Originally used as a herding dog, the black German Shepherd is also known for its agility, strength, and endurance. This particular breed is versatile and useful in many different ways. Because of their qualities, this particular breed is amazing in dog shows. Their intelligence factor and ability to learn plays a part in how many “jobs” this breed can accomplish. Discussed here are the many jobs of the black German Shepherd.

K9 Cops

What is the first dog you think of when someone mentions police? Of course, law enforcement guys are now using all types of breeds for this service, but the first image people have in their minds when it comes to police dogs is the German Shepherd. The qualities that make it good for herding assist when it comes to their police required work: agility, strength, and endurance. Eager to train and follow its master, with a keen sense of smell, and a deep sense of loyalty, these fur represent themselves well in the law enforcement job.

Seeing Eye

There is a long wait list of people in need of a good service dog. People that are blind, suffering from multiple sclerosis, or just old and needing the aid of a dog, are lining up to get their hands on a service dog like this. Black German Shepherds are just one of the many breeds used for this service, but they are a top pick, as with police dogs. NEADS, a non-profit organization that trains and provides service dogs to people that need them, are constantly trying to keep up with the wait list. These dogs provide the owner with the ability to function “on their own”, so to speak, or without the aid of humans, giving the owner a sense of independence and security.

Show Dogs

Their intelligence and tendency for learning make it easy for the aspiring show-person to train the black German Shepherd dog for dog shows. By choosing the right mother and father, breeders are always trying to find the right combination to produce the perfect black German Shepherd show dog. For, these dogs are worth more money to the regular person that wants to have a family pet. With their elongated bodies, these dogs are elegant to look at. They show well at the dog shows, with few exceptions.

Family Dogs

As a family dog, the black German Shepherd is top notch. Energetic enough to keep the children busy, and loyal to a fault, these dogs will surely be a great addition to the home. Their temperament, if trained right, makes them a great dog around other pets (remember, they were originally herding dogs) as well as humans.

The black German Shepherd, unlike any other breed, has a bunch of “jobs” they are able to perform. Although they share these jobs with other canines, the intelligence and eagerness to learn on top of this breed’s versatility makes it like no other. Whether needing the perfect service dog or just a family dog, the black German Shepherd can handle it with a job well done.



By: Hellen Krotsova

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Copyright (c) 2010 Hellen Krotsova

Hellen is a freelance article writer and she enjoys sharing quality information about different animals and pets, especially about those furry ones. She is currently a proud owner of a black German Shepherd [http://www.blackgermanshepherds.net/]. She adopted it a few years ago and managed to train and educate it into an extremely keen and loyal friend. If you like them too, check her article about how to train black German Shepherds [http://www.blackgermanshepherds.net/how-to-train-black-german-shepherds/]. I bet you’ll find it intriguing!