If you are a prospective judge applicant for our breed you will find resources here on this website to help you understand our unique breed.

National Judges Education Ring Side Mentoring

The German Spitz Club of America Judges Education Program is held each year in conjunction with its national specialty show. It is comprised of ring side mentoring by many of our master breeders, and breeder Judges who are willing to share their years of experienced insight with you.

For further information contact: Patrea Pabst germanspitzclubamerica@gmail.com

  • Judges’ Education Study Guide

    The German Spitz Club of America (GSCA), the official AKC parent club for the German Spitz breed, provides resources and support for judges' education to ensure accurate and consistent evaluation [...]

  • History of the German Spitz

    The Spitz is the oldest breed of dog in Central Europe and served as the progenitor of many European breeds. Well preserved specimens of Stone Age “Peat Dogs” known [...]

  • Official Breed Standard

    History: The Spitz is the oldest breed of dog in Central Europe and served as the progenitor of many European breeds. Well preserved specimens of Stone Age “Peat Dogs,” [...]

  • Colors & Sizes

    The large German Spitz comes in white, black or brown. The small and medium German Spitz come in a variety of colors including white, black, brown, orange, grey-shaded, and [...]