Do you remember what the German Shepherd used to be? Large to x-large, straight back, strong, athletic, stocky build, Safe with friends and family, super intelligent and long lived. I have been breeding to bring back what the shepherd used to be for more the 25 years. I do not breed show dogs, or hyper/aggressive German schutzhund lines. I have no goal at all to breed for these disciplines. Therefore I can focus on the best family pet with the best health. Unlike most old- style shepherd breeders I OFA certify not only hips but elbows as well. If you want a German shepherd that is a true family pet and protector with out needing extra training, or that need to be ???put away??? when friends and relatives visit.. Then a Royalair Shepherd may be what you are looking for. These bigger shepherds live longer and have better hips then the little guys! It???s the lines- not the size- my dogs average 13 years of age and I am the only breeder in the US with two OFA excellent stud dogs over 120 lbs. Visitors are always welcome. If you used to love shepherds but had a bad experience the new lines. Or the dime a dozen German lines. Come back and experience again what a wonderful pet a German shepherd can be. Call 641-990-9901 or see all the doggies @ www.royalair.org