Animal Quote by Max von Stephanitz
“The breeder can indeed lay the foundations of a good and serviceable dog but the trainer must see to it that he brings to their highest possible development, the physical and mental foundations already laid and thus his is the more grateful task.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The German Shepherd Dog Standard by Max von Stephanitz, 1901
A dog’s potential depends on both breeding and training; the trainer must build on the breeder’s foundation to achieve full physical and mental development.
In simple terms: Training must develop a dog’s innate abilities.
Key Takeaway
Invest in quality training.
Themes
dog training
development
responsibility
Mood
determined
optimistic
Type
practical
instructional
When to use this quote
- obedience classes
- agility training
- service dog preparation
Key Concepts
genetics
learning
potential
Questions to Reflect On
- How can trainers adapt to a dog’s genetic limits?
- What balance of breeding and training yields the best outcomes?
A Different Perspective
Training alone cannot fix poor breeding.
