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The German Shepherd Dog Working Dog Association (WDA) is dedicated to the welfare and betterment of the German Shepherd Dog. We recognize the German Shepherd Breed Standard as defined by the Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI), and followed by the SV (Verein für Deutsche Schäferhund) and the World Union of the Associations for German Shepherds (WUSV).
Currently, we offer Hip ("a" stamp) and Elbow ("ED" stamp) health evaluations. We also offer two other spinal health evaluations, the LÜW (Lumbar-Sacral Transitional Vertebrae/LTV), and OC(D) (Osteochondrotis Dissecans) evaluations. All health evaluations are performed by the SV. Additionally we offer tattoo and microchip verifications on pedigrees when necessary. We also assist in DNA testing performed by the SV. Please see our Hips and Elbow Evaluations, and Other Evaluations pages.
Office Manager: Gretchen Weinzimer
GSDWDA Office
22456 Dolorosa St.
Woodland Hills, CA 91367
Phone: (747) 900-6805
Fax: (626) 608-5723
Email: gsdwda@gmail.com
Title | Name | Phone Number | |
President | Daniel Yee | DanYee.WDA@gmail.com | (213) 610-0188 |
Treasurer | Alethea Caldwell Munsinger | alethea@caldwellmunsinger.com | (520) 247-6685 |
Secretary and Office Manager | Gretchen Weinzimer | gsdwda@gmail.com | (747) 900-6805 |
Director | Thomas Schoder | schoder.thomas@gmail.com | (360) 305-0291 |
Director | Doug Foster | dougfoster73@gmail.com | (801) 554-4126 |
Director | Earl White | ejwcollect@hotmail.com | (503) 487-6351 |
Director | Wendell Nope | wendell@wendellnope.com | (801) 554-4126 |
Director | John Henkel | wilhendorf@aol.com | (203) 947-0264 |
Director | Richard Torres | torres92117@gmail.com | (858) 735-3225 |
Programs
We offer hip and elbow X-ray evaluations performed by the SV to support our mission of eliminating hip and elbow dysplasia in the German Shepherd dog. We have been helping German Shepherd dog owners get "a" stamps (hips) and "ED" stamps (elbows) for decades, and are happy to guide you through the complete process. Generally, once we receive your completed paperwork and X-rays, owners receive results in 8-10 weeks.
You may access SV X-ray submission guidelines and instructions here Guidelines for SV Submissions. To submit X-rays, you will need your dog's country of birth, original 4 generation pedigree, and a copy of your registration. You will also need forms, which will be mailed to you. Forms are only available in hard copies as they come in triplicate, and they cannot be sent electronically. To receive forms contact our Office Manager, Gretchen, via email, gsdwda@gmail.com, or phone, 747-900-6805, and provide your address and phone number.
We suggest these important health evaluations so owners know how to best care for their dogs throughout their lifetimes, as well as for a number of other reasons. If you plan to train your dog to participate in IGP Schutzhund sporting events and/or Breed Shows, you will need hip and elbow evaluations to enter those events with an adult dog. The evaluations are also required for Breed Surveys that are recognized by the SV and other FCI recognized organizations.
We strongly advise having your dogs' hips and elbows evaluated before breeding, as dogs with poor results should not be bred in order to eliminate the possibility of hip and elbow dysplasia in future generations. National and international kennel clubs will not allow puppies to be registered for breeding if either parent received poor hip and/or elbow evaluation results.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact our Office Manager, Gretchen, via email, gsdwda@gmail.com, or phone, 747-900-6805.
We offer tattoo and microchip verification on pedigrees. Please contact the office for this service at gsdwda@gmail.com or (747) 900-6805. You may access the form for this service by clicking here: Tattoo and Microchip Verification Form.
We offer two other evaluations performed by the SV. One is the LÜW (Lumbar-Sacral Transitional Vertebrae/LTV), and the other is the OC(D) (Osteochondrotis Dissecans) evaluation. You can read an article which describes these evaluations by clicking here SV Lumbar-Sacral Transitional Vertebrae-LTV. If you choose to have the OC(D) evaluations completed, you will need an additional form from the office. We recommend having additional X-rays for these evaluations taken at the time you are getting hip and elbow X-rays to avoid sedating your dogs a second time.
We can also help you obtain DNA testing done by the SV.
To receive forms for these services and DNA information, contact our Office Manager, Gretchen, via email, gsdwda@gmail.com, or phone, 747-900-6805, and provide your address and phone number.
News
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Events
The WDA is not holding any events until further notice.
Forms
Link | Description | Type |
Veterinarian Verification Tattoo-Microchip Form | Printable Form | |
Guidelines for Submission | Printable Form |
Links and Resources
Link | Description | Type |
Verein für Deutsche Schäferhunde (SV) e.V. | SV in Germany | Web |
Federation Cynologique Internationale | Federation Cynologique Internationale | Web |
For conversion of X-rays on a disk to films contact Xray Express | Please call first 817-545-5220 | Web |
Wendell Nope | Professional Police Dog Resume | Web |
Thomas Schoder | Professional German Shepherd Dog Experience | Web |
Doug Foster | Professional Experience | Web |