“THE MOST COMPREHENSIVE BOOK EVER PUBLISHED ON THE BREED”
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Review of ‘The Definitive German Shepherd Dog’ -
Professor Dr Heinrich Messler - WUSV/SV President
Excerpt:
During the last 100 years, canine terms and language, factual content, sociological framework conditions, and cynological science have changed considerably. Our German Shepherd Dog friends,particularly breeders, breed judges and breed lecturers, must adapt to these changes in terms and language, technical understanding of the canine anatomy and locomotive biomechanics.
Louis Donald’s book ‘The Definitive German Shepherd Dog’ has filled this lengthy bibliographic vacuum and need. In this professionally produced book of 1,135 pages, you will find a complete, timely,and clear presentation of the German Shepherd Dog covering its entire breadth.
There is nothing about the breed that has not been covered.
This book will appeal to the newcomer and the most advanced, experienced German Shepherd Dog enthusiast. It conveys important and indispensable information about our German Shepherd Dog, from introductory knowledge to the smallest detail in words and images.
A very extensive reference chapter allows the serious student of the breed to locate and further the author’s source material, and further deepen their knowledge on that subject matter.
I am extremely happy that Louis Donald has closed the 90-year gap with his masterpiece, and I recommend the book to every seriously committed friend of the German Shepherd Dog.
It is my wish that the book is translated at least into Spanish and German to reach further around the world of German Shepherd Dog enthusiasts.
In a nutshell: A must-have book for every German Shepherd Dog addict!
Professor Dr Heinrich Messler - WUSV/SV President
Excerpt:
During the last 100 years, canine terms and language, factual content, sociological framework conditions, and cynological science have changed considerably. Our German Shepherd Dog friends,particularly breeders, breed judges and breed lecturers, must adapt to these changes in terms and language, technical understanding of the canine anatomy and locomotive biomechanics.
Louis Donald’s book ‘The Definitive German Shepherd Dog’ has filled this lengthy bibliographic vacuum and need. In this professionally produced book of 1,135 pages, you will find a complete, timely,and clear presentation of the German Shepherd Dog covering its entire breadth.
There is nothing about the breed that has not been covered.
This book will appeal to the newcomer and the most advanced, experienced German Shepherd Dog enthusiast. It conveys important and indispensable information about our German Shepherd Dog, from introductory knowledge to the smallest detail in words and images.
A very extensive reference chapter allows the serious student of the breed to locate and further the author’s source material, and further deepen their knowledge on that subject matter.
I am extremely happy that Louis Donald has closed the 90-year gap with his masterpiece, and I recommend the book to every seriously committed friend of the German Shepherd Dog.
It is my wish that the book is translated at least into Spanish and German to reach further around the world of German Shepherd Dog enthusiasts.
In a nutshell: A must-have book for every German Shepherd Dog addict!
Professor Dr Heinrich Messler - President WUSV and President SV
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What a very special book and so well put together. A tome for the ages.
I have already started reading it and the content is amazing. Brought back so many memories when I was researching the dogs in my pedigrees. But, like a kid on Christmas, I started skipping ahead.
The only description that comes to mind is...WOW!
This book is so complete, on all things DOG, besides German Shepherd Dogs,
one could honestly get a college degree after reading, studying the info and applying the knowledge within.
The way your ordering, shipping and tracking was set up is outstanding! This has so far, been an incredible and professional journey!! You and your team are going to be a hard act to follow by anyone doing business, especially overseas!
I have already started reading it and the content is amazing. Brought back so many memories when I was researching the dogs in my pedigrees. But, like a kid on Christmas, I started skipping ahead.
The only description that comes to mind is...WOW!
This book is so complete, on all things DOG, besides German Shepherd Dogs,
one could honestly get a college degree after reading, studying the info and applying the knowledge within.
The way your ordering, shipping and tracking was set up is outstanding! This has so far, been an incredible and professional journey!! You and your team are going to be a hard act to follow by anyone doing business, especially overseas!
Kathy Worley - Vet Tech, Canine Rehabilitation & Training - USA
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Today, I had the opportunity to see the most incredible dog book I have ever seen.
All 1135 pages and 4 kilos of it.
Even though it is a GSD book the anatomy and locomotion chapters apply to All Breeds.
Love your work Louis Donald!
All 1135 pages and 4 kilos of it.
Even though it is a GSD book the anatomy and locomotion chapters apply to All Breeds.
Love your work Louis Donald!
Ian Rasmussen - ANKC All Breeds Judge - Australia
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An absolute treasure chest of knowledge … covers absolutely everything a dog owner would want to know!
