German Shepherds were originally bred as sheep dogs, but in modern times are used more often as guard and patrol dogs, their strong bodies and protective characters make them ideal guard dogs and are often used in the police and military.
If you are considering a German Shepherd as a family pet you should consider very carefully as these dogs take a lot of care an attention .if they are used to guard the family home and are kenneled outside the kennels should be heated and of the correct size.
German Shepherd
German shepherds are quiet large and strong animals and can cause severe damage to anyone they attack, in order for them to become effective guard dogs and family pets they must be well socialized as puppies otherwise their temperament becomes unstable.
Their characteristics are to protect either the family home or the family or both, similarly where they are used by the police and military they become extremely loyal to their handler and are able to distinguish between threatening and non threatening situations.
They are very intelligent animals and love to work, originally bred in the late 1800s as sheep herding dogs they have incredible stamina and work ethic
Being large dogs they do require a lot of exercise. If they are not exercised properly they become bored and destructive.
If you are thinking of owning a German shepherd you should consider the certain health threats that they are liable to suffer from, two of the most common are hips and joint problems and pancreas problems, being unable to create proper digestive enzymes leading to them not being able to pass feces. Advice from a dog breeder should help you when choosing a dog from this breed.
If you do choose a German shepherd as a pet you must understand that it is essential to socialize him to yourself and your family, then they will become protective and loving guard dogs. Make sure they get plenty of exercise and the correct diet and try to find as much about the breed as possible before buying one. These dogs are usually great with kids and are extremely protective of their environment and the family. But do choose carefully with this breed before buying one.
Choosing a Dog Breed – German Shepherds
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