German Shepherd

Breed Type

The German Shepherd has outstanding abilities as a working dog. They are fearless, eager, and alert, and they are very obedient. They are confident, serious, and possess strong learning abilities. The breed is known for its courage and loyalty. They love to be close to their family, but they are sometimes leery of strangers. Because of their strong protective instincts, the German Shepherd should be properly trained and extensively socialized to prevent over-guarding. Aggressive behavior within this breed is due to a combination of poor breeding and training. German Shepherds are almost always good with other pets, and they are excellent with children. It is important for potential owners of this breed to buy specimens from a reputable breeder.This breed needs firm training an proper socialization to avoid aggressive tendencies. By nature, they are very protective of their owners and family. They are very smart and can be easily controlled when trained by a responsible owner. They are very loyal and love interaction with their immediate family. It's a good idea to start socialization with as many people and dogs from birth. Also, this breed can be very affectionate and protective of children.




A General Appearance of the Dog

German Shepherds are strongly built, medium-large dogs, with an appearance of innate strength, intelligence and incorruptible character. The appearance of tremendous self confidence and courage, accompanied by high degree of agility and loyalty has added worth not only to the breed’s working ability, but also to the breed’s unique wolf-like appearance. The 5 basic instincts of German Shepherd Dog put spice to the very unique appearance of the dog, thereby enhancing the beauty by the way of magnifying the degree of loyalty, courage, self assertion, agility, and confidence. Read out the detailed explanation on general appearance of German Shepherd Dog as per the world standard of GSD.

Weight

Males:     30 kg to 40 kg. (66.14 pounds - 88.18 pounds; Midrange = 77 pounds)      

Females:  22 kg - 32 kg (48.5 pounds - 70.55 pounds; Midrange = 59.5 pounds)

Height
Males:       60 cm to 65 cm (23.62 inches - 25.59 inches)
Females:    55 cm to 60 cm (21.65 inches - 23.62 inches)

Health & Care

Regular visits to the vet, good all natural (grain free) diet, plenty of exercise outdoors, and quality rest all contribute to keeping your German Shepherd happy and healthy.

The following articles will share with you information regarding all of these topics and more. Like ourtraining articles the health section is updated often.

Training

We do not recommend the use of food tit bits as a reward for training. Not only is there a good chance that you will you make your dog fat, but he may only then do what you want him to, if food is on offer. Your dog should be trained to voice command and praise will be enough reward for him if he gets it right. At the end of a training session you can reward him with a toy such as a ball for a bit of fun time.

Do not attempt any formal training until your dog has had time to get to know you. Once your dog has settled in you may wish to consider joining a training club so that you keep your dog well socialised with other dogs, gets used to lots of people and ensure that he learns how to behave in public.

It is your responsibility to keep your dog under control and ensure that he does not become a nuisance or a danger in public.

Need to Exercise
Energy Level
Combing Needs
Practise
Playfulness
Warmth
Watchdog
Guarding
Frindship with Dogs
Friendship with Animals
Friendship with Children
Friendship with Strangers
Heat Resistance
Cold Resistance