Incredible information in this book… just flicking through the ginormous section Anatomy of the German Shepherd
… Colour…. Very interesting read…
I am awestruck at the quality of the illustrations - they are unbelievable… just brilliant!
Incredible information in this book… just flicking through the ginormous section Anatomy of the German Shepherd
… Colour…. Very interesting read…
I am awestruck at the quality of the illustrations - they are unbelievable… just brilliant!
Jeannie J. - Australia
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As an academic, senior lecturer, medical scientist, clinician, German Shepherd Dog enthusiast, and chairman at our local dog club (Magalies German Shepherd Dog Club), I can say with great confidence:
“This is my kind of book!”
Louis Donald, congratulations in succeeding in the mammoth task of encapsulating the holistic essence
of the German Shepherd Dog in one textbook! This is not just another book, but a well-referenced textbook on all aspects of the German Shepherd Dog, covering its history, development, husbandry, showing, handling, judging, anatomical conformation, breeding and health. A dedicated veterinary chapter takes this textbook to the next level, by taking a deep dive into the clinical aspects relevant to our beloved breed in great detail.
So, would I recommend this textbook? Absolutely!
Whether you are a novice dog enthusiast, seasoned expert, breeder, show exhibitor, apprentice judge, qualified judge, scientist or clinician… Thís one is for you!
I am looking forward to many joyful hours of digesting every chapter of this book.
“This is my kind of book!”
Louis Donald, congratulations in succeeding in the mammoth task of encapsulating the holistic essence
of the German Shepherd Dog in one textbook! This is not just another book, but a well-referenced textbook on all aspects of the German Shepherd Dog, covering its history, development, husbandry, showing, handling, judging, anatomical conformation, breeding and health. A dedicated veterinary chapter takes this textbook to the next level, by taking a deep dive into the clinical aspects relevant to our beloved breed in great detail.
So, would I recommend this textbook? Absolutely!
Whether you are a novice dog enthusiast, seasoned expert, breeder, show exhibitor, apprentice judge, qualified judge, scientist or clinician… Thís one is for you!
I am looking forward to many joyful hours of digesting every chapter of this book.
Morné Strydom - GSD Breed Enthusiast, Academic, Medical Scientist - South Africa
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So proud to have written the foreword for this book.
The most intensive book on any breed and on dogs I have ever laid my hands on. I’ve been reading it and it will take me many months to finish, more than a thousand pages of information, photos and more.
A masterpiece, Louis Donald !
I received a complimentary one from Louis, my Dad bought one, he has already started to read it page by page,
and PCCI bought one for their library.
If you’re into dogs, whatever breed it may be, this will be the best dog book in your library.
There’s just so much to learn from this book, I’ve already learned so much.
All serious dog people should get one!
The most intensive book on any breed and on dogs I have ever laid my hands on. I’ve been reading it and it will take me many months to finish, more than a thousand pages of information, photos and more.
A masterpiece, Louis Donald !
I received a complimentary one from Louis, my Dad bought one, he has already started to read it page by page,
and PCCI bought one for their library.
If you’re into dogs, whatever breed it may be, this will be the best dog book in your library.
There’s just so much to learn from this book, I’ve already learned so much.
All serious dog people should get one!
Dinky Santos - All Breeds Judge, Member FCI General Committee, President KC Philippines, President FCI Asia, Africa, Oceania Section
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Dear Louis Donald, today the book we discussed a few years ago finally arrived.
It is even more impressive than I thought.
It will take me few weeks to go through in detail but I’m really looking forward to it.
My personal „Thank You“ for dedication and persistence to write such an outstanding book.
And even I do not have an official job despite being a conformation judge
I also like to thank you in the name of the breed.
It is even more impressive than I thought.
It will take me few weeks to go through in detail but I’m really looking forward to it.
My personal „Thank You“ for dedication and persistence to write such an outstanding book.
And even I do not have an official job despite being a conformation judge
I also like to thank you in the name of the breed.
Dirk Gabriel - SV Judge
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It has finally arrived. It's here, on my table and I can't believe this book really exists!
It isn't a dream but it sure is a dream of a book.
I am no stranger to books. My whole education and career rely on them. Many are in my personal library and
many I have studied in public and school libraries. This one, however, is much more than it should be!
It's a book about a dog breed yet it manages to touch the highest standard of any academic writing,
be it a PHD Diploma or a scientific compendium.
I am sorry for the future wannabe writers on the subject but this work has set a standard very difficult to match and impossible to exceed! It isn't a week's or a month's study. Not even a summer long one. It's a life-long source of information, one which you have to go back to again and again to re read passages, re check facts or simply to refresh your memory.
