German Shepherd Dog
A.K.A. :German Shepherd, Alsatian, Alsatian Wolf Dog, Berger Allemand, Deutscher Schäferhund
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Good with other pets
Good with children
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Overview: | The German Shepherd is unmatched in character and courage. These dogs make great companions because they are loyal and have the heightened senses of an excellent watch dog. At the same time, they can be gentle and playful companions for children. |
Breed Group: | Herding |
Weight (lbs): | 75-95 |
Height (in): | male: 24-26, female: 22-24 |
Colors: | Most colors, other than white, are permissible. |
Coat: | Dense, straight or slightly wavy, harsh, close lying of medium length. |
Character: | German Shepherds are very intelligent, loyal, and obedient. These dogs are known for their bravery and protective nature. |
Temperament: | This breed is very territorial, making them among the least likely of breeds to run away. They are also excellent watch dogs. This breed gets along fine with children and other animals, as long as proper socialization has taken place. |
Care: | The German Shepherd requires grooming with a special comb to remove dead hairs. |
Training: | This breed is a well-known eager pupil. They respond well to your voice, so training can be quick and impressive. |
Activity: | German Shepherds need to keep busy, so they are very well suited to some type of work and a good amount of exercise. |
Country of Origin: | Germany |
Health Issue: | This breed is prone to hereditary disease, such as hip and elbow dysplasia, blood disorders, digestive problems, epilepsy, chronic eczema, and keratitis. |
Life Expectancy: | about 13 |
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German shepherd puppy
German Shepherd Dog
Female, 8 Weeks Old
USA BELLINGHAM, WA, USA
Date listed: 05/02/2024
8 weeks Pure bred -panda shepherds are extremely rare and only occurred in a single bloodline of German shepherds -will be fully vaccinated and dewormed by 8 weeks
Full Blooded German Shepherd Puppy
German Shepherd Dog
Male, 8 Weeks Old
USA HALF WAY, MO, USA
Date listed: 05/02/2024
One black/tan full blooded German Shepherd puppy
Top Quality Sable Long Coated male
German Shepherd Dog
Male, 11 Weeks Old
USA NEWVILLE, PA, USA
Date listed: 05/01/2024
Top Quality male puppy, Handsome dark sable long/plush coated from import Czech/W.German/DDR working x German show lines. Super temperament and drive, suitable for Search...
Full blooded German shepherds
German Shepherd Dog
Male(s) and Female(s), 7 Weeks Old
USA BRONSON, MI, USA
Date listed: 05/01/2024
Beautiful German shepherd puppies for sale $800.00 Both parents on site 1st litter for parents. Ready to be in their furrever home May 22nd. Had their 1st shots 4/26 and next...
Silver and Black German Shepherd Puppies
German Shepherd Dog
Male(s) and Female(s), 7 Weeks Old
USA OAKLAND, CA, USA
Date listed: 05/01/2024
Purebred Silver and Black German Shepherds! These puppies have been lovingly raised in a family home and are ready for their next adventure! Parents and puppies both have...
Sable German Shepherd Male Pick of the Litter
German Shepherd Dog
Male, 2 Weeks Old
USA FORT PLAIN, NY, USA
Date listed: 04/30/2024
The title says it all. Text or email for more info!
One Female now Available
German Shepherd Dog
Female, 6 Months Old
USA ANDERSON, SC, USA
Date listed: 04/30/2024
This beauty is the sister /littermate to our keeper puppy “Aurora”. She is out of our A Litter:”Amera”....
AKC German Shepherd
German Shepherd Dog
Male, 14 Weeks Old
USA HONEY BROOK, PA, USA
Date listed: 04/30/2024
This adorable AKC German Shepherd puppy is looking for a FURever family! Will come to you with a 1 year genetic health guarantee, a vet issued health certificate and will be up to...
AKC German Shepherd
German Shepherd Dog
Female, 14 Weeks Old
USA HONEY BROOK, PA, USA
Date listed: 04/30/2024
This adorable AKC German Shepherd puppy is looking for a FURever family! Will come to you with a 1 year genetic health guarantee, a vet issued health certificate and will be up to...
ACA German Shepherd
German Shepherd Dog
Female, 5 Months Old
USA HONEY BROOK, PA, USA
Date listed: 04/30/2024
This sweet ACA German Shepherd puppy is looking for a FURever family! Will come to you with a 1 year genetic health guarantee, a vet issued health certificate and will be up to...
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Giovanni the Gentleman
German Shepherd Dog
Male, Adult
USA SAN FRANCISCO, CA, USA
Date listed: 04/17/2024
Giovanni is a very sweet and well-behaved fostered, 3-year German Shepherd mix who is looking for his forever home. He is a very kind, affectionate, and playful dog with a great...
2 females free
German Shepherd Dog
Female, Young
USA DOUGLAS, GA, USA
Date listed: 04/10/2024
Full blooded non registered
Mother and Son
German Shepherd Dog
Male, Young
USA HARRISONVILLE, MO, USA
Date listed: 04/06/2024
Hello. I am unfortunately looking for a home for my two purebred GSD. I suffered a hip injury in November and am needing surgery. I am unable to give them the lifestyle...
Walker - German Shepherd Dog Dog For Adoption
German Shepherd Dog
Male, Adult
USA Chico, CA, USA
Date listed: 05/01/2024
Posted Breed: German Shepherd Dog. My name is Walker and I'm 4 years old. If you are looking for a dog that loves to exercise, go on hikes, watch you do homework,...
Evangeline - German Shepherd Dog (short coat) Dog For Adoption
German Shepherd Dog
Female, Adult
USA The Woodlands, TX, USA
Date listed: 05/01/2024
Posted Breed: German Shepherd Dog (short coat). Adoption Fee: 185.00. Evangeline/Susie has never been around young children, but I believe she would be very good with children,...
Stella - German Shepherd Dog (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
German Shepherd Dog
Female, Adult
USA Rolesville, NC, USA
Date listed: 04/17/2024
Posted Breed: German Shepherd Dog (medium coat). Meet Stella! Stella is a sweet five year old, 55lb girl who loves to be with her people. She is down for going on adventures, so...
Dottie1 - German Shepherd Dog (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
German Shepherd Dog
Female, Senior
USA Newport Beach, CA, USA
Date listed: 04/17/2024
Posted Breed: German Shepherd Dog (medium coat). Click Here to Sponsor Me! (just write my name in the notes) Adoption APPLICATION: Muttsinneed/adoption-application **...
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German Shepherd Dog
Male, Young
USA Newport Beach, CA, USA
Date listed: 04/17/2024
Posted Breed: German Shepherd Dog (medium coat). Click Here to Sponsor Me! (just write my name in the notes) Adoption APPLICATION: Muttsinneed/adoption-application **...
Stevie - German Shepherd Dog (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
German Shepherd Dog
Male, Adult
USA Newport Beach, CA, USA
Date listed: 04/17/2024
Posted Breed: German Shepherd Dog (medium coat). Click Here to Sponsor Me! (just write my name in the notes) Adoption APPLICATION: Muttsinneed/adoption-application **...
OPHELIA - German Shepherd Dog (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
German Shepherd Dog
Female, Adult
USA Ojai, CA, USA
Date listed: 04/10/2024
Posted Breed: German Shepherd Dog (medium coat). Hi! My name is Ophelia, and I was born at the Humane Society of Ventura County on Easter of 2021 with 12 other fur siblings. I was...
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