Adopt a German Shepherd Dog Original function:sheep herding, guarding, police dog Average size of male:Ht: 24-26, Wt: 75-95 Average size of female:Ht: 22-24, Wt: 75-95 Other names:Alsatian, Deutscher schaferhund German Shepherd Dog Dogs Available on Petfinder Right Now German Shepherd Dog Dog Temperament Among the most intelligent of breeds, the German Shepherd Dog is so intent on his mission whatever that may be and he is virtually unsurpassed in working versatility. He is utterly devoted and faithful. He is usually good with other pets. German Shepherd Dog Dog Care This breed needs daily mental and physical challenges. He enjoys a good exercise session as well as learning session. He is family-oriented and does well as a house dog. His coat needs brushing one or two times weekly. German Shepherd Dog Dog Health Major concerns: CHD, elbow dysplasia Minor concerns: panosteitis, vWD, progressive posterior paresis, cauda equina, pyotraumatic dermatitis, skin allergies, malignant neoplasms, pannus, cataract, gastric torsion, perianal fistulas, cardiomyopathy

Occasionally seen: pancreatic insufficiency Suggested tests: hip, elbow, eye (blood) Life span: 10-12 years Note: GSDs are especially susceptible to a potentially fatal systemic fungal infection from Aspergillus. Dogs Related to the German Shepherd Dog Interested in the history of the German Shepherd Dog dog breed? Despite an outward appearance slightly resembling a wolf, the German Shepherd dog is a fairly recently developed breed and, contrary to nai­ve beliefs, he is no more closely related to the wolf than any other breed of dog. The breed is the result of a conscious effort to produce the ideal Shepherd, capable of herding and guarding his flocks. Perhaps never in the history of any breed has such concerted effort been put into improving a dog, mostly due to the formation in 1899 of the Verein fur Deutsche Scharferhunde SV, an organization devoted to overseeing the breeding of the German Shepherd. Breeders sought to develop not only a herding dog but also one that could excel at jobs requiring courage, athleticism and intelligence.

In short order, the German Shepherd had proved itself a more than capable police dog, and subsequent breeding strove to perfect his abilities as an intelligent and fearless companion and guardian. During World War I, it was the obvious choice for a war sentry. At the same time, the AKC changed the breed's name from German Sheepdog to Shepherd dog, and Britain changed it to Alsatian Wolf Dog, both attempts to dissociate the dog from the unpopular German roots. Clawfoot Bathtub For Sale Los AngelesThe wolf dog was later dropped as it caused many people to fear the breed. Mutt Puppies For Sale VaIn 1931, the AKC restored the breed's name to German Shepherd Dog. Tire Repair Sales And Service Eaton NyThe greatest boon to the shepherd's popularity came in the form of two dogs, both movie stars: Strongheart and Rin Tin Tin.

The German Shepherd held the number-one spot in American popularity for many years. Although presently he has dropped from the top spot, the German Shepherd remains as one of the most versatile dogs ever created, serving as a police dog, war dog, guide dog, search-and-rescue dog, narcotics- or explosives-detecting dog, show dog, guard dog, pet and even shepherd. Shelters with German Shepherd Dog Dogs Some animal welfare organizations with German Shepherd Dogs ready for adoption: Welcome to Kavallerie Shepherds where quality not quantity is our main focus! Hobby Working German Shepherd Dog Breeders! Although our dogs are working dogs they are also our pets and kept as such! We are not a breeding "kennel" and do not have puppies readily available for purchase by the public at all times! This is very important to us that breeding remains a hobby and NOT a breeding business. The German Shepherd was never meant to be solely a "Sport Dog" but can do sport, a German Shepherd is/was supposed to be a "Jack of all Trades", a dog that can do it all.

Not a one purpose breed. If we were asked to describe our dogs I would describe them as versatile farm dogs, personal protection dogs & traveling companions. L to R Tazer, Hope, Lucy & Dery (Asia) Selection and breeding of the finest quality German Shepherds that posses strong nerves, hardness, courage, versatility, clear head and environmental soundness to produce a line of German Shepherds specific to Kavallerie Shepherds in which are ready and willing to work for their handler, extremely intelligent, naturally protective, environmentally sound with balanced drives capable of working in a multitude of fields. Color is of no impotence and can't be. In our endeavor to create our own line of Shepherds we need to make tough but honest decisions along the way of which dogs to keep in our program and ones we must let go. Others we have to let go for retirement so we can continue our endeavor while keeping the best interest of our dogs in mind. This way, we don’t become a “dog collector” and the dogs we do have at our home can live fruitful lives as pets while making a small but meaningful impact on the German Shepherd Breed in America.