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BREAKING NEWS: A decision has been made to suspend the German Shepherd breed
from the Crufts 2017 Qualification. Further updates are to follow.
An internal source who wishes to remain anonymous has said it is likely that
the ban will continue for at least the next 10 years while blood lines are
dealt with. He said, "As well as this ban there are likely to be very strict
breeding certification conditions imposed. What happened rocked the dog showing
community in ways that we have not been seen before. Strong action has to be
seen to be taken, this simply cannot happen again".
The news has been announced following significant criticism this year when The
Kennel Club was accused of cruelty after a German Shepherd with an “abnormal”
back and awkward gait won Best of Breed over the weekend.
The RSPCA said it was “shocked and appalled” to see a dog with “such poor”
shape that it “could not move freely, winning Best of Breed”.
On social media owners are expressing their feelings for the future of the
breed. Anyone with any concerns should contact their local club.
Stormy V. Hope
https://www.facebook.com/GSDCA.LegislationAwareness
https://www.facebook.com/CaRPOC.CaliforniaResponsiblePetOwnersCoalition
