Z Schutz German Shepherds

07/04/2024

My girl Tabby Z Jirkova Dvora

07/03/2024

Koa von der Teufel trying to stay cool in this Oklahoma heat!

04/07/2024

Koa enjoying the sunshine after the rain!

04/06/2024

ATTENTION NEW PUPPY OWNERS…….
I wanted to touch base on a common issue that breeders come across with new owners.

REALISTIC EXPECTATIONS-
You see the breeders pictures and videos and the pups are all social. They are quiet in the pen. The breeder shows you videos of them being totally relaxed, happy, playful. All looks amazing and you bring your puppy home.
Then reality hits. The puppy may cry in the crate for the first few nights making you tired and agitated. The happy social puppy is refusing to greet the half dozen overly excited friends you invited over to see your new puppy. Or the overly excited playful children you have at home. The puppy refuses to walk on a leash. Many are wondering how did my perfect puppy turn into a nightmare.

So let’s discuss realistic expectations of when a puppy goes home.
-First of all the puppy has been in the breeders home since birth. They had their mother and littermates. They had their routine, were taught expectations and were completely in their comfort zone.
Now suddenly they are taken to a totally new environment. Picture yourself being dropped into an unknown country, in a different part of the world. You know only a few words of their language. Different sounds, smells, temperature, animals and people.
Now in the middle of this we are switching up your routine, possibly decide to have a party with people you don't know, and ask you to do jobs you have no idea about. Overwhelming to say the least.

This is what every puppy goes through when going to their new home. Stress manifests in different forms. From not eating, reluctancy to play, and greet people. Being apprehensive at the vet’s office or as strangers reach for them. Diarrhea, vomiting and depression can occur.

So what can you as a new owner do to help your little one acclimate?
- most puppies take 2-4 weeks to acclimate to their new home. Repeat after me THREE to FOUR WEEKS sometimes even Longer! Not a 1-2 days. I can’t stress this enough about how much time is needed for a dog or puppy to feel comfortable in their new home!

PLEASE limit guests during the first two weeks. We understand you are excited to show off your new baby but they need time to adjust. Plan on waiting 1-2 weeks before inviting people over.
- ask guests to remove their shoes before entering the home to prevent germs from spreading to your new vulnerable puppy.
-have guests sit on the floor/ground and wait until the puppy approaches them. NO squealing and grabbing the puppy, as this is very frightening to them.
- set up a good routine
- restrict the puppy to a small area of the house. This not only reduces them being overwhelmed but also allows you to watch them
- don’t expect a 8-12 week old puppy to walk on a leash. Instead work at home with a leash where they are comfortable. Let them drag the leash, use treats to encourage them to walk with you
- if your puppy is refusing to walk give them a good amount of time.
- understand your puppy needs time to see you as family. Expecting an immediate bond is unrealistic. They will need to establish who the leader of the pack is in order to feel safe and understand the hierarchy of the family unit.
- train your puppy. This not only helps you to bond but the puppy to look to you for direction and input.
-Children are also big stressors to tiny fragile puppies, please keep an eye on children around the puppy at all times. The children may need to learn how fragile the puppy is and how scared it may be.
- lastly, most importantly- BE PATIENT. Don’t declare “omg there’s something wrong with this dog”. Nothing occurs overnight.

Outings should be planned after the puppy has received ALL vaccinations and then only at the puppy’s speed. So while you might imagine a fun walk around the lake in reality your puppy might only be able to handle walking a short distance that day. They may be curious and energetic, they may become overwhelmed. Watch the puppy for cues on how to proceed.
Most outings for me take a long time, as I am often just standing still as the puppy cautiously explores the new environment. Patience is key!
Remember if the puppy was wonderful at the breeder’s house but now is struggling, you as the owner, need to help the puppy adjust which takes time, patience and training. Have realistic expectations and give the puppy positive feedback and happy experiences. Each puppy is an individual, don’t compare your current puppy to past pets and judge their behavior based on how another dog handled things. Lastly, try to see thing’s from a puppy’s perspective and adjust situations accordingly.

Love your puppy and they will love you 100 times more in return.

**shared from another breeder**

04/02/2024

Andrea z Jurschtavu ZVV1

03/30/2024

Stella (Max x Tabby pup) growing up and looking amazing!!!

