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Celebrating the German Shepherd Dog...

The German Shepherd Dog is arguably the most versatile breed in the world. It excels as a working dog in many different venues, provides companionship and protection to many families, and competes at the highest level in conformation and performance events.

We hope that the content of this site will help you learn more about the breed if you are thinking about adding one to your family, more about your dog if you are already blessed with a German Shepherd, or more about how you can participate in the many events and activities that the German Shepherd Dog Club of America makes available to you.

GSDCA Board of Directors Meeting - April 26-27, 2008 PRESS RELEASE

For Immediate Release:

  • The recently held meeting of the GSDC of America’s Board of Directors in Denver, CO had some of the following highlights:

  • The Board voted to appoint the following chair people:

    • Regional Clubs - Dean Wylie
    • Review Management - Peggy Kurz
    • Newsletter Competition - David Fritsche

  • As Nancy Harper is stepping down as the Futurity Committee Chairperson, Amy Safdir was appointed unanimously as the new Futurity Chairperson beginning May 1, 2008. Nancy will remain as Assistant Futurity Chairperson.

  • As AKC Archivist for the GSDCA, Tish Walker is requesting that anyone who is willing to donate items of historical interest, please get in touch with her. Items of interest include: Red Books, Blue Books, Old Reviews prior to 1950, artwork, scrapbooks and other historical items

  • The privately funded Joan Ford Best Bred-by Memorial trophy proposal was approved. It is hoped to be awarded the first time at the 2008 National in Beaumont.

  • The next Board meeting will be held the last weekend of July, 2008 in Chicago, Illinois. Members are encouraged to attend.

  • Host Clubs for the 2010 Futurity/Maturities were voted on. Watch for your Board O’Gram for more details.

Page updated 04/27/2008 ja

Welcome to
the GSDCA website...

...the official web site of German Shepherd Dog Club of America (GSDCA). This web site is provided by the GSDCA to support the wide range of interests of members of the German Shepherd Dog Club of America and anyone else with an interest in learning more about "The German Shepherd Dog".

The goal of GSDCA web site are to:

• Enhance communication between the parent club (German Shepherd Dog Club of America) and its members.

• Provide accurate and timely informtion about club activities and events.

• Provide meaningful information to prospective members about the parent club and the German Shepherd Dog breed.

• Preserve, protect, and promote the "best interests of the breed."

• Provide educational resources for the fancy and the general public regarding the versatility the German Shepherd and the wide range of activities that our dogs and owners participate in.

• Provide information about health, care, training, and place in the family and society of the German Shepherd Dog.

If you would like to share your ideas and comments on how to improve the site, or you are interested in assisting in the project, please contact GSDCA Internet Committee Chair, John Ayotte Phone: 614-855-7690 (home) Email: john@jmadesign.com