German Bred versus American Bred. Whats the difference and which is better?
The answer to this question is not an absolute and each breeding and dog should be considered on its own merits. We do not believe in stereotyping. However the short answer is this. German bred or European lined dogs tend to be more high drive. They were bred for intense, high drive work. Dogs bred in such a manner need to have a daily purpose and job. These are not the type of dog that is going to be happy left alone all day while you are at work. We do not reccommend straight working line dogs to the average family. Structurally, European lined dogs tend to have “hunched” backs, and much shorter necks, stockier build overall. American lines are not as high strung, although, again, there are high drive dogs in every litter. American lines still need a purpose and a job, but they do know how to relax and be with the average family. Contrary to some critics, American bred dogs, if bred correctly, can and do “work” just as well as the European lines. American bred lines have more angles
