MEET OUR DOGS
Zina Pet Keram
IGP3
Registered: SKJ / FCI & AKC
Pedigree Influence
Zina descends from proven old Czech working lines selected for clarity under pressure, structural soundness, and long-term durability. Her paternal lineage traces back to Moody z Jirkova dvora, a Czech IPO3 competitor proven at the national level, reflecting a pedigree built on consistent trial exposure and evaluation.
This influence emphasizes nerve strength, work ethic, and stability under evaluation — traits that continue to express themselves in Zina’s own performance and contribute meaningfully to her breeding value within the program.
Pedigree: HERE
Overview
Zina Pet Keram is a Czech working-line German Shepherd bred within established European working programs emphasizing orthopedic soundness, stable nerve, and functional structure. She represents the type of female selected to strengthen a breeding program through consistency, health, and correct temperament rather than exaggeration.
Zina combines strong physical presence with a calm, clear demeanor, making her a valuable contributor to producing balanced, capable working dogs suited for real-world performance and long-term soundness.
Temperament
Zina has a very open, friendly temperament, showing confidence and approachability without softness or instability. She is environmentally stable and composed, transitioning easily between work and neutral environments.
Her balance of openness and clarity, combined with proven working ability, makes her an excellent working-line family dog when placed in a structured home that values engagement, boundaries, and stability.
Working Ability
Zina holds an IGP3 title, having successfully completed BH/VT, IGP1, IGP2, and IGP3, demonstrating proven working ability across all three phases under the SKJ / FCI system. Her work is characterized by clear engagement, controlled drive, and reliability rather than sharpness or chaos.
Her performance reflects a dog selected for usability and long-term stability — capable of real work without sacrificing composure or manageability.
Breeding Role
Zina is used selectively within our program to strengthen predictability, sound structure, and stable temperament. She is paired with males that complement her clarity, health testing, and proven working ability.
She consistently produces stable sable and bi-color offspring, with puppies tending to mature on the larger, more substantial side of the standard while maintaining balance and usability.
Her value lies in her consistency and the reliability she brings to offspring, making her an important contributor to planned and repeat pairings within the program.
Health & Structure
Date of Birth: March 11, 2020
Registries: SKJ / FCI & AKC
Show Rating: SG
Height: 61 cm
Weight: 86 lbs
Zina comes from generations of dogs selected within established Czech and Slovak working programs emphasizing orthopedic health, durability, and functional structure. She has a correct, functional topline and does not exhibit a sloped back unless naturally stacked.
Orthopedic Testing
Hips: HD-A / HD-A1 (frei)
Elbows: ED-0 (frei)
Spondylosis: 0 (frei)
LÜW: 0 (frei)
Dentition: Correct scissor bite
Our Promise
At von Taylorhof Kennels, we specialize in breeding exceptional German Shepherds from top-tier working lines. With decades of experience, we take great pride in providing the finest quality and expertise in the industry. Carefully matched to you ensuring they are the perfect fit, whether as a family pet or a loyal protector. Our goal is to breed stable, healthy GSDs, and we promise honesty and integrity every step of the way. We love what we do and strive to keep breeding and training GSDs that exceed standards.