Our Story

The German Shepherd Dog Club of San Diego County was established in 1945 by a dedicated group of German Shepherd Dog enthusiasts committed to promoting the breed's growth and popularity. Originally focused on conformation trials, agility, and other dog sports, the club attracted owners and breeders from across San Diego County. As the breed gained recognition, German Shepherds were often associated with police and military roles, which led to a reputation for being aggressive. The club sought to shift this perception, highlighting the breed’s qualities as loyal family pets, intelligent companions, and versatile working dogs favored by law enforcement and the military.

Today, the German Shepherd Dog Club of San Diego County hosts a variety of trials each year in agility, rally, obedience, and tracking, with plans to expand into additional dog sports. We are also developing training classes and workshops for both members and the public on a limited basis. Our monthly meetings, held every second Thursday, provide members with opportunities to socialize and exchange information on grooming, training, and all things related to German Shepherds. For details on upcoming events, training schedules, and meetings, please check our calendar. Many of our members are experienced dog trainers involved with other organizations and dog sports.

For questions or more information about the German Shepherd Dog Club of San Diego County, please use our contact form.