28 yo New Member - OHIO USA - LF Breeder/DS Advice

[sysyphus]

Well all dogs shed. Especially shepherds, but short hair less so from the research I've done. I understand I'll have to brush them at least once a week.

Do some more checking other than kennels your finding on a google search.

Yea, Craigslist...

and as to "Craigslist". Is that a joke or sincerity? I will check it either way on the off chance.

Both. You never know what you will find. Just because it's not the most popular searched site that comes up or even a site at all doesn't mean you won't find a quality dog. Thats how I got mine, and she anit half bad. Sounds like you know what you want so it shouldn't be an issue to figure it out, that what engineers do right? Advertising doesn't mean quality some of the best things aren't advertised...and based on your description of what your looking for, predominantly looks from what I gather, does it matter where it comes from as long as it's clearly cared for, apparently healthy, and the breeder seems knowledgable and transparent? Check a dog shelter, high caliber dogs get dump because uneduacated owners want trophies...

[Cinci Wolf]

Thanks a lot for the advice. Unfortunately my dog search has been put on hold as my younger sister has more need of me after a serious accident that will leave her in the hospital for months. I will def reach back out when the time is more appropriate.

[centrop67]

Sorry to hear that. Praying for a swift recovery.