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Distinctly West German, Uniquely American

 Breeding to a higher standard.  Herding, Performance and Service Dogs.  We train/work/title our dogs as well as health test.
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COURAGE - CHARACTER - PREDICTABILITY
Show puppies by Anatomy; Loyal Companions and Protection by Nature; Health and Longevity by good genetics; and proven by Health Testing Certifications. Brought to you by a thoughtful knowledgeable trusted breeder of over 45 years. Breeders of the finest quality Schutzhund/IPO titled & Breed Surveyed German Shepherds in the United States. Our breeding program maintains the integrity of the German Shepherd's heritage to preserve the ideal human-canine bond. 
  "BREEDING HEALTHY DOGS BY DESIGN"


Our Merkel Geneology is from
Haßloch, Germany





We are published in these books

   BREEDER QUALIFICATIONS:
   KENNEL NAME:
Haus Merkel
   Breeder Name: Dyan Merkel
   Website:
http://www.hausmerkel.com
   Location: North Texas
   Contact Info:  vhmerkel@yahoo.com
   214-755-5755

   HEALTH TESTS:
   Hip/Elbow Certifications: Yes
   Degenerative Myopathy Certifications: Yes
   Thyroid tests: Yes
   CERF tests: No

   TRAINING:
   Titles/certifies breeding stock in discipline?: Yes

   BREEDING STOCK:
   Raises breeding stock from puppies: Yes
   Titles dogs bred on premise:  Yes
   Imports titled breeding stock: Yes
   Buys from other Breeders:  NO MORE!

   SCHUTZHUND/IPO:
   Has trained in Schutzhund: Yes
   HOT from puppy to SchH3: Yes
   HOT and bred to SchH3: Yes

   CONFORMATION/BREED SURVEY:
   Show ratings: Yes
   Breed survey: Yes

   BREEDER ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
   V Putz vom Haus Merkel SchH3, Kkl 1a
   V Ulla vom Haus Merkel SchH3, Kkl 1a
   V Zessa vom Haus Merkel SchH2, IPO3, Kkl1a
   V Riesa vom Haus Merkel SchH2, Kkl 1a
   V Puma vom Haus Merkel SchH2, Kkl 1a
   V Emma vom Haus Merkel SchH1, Kkl 1a
   SG Wickie vom Haus Merkel IPO1 a
   SG Vessa vom Haus Merkel IPO1 a
   SG1 Clar vom Haus Merkel SchH1 a
   Ch Merkel's Opium SchH1
   V Merkel's Arletta SchH1, a
   SG, VP2 Nixe vom Haus Merkel BH, AD, a
   SG Feli vom Haus Merkel BH, AD, a
   Ch Merkel's Leica UDT, OFA
   Merkel's Leibchen Shiloh UDT, OFA
   Ch Merkels Sangria UDT, OFA
   United States Grand Victrix
   Ch Merkels Vendetta  ROM, OFA
   Ch Merkel' Quaestor CD, ROM, OFA
   Ch Merkel's Essence UD, OFA
   Merkel's Coda vom Jennerick CDX, OFA
   National Certified Search & Rescue
   Lieb vom Haus Merkel OFA,
   National Obedience Winner
  
Ch Merkel's Cut Up of Timmee UDT, OFA
   Certified United States Service Dog
   Bryn vom Haus   Merkel CGC, OFA
   Certified United States Service Dog
  
Fred vom Haus Merkel
   Ch Merkel's The Cutting Edge OFA
   Ch Merkel's Virtual Reality OFA
   Ch Merkel's Tequila CD, OFA
   Ch Merkel's Sante Fe OFA
   Merkel's Spellbound ROM,
OFA
   Merkel's Emma ROM , OFA

   Merkel's Estes CD, near ROM
   2009 Annual Achievement Award Recipient
   Ch Merkel's Heart's are Wild
CDTDTC HIC CGC TDI OFA
   Ch Merkel's Heart to Heart CD, OFA
   PRODOMINANT LINES USED:
   World Sieger Larus von Batu SchH3 Kkl 1a
   World Sieger Zamp vom Thermodos SchH3, Kkl 1
   World Sieger Yasko vom Farbenspiel SchH3,Kkl 1a
   VA Dux della Valcuvia SchH3, Kkl1a
    Kirschental

   WRITTEN GUARANTEE:  Yes
   EDUCATION AVAILABLE:  Yes
   LIFETIME SUPPORT Yes
   YEARS AS BREEDER: 
46
 

S I T E    N A V I G A T I O N


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My beloved mother
(Dorothy Conner Merkel Obituary)
Love, kindness & laughter was her gift to all.  Always on my mind forever in my heart!


