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German Shepherd Dog

The German Shepherd Dog At a Glance

Recognized By

AKC

Country of Origin

Germany

Life Expectancy

12 - 13 yrs

Height Range

22 - 26 in

Weight Range

75 - 95 lbs

Colors

Black, gray, varying shades of tan, any combination of the above, and solid white

Trainability

Can be very good with a patient, consistent trainer... he can try to outsmart you!

With Children

Loving and protective of family children, possibly suspicious of others

With Animals

Pretty good if he is raised with them or trained to accept them

Climate

Tolerates cold well

Indoor/Outdoor

Can be fully outside. If inside, needs plenty of outdoor time

Exercise Reqd

High. Needs fenced yard for running

Grooming Reqd

Average; daily brushing

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The German Shepherd Dog is a very respected, admired, and utilized working dog throughout the world. They are easy to recognize and one of the most popular of all breeds. German Shepherds are acclaimed for their versatility, well known for intelligence, and beloved for their devotion and loyalty to master and family. The German Shepherd Dog has been a recognized breed for only about 100 years. The breed began its heritage from a small group of breeders breeding sheep herding and working farm

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