RvK statant at 10 weeks old

RvK, a sable German Shepherd with so-called "muddy feet" because of the mixed black and tan markings on his legs and paws. In stricter terminology, he should probably be called a "black bi color melanistic shepherd," since the tan on his body is so scarce. he does have a few other tan markings that have become only slightly more pronounced during his first year, including the faint end of harness lines on his chest and small, very dark tan spots on his cheeks and right his eyes. It is hard to do justice to the wonderful tan color of his legs and feet; we find it very attractive.

In any case, RvK is 10 weeks old in this picture, taken on his first day home. By chance (?) he is striking a classic "statant" heraldic pose.

I wait another week or so to post more, so as not to violate posting rules.