VA. THE CROWN. - WHAT DOES “VA” MEAN?

VA. THE CROWN. 
WHAT DOES “VA” MEAN? 
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If you’ve ever seen a German Shepherd with “VA” in front of their name — that’s a BIG deal.

VA = “Vorzüglich Auslese” in German, which means “Excellent Select.”

It’s the highest possible title a German Shepherd can earn in the world, given only to the very best of the best only at the National Sieger Shows.

To reach VA level, everything must align — health, training, genetics, structure, and heart.
It’s incredibly hard to achieve, and it takes years of preparation, dedication, and world-class training to even step onto that field.

To achieve VA, a dog must have:
 Excellent structure and movement (perfect conformation)
 Top working titles (minimum IGP2, KKL, etc.)
 Proven health, character, and temperament
 Often outstanding progeny (producing excellence again!)

It’s not just a show title — it’s a recognition that this dog represents the ideal German Shepherd in every way: health, beauty, brains, courage and working ability combined. A VA dog is not just a champion…
it’s the standard that others are measured by.

That’s why a VA dog is so rare and so deeply respected around the world. 

 This photo is of Alonzo and Lucie earning their second VA title with OTTI in 2023 and the story about ERNA achieving her VA title last weekend - is coming  

We have 2x VA rated females in our kennel now!
 King of Zion German Shepherds kennel is BLESSED!