Learn about a Dog Every Day - The German Shepherd

The German Shepherd, or German Shepherd for short, is a versatile breed that can show its unique charm and value both as a working dog and a family pet. The following is a detailed introduction to the German Shepherd:

Basic Information

• Species: The German Shepherd is a medium to large-sized dog breed, belonging to the genus Canis, family Canidae, mammals.
• Alias: wolf dog, bow back, black back.
• Origin and development: The German Shepherd Dog originated in Germany (there are also claims that it is native to Scotland), and the first dog officially recognized as a German Shepherd Dog was registered in 1899 by Captain Max von Stephanitz. It was bred from many different breeds of dogs (various local farm sheepdogs) and the goal of the breeders was to produce a handsome, responsive and obedient dog. Today, the German Shepherd has a place in almost every field.
• Lifespan: generally 10~12 years.

Appearance Characteristics

• Body type: Strong and sturdy, with a moderate body size. The height of adult German Shepherd is usually between 5565 centimeters, and the weight is within the range of 2240 kilograms.
• Head: The head is wedge-shaped and well defined, with erect and flexible ears and almond-shaped, deep, determined eyes. The head length is about 40% higher than the average breed and the neck is well muscled.
• Coat: The German Shepherd has a variety of coat colors, including black, dark brown and fawn, and most of the coat is dark gray with a shiny coat.
• Limbs: sharp paws, straight back, broad and deep chest.

Character traits

• Loyalty: German Shepherds are full of loyalty to their masters and family members, and are able to sensitively perceive their masters' emotions and rush in front to protect their masters when they are in danger.
• Meek and lovely: although looks majestic, but the German Shepherd dog character meek, approachable, will be pampered to the owner, cute.
• Courageous and alert: German Shepherds are courageous and responsible, and they are alert and alert, so they can detect the slightest movement, so they are also good at guarding the house.
• Intelligent and easy to train: German Shepherds are highly perceptive, strong in execution, ranked third among all dog breeds, and are very intelligent, able to quickly grasp the content of the training and complete the task perfectly. They are easy to train and are often used as working dogs such as sheepdogs, police dogs and search and rescue dogs.
• Calm personality: The German Shepherd Dog has a stable and calm personality, is very patient and has a strong dependence on people.

Feeding management

• Diet: It is necessary to provide balanced, nutritious food and timely supplement of fat, protein, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals. Avoid overfeeding and adjust the diet according to age, weight and activity level. In addition, the German Shepherd has the habit of storing food and can often be seen digging pits with its paws and burying animal bones in them, then covering them with soil.
• Care: Regular cleaning of the teeth is needed to prevent dental calculus and oral diseases; regular combing and cleaning of the hair to control shedding and keep the skin healthy; the frequency of bathing should be moderate, and shampoos and care products suitable for dogs should be used.
• Exercise: German Shepherds are energetic and love games such as running, catching balls or Frisbees, so they need long walks or other forms of exercise every day. It is recommended that you take your dog for a thirty-minute walk or jogging exercise every day. But be careful, do not exercise vigorously immediately after meals, so as not to trigger gastric torsion and other digestive diseases.

Precautions

• Genetic disease: German shepherd has a genetic disease brought about by nature, usually pay more attention to physical enhancement.
• Prohibition: Due to the large size, many places prohibit the breeding of German shepherds.

In summary, the German Shepherd is an excellent dog breed that combines loyalty, bravery, intelligence and gentleness. In the process of raising them, owners need to give them enough love and attention to ensure that they can grow up healthily and happily.