The Popular German Shepherd

German Shepherds are a well-loved and popular dog breed. They are strong, agile and muscular animals. German Shepherds are beautiful dogs with distinct personality characteristics. They usually adapt well to training and are admired for their intelligence.

German Shepherds make good guide dogs for the blind. They are often recruited by law enforcement officials and trained as police dogs. They are helpful companions for the handicapped as well. If you’re looking for a courageous, loyal companion, these dogs make a good choice. They are both protective and devoted companions.

German Shepherds are medium size dogs, neither small nor overly large. They are robust and muscular in structure yet they are graceful in their movements. Their fur can be either short or long in length with a somewhat wavy or wiry texture. German Shepherds can have variations in the color of their coats ranging from the standard tan and black to solid black, or white. There are also German Shepherds with tri colored coats such as the tan, black and white combination.

These dogs have an average weight of seventy-five to ninety-five pounds. Although they are strong, sturdy dogs some German Shepherds may be prone to hip dysplasia, skin allergies and eye or ear problems though such health problems are usually due to poor breeding.

German Shepherd dogs were originally used to herd sheep and cattle. Their natural guarding instinct made them very good at their job. Even as household pets and companions these dogs are very protective and tend to guard the family flock. German Shepherds are very energetic and active dogs. They need plenty of room to run. The German Shepherd’s ability to get along with other pets in a household depends on factors such as breeding and training though typically when raised with other pets they will do well.

The average lifespan of the German Shepherd breed is ten to thirteen years. The popular and sociable German Shepherd can be a wonderful addition to any family. They can provide you with years of love, loyalty and protection and you will come to respect your companion for his intelligent, dependable nature. A German Shepherd companion will become a loveable, lifelong friend.