What is the difference between a “Working German shepherd” & other German Shepherds?
Over time, several different types of German Shepherds have evolved. The three major lines are FCI recognized international working lines, the FCI recognized international show lines, and American show lines; these groups are distinguished by their body types and abilities. The working lines are bred for physical ability & intelligence over appearance, the international show lines are bred for appearance over ability, and the North American show lines are also bred for appearance over ability and have most recently developed into a very different type, with sloping backs and over angulated hocks.