THIS IS WHAT WE FEED & RECOMMEND

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VICTOR SELECT HI-PRO PLUS
Calorie Content (calculated):
ME 3894 kcal/kg;429 kcal/cup

Formula for Active Dog & Puppies contains high levels
of Proteins and Energy with only 30% carbohydrates! This super premium food is naturally formulated with added vitamins, minerals and other additives that work
together to support a strong and healthy immune and digestive system. As with all Victor dog foods, this formula is free from Corn, Wheat, Soy or Glutens and is also made using GMO Free. Dogs love the all natural flavor of this super premium food

 

HOW TO GREET A DOG

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BEST INFORMATION YOU CAN EVER HAVE ON MEETING OTHER PEOPLES DOGS-Children really need to learn this.
 


READING A DOGS BODY LANGUAGE
attribution (C) DFDK9
www.dfdk9.com 

Canine body language
http://dfdk9.wordpress.com/

THIS is why you do not walk your dogs on asphalt or concrete in the summer. If you see someone walking their dogs on asphalt or concrete, PLEASE educated them and get the pet to cooler ground. Original post was from Pet Ambulance Victoria

This should be sent to all the veterinarians including the specialists!



DOG PARK ALERT

We have received two notices. (1) Nails wrapped in cheese at dog parks in Chicago and Massachusetts (see pic). (2) from some friends that in Augusta Maine dog park, antifreeze is being found in doggie water bowls. Please beware and be careful and PLEASE SHARE and spread the word



Ever wonder where puppy mill dogs come from? Here's an example. Many get cooked alive in the sun and freeze to death in the winter. If you purchase your dog from a pet store, I can guarantee your "AKC" certified dog came from a place like this.  This one is even better than the ones  I saw in Iowa and Missouri!



Do you recognize she is a Yorkie?
Please do not purchase your pet from a Pet shop, Backyard breeder or Commercial Puppy Mill.


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"The man who rears a dog must complete what the breeder began..." Max v. Stephanitz; Father of the German Shepherd Dog

 

 
"Fun at the Beach"

"Fun at Work"


This is a real combination of symptoms that spells out EMERGENCY. These are the classic symptoms of a condition referred to as "bloat" - a dog that is pacing, restless and has unproductive attempts to vomit.

This is a common problem in large breed deep-chested dogs but can also occur in smaller dogs.

Basically what happens is this - the stomach twists causing the blood supply to the stomach to be compromised then leads to tissue death. As tissues are damaged, toxins are released and a sequence of events occurs that if left untreated, leads to death.

If you ever notice these symptoms in your dog, call your local veterinarian or emergency clinic as soon as possible.

This is a condition that is fairly common and often occurs in the evening or nighttime hours. It is also a very expensive condition to treat.  READ MORE...

           

Dealing with Excessive Barking

The first step to stopping barking is to understand why it is happening. Dogs bark for all kinds of reasons, including anxiety, boredom and/or loneliness. Sometimes they bark just because it feels good.  Luckily, most dogs will respond to one or other intervention to curtail their barking. Whether you simply bring an outdoor dog inside or take the time to apply behavior-modification techniques, you can cause a dog to be less of a nuisance and to be more socially acceptable.


Removing Skunk Odor

No need for the tomato juice. Use a mixture of 10 parts hydrogen peroxide to 1 part baking soda. Add a dash of degreasing dishwashing soap and pour into a spray bottle. Spray liberally over dry coat and allow to air dry. Avoid eyes. Works on other objects, too!



