Known as the Alsatian, the German Shepherd breed is a “youth”, having only been recognized as a breed apart in the past 90 years. The German Shepard can trace its origins to a series of shepherd dogs in Germany, and some groups have attempted to lead an informal way of this dog. But this attempt failed in 1899, a new group formed. Der Verein fur Deutsche Schaeferhund was founded by Max von Stephanitz, who wanted an end to race all working dog.
The German Shepherd came to the United States in 1908 with soldiers impressed by the courage and abilities of this dog. German Shepherds will reach an average height of 22-26 cm, weight 77-85 pounds, and live an average of 13 years. There are different types of layers in the race. Some German shepherds with long hair and some Shorthaired. The color is mostly black and brown, but can also be Sable, black, blue and white and liver.
The only thing that all sections of German Shepherd have in common is that they shed more, and make the worst during their molting. Daily brushing usually helps to fight against the power cuts, and German Shepherds should be bathed occasionally. Almost all German shepherds are described as self-confidence and honesty.
German Shepherds are very intelligent and often used as police dogs, rescue dogs and guide dogs. German Shepherds make excellent guard dogs and are very loyal to their families. They are great protectors, barking when a stranger approaches. German Shepherd I am the good pets and family child care “their” family. They tolerate the bite or push children likely to do so. However, they are sometimes unaware of their size and strength for a small child and can not overturn them indiscriminately.
The German Shepherd and children should always watch to prevent them. German Shepherd continues to apartment life if given enough exercise regularly and provide appropriate activities. If left alone too long or too excited, German shepherds are bored and destructive. They love to be with their young family, but no other animals. As a working dog who loves po, a German Shepherd will do very well in obedience training. German shepherds are prone to certain genetic disorders, including dysplasia of the hip and elbow joints, blood disorders, digestive disorders, epilepsy, chronic eczema, keratitis (inflammation of the cornea), dwarfism and Flea allergies.
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By Robert W. Benjamin
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