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Zwinger vom Rabenauge

ʙʀᴇᴇᴅᴇʀ - ᴏᴡɴᴇʀ - ʜᴀɴᴅʟᴇʀ
♢ Working Line German Shepherds
♢ Health Tested & Titled My view of the German Shepherd Dog is one of versatility.

Originally bred as herding dogs, they have developed over the years into protection animals, companion animals, service animals and all around working/sport animals. They should be level headed, and capable of performing any task in any environment, with strong biddability and appropriate discernment, reacting correctly to a variety of situations. My goal is to produce dogs who replicate these characteristics, and are overall sound (both mentally and physically) and correct.

08/26/2025

Yesterday was the first of many planned puppy parties, and the littles all had a blast romping, pouncing, chasing, and biting while their guests were here. They only last about 30 minutes right now, and then they settle in to nap. They're looking like proper dogs these days, eagerly seeking attention and engaging with toys more and more every day.

08/18/2025

The kernels turned 3 weeks old yesterday!

As we move from the neonatal and transitional periods into the beginning of their socialization stage, it's time to hit the ground running and prime these little babies for the big, wide world beyond their whelping box. This week will introduce many big things for them, such as the introduction of the potty box, meeting their older sisters, new toys, sounds, obstacles, and everyone's least favorite, their first deworming. They're not quite ready for anything but mom's milk, but rest assured, that isn't far off either.

Perhaps most importantly to everyone watching, their personalities are about to blossom!

Dublin 🍀, for instance, is thus far the best at just vibing - flipping him on his back for ENS saw him completely relax.
He and Dakota 💣 were the first to excitedly wag their tails at me mid-last week, eagerly seeking attention.
Flint 🔥, meanwhile, is the /loudest/ of the bunch, making it absolutely clear that his confinement is unjust and cruel! Or, simply because he hasn't quite realized his mother is behind him, and he's the last to the milk bar.
Seneca 🕊 is a chill queen for her nails 💅🏼, while Hayes 🌾... well, I'm sure he's got some choice words he'd like to say to me about those.
Bantam ⚡ is a little bit sleepy right now, but I'm pretty sure he was the first to howl, and Jubilee 🎉 is sweet as pie, and the quietest of the bunch - which isn't a terribly difficult task. This litter is MUCH more vocal than the A litter 🤔

All in all, they're getting their bearings and starting to look less like furry little slugs and more like actual puppies, and they're ready to take on all the challenges of the world as they come. They rush headlong into new experiences and laugh in the face of fear, and I've got so many things I want to show them. I can't wait!

08/16/2025

While I have briefly touched on Zuko's WB, I do want to give this boy a bit more of the spotlight he deserves!

Any dog in 85-degree weather and 50% humidity is always a challenge, but when you factor in long coat, keeping the dog cool becomes an even more important task. Despite this, Zuko made sure to give it his all, proving to be a wonderfully stable dog who received some very high praise from Heidi. I always joke that he is simply his mother reborn, just with coat and testicles, and I think he really showed that on Friday. The number of times Heidi said "natural, good natured, self-confident" is truly a testament, not only to his genes, but to the work and effort that Kate has put into him since taking him home just under 2 years ago. She has done a phenomenal job with him!

Come Sunday, it was time for him to set foot into the show ring and give me a run for my money. 😂 With a vet note for his creative face spots in hand, I showed him for the first time. While he didn't move as well as I know he can, he still handled showing with another dog (and his mom being 3 steps ahead of him) well enough, and with more preparation and ring training, I have no doubt he'll give several dogs a fight for their position in their rating. He earned himself a placement of SG2, and Highest American Bred! It was lovely to be able to show one of Akira's progeny to the same judge that awarded her V6 in a large class of working females back in 2021, and even more special to hear her specifically point out that Zuko is the son of our very own multi-time Seiger and world competitor, Asko von der Siegermacht.