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FOR THOSE WHO LIKE BIRDING

FDA DOG FOOD RECALLS    

 

 

 

GERMAN TERMINOLOGY FOR READING GERMAN PEDIGREES of DOG who Do service for mankind

German titles and ratings on pedigrees:

The credentials of the German Shepherds that comprise our World Class breeding stock speak for themselves. All are 100% West German bloodlines with Koerklasse 1. To achieve this coveted Koerklasse 1 (Kkl1) rating, the dogs must compete for titles in Germany or America under the rules and auspices of the Club for German Shepherd Dogs (SV) in Germany. To meet this World Standard, each dog must have a companion dog temperament test (B), and certified hips ("a" stamp or OFA), a 12 mile endurance test followed by examination for physical soundness (AD), and compete at a show to achieve a conformation rating of at least SG or"Very Good" (V or "Excellent" being the best at any show that is not the National Championship or Sieger Show where the coveted "Excellent Select" or VA can be awarded once a year to only the very best dogs). These requirements make the dog eligible to enter a Koerung (to qualify for breeding) which is a Breed Survey where the dog is carefully evaluated for excellence of structure, temperament and courage.   

These impressive requirements are only guidelines for our dedication to the breed. Many times dogs with great prerequisites should not be bred together because of incompatible bloodlines or characteristics. We are very aware of each dogs qualities and breed so accordingly.

Angekoert/Breed Survey       Breed Surveyed (recommended for breeding)
 
Before a German Shepherd can be breed surveyed, it must turn two years within the breed survey year and must meet all basic SV breed requirements, plus it must have passed an endurance test (AD - running 20 km without tiring). A "breed master" (Körmeister: an experienced and specially trained SV judge) will asses the dogs breed worthiness by giving it a very thorough examination. This includes a temperament test (ongoing throughout the breed survey), a gun test (at least 2 gunshots at a distance of about 15 paces), and a courage test.
The two parts of the courage test are identical to the courage tests in a Schutzhund trial. In the first part, the dog must prevent an attack on his master by a stick wielding attacker coming out of a hiding place about 15 paces away, by placing a single but firm bite on the padded sleeve and holding it for as long as there is action. When the attacker stops, the dog must "out" (release) either on its own, or on a single command from the owner. For the second part (this time at a distance of about 50 paces away from its master) the dog must prevent an attack by a stick wielding and loudly screaming attacker, bite only once and hold, and must "out" either on its own when the attacker stops, or on a single command from the owner.  Conformation and other checks include: height at the withers, chest depth, chest circumference, weight, pigmentation, coat, color, disposition, alertness, nerves, self confidence, hardness, courage, fighting instinct, secondary sex characteristics, constitution, expression, structure, bones, musculature, firmness of back and ligaments, top line, elbow lay-on, pasterns, legs gait, outreach, rear drive, toe nails, paws, head, eye color, upper and lower jaw, and dentition.  The initial breed survey is good for two years. At the end of the two year period, the dog must be breed surveyed again, this time for life. Failure to breed survey again within the two year period will require a new initial breed survey good for only two years.

Körbericht  Breed survey report

Koerklasse 1     (Kkl 1)  Especially recommended for breeding

Koerklasse 2    (Kkl 2) Suitable for breeding.  Dog may have a structural or protection work fault  which could be compensated for by bloodlines or working qualities.  May be resurveyed and reclassified at a later date.

(*)     This symbol before a dog's name means it has been surveyed and approved for breeding.

"a"    Dog's hips have been x-rayed and certified acceptable.   Required for Breed Survey.

LG     Landesgruppen (Regional) Show.   There are approximately 1500 German Shepherd Dog clubs in Germany and these are under the jurisdiction of the 15 Landesgruppen clubs.  The LG Shows are larger than the local shows and the judging and rating requirements are stricter.  Landesgruppen Sieger and Siegerin titles are awarded.

