I can't watch the video because my computer is a VERY old piece of crap...

But anyway.. what I can tell just from the video that shows on the screen in the thread..

I've been showing in conformation for 13 yrs?? I think?? Its been a while... can't totally remember..

Shepherds need to be on a longer lead, and they move out in front of their handler... they are never gaited right beside the handler... also it looks like from what I can see in the video Ajax just has on a plain buckle collar??? If this is correct.. you need to get a proper "show chain" and a longer, proper show lead... you can order these online, or get them at some shows... for the show lead, you need a really long lead.. what I would use on my Collies to show in conformation would be WAY to short to show a shepherd on.

As far as the stacking goes (and I coudln't watch the video).. when you first go up in front of the judge for him/her to do their first exam on the dog.. usually hand stacking (but no manhandling) is accepted... but once the judge goes over your dog and you do your down and back, or go around the ring and come back to the judge you should keep your hands OFF the dog... they should free stack (obviously on their own) whatever way is correct for that breed.... without you having to put your hands on the dog... you should be out in front of your dog... facing your dog, and they should be free stacked, in whatever way is correct for that breed.. for the judge to look over one more time.

And honestly.... conformation classes would be a VERY good thing to go to... even if you just go 1 or 2 times just to get a few tips and pointers from someone with more experience. Conformation classes are usually very casual... not like obedience classes.... its really just for you to practice working your dog, in front of other people who might be able to give you a few tips to make your present the dog at its best...