Every pedigree, result and bloodline — in one place.
ShepherdIQ is a research platform for the German Shepherd Dog. Explore millions of dogs, trace ancestry across generations, and follow show and working performance from a single, meticulously maintained registry.
Built for breeders, handlers and researchers
From casual pedigree lookups to serious bloodline analysis, ShepherdIQ gives you the depth and accuracy the German Shepherd community relies on.
Multi-generation pedigrees
Trace ancestry back through the generations with an interactive pedigree view and instant navigation between related dogs.
Show & working results
Follow conformation shows, trials and working events, with results tied directly to each dog's record.
Kennels & breeders
Browse kennels, see the dogs behind a breeding program, and let verified owners claim and manage their listings.
People & handlers
Handlers, judges and owners are linked across events and litters so you can see the human story behind the dogs.
Bloodline analysis
Understand how lines connect, spot recurring ancestors and research the pedigrees behind top performers.
On web and mobile
Search and explore from the browser or take the full registry with you in the ShepherdIQ mobile app.
A registry you can trust
Records are compiled from established sources, continuously reconciled, and de-duplicated so each dog has a single, authoritative profile. A dedicated review team moderates corrections, media and kennel claims submitted by the community.
Read how we handle your data →- check_circle Duplicate profiles automatically detected and merged
- check_circle Community corrections reviewed before they go live
- check_circle Source URLs tracked for verifiability
- check_circle Moderated photos and kennel ownership claims
Start exploring the breed's story
Download the ShepherdIQ app or get in touch to learn how the registry can support your breeding, handling or research work.