and SPH equivalent to FH
Hungary SZL1, 2 3 also ZVV1, 2 3 equivalent to SchH1, 2 3
Italy Brevetto 1, 2 3 equivalent to SchH1, 2 3
Poland ZVV1, 2 3 equivalent to SchH1, 2 3
Switzerland SchH, SchHB, SchHC; CHD1 equivalent to SchH1
Yugoslavia CAB1, 2 3 equivalent to SchH1, 2 3
BH - A title in obedience, akin to the "Companion Dog" title in the AKC. Before
attaining the SchH I, a dog must first have the "BH".
KoerKlasse (KKl) - A breed examination wherein the dog is rated for it's
breedworthiness. KKl-1 is recommended for breeding to all bitches; KKl-II is
recommended for breeding to select bitches. In order to be Koered a dog must
have a SchH title.
Zuchtbewertung (ZB) - Breed show rating - will usually preface the name. (ie
VA- Ulk vom Arlett) The rating levels are:
VA - Excellent Select - Only awarded at national level Breed Shows. The cream
of the crop.
V - Excellent - In order to be rated V a dog must have a SchH title. The very
best.
SG - Very Good. This is the highest show rating a dog can get without a
Schutzhund title. "SG" in the young dog class is equivalent to a "V" in the adult
class; though it does not mean an "SG" young dog will be a "V" adult.
G - Good
'a' Stamp - The mark of hip certification. There are 3 levels:
Normal - Highest rating level - Generally equivalent to OFA Excellent/Good
Fast-Normal - Mid-Range hip rating - Generally equivalent to OFA Good/Fair
noch zugelassen - Lowest breedable hip rating - Still Permissable
Question I dont know how to read my puppy's pedigree, What do all these
letters mean? Understanding German Titles #
VA: Vorzuglich-Auslese - Conformation show rating of "Excellent Select"-the highest show
rating obtainable
V: vorzuglich - Conformation show or working rating of "Excellent"
SchH1,2,3-Schutzhund titles consisting of Tracking Obedience and Protection with a
possible score of 100 points available in each phase. A minimum of 70 points in tracking,
70 points in Obedience, and 80 points in Protection are
Sch H I (novice)
Sch H II (intermediate)
Sch H III (master level)
There is also an advanced tracking degree offered, FH.
The sport is designated for all athletic dogs with correct working abilities and is not
restricted to a particular group or breed of dog. Schutzhund is now the fasted growing Dog
Sport in North America!
Schutzhund Training Phases
For each of the three titles already discussed above, there are three distinct phases:
tracking, obedience, and protection.
Tracking
In this phase, the dog must draw from inherited abilities by using his/her nose to find a
person's track and discover articles that have been dropped along the way. Depending
upon the title sought, all tracks will vary in length, shape and age. Tracking is usually done
in dirt or on grass. A perfect score is 100 points, with a minimum of 70 needed to pass.
Obedience
The obedience phase involves numerous and demanding exercises which include heeling
on and off leash, a gunfire test, walking through a group of people, motion exercises,
recall, a 10-20 minute long down, retrieving, and jumping. A set pattern is demonstrated by
the handler from memory (unlike AKC obedience, where the judge calls the pattern for
you). A perfect score is 100 points, with 70 needed to pass.
Protection
This phase of Schutzhund training is very intricate, advanced, and taught with control in
mind. It should not be confused or compared in any way with guard dog or police protection
training. A dog competing in the sport of Schutzhund must always prove to have a reliable
temperament and must show courage without viciousness. The "bad guy" or "helper" as he
is known in the sport always wears protective leather pants and a special sleeve with a
burlap cover. The dog is allowed to bite this sleeve and he must bite this in the correct
manner. On command, the dog MUST release the bite. A dog will fail if it does not release
the bite when commanded to do so. A perfect score is 100 points, with 80 points needed to
pass.
