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German Shepherd Dog
A.K.A. : German Shepherd, Alsatian, Alsatian Wolf Dog, Berger Allemand, Deutscher Schäferhund
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German Shepherd Dog
A.K.A. :German Shepherd, Alsatian, Alsatian Wolf Dog, Berger Allemand, Deutscher Schäferhund
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Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
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Playful
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Good with other pets
Good with children
Good with strangers
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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 |
German Shepherd Dog Puppies for saleSee all puppies for sale
AKC Black German Shepherd Puppies
$1,200
Litter of 5
German Shepherd Dog
Male(s) and Female(s), 12 Weeks Old
USA WACO, TX, USA
Date listed: 05/19/2024
A batch of darling black puppies from Kali and Kaiser! Puppies are vet checked and come with up to date vaccinations. We are located in central Texas, but have trusted...
AKC German Shepherd Puppy
$695
Tennyson
German Shepherd Dog
Male, 7 Weeks Old
USA ELKTON, MD, USA
Date listed: 05/19/2024
Tennyson could not be a sweeter puppy. He is a lovable little boy who is very used to small children and plays well with his puppy friends. Tennyson loves attention and loves to...
AKC German Shepherd Puppy
$895
Tayte
German Shepherd Dog
Male, 7 Weeks Old
USA ELKTON, MD, USA
Date listed: 05/19/2024
Tayte could not be a sweeter puppy. He is a lovable little boy who is very used to small children and plays well with his puppy friends. Tayte loves attention and loves to be...
AKC German Shepherd Puppy
$895
Tabor
German Shepherd Dog
Male, 7 Weeks Old
USA ELKTON, MD, USA
Date listed: 05/19/2024
Tabor could not be a sweeter puppy. He is a lovable little boy who is very used to small children and plays well with his puppy friends. Tabor loves attention and loves to be...
AKC German Shepherd Puppy
$895
Tara
German Shepherd Dog
Female, 7 Weeks Old
USA ELKTON, MD, USA
Date listed: 05/19/2024
Tara could not be a sweeter puppy. She is a lovable little girl who is very used to small children and plays well with her puppy friends. Tara loves attention and loves to be...
AKC German Shepherd Puppy
$895
Tania
German Shepherd Dog
Female, 7 Weeks Old
USA ELKTON, MD, USA
Date listed: 05/19/2024
Tania could not be a sweeter puppy. She is a lovable little girl who is very used to small children and plays well with her puppy friends. Tania loves attention and loves to be...
AKC German Shepherd Puppy
$695
Tamara
German Shepherd Dog
Female, 7 Weeks Old
USA ELKTON, MD, USA
Date listed: 05/19/2024
Tamara could not be a sweeter puppy. She is a lovable little girl who is very used to small children and plays well with her puppy friends. Tamara loves attention and loves to be...
AKC German Shepherd Puppy
$895
Tabetha
German Shepherd Dog
Female, 7 Weeks Old
USA ELKTON, MD, USA
Date listed: 05/19/2024
Tabetha could not be a sweeter puppy. She is a lovable little girl who is very used to small children and plays well with her puppy friends. Tabetha loves attention and loves to...
German Shepherd puppies purebred
$1,300
Litter of 9
German Shepherd Dog
Male(s) and Female(s), 4 Weeks Old
USA VINELAND, NJ, USA
Date listed: 05/18/2024
German Shepherd puppies Born 4/19/24 5 males and 4 females available Ready for their forever home 6/14 They will be dewormed and have 1st shots $1,300
German Shepherd Puppies
$900*
Litter of 6
German Shepherd Dog
Male(s) and Female(s), 7 Weeks Old
USA WINCHESTER, VA, USA
Date listed: 05/18/2024
Our puppies are classic "old fashion" straight back German Shepherds....not the mutated 'slant backs' notorious for genetic health problems. Our dogs are...
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Ace
German Shepherd Dog
Male, Young
USA WHAT CHEER, IA, USA
Date listed: 05/17/2024
Looking for a forever home for Ace, he will be three in January. Ace is full blooded and has AKC papers. He is not fixed. Ace is needing rehomed due to his owner not having enough...
Female Spayed Adult for Adoption
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Demelza
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
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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...
Dougie - - German Shepherd Dog Dog For Adoption
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Dougie -
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
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Walker
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
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Evangeline
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
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Stella
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
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Dottie1
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
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Buddy *Courtesy Post*
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
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Stevie
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 **...
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