While they seem dangerous and not knowing one could lead you to fearfulness of them, the German Shepherd is one of the more gentle, loving breeds of dog once you’ve had the opportunity to get close to one. German Shepherds are extremely smart, and an experience with one can form a relationship that you’ll remember [...]
German Shepherds are strong and stubborn dogs therefore training should start when they are pups when they are about eight week old, at this age they are more impressionable. German shepherds because of their keen instinct were bred in Germany for herding and guarding cattle. Because of the German Shepherd personality training should start when [...]
OriginsThe German Shepherd Dog (sometimes abbreviated to GSD), is also commonly referred to as an Alsatian, or occasionally Schaferhund, Berger Allemand, or Deutscher Schaferhund.This is a very popular and much-loved breed of large-sized dog which originated in Germany, relatively recently, with its origin dating to around 1899. The German Shepherd is essentially a herding dog, [...]
Adopting a German shepherd can be done in three ways: Through a rescue, a breeder or a kennel. And once you do adopt a Shepherd, you’ll be rewarded with boundless love and companionship.But before you take your dog home, here are few things to consider: the breed, the dog’s eating habits, its temperament–and how well [...]
German shepherds are among the most handsome breeds in the world, and make wonderful family pets, but those getting German shepherds should know that they sometimes have serious health problems. Buy your puppy from a reputable dealer and ask about health problems in the dog’s biological family.Canine hip dysplasia is an abnormality in which the [...]
When you decide to bring German Shepherd puppies, or any dog breed, into your home ensure that you do proper research into the breed. Owning a dog is a long-term commitment that requires both time and money.According to AKC registrations, the German Shepherd is one of the most popular dog breeds in the country. This [...]
The German Shepherd dog (GSD) happens to be the one of the top three popular breeds of dogs registered with the AKC (American Kennel Club). This dogs bear close resemblance to its ancestor, the Wolf. This breed of dog was bred as an ideal sheep herding and guard dog.During the Ist World War, this breed [...]
White German Shepherds are said to make poor guard dogs, because their bright color makes them stand out, making it easier for criminals to spot and avoid them.While this may be true, their loyalty and protective qualities are exactly the same as their black and tan counterparts.And more often than not, they will be covered [...]
German Shepherds are a breed popular for the high intellect and great strength. These qualities make the breed a fantastic working dog, capable of adapting to varied environments, tasks, and handlers. For these reasons, they are often chosen to work as service dogs. German Shepherds are used in therapy, rescue work, and, probably most often, [...]
Good dog training tips are essential when first starting out with German Shepherd puppy training. German Shepherds are a very active and strong breed, so instituting the proper training and obedience regime at an early age is important. In order to train your puppy properly, you need to know what your dog needs as far [...]
