This is why the Standard focuses
on the well -
bred German Shepherd
Dog that has the
gait to allow him to trot around the sheep (a «living» fence) all day, guard the shepherd and the sheep, and provide loyal companionship to the shepherd.
The Judge's job is to compare each
dog against the
Breed Standard judging
on such things as Physical Structure (head, teeth, feet, bone structure, muscle tone, etc.); Condition (proper weight, condition of coat, animation, etc.);
Gait (as seen from the front, side and rear) and Temperament.