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The Purebred German Shepherd Dog

The GSD is the perfect blend of strength and speed. Their high trainability and the ability to protect make them beloved pets for families.

When you are shopping for purebred german shepherd dogs Look for breeders who practice ethical breeding and prioritize the health of their dogs. Requesting pedigree papers and prior Schäferhunde suchen ein zuhause health clearances can help find reputable breeders.

Characteristics

German Shepherds are incredibly strong intelligent dogs that are trainable. They are extremely loyal to their family members and are fearless guardians of them. The breed standard says that the GSD must be steady of temperament, confident, and courageous. It should also be obedient and willing to obey.

The breed is strong, medium-sized and slightly elongated. It has a double coat consisting of a hard outer layer, and a soft undercoat. The eyes are dark, almond-shaped, and set obliquely. Its ears are wide and pointed at the base. The tail is long and reaches to the hocks below when the dog is at rest. The neck of the breed is long and sloping slightly. The chest is large and deep. The spine is strong and the ribs are well-sprung.

In general the breed is sound however, serious issues include roached backs and long pasterns that interfere with correct movement. Its hindquarters should be powerful but not overly exaggerated. The rear leg should not go forward of the point where the forefoot leaves a footprint.

As working dogs As working dogs, the GSD has high-drives that are naturally present (behavioral tendencies and desires towards things like territorial protectiveness and hunting prey). If these drives aren't fulfilled in some way through play or work this can result in aggressive behavior. Show-type German Shepherds are developed to reduce these impulses. However, they still require a lot of positive reinforcement, physical exercise, and mental stimulation to keep a balanced life.

GSDs tend to be cautious and suspicious of strangers initially. This trait of protection makes GSDs great guard dogs, but requires proper training to avoid overreactions. If properly socialized from a young age they can be wonderful pets for families. They're also great with children.

The GSD has a high pain threshold and is resistant to illness, but it is also susceptible to certain health issues that could impact its quality of life. These include seizures and epilepsy as well as bleeding disorders and immune-mediated diseases. Taking precautions such as limiting the dog's exposure UV rays, and ensuring regular vaccinations are given to the dog will lower the chance of developing these conditions.

Temperament

German Shepherds are intelligent and eager to learn and extremely trainable. They are a working dog breed that excels at a variety of tasks, including police work, herding and search and rescue. They also excel in the detection of drugs and bombs, as well as helping blind people. They are also excellent family pets. This powerful and confident breed requires a clear purpose as well as the attention and focus of a shrewd owner to harness their energy and strength in a positive manner. They require plenty of exercise and room, and may not be suitable in apartments or smaller living spaces.

The ideal German Shepherd is well-balanced and confident, with a strong and stable temperament. They are loyal and alert and they are suspicious of strangers. If they are not socialized properly and trained, this protective and watchful behavior can turn into aggressive. These dogs are very intelligent and can be very self-sufficient and easily bored, which is why they require an outlet to satisfy their curiosity.

Founder Max von Stephanitz used herding and farm dogs, longhaired and shorthaired German Shepherds in his breeding program to develop the obedient and responsive breed that we have today. He disagreed with people who believed that German Shepherds should be a showpiece and he made sure his dogs were stable in their temperaments, strong herding instincts, and a sound body structure. He refused to breed dogs with unstable temperaments, or with sharp angles on their croups or front and rear pasterns. He believed that these traits would impede the ability of the breed to carry out its traditional tasks.

German Shepherds are also prone to cancers. Hemangiosarcoma is a frequent cancer that affects the liver and spleen organs, which have a higher blood supply. They also can develop bone, lung, or intestinal cancers.

To avoid these issues to avoid them, you must maintain your German Shepherd's physical well-being by feeding him an appropriate diet and exercise. Make sure that he has plenty of opportunities to run and play outdoors, deutscher schäferhund kaufen österreich in a safe area away from traffic and other dangers. Regularly brush his double coat with the deshedding tool or an undercoat rake. You should also make sure that you take him to the veterinarian on a regular basis for routine health checks.

Health

German Shepherds are typically very healthy dogs, however they do have some health issues. They are susceptible to ear infections, and may develop conditions that affect their eyes and ears like degenerative amyelopathy. They may also be affected by an inherited disease called hereditary von Willebrand's disorder that affects their capacity to clot blood and is present in both female and male dogs.

GSDs are a working breed and as such, they go through intense training. As a result, they are prone to developing joint issues. Hip dysplasia is a common condition that can cause pain, lameness and other symptoms. It is not a major condition, but it can be painful for the dog.

Breeders with a good reputation are able to X-ray their dogs and use the results to inform breeding decisions. The x-rays can help determine the health of the puppy as well as its genetic history, which includes the possibility that it could develop dysplasia. Dogs at high likelihood of developing the disorder aren't breed.

Like most large breeds, German Shepherds may suffer from panosteitis. This causes bones to expand rapidly and unevenly, which causes stiffness and pain in the joints. The condition is especially prevalent in German Shepherd puppies and dogs less than 18 months old who are experiencing an enormous growth spurt.

The dogs require a diet that is high in protein, and a generous blend of omega fatty acids as well as balanced vitamins to help maintain the health of their coat and skin. Dogs with arthritis will benefit from a diet that contains joint support, like the glucosamine or chondroitin. Dogs who are less than 18 months old age should be exercising moderately including multiple walks and, if compatible with other dogs, playing together, but should not run at full speed as this can damage growing joints.

Avoid feeding table food or animal bone because they can cause digestive upsets, vomiting, anorexia and pancreatitis. Puppies and adults can benefit from probiotic supplements to aid digestion and digestive enzyme supplements to help break down proteins. Mineral and vitamin supplements are not required in the sense that a well-formulated and approved AAFCO diet should contain the right amount of these nutrients.

Training

German Shepherds are intelligent high-trained dogs who thrive when they're under the direction by a knowledgeable handler. They are therefore a great choice for Einen deutschen Schäferhund kaufen military, police search and rescue and therapy dog roles. Their unwavering loyalty makes them an excellent pet, if they are well-socialized and properly trained.

Socialization is the first step towards raising a well-adjusted GSD. From a young age expose your puppy different people and animals. Take your dog for walks frequently and play games. Visit local dog parks. This will make them feel confident and comfortable in a new setting and help them develop trust in humans from an early age.

It takes patience, consistency and positive reinforcement to train a German shepherd. Avoid methods of negative reinforcement like yelling or physical punishment, which can cause fear-based aggression. Use clicker training or rewards-based training to teach your German Shepherd the basic commands.

Daily enrichment is important for your German Shepherd. Exercises for mental stimulation can be as important as physical exercise for belgischer schäferhund welpen kaufen österreich BeschüTzerinstinkt (on the main page) the GSD, especially in a hectic or busy household. This can help them to keep their attention and focus so they are less likely to become distracted by noises from the street storms or other dogs in the park or crowds at sporting events and other public events.

German Shepherds are at risk of a number of health conditions, including Hemangiosarcoma (cancer of the bones, lungs and the intestinal tract) and pannus (superficial Keratitis) and altdeutscher schäferhund kaufen cancer. All of these diseases are preventable through responsible breeding and lifestyle choices.

Despite their reputation for being a savage breed German Shepherds are loving family pets. They are generally loved by children and are gentle with smaller pets, such as cats, if exposed to them at an early age. Their size and strength make them formidable guardians, and they should always be observed around children who are younger. If they aren't being exposed to enough training and socialization, they may show signs of aggression. Enrolling your German Shepherd into a puppy school or obedience class will ensure that he gets the training and socialization that he needs to flourish.