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Über Uns – Our History

Welcome To Zwinger Vom Teufelsfelsen

The Foundation Years

We bring you the best of West German bloodlines. I am a proud member of the SV (Verein für Deutsche Schäferhunde).

After moving from Germany to the United States, I first focused on building my family and establishing my life here. Several years later, once my family was settled, I began building my dog family. That new beginning in America started with two exceptional dogs; Ully and Untox.

Ully and Untox came from Germany at three months of age and became the foundation of my roots in the United States. They represent the continuation of the bloodlines, dedication, and passion that began in my youth in Germany. Through them, I restarted the journey that had first begun when I was a young boy.

My love for the German Shepherd Dog began in 1970 at the age of 15, when I founded Zwinger vom Teufelsfelsen. My first female, Elke, earned her SchH I title and KKL II rating. From there, I dedicated myself to breeding, training, and learning under the guidance of my mentor, Hans Hecker, who was like a second father to me.

Years later, after relocating to the United States and raising my family, I returned to my true passion. Ully and Untox became the pillars of my American breeding journey and the rebirth of Zwinger vom Teufelsfelsen on U.S. soil.

The Early Journey of Ully & Untox

At Zwinger vom Teufelsfelsen, we have always remained dedicated to the West German German Shepherd bloodline. This tradition has guided our kennel since its founding in 1970 and continues to shape every dog that carries our name.

The term West German bloodline refers to German Shepherds bred according to the standards and practices established in West Germany before reunification, under strict breed evaluation systems. These dogs were selected not only for appearance, but for temperament, structure, and working ability.

Our Ully

Ully Vom Natoplatz over the years.

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Ully vom Natoplatz

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Ully is an intelligent, great temperate, kind, loving, and smart.

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Our Untox

Untox Vom Natoplatz over the years starting at five months old.

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Ully vom Natoplatz

Titles: 2x SG2

Ully is an intelligent, great temperate, kind, loving, and smart.

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