West German Shepherd Dog and East German Shepherd Dog (DDR) are different in size, coat color, personality and working performance.
West German Shepherd Dog (focus on appearance): The most common one in China is the West German Shepherd Dog.
Color: Black red, mainly black brown
Personality: gentler than East German Shepherds
Characteristics: Arched back, big size, black face, black back, thick hair, gentler than East Germany, strong obedience, suitable for family guard dogs and companion dogs
East German Shepherd Dog (DDR): interprets the most basic and simple function-work.
Color: mainly gray wolf and black
Characteristics: Flat back, lean and compact, strong, ferocious, strong-willed, more focused on work performance, not recommended as a pet dog