It isn't a book you read once and that's it, unless you're an utter ignorant, but in this case it's hard to think you can even go through it once. The book is a joy to hold, to touch, to smell and to read.
It's so big, once you've finished reading it you have to start all over again and, guess what, it will feel like it's the first time.
I thank you, Mr Louis Donald for it!
Your effort and enthusiasm cannot be conveyed into words and certainly cannot be quantified in a sum of money.
It isn't a dream but it sure is a dream of a book.
I am no stranger to books. My whole education and career rely on them. Many are in my personal library and
many I have studied in public and school libraries. This one, however, is much more than it should be!
It's a book about a dog breed yet it manages to touch the highest standard of any academic writing,
be it a PHD Diploma or a scientific compendium.
I am sorry for the future wannabe writers on the subject but this work has set a standard very difficult to match and impossible to exceed! It isn't a week's or a month's study. Not even a summer long one. It's a life-long source of information, one which you have to go back to again and again to re read passages, re check facts or simply to refresh your memory.
It isn't a book you read once and that's it, unless you're an utter ignorant, but in this case it's hard to think you can even go through it once. The book is a joy to hold, to touch, to smell and to read.
It's so big, once you've finished reading it you have to start all over again and, guess what, it will feel like it's the first time.
I thank you, Mr Louis Donald for it!
Your effort and enthusiasm cannot be conveyed into words and certainly cannot be quantified in a sum of money.
Horatiu P. - Romania
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Your book is also my "Bible", it's fantastic in every sense!
I believe, through it, people will become much more educated and competent, as well,
will get much more closer with this fabulous breed!
Outside of my dogs, there is now one more best friend of mine, always near and by my side! 😊
Thank you very much for this enormous work!
THE BOOK FOR LIFE❤️
I believe, through it, people will become much more educated and competent, as well,
will get much more closer with this fabulous breed!
Outside of my dogs, there is now one more best friend of mine, always near and by my side! 😊
Thank you very much for this enormous work!
THE BOOK FOR LIFE❤️
Liene Zariņa - Breeder and Exhibitor - Latvia
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I've finally received a very special shipment from Australia and personally signed from Louis Donald !!!🎉🎉🎉
Is it a book? No ! It is much more than that.
Encyclopedia...Bible...❤️
A collection of huge information, work of many years. Everything is summarised here. History, exterior, medicine, cultivation. You can't just read this book and put it on the shelf. This book should always be visible because it will always be needed.
I have to say that this book is the best I have seen so far.
Thick, heavy, on good paper and beautiful pictures. And yes...my photos and those of many of my photographer friends
can also be found there. And I am very proud of it!
I believe that every German Shepherd Dog person should have such a book.
Expensive ?...no, definitely not!
It should be five times more expensive ..... then when you get it, you'll understand.
Is it a book? No ! It is much more than that.
Encyclopedia...Bible...❤️
A collection of huge information, work of many years. Everything is summarised here. History, exterior, medicine, cultivation. You can't just read this book and put it on the shelf. This book should always be visible because it will always be needed.
I have to say that this book is the best I have seen so far.
Thick, heavy, on good paper and beautiful pictures. And yes...my photos and those of many of my photographer friends
can also be found there. And I am very proud of it!
I believe that every German Shepherd Dog person should have such a book.
Expensive ?...no, definitely not!
It should be five times more expensive ..... then when you get it, you'll understand.
Marenda Zapolska - Photographer, Breeder, and Exhibitor - Latvia
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A true masterpiece!
I only feel that it should be renamed as "The Definitive Dog",
as though it's focused primarily on the GSD, the info contained, is a compendium of
detailed gems for all pedigree dog breeders and judges and should be owned by every one of them!
Another well known aussie publication by Harry Spira used to be the go to book for all pedigree dog people and this book by Louis is definitely another, but in so much more detail!
The graphics and pictures make things crystal clear.
Biggest Congrats and Thank You Louis & Gail for painstakingly writing this masterpiece for all pedigree dog aficionados!
I only feel that it should be renamed as "The Definitive Dog",
as though it's focused primarily on the GSD, the info contained, is a compendium of
detailed gems for all pedigree dog breeders and judges and should be owned by every one of them!
Another well known aussie publication by Harry Spira used to be the go to book for all pedigree dog people and this book by Louis is definitely another, but in so much more detail!
The graphics and pictures make things crystal clear.
Biggest Congrats and Thank You Louis & Gail for painstakingly writing this masterpiece for all pedigree dog aficionados!
Gopi Krishnan - FCI All Breeds Judge - Malaysia
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