GERMAN SHEPHERDS
​Our Sires

Our current sire is one of  the MOST ACCOMPLISHED imported working German Shepherd dogs in America today! 
Read Max's credentials and take a look at his  PHOTOS and VIDEOS!

Visit our PUPPIES page to view the most recent litter!

SG Max vom Haus Cismar

♂︎Gender: Sire
​✰ Certifications: AD, BH, IPO1, IPO2, 6xIPO3, KKL
☤ Health: Hips/Elbows➙A1 (normal); DM DNA➙Clear (normal)

Why We 💙 SG-Max vom Haus Cismar:
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Max is impeccable in every way: oversized dark sable with tremendous head and bone strength. Absolutely rock-solid both physically and mentally. Totally trustworthy and reliable, can go anywhere, anytime and never be shaken. Quiet with a naturally calm demeanor along with second-to-none courage, hardness and fighting drive. Has the seldom seen ability to transition between calm and full power whenever needed. Consistently shows steady and sure behavior in every situation, from downtown sidewalks to world-class drive on command. Gentle with children along with impeccable house manners. Oversized and highly athletic with great ability to perform at maximum capacity scoring 295 points in IPO3! Shows his ability to solve problems and concentrate in tracking scoring a perfect 100. Highly dedicated to the handler, demonstrating natural guidability along in the obedience exercises scoring excellent with 96 points. Fantastic in protection; the more he is challenged, the stronger he becomes. Grips are full, crushing and hard; comes like a locomotive on the long distance courage test, releases quickly on command demonstrating a nearly perfect performance score of 99 points. Max is a six time IPO3 and highly ranked from the judges.

 Original German Breed Report:  very large and substantial male with outstanding color, especially powerful head and good proportions. Outgoing and sure temperament with commendable ability to handle stress along with superior work ethic. Comes from seldom seen pedigree of dogs from both East and West Germany known to produce great looks along with outstanding performance. Sire is Brando von der Lordschaft, rated excellent in show and working. Lines to famous greats like Tom van Leftalhof, Amigo von Brachaler See, Troll Milanda Immo Rossilick. Mother is Zora von Ankenrutt, also rated excellent in show. Lines to Eddy Vorderen Schalk, Cliff Heidhof and Fax Bernhart Mader.

Hips and Elbows: Certified a1 (normal). DM (Degenerative Myelopathy) DNA Test Results: Certified Clear (2 copies of the normal allele). 2022 Wellness Screening: Certified Normal for general appearance, ears, oral, heart, mucose membranes, musculoskeletal, neurological, abdominal, skin/coat and lungs.

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Keep scrolling for videos and photos of Max

Max's Video Album

Max's Photo Album

Our love and passion for the German Shepherd dog compels us
to do our best to improve one generation upon the next!

Since joining our family on January 18, 2022, Max has proven himself to be everything he was promised to be and has transitioned nicely into our home/dog/farm environment. Rather than see him retire, his former owner desired to connect with likeminded, experienced breeders who shared the desire and goal to improve the working line German Shepherd dog in the US! Until you meet a dog like Max, you really cannot fathom how truly awesome and wonderful he is!  The best thing of all is, 

"Max consistently reproduces himself in his offspring!"  ​

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Very Selective, Intentional Breeding is KEY

As former successful breeders of Top Spot Tennessee Walking horses as well as current breeders of champion Longhaired Miniature Dachshunds, we at Seven Oaks Farms understand the genetic component of very selective, intentional breeding to maintain and preserve the natural quality of working line German Shepherds. When puppies are produced with the innate qualities of a "sound mind and body, strong, functional, intelligent, trainable, courageous, and resilient," their response to proper training - even as early as seven weeks - is totally natural as they function in the capacity for which they were originally bred.  The saying: "These dogs make my job look easy," is a true testament to a breeding program that preserves the dog's God-given, natural, innate qualities.

​​These qualities are evident in Max every day!
​Max's two puppies we have been working with are demonstrating duplicate qualities!

Obtaining a puppy of this caliber is an investment but is well worth it! It is important to consider what is behind the pedigree (family) of every puppy you consider and whether or not the ancestors have been proven as being sound competitors as evidenced by their respective titles.  Appropriate health certifications are also imperative as you consider the time and money you plan to invest in your new puppy. While cuteness and good looks are desirable, 

A history of producing  the same qualities in each generation ​whilst propagating
lines known for health, vitality and longevity is of utmost importance.  

​As you consider a future puppy, keep in mind this saying,

"It costs the SAME to feed the BEST as it does to feed the REST!" ​​

​At Seven Oaks Farms, we do our best to treat ALL animals with the utmost of care following the proverb:
"A righteous man cares for the needs of his animal, but the kindest acts of the wicked are cruel."
(Proverbs 12:10)