I have raised German Shepherds for years. My dogs are 100% German bloodline - some West German Seiger lines and some Czech and DDR lines as well. We do competitive obedience and agility with our dogs.
TerriL is absolutely correct on doing your research. I know you've stated that you've done plenty, but there's always room for more.
And any dog you've seen "scurry" off the SchH field, whether in the Seiger shows or the IPO ring or whatever, isn't going to get high marks for the Seiger. Emphasis is placed on working ability and not just looks. These dogs have to be sound in body AND in mind. The show lines can and do produce dogs that aren't stable temperamentally, but those dogs don't achieve high marks in the German Seiger. And likewise, the working lines can produce dogs that are too sharp or too hectic. I am glad you've found a good breeder. Might I ask who you're working with? Good breeders of working stock are few and far between....
Here are a few pictures of my girls competing and a few portraits.....
And this is our resident Australian Shepherd. My hubby's pride and joy!
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