German Shepherd Dog
A.K.A. :German Shepherd, Alsatian, Alsatian Wolf Dog, Berger Allemand, Deutscher Schäferhund
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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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AKC German Shepherd Puppy
German Shepherd Dog
Male, 8 Weeks Old
USA GREENFIELD, IN, USA
Date listed: 05/09/2024
Add one of our adorable and cuddly AKC German Shepherd puppies to your happy home today! They are up to date on all vaccinations, dewormed, and are socialized well with other pets...
AKC German Shepherd Puppy
German Shepherd Dog
Male, 8 Weeks Old
USA GREENFIELD, IN, USA
Date listed: 05/09/2024
Add one of our adorable and cuddly AKC German Shepherd puppies to your happy home today! They are up to date on all vaccinations, dewormed, and are socialized well with other pets...
Sable female
German Shepherd Dog
Female, 6 Weeks Old
USA ROCKFIELD, KY, USA
Date listed: 05/09/2024
Akc registered sable female born March 26th vet checked up to date on shots and deworming
Male German shepherd
German Shepherd Dog
Male, 6 Weeks Old
USA ROCKFIELD, KY, USA
Date listed: 05/09/2024
Bi color male. Born March 26th. Vet checked and up to date on shots and deworming. Akc registered
Purebred German Shepherd Pups
German Shepherd Dog
Male, 6 Weeks Old
USA COXS CREEK, KY, USA
Date listed: 05/08/2024
We have a litter of purebred German Shepherd puppies the price $475. They come with full AKC papers, first shots and deworming. This litter has excellent pedigree. Visit our...
Sable Female German Shepherd Puppy
German Shepherd Dog
Female, 9 Weeks Old
USA CLERMONT, FL, USA
Date listed: 05/08/2024
Born March 9th, she is currently 8 weeks old. Della is a very loving and playful girl. She is AKC registered, health certified and vaccinated.
Dark Sable Male German Shepherd Puppy
German Shepherd Dog
Male, 9 Weeks Old
USA CLERMONT, FL, USA
Date listed: 05/08/2024
Born March 9th, and is currently 8 weeks old. Mambo is intelligent and playful. He has a wonderful personality. He is a long-haired dark sable.
Sable Male German Shepherd Puppy
German Shepherd Dog
Male, 9 Weeks Old
USA CLERMONT, FL, USA
Date listed: 05/08/2024
Born March 9th, is currently 8 weeks old and is ready to take home. He is AKC registered, health certified, and vaccinated. Mild temperament and highly intelligent.
German Shepherd Puppies
German Shepherd Dog
Male(s) and Female(s), 9 Weeks Old
USA CLARKSVILLE, IN, USA
Date listed: 05/08/2024
6 GSD puppies. 2 all black males and 4 female sable available in Louisville area. Puppies are from purebred 6 generation AKC registered Dam and Sire. Both Dam and Sire are of...
Sable German Shepherd Female
German Shepherd Dog
Female, 4 Weeks Old
USA FORT PLAIN, NY, USA
Date listed: 05/07/2024
Pick of the Litter Girl.
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Female Spayed Adult for Adoption
German Shepherd Dog
Female, Adult
USA UPPERVILLE, VA, USA
Date listed: 05/09/2024
Demelza is an incredibly sweet 5 year old female who is healthy, kind with people and dogs. She is an even tempered female who has lived in a home. She would be a great family...
Sweet Hannah
German Shepherd Dog
Female, Adult
USA SAN FRANCISCO, CA, USA
Date listed: 05/06/2024
Hannah is a very well-behaved and affectionate fostered German Shepherd in need of a forever home. She is about 3 years old and weighs 45 pounds. She loves being the center of...
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
Dougie - - German Shepherd Dog Dog For Adoption
German Shepherd Dog
Male, Young
USA Apple Valley, CA, USA
Date listed: 05/08/2024
Posted Breed: German Shepherd Dog. Dougie was born June 2021, is 60 lbs and a very nice guy. Good on a leash. He does very well with other dogs and all people.....plays in a large...
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 **...
Buddy *Courtesy Post* - German Shepherd Dog (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
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 **...
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