![]() ![]() ![]() They are intelligent, bold, and have guarding instincts. They are usually aloof among strangers and use their discretion and degree of socialization to detect danger or threat. Silver shepherds have distinctive heads, domed foreheads, upright ears and are extremely rare. However, silver is penalized by the judges as a fault because it is a dilute color, and most jury panels prefer rich and bright colors, as per the breed standard.īlack and silver shepherds can grow 22 to 26 inches tall and weigh approximately 100 pounds. One may register a silver German Shepherd with the AKC (American Kennel Club). German shepherds can express any of them, and three of them allow silver expression. The A locus has four major alleles, namely- Ay (Dominant Sable), aw (Wild Sable), at (Black and tan or tan-pointed gene), and a (Recessive Black). The Agouti gene or A locus is an essential factor for the unusual silver color of the silver German Shepherd. The E locus is a dominant gene responsible for the black facial mask of German Shepherds. The dilution gene is a recessive trait and is also responsible for affecting black and red hair.Ī new gene called the KIT gene has been recently discovered that imparts cream or pale beige color to the tan or red areas of the coat. Upon activation failure or partial activation, the dog gains a lighter color. In the l locus, a switch of a gene determines the saturation and intensity of red and yellow in canines. There are multiple reasons for a silver coat in a German Shepherd. Silver German Shepherds are extremely rare because they acquire the recessive gene from both parents. 7.2 How much does a silver German shepherd cost?
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