KKL1: koer-klasse one - Breed survey rating---rated "especially recommended for
breeding"
HGH: Herdengebrauchshund - Herding Dog Title
*Sieger* - the best male at the national conformation speciality show of that respective
country, countries other than Germany also have Sieger shows.
Siegerin-The best female at the national conformation specialty show of that respective
country. The Sieger is VA-1, and a few other extremely good dogs also usually receive the
VA rating, meaning they were very close to the Sieger in the judge’s opinion. The German
Sieger show working dog class males, from which the Sieger and VA awards are made, are
always judged by the SV President. It is up to the judge as to how many VA ratings he
wishes to make.
letters mean? Understanding German Titles #
VA: Vorzuglich-Auslese - Conformation show rating of "Excellent Select"-the highest show
rating obtainable
V: vorzuglich - Conformation show or working rating of "Excellent"
SchH1,2,3-Schutzhund titles consisting of Tracking Obedience and Protection with a
possible score of 100 points available in each phase. A minimum of 70 points in tracking,
70 points in Obedience, and 80 points in Protection are
Sch H I (novice)
Sch H II (intermediate)
Sch H III (master level)
There is also an advanced tracking degree offered, FH.
The sport is designated for all athletic dogs with correct working abilities and is not
restricted to a particular group or breed of dog. Schutzhund is now the fasted growing Dog
Sport in North America!
Schutzhund Training Phases
For each of the three titles already discussed above, there are three distinct phases:
tracking, obedience, and protection.
Tracking
In this phase, the dog must draw from inherited abilities by using his/her nose to find a
person's track and discover articles that have been dropped along the way. Depending
upon the title sought, all tracks will vary in length, shape and age. Tracking is usually done
in dirt or on grass. A perfect score is 100 points, with a minimum of 70 needed to pass.
Obedience
The obedience phase involves numerous and demanding exercises which include heeling
on and off leash, a gunfire test, walking through a group of people, motion exercises,
recall, a 10-20 minute long down, retrieving, and jumping. A set pattern is demonstrated by
the handler from memory (unlike AKC obedience, where the judge calls the pattern for
you). A perfect score is 100 points, with 70 needed to pass.
Protection
This phase of Schutzhund training is very intricate, advanced, and taught with control in
mind. It should not be confused or compared in any way with guard dog or police protection
training. A dog competing in the sport of Schutzhund must always prove to have a reliable
temperament and must show courage without viciousness. The "bad guy" or "helper" as he
is known in the sport always wears protective leather pants and a special sleeve with a
burlap cover. The dog is allowed to bite this sleeve and he must bite this in the correct
manner. On command, the dog MUST release the bite. A dog will fail if it does not release
the bite when commanded to do so. A perfect score is 100 points, with 80 points needed to
pass.
KKL1: koer-klasse one - Breed survey rating---rated "especially recommended for
breeding"
HGH: Herdengebrauchshund - Herding Dog Title
*Sieger* - the best male at the national conformation speciality show of that respective
country, countries other than Germany also have Sieger shows.
Siegerin-The best female at the national conformation specialty show of that respective
country. The Sieger is VA-1, and a few other extremely good dogs also usually receive the
VA rating, meaning they were very close to the Sieger in the judge’s opinion. The German
Sieger show working dog class males, from which the Sieger and VA awards are made, are
always judged by the SV President. It is up to the judge as to how many VA ratings he
wishes to make.
Question I dont know how to read my puppy's pedigree, What
do all these letters mean? Understanding German Titles #
do all these letters mean? Understanding German Titles #
Quietwinter puppies are SOCIALIZED! Photo courtesy
-Chuck Jennings
-Chuck Jennings
Reg Coat , a Long coat and a Regular
coat Male puppies- Available
coat Male puppies- Available
Reg Coat male Pup
Big Boned West German Shepherd Pups - Puppies are raised around Horses, Children and
Good Music
Good Music
Mum of Puppies