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10 Interesting Dog Facts For German Shepherd Lovers

by Mary Allen April 21, 2022, 10:24 amupdated September 22, 2023, 8:39 am

German shepherd breed;

Other names: Alsatian, Berger Allemand , Deutscher Schäferhund ,GSD , Schäferhund, German Shepherd Dog;

Origin: Germany;

Size: Large dog breeds;

Group of herding dog breeds;

Life expectancy: 7-12 years;

Temperament/Activity Gentle, Intelligent, Good-natured, Kind, Outgoing, Agile;

Height at the withers: Males: 60-65 cm, Females: 55-60 cm;

Weight: Males: 30-40 kg, Females: 22-32 kg;

Dog coat colors: Most commonly tan with black saddle, black, black-brown of various tones, wolf gray;

Puppy price; about $500-$1000;

Hypoallergenic; no.

#1 Opinions differ on the German shepherd. Hardly any other dog in the world is so well-known and popular, but hardly any other breed has so many enemies. Perhaps even more than other breeds, German Shepherds are what their masters make them out to be.

#2 This must always be borne in mind before purchasing a German Shepherd puppy. Untrained, left to their own devices or even turned on, a shepherd becomes a nuisance or even a danger to his environment. In the right hands, however, he can become a real dream dog. A very solid basic education is important to keep the dog under control at all times.

#3 In addition, German Shepherds need a job that challenges them both physically and mentally. This can be found, for example, in the various dog sports disciplines such as obedience, agility or tracking.

Written by Mary Allen

Hello, I'm Mary! I've cared for many pet species including dogs, cats, guinea pigs, fish, and bearded dragons. I also have ten pets of my own currently. I've written many topics in this space including how-tos, informational articles, care guides, breed guides, and more.

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