VA       (Vorzüglich Auslese) Excellent Select title that is only awarded at the Annual Sieger Show Select Class.
V      (Vorzüglich)   Excellent
SG      (Sehr Gut) Very Good
G      (Gut)  Good
A      (Ausreichend) Sufficient
M      (Mangelhaft)  Faulty
O      (Zero)  Failed
U     Unsatisfactory

CACIB     a European International Champion

SchH/IPO      (Schutzhund)  For dogs who have passed the examinations for obedience protection, and tracking.  The titles 1, 2, and 3 denote how advanced the training tests were.  Dog must have at least a SchH1/IPO1 to be Breed Surveyed.

AD     (Ausdauerpruefung)  The dogs passed an endurance test by gaiting approximately six miles per hour for about nine miles with a ten-minute rest halfway, and a simple Obedience Test at the end.  The dog is given a simple physical examination after the test.  A requirement for the Breed Survey.

HGH      (Herdengebrauchshund)  Herding Dog
PH      (Polizei Hund) Police Dog
FH      (Fährten Hund)  Tracking Dog

German Commands:
 

Achtung     Watch
Aus      Let Go
Bei Fuss      Heel
Bleib      Stay
Bleib sitzen      Stay sitting
Bringen      Fetch
Fass    Attack
Geh weiter      Go on
Gib Laut      Speak
Halten      Halt
Hopp      Jump

Komm      Come
Kriech      Crawl
Nein      No
Nimm      Take it
Pass auf      Watch out
Platz      Down
Setz      Sit
Such      Search
Voraus      Go out
Zur Spur      Trail
Zur Wache      Guard

More Languages

DEUTSCH

SPANISH

ENGLISH

FRENCH

FUSS
JUNTO / A PIE
HEEL
AU PIED
STEH
PARADO / PARATE
STAND
DEBOUT
SITZ
SENTADO/SIENTATE
SIT
ASSIS
PLATZ
ECHADO/ABAJO
DOWN
TERRE
WARTEN
ESPERA
STAY
PAS BOUGER /
RESTE
FRONT
ALFRENTE
FRONT
EN FACE / ICI
GIB LAUT
LADRA / MARCA
BARK
ABOIE
VORAN
ADELANTE
AWAY
EN AVANT
KEHRT
VUELTA
TURN
RETOUR
HIER
Á QUI / VEN AQUI
COME
ICI
BRING
TRAE
BRING
APPORTE
AUS / AUSGEBEN
SUELTA
OUT
DONNE
HOPP / SPRUNG
BRINCA
JUMP
SAUTE
ZURÜCK
REGRESA / VEN
BACK
RETOUR
AN DEIN PLATZ
A TU LUGAR
AT YOUR PLACE
A TA PLACE
LIEGEN
BAJATE
LAY DOWN
COUCHÉ
BLEIB
QUIETO / QUIETA
STAY
PAS BOUGER / RESTE
PASS AUF
FIJATE / MIRA
ATTENTION
GARDE
PASS AUF
ATENCION
ATTENTION
ATTENTION
HALT
ALTO
STOP
STOP ARRÊT
ZEIG
MARCA
POINT
MONTRE-(MOI)
FASS
ATACA / MUERDE
ATTACK
ATTAQUE
AUS / LOSLASSEN
SUELTA
OUT
HALTE / LÂCHE
NICHT BERÜHREN
NO TOQUES
DON'T TOUCH
PAS TOUCHE
SUCH
BUSCA
SEARCH
VA REGARDER
KEHREN
REGRESA / VUELVE
COME BACK
DE-MITOUR
BESSER
MEJOR
BETTER
MIEUX
AUF
ARRIBA
UP
MONTES
AB
ABAJO
DOWN
DESDCENDS
LANGSAM
DESPACIO
SLOW
DOUCEMENT
RUHIG
TRANQUILO
TRANQUILA
EASY
CALMES-TOI
HÖR AUF/ RUHE
DETENTE / BASTA
STOP-IT
ARRETE
FERTIG
SE CABÓ/ SE
TERMINÓ / FIN
QUIET/ FINISH
FINI
NEIN
NO
NO
NO
LOBEN (BRAV)
ESO ES / BIEN
GOOD
BON CHIEN
SUPER
MUY BIEN/ESO ES
VERY GOOD
SUPER
FREI
LIBRE
FREE
LIBRE

 

 

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