Executive Update

The 52nd National Show and Trial will be hosted by the German Shepherd Dog League of NSW in May 2026. An event of this magnitude requires an extraordinary commitment of time and effort from volunteers, and it is inevitable that differing opinions will arise during the planning process. Recently, disagreement within the fraternity; initially surrounding…

The HDED statistics for Sires to December 2024 are now available. View them here https://www.gsdcouncilaustralia.org/hip-elbow-control-scheme/statistics/

Congratulations to our Patron, Mrs Dawn Fraser who in the 2018 Queens Birthday Honours was appointed a Companion of the Order of Australia (AC). This was in recognition of her “eminent service to sport, through ambassadorial, mentoring, and non-executive roles with a range of organisations at all levels, and to the community through roles in conservation…

The GSDCA Executive advises that the 48th National Show and Trial is postponed to next Year (2021). Details on dates will be provided as soon as available. Read the official correspondence here Future National allocation is as follows • 48th National will be Sydney in 2021 with same judges. • 49th National will be Melbourne…

For your interest, the latest happening in the UK Article “German GSD judges say they will not comply with KC’s new regime” View here

Breeders and Owners – Please Note Please ensure that your veterinarian is aware of this requirement, as documented on the GSDCA HD/ED Control Scheme Application form under “Advice to Veterinarian”, which reads as follows : “Computer Radiography Generated Images (Digital X-rays) : For computer radiography generated images (digital x-rays) to be accepted by the GSDCA…