02/10/2024

25.5K likes, 1106 comments. “Introducing the World’s Best Guard Dog ! The German Shepherd !”

02/06/2024

Jasper decided he needed to keep a look out from higher ground. This boy look identical to his sire!

02/03/2024

Koa unpatiently waiting for her turn

02/03/2024

Little Miss Alex enjoying the nice afternoon weather!!

01/21/2024

01/07/2024

*UPCOMING BREEDING*

Sire: Batman Von Der Asche BH (Grandson of Kery Kamos-Durabo and Dask Z Jirkova Dvora)
Hips Good
Elbows Normal
DM Clear

Dam: Andrea Z Jurschtavu ZVV1 (Granddaughter of World Champion, Gero Z Berounske Basty)
HD-A
ED-0
DM Carrier

https://www.pedigreedatabase.com/breeding.result?father=2887235&mother=3122971

01/03/2024

Stella (Max x Tabby pup) living her best life!

12/24/2023

12/23/2023

Tabby napping on this rainy day!

12/12/2023

Jasper is a 14 month old male from our first Batman aka Max x Tabby breeding. He is a dark sable. Looks identical to Max. He gets along well with other dogs both Male and Female. He is Medium drive. As of right now we are only making him available to our previous clients who have a puppy from us, although might make an exception for the right home. Please send a pm if you’d like to discuss this guy.

12/07/2023

AVAILABLE!!!

Jakl is a 4 month old female long coat out of
Batman Von Der Asche BH x Tabby Z Jirkova Dvora. Microchipped with pre paid registration
Up to date on Vaccinations
Started on potty and crate training
AKC Registered
Excellent Pedigree
Medium Drive
Excellent Temperment
Good off switch
Settles well in the house

12/01/2023

BE INFORMED…… Don’t impulse buy.

Paw It Forward’s 10 𝙩𝙞𝙥𝙨 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙥𝙪𝙥𝙥𝙮 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙖 𝘽𝙤𝙬 𝙊𝙣 𝙄𝙩 🎁

Before you impulse buy a puppy for a gift, call me. Make your Decision based on rational logical choices. I will help you compartmentalize the lifestyle the puppy needs and the lifestyle you can give, to make the right decision.

1. Your bow tied fuzzy is a 10-15+ year commitment with all the expenses including training, grooming, vetting, boarding, and surgeries & recoveries. Know this.

2. The adult owner’s choices are responsible for the dog’s behavior, always. Own it. Training will help you make the right choices.

3. Crate training is a must for newly adopted or purchased puppies. It’s non-negotiable. Don’t get caught up in the fairies and rainbows experts. You’ll regret it. Get preventative training.

4. Educate yourself in canine genetics. Even hard core breeds CAN do well as pets when they come from GOOD genetics. Bad genetics is often difficult to clean up aggression, even with training.

5. Puppies do NOT need 100% free roam, lots of dogs, people and OVER socialization. They need you to make responsible choices for them. Over expose, and enjoy a dog that pays no attention to you. Train early.

6. Ask yourself ahead of time, is anyone going to be allergic? Expecting a baby? Planning on moving? Live in a no pets allowed apartment? Works long hours? Already has a dog reactive dog? Adopting an aggressive dog to “save it.” These are the “reasons” dogs are given up RIGHT AFTER THE NEW YEAR. Plan ahead.

7. Educate yourself in breed traits. There’s lots of breed information available online. Know the pros and cons for your lifestyle. For example, a border collie or cattle dog may not make a good family companion with small kids. That Cane Corso isn’t going to be stranger friendly. Choose wisely. That husky puppy? Yeah, call me. I’ve owned 6. Let me enlighten you.

8. Drop the “my puppy must love everything and everyone” expectations. Most dogs are selective. It’s normal.

9. Steer clear of MOST free roam only high volume, low staffed daycares. They will expect your puppy to never defend itself, never growl, never nip and love everyone and everything. This sets up dogs to bully, be pushy or be bullied as the “norm.” It’s a breeding ground for dog reactivity and poor behavior.

10. The leash is your friend. YOU are responsible for controlling movement. What you allow to happen wlll happen. Bad behavior is YOUR choice to allow. Read that again.

