Ya, I always wanted a Shep but since Ive been a hunter all my life I always had hunting breeds. I really didnt want this guy but my wife insisted. As much as I love dogs Im getting old and they do crimp your style and are a lot of work.
I wanted a shep cause I need a good dog to watch the house and my wife when Im not home. The eastern Euro blood lines were going for up to 3,000 $ and I got lucky finding this breeder. I ended up with a pup with very fine blood lines for $550. An incredible stroke of luck.
Heck my neighbor has a rescue Shep mix and its a great dog. To keep a house secure you really do need a good dog.