German Shepherd
Loyal, confident, and highly intelligent working dogs
Height
22-26 inches
Weight
50-90 pounds
Life Span
9-13 years
Breed Group
Herding Group
Characteristics
Temperament
LoyalConfidentBraveIntelligentWatchful
Good With
FamiliesTrainingProtectionWork
Care Needs
exercise
High
grooming
Moderate
training
Highly trainable
shedding
Heavy
energy Level
High
barking
When necessary
History
Developed in Germany in the 1800s as a herding dog, later became famous as a police and military working dog.
Health
Common Issues
- Hip Dysplasia
- Elbow Dysplasia
- Bloat
- Degenerative Myelopathy
Recommended Tests
- Hip Evaluation
- Elbow Evaluation
- DNA Test for DM
- Temperament Test