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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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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 Dog Litter of Puppies for Sale near OLNEY, IL, USA. ADN-768760. Straight Back German Shepherd Puppies

Straight Back German Shepherd Puppies

$1,000*

German Shepherd Dog Litter for sale in OLNEY, IL, USA

DNA tested 100% purebred German Shepherd puppies. Born 1/18/24. Vet checked and up to date on shots and de-wormed. Litter of 11 pups black and tan, some blue and tan, and two...

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German Shepherd Dog Puppy for Sale near COTTAGEVILLE, SC, USA. ADN-768755. Black AKC German Shepherd Puppies

Black AKC German Shepherd Puppies

$700*

German Shepherd Dog Puppy for sale in COTTAGEVILLE, SC, USA

These sweet German Shepherd puppies are ready to go to their new homes. 4 males, 2 females. Pups have had their initial vaccinations and check ups by a certified Veterinarian. Mom...

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German Shepherd Dog Puppy for Sale near GOLDENDALE, WA, USA. ADN-768665. Beautiful purebred German shepherd puppies

Beautiful purebred German shepherd puppies

$600

German Shepherd Dog Puppy for sale in GOLDENDALE, WA, USA

Purebred German Shepherd puppies. Born March 11 ready April 6. Eight girls one boy! Amazing parents! Very trainable and eager to please. Farm-Livestock/family protection dogs....

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German Shepherd Dog Puppy for Sale near ALACHUA, FL, USA. ADN-768512. German Shepherd White Puppies

German Shepherd White Puppies

$850

German Shepherd Dog Puppy for sale in ALACHUA, FL, USA

Litter of 5. There are 3 females and 1 male left to choose from. DOB 2/10/24. Will be ready at 8 weeks. Will come with 1st shots and health certificate. Taking deposits of $200 to...

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German Shepherd Dog Litter of Puppies for Sale near SPTBG, SC, USA. ADN-768438. KH Litter of 7

KH Litter of 7

$1,600*

German Shepherd Dog Litter for sale in SPTBG, SC, USA

Born 3/15/24. Location: Spartanburg, SC Available: 5/10/24 Will be up to date on vaccinations by available date. 3 girls, 4 boys

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German Shepherd Dog Litter of Puppies for Sale near BOKOSHE, OK, USA. ADN-768432. AKC GERMAN SHEPHERD WORKING BREED BLACK BLK TAN

AKC GERMAN SHEPHERD WORKING BREED BLACK BLK TAN

$1,000

German Shepherd Dog Litter for sale in BOKOSHE, OK, USA

We have owned 4 large black AKC Pedigreed German Shepherds. and know great genes when we see them. Our Dame is a very faithful, loving, obedient, protective and was very easily...

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German Shepherd Dog Litter of Puppies for Sale near TEMPLE, TX, USA. ADN-768402. German Shepherd Puppies

German Shepherd Puppies

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German Shepherd Dog Litter for sale in TEMPLE, TX, USA

Taking Deposits now-8 puppies, 2 female and 6 males available April 3. Mom is pure Black German shepherd and dad is a Sable German Shepherd! 1st shots, dewormed, on dry food and...

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German Shepherd Dog Puppy for Sale near FOREST HILLS, NY, USA. ADN-768391. Pure breed German Shepherd Puppies

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$2,500

German Shepherd Dog Puppy for sale in FOREST HILLS, NY, USA

I am selling a litter of 8 pure breed show line german shepherd puppies. I have the akc certified. They are DM cleared. All xray done to show they have good hips and elbows. Wont...

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German Shepherd Dog Litter of Puppies for Sale near BUNCOMBE, IL, USA. ADN-768376. AKC German Shepherd Male Puppy Looking for a Home

AKC German Shepherd Male Puppy Looking for a Home

$800

German Shepherd Dog Litter for sale in BUNCOMBE, IL, USA

We have 7 beautiful large AKC German Shepherd Puppies. There are 5 males and 2 Females. It looks like 4 out of the 5 males will have longer hair like their dad. Their dad is a...

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German Shepherd Dog Puppy for Sale near BUNCOMBE, IL, USA. ADN-768362. AKC German Shepherd Male Puppy Looking for a Home

AKC German Shepherd Male Puppy Looking for a Home

$800

German Shepherd Dog Puppy for sale in BUNCOMBE, IL, USA

German Shepherd Male. He looks like he is going to be a long hair male like his daddy. His dad weighs 120 lbs and his mom weighs 95 lbs, so he will be a pretty large boy. He is...

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German Shepherd Dog Dog for Adoption near FORT LUPTON, CO, USA. ADN-764021. Free to good home

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7 month old male German shepherd puppies. Would love for them to go to a home together as they are inseparable!! We thought we would keep them from our last litter but we are...

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German Shepherd Dog Dog for Adoption near STAFFORD SPRINGS, CT, USA. ADN-763713. German Shepherd

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3 year old purebred white German shepherd

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German Shepherd Dog Dog for Adoption near Camarillo, CA, USA. ADN-1177322. *OPHELIA - German Shepherd Dog (medium coat) Dog For Adoption

*OPHELIA - German Shepherd Dog (medium coat) Dog For Adoption

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Posted Breed: German Shepherd Dog (medium coat). Ophelia is a strong, energetic girl who would love nothing more than an active family to love her. She's intelligent, eager to...

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German Shepherd Dog Dog for Adoption near Chandler, AZ, USA. ADN-1091635. MISSY #5 - German Shepherd Dog / Shepherd (medium coat) Dog For Adoption

MISSY #5 - German Shepherd Dog / Shepherd (medium coat) Dog For Adoption

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German Shepherd Dog Dogs for adoption in Chandler, AZ, USA

Posted Breed: German Shepherd Dog / Shepherd (medium coat). Name: Missy Sex: Female Age: 2 years old Breed: German Shepherd Weight: 70lbs Compatibility with other dogs: Good with...

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German Shepherd Dog Dog for Adoption near Tampa, FL, USA. ADN-1118507. Bhalu - German Shepherd Dog (long coat) Dog For Adoption

Bhalu - German Shepherd Dog (long coat) Dog For Adoption

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German Shepherd Dog Dogs for adoption in Tampa, FL, USA

Posted Breed: German Shepherd Dog (long coat). Please only send inquires to the email in this bio all others will not be answered. Please read the bio before sending questions -...

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German Shepherd Dog Dog for Adoption near Fremont, CA, USA. ADN-1097741. Ranger - German Shepherd Dog Dog For Adoption

Ranger - German Shepherd Dog Dog For Adoption

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Posted Breed: German Shepherd Dog. Ranger was rescued from a distant shelter when his time was running out. He is very friendly dog social smart active and has high drive...

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German Shepherd Dog Dog for Adoption near LOