Titles & Abbreviations in a GSD Pedigree

Some times it is difficult to read and understand abbreviations of titles and awards mentioned in pedigrees of GSDs. I have made an effort to find and explain those awards and titles. Please read & understand the abbreviations which are frequently used on GSD pedigrees.

German Pedigree Terms

1. Sieger: The Sieger is the Male winner of the National Championship Conformation (Beauty) show, therefore it is the best Champion for the entire year.
2. World Sieger: The top German Shepherd in the world.
3. Siegerin: The Female winner in this Championship
4. Universal Sieger: This as an annual competition to find the dog that has the best structure (beauty) and the best working (SchH) combined characteristics.
5. Vice-Universal Sieger: The 2nd place dog in Universal Sieger competition
6. VA: Select Champion
7. VA-2: The Vice-Sieger
8. V: Champion Vorzuglich (Excellent)
9. SG: Sehr Gut (Very Good)
10. G: Gut (Good)
11. VP: Very Promising
12. SchH and IPO (1, 2 &3): Schutzhund
13. KKL 1A: Considered to be prime quality breeding prospects
14. KKL 2A: Considered acceptable for breeding
15. KKL: Koerklasse
16. “A”: Means the dog has passed it’s hip certification for Hip Dysplasia in Germany
17. OFA: Orthopedic Foundation for Animals(fair, good or excellent)

Notes:

1. Awards for beauty (Championships) are listed before the dog’s official name.
2. Awards for training accomplishments (Working Titles) are listed after the dog’s official name.