Di Casa Leigh German Shepherds

09/06/2026

06/06/2026

A huge loss for our Sport 💔 rest in Peace Jimmy 🙏🏼

19/05/2026

Let’s talk hips & elbows in large breeds. 🐾

One thing people need to understand is that hips and elbows are not ONLY genetic. Genetics absolutely matter, but environment plays a huge role too.

Joint health is often a combination of:
• Genetics
• Growth rate
• Nutrition
• Weight management
• Exercise
• Environment during development

Large breed puppies are not meant to grow too fast. Their bones, joints, ligaments and growth plates are still developing, and too much stress during this stage can place unnecessary strain on hips and elbows.

Things that matter more than people realise:

• Overfeeding — more food does not mean healthier growth. Excess calories can push puppies to grow too quickly and carry extra weight on immature joints.

• Keeping them lean — lean puppies place far less pressure on developing hips and elbows. Heavy puppies may look “big and strong,” but extra weight during growth can be hard on joints.

• Excessive protein/calories — overdoing rich foods, supplements and high-calorie diets can contribute to rapid growth.

• Too much jumping — repeated jumping off couches, stairs, beds, vehicles and excessive ball throwing can place strain on growing joints and growth plates.

• Forced exercise — long-distance running, over-training young dogs or too much repetitive high-impact activity is not ideal for developing large breeds.

• Slippery floors and poor muscle conditioning can also affect joint stability during growth.

Slow, controlled growth is healthier growth.

People often focus only on bloodlines, but how a large breed puppy is raised during those important growth months matters enormously too. 🖤

23/04/2026

🐾 The final countdown 🐾

We would like to wish our exhibitors that are traveling from far all the best on their travels!
Look forward to seeing you all soon

19/04/2026

Introducing Marko vom Weydenhof 🔥
A young male stepping confidently into the stud scene

Power • Structure • Pedigree

The journey starts now… 🖤

📍 Cape Town
📩 DM for enquiries”
📸 Kristie Goslett
🎨 Tagan Moss

16/04/2026

🐾 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐉𝐮𝐝𝐠𝐞 – 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐫 𝐁𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐝 𝐖𝐞𝐛𝐞𝐫 (𝐒𝐕)🐾

We are proud to welcome 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐫 𝐁𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐝 𝐖𝐞𝐛𝐞𝐫 as the 𝐅𝐞𝐦𝐚𝐥𝐞 𝐉𝐮𝐝𝐠𝐞 for the 𝟒𝟐𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐁𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰.

A highly respected figure within the SV, Herr Weber has dedicated decades to the advancement of the German Shepherd Dog. Since joining the SV in 1978, he has bred under the kennel “vom Augrund”, served extensively as a protection work helper, and held key leadership roles including Regional Breed Warden and member of the SV Breeding Committee.

Appointed as an SV breed judge in 2004 and later as 𝐁𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐖𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐕, Herr Weber has judged at the prestigious BSZS, including the Working Classes. His experience, knowledge, and contribution to the breed place him among the most esteemed authorities in the German Shepherd Dog world.

We are honoured to have him as one of our judges at NBS 2026.

16/04/2026

🐾 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐉𝐮𝐝𝐠𝐞 – 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐫 𝐃𝐢𝐫𝐤 𝐆𝐚𝐛𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐥 (𝐒𝐕)🐾

We are honoured to welcome 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐫 𝐃𝐢𝐫𝐤 𝐆𝐚𝐛𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐥 as the 𝐌𝐚𝐥𝐞 𝐉𝐮𝐝𝐠𝐞 for the 𝟒𝟐𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐁𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰.

With a lifelong dedication to the German Shepherd Dog, Herr Gabriel has built an exceptional reputation within the SV and internationally. From earning approximately 50 IPO titles and serving over 25 years as a protection work helper, to breeding under his renowned kennel “vom Quartier Latin”, his contribution to the breed is both extensive and influential.

A qualified SV conformation judge since 2006 and Körmeister since 2012, Herr Gabriel has judged at prestigious Sieger Shows worldwide, including the 𝐁𝐒𝐙𝐒, and has handled and bred multiple top-ranking and VA dogs.

Having previously judged in South Africa, we are proud to once again welcome him to our Nationals.

16/04/2026

Big energy, bold pedigree, and a heart full of drive—meet Imran von Arlett! 🐾✨
Ready to bring strength, beauty, and joy to your next generation—this exceptional stud is available and eager to impress.

Artwork by Tagan Moss
Photos by Nicole | Pet & Lifestyle Photography and Kristie Goslett