Research! Adopt safe adoptable dogs or invest in a good reputable breeder and good training now to save you a lot of money and heartache later. I’m here to help 🐾

Jeannie Oakley, Paw It Forward, LLC
Free consultations: 518-522-5668

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11/28/2023

We still have this little black long haired girl available out of our Tabby x Max litter. She is VERY active!! Excellent pedigree!!

11/23/2023

Andrea Z Jurschtavu ZM ZVV1

What can I say. This girl is 🔥!!! Don’t let her innocent looks fool you. She is SPICY!!!

11/21/2023

I know someone is ready to give this girl her forever home! She’s the last pup out of our Tabby x Max litter. Solid black plush/long coat. She’s ready to go. Has had 2 sets of vaccines and is also microchipped with prepaid registration. She got her bag all packed up as well just waiting for a family to give her a home.

11/19/2023

These babies really need to find a home soon before I get attached. Very nice pups at a VERY GOOD PRICE!! Please PM if you’d like to discuss one!

11/10/2023

If anyone is interested in one of these pups please reach out. We would love for them to find a forever couch or bed to sleep on this weekend. They will make excellent sport dogs or pet/companions.

11/09/2023

We have 2 pups available!!

Sable male (discounted on a neuter contract)

Black female long coat

AKC Registration
Microchipped with pre paid registration
Have had 2 sets of vaccines
Vet Checked

11/05/2023

We still have this little long haired female available from our Max x Tabby litter.

11/02/2023

If anyone is interested in this guy he’s still available to a pet home (no breeding) at a reduced price. Please pm if you like more info on him.

10/21/2023

Folks we still have a few pups available from our Max x Tabby litter looking for their forever people. Please PM us if you’d like to discuss one of these pups.

10/16/2023

We still have pups out of our Tabby X Max Litter.

DOB 7/28/23
Microchipped, Vaccinated, Dewormed, VET HEALTH CHECK.
1 Male Sable
3 Females

Parents both HEALTH AND GENETIC TESTED.
HIPS\ELBOWS BOTH GOOD
DM CLEARED
SIRE BH

These pups are from an amazing bloodline of WORKING GERMAN SHEPHERDS. Heavily Titled Pedigree. They have great nerve and amazing drives for protection and sport. They also settle really nicely and highly intelligent. These pups pick up routines and commands extremely fast.

A little about Tabby the Dam.
Her sire (ZAKO MAX Z JIRKOVA DVORA) 4th bloodline to the working branch founded by world renowned GERO Z BLATENSKEHO ZAMKU followed by XAC Z POHRANICNI STRAZE, RENO JIPO-ME, OX Z JIRKOVA DVORA AND THEN ZAKO MAX.
Her dam (AKIRA VON HAUS ANTVERPA) 4th bloodline to JAGO JIPO- ME (COMPETITOR AT WUSV WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP)
TABBY inherited her FATHER ZAKO MAX AND GRANDFATHERS OX Z JIRKOVA DVORA ALONG WITH JAGO JIPO ME imposing black sable color. She represents strength, strong bones structure and elegant conformation of working dogs.
See Tabby’s pedigree here: https://www.pedigreedatabase.com/german_shepherd_dog/dog.html?id=2901180-tabby-z-jirkova-dvora?_v=20191127123810

A little about Batman (AKA MAX) the sire.
His sires side is from the second bloodline via Ibon Jipo Me and Kery Kamos Durabo. Max inherited his fathers beautiful black sable color and his eagerness to work. Max loves to track and on the field he’s a beast.
His dams side he is from the fifth bloodline via Nufi Z Jirkova Dvora progeny of Dask Z Jirkova Dvora. Max inherited from his mothers side strength, speed, toughness and willingness to lay his life in the line for his handler.
Max is always ready to work but also settles very nicely when in the house.
See Max’s pedigree here: https://www.pedigreedatabase.com/german_shepherd_dog/dog.html?id=2887235-batman-von-der-asche?_v=20230418110846

Tabby and BATMAN (AKA MAX) comes from an amazing line of Working German Shepherds. Imported from the Czech Republic.

We expect TABBY and Max progenies to replicate the same temperament, strength, speed, toughness and strong health. We expect their progenies to be suitable for sport, family and personal protection.

Visit our website.
https://zschutzgermanshepherds.com