He did not, however, get awarded the descriptor of "lively" - Finch remains the only one to have earned that comment thus far 🤣
All in all, I am exceptionally proud of this dog and his owner, and I am continually honored to be able to have them close enough to help guide and watch them blossom as a team. When you take a puppy home from a breeder, we don't expect constant contact. Heck, I don't even expect updates beyond birthday photos or life changes. When they leave my care, they become YOUR dog, and while I love and appreciate any and all updates sent to me, I am well aware of the fact that I am owed nothing. So when I have the opportunity to maintain such an open, close relationship with a puppy owner, I am blessed, and I treasure it deeply. Thank you for loving your boy, Kate - he's matured into a lovely dog. ❤

08/15/2025

This past weekend, Eagle Point Hundesport hosted a 3 day event that included a character assessment, AD, breed evaluation and seminar. It was a brutally hot three days, but it was a wonderful weekend spent with friends, getting some hands on experience, and learning from our National Breed Warden, Heidi Theis.

Friday we started with the WBs - 14 of them! Heidi remained consistent and fair throughout the day, and was mindful of keeping the dogs cool where ever possible. As the assistant, I think I suffered my worst sunburn of the weekend, despite copious amounts of sunblock. 😅 Nevertheless, Zuko came out and really showed his stability for her, and walked away with his WB and some very high remarks for almost all of his exercises. Congratulations to Kate on her first title with her boy!

Saturday morning, we were up at the crack of dawn. Hawk had an AD to run, and we needed to beat the oppressive heat, so a 7am start time was decided to be best. After trying to take her first several laps at Mach speed, she eventually settled into a good pace and found her stride, finishing out her 12 mile endurance test with ease. I think I was more tired than she was by the time we were done, though - I am NOT a morning person, haha.

The rest of Saturday was spent on the seminar that Heidi gave, which included a wealth of information, including some new developments that have meant some changes for me! Originally, Czech hips and elbows had not been recognized by the SV, and as a result, my A litter had been placed into the performance registry, as Akira's father and grandmother both had their orthopedics done this way. Within the last week or so, that has changed, and Czech ratings are now recognized as FCI for the purposes of registration, which means my A litter should move back into the USCA stud book as an "advanced" tier breeding, and the current B litter should fall under the "premium" tier! To say I am very excited about this update is an understatement!

Finishing out the weekend strong, Sunday was a breed evaluation, which is the SV's new term for a show. It was my turn to work on my handling skills, and I am proud to say that the few dogs I showed all worked well for me, even if Zuko thought the assignment was to make me question the strength of my leash. 😂 2 VP1 puppies, an SG1 untitled adult female, and an SG2 untitled adult male.

Thank you to Heidi for being an every steady judge, giving each dog their time and a fair critique, and toughing it out with us through the heat and humidity. Thank you to Kate for taking over for me when said heat started to make me slightly woozy. Thank you to Chris, Alyssa, Lara, Gayle, Darcy and Jeanne for helping to make sure everything ran as smoothly as it could, and thank you to Kate, Steph, Wes and Taylor for the good company. A weekend spent with dogs is fun, but a weekend spent with dogs and dog friends is best. 🥰

Pictured is Amnesty vom Rabenauge BH-VT AD TC WB.

08/14/2025

This past weekend was a very good weekend for us, but while I work on drafting a post about that, please enjoy Bantam, fresh into a milk coma and /very/ happy to have his bed back from the wash. 🥰

08/03/2025

The B litter is one week old already!

I take the first week off of work to monitor and make sure everyone is doing well and gaining, that the room is to their liking, and that mama is comfortable and aware of herself around them, and even with no obligations and nowhere to be, time goes by too quickly.

The babies are in very good hands (or, paws, if you will), however, as Akira has been a diligent, attentive and loving mother. She's starting to spend a little bit of time out of the whelping box these past few days, but never far, and never for long. As soon as someone makes it clear they're hungry, she hops right back in to make sure they're looked after. 🥰

07/27/2025

Eight Hours.

From the very first contraction to the arrival of the last puppy, Akira labored for almost precisely eight hours. After her first litter requiring medical intervention, I was somewhat nervous, but she handled the entire process with grace, resilience, and the quiet strength she’s shown time and time again. It’s as if motherhood is written into her bones. She slipped back into the role without hesitation, like she’d never left it.

At 1:43 am, with the house hushed and the world still sleeping, her next litter made its entrance - led (loudly) by Dakota, our purple-collared boy, who made sure we all knew he had arrived. From his first breath, he’s been a talker, protesting the experience with full-volume commentary, which he’s continued throughout the day.

After a well-earned break (complete with a scoop of ice cream and a sip of bone broth to recharge), Akira got back to work at 4:33 am, and from there, it was rapid fire. Puppy after puppy joined us in quick succession, each one healthy, vocal, and strong. By 9:00 am, we were done. A quick vet check confirmed what we suspected: Akira was finished, healthy, and very eager to head home.

Now back in her den, she’s resting with her newborns, calm and collected, as if she hasn’t just brought seven new lives into the world in the span of a night. She is such an exceptional mother, and handled the entire whelp like a seasoned pro.

The pups and mama are all doing well - adjusting, nursing, and settling into the rhythm of these precious first hours. And, as tradition seemingly dictates, Akira has once again chosen July 26th as her designated whelping date (the same as her first litter) and appears to be maintaining her preference for raising boys. 😉

We’re off to a beautiful start. More updates (and pictures!) soon.

Dakota (Purple Boy) 1lb 1.1oz, bicolor 💣
Jubilee (Pink Girl) 1lb 2oz, black 🎉
Seneca (White Girl) 1lb 1.8oz, black 🕊
Hayes (Green Boy) 1lb 1.6oz, black 🌾
Bantam (Grey Boy) 1lb 2.7oz, sable ⚡
Dublin (Blue Boy) 1lb 4.3oz, sable 🍀
Flint (Black Boy) 1lb 0.8oz, black 🔥

Sire: V Urs vom Wolfsdreieck IGP3 IFH1 lbz
Dam: V UCH HAM Hustle vom Haus Tyson IGP2 TC CD RN RATS DM DS CGCA CGCU TKI CHIC ang.

Welcome to the world B litter, named after heirloom varieties of corn - they have the juice!

Applications for sport and pet homes are still open. Please message me here for more info, or fill out the questionnaire on my website!

07/23/2025

You butter 🧈 believe it...

Our B litter is only roughly 3 days away! Not to be corny, but we're all pretty excited to meet these a-maize-ing little kernels.

Akira certainly hasn't been sleeping on the cob, either. She's been busy getting this corn ready to POP! 💥

Don't forget to stalk this page and keep your ears 🌽 open, you won't want to miss these corn dogs!

07/20/2025

With just under a week left to go, let's play count the puppies! 🎉

First photo is the original from the vet, second is my attempt at bumping up the contrast for an easier counting experience. These were taken somewhat early due to my vet being off next week, but we are pretty sure we know what to expect in terms of numbers.

Now, we wait. ⏳

In the meantime, I'll be over here double checking my supplies, organizing my whelping cart, packing my to-go bag, and making sure there are enough snacks in the pantry and premade meals in the freezer to last me several days, at least.

07/04/2025

Akira LOVES to visit NEO Pet and Working Dog - she's pretty sure all of the snacks are for her, specifically 🤩

A quick little outing to visit our favorite working dog store in Cleveland and pick up more food because /someone/ is never satisfied and is clearly starving.

07/12/2024

Finch, by contrast, is just... easy. Her obedience feels as simple as breathing. She's very naturally handler oriented and engaged, naturally pushy in play, and while she has more nerve than I really wanted, it was a possibility I knew of when I made the pairing. She's the only one, and it makes her a bit spicy, and a lot of fun. Her sits are the product of her great-grandfather, sure, but a slow sit is better than no sit, and Hawk makes up for that.

Don't get me wrong - she struggles in other areas that Hawk does not. She second guesses herself more, and she is less surefooted. The WB was very clear in her absolute /disdain/ for heights and "hollow" sounding flooring. She'll make a fun obedience dog, we'll aim to title, but she'll probably be the one that teaches me how to handle a quick to frustrate, low threshold dog. There's a connection here, one that hasn't needed to be fostered and encouraged. Her sister likes me well enough, but she's far more likely to choose something in the environment - something we are continuously working on with what effectively amounts to a sock puppet puppy.

Finch really only has eyes for me. That "gut feeling" I had for her at birth may never amount to anything for sport or breeding, but I'd like to think I got a pretty cool little dog for it.

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