German Shepherd Breed Group: Herding
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German Shepherd Weight: 75-95 lbs
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German Shepherd Height: male: 24-26, female: 22-24 inches
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German Shepherd Color(s): most colors, other than white, are permissible.
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German Shepherd Coat: Can be coarse and straight-haired, long and coarse and straight-haired, or wavy long-haired. Colors can be black, gray, with regular brown or yellow-to-light brown markings.
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German Shepherd Overview: For nobility of character, purpose, and appearance, few animals can surpass the German Shepherd Dog. This breed's courage, steadfast heart, and keen senses have endeared him to mankind. They make wonderful companions. He is active, but dignified, and will delight in joining you in fishing, swimming, or hiking. He's very fond of children once he gets to know them.
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German Shepherd Character: This dog is intelligent, unconditionally loyal, obedient, brave, and protective.
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German Shepherd Temperament: Their territoriality makes them among the least likely of breeds to run away. Unwanted visitors are stopped. This breed gets along fine with children and other animals, provided proper socialization has taken place.
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German Shepherd Care: During shedding a special comb is needed to remove dead hairs.
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German Shepherd Training: German Shepherds are eager pupils and are quick to get the hang of things. They are most responsive to your voice.
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German Shepherd Activity: German Shepherds are happiest when doing some type of work, such as agility, obedience, or police trials. Over-exercising when young can cause damage to growing bones, joints, and muscles.
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German Shepherd Ownership: If you are looking for German Shepherd puppies for sale from reputable German Shepherd breeders or to adopt a German Shepherd from a German Shepherd rescue then make sure you understand as much about the dog breeds you are interested in as you can. Every puppy breed is different. Begin your research by reading the breed information about the German Shepherd puppy above. Search our dog breeds section to find German Shepherd puppies , dogs and puppies that make great pets .
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