Local shepherd dogs from Thurginia, Bavaria and Wurtemberg together produced the handsome German Shepherd. The first Shepherd was registered in April 1899. Also known as the Alsatian, this dog has a sturdy, muscular body. The forehead is a little convex and the ears are set wide apart and point upwards. The jaws are strong and they have a hard scissor bite. The bushy tail is quite long. Today, these canines are used as search and rescue dogs, police dogs and trackers. This breed comes in three varieties: rough coated, longhaired and long rough-coated.
The average Shepherd reaches 24-26 inches in height and weighs almost 40 Kgs. This dog sheds heavily during particular seasons. German Shepherds have a double coat with the outer coat being water resistant and coarse. A quick brushing of the thick coat is a must. Bathe the dog only when necessary to prevent skin irritations. Oil depletion from the skin is a common end result of frequent bathing.
These dogs are very intelligent, crave attention and love to please. They are vigorous dogs that need good exercise on a regular basis. This keeps the dog healthy. The dogs live to be 13-15 years of age. Primary sources of food include beef, leafy greens and wheat. Fish, rice or soy may not be very suitable for the dog. Adult dogs need only one feeding per day.
Since Shepherds are very popular, indiscriminate breeding has taken place to supply the overwhelming demand for this breed. This has led to various health problems like elbow dysplasia, digestive problems, flea allergies and eczema.
German Shepherd training
must include basic obedience training. Most Shepherds crave challenges and are very intelligent. They love to learn and will even learn tricks. Off-leash training is the best training for this dog. Coercive training does not work with this dog.
Direct, fierce, eager, obedient, loyal and intelligent, German Shepherds are one of the best companion and watchdogs. They love children and are almost human in their intelligence. They are very people oriented and cannot tolerate isolation. Fiercely loyal and very protective, they make very good working dogs. These dogs can almost sense the moods of people and are excellent companions for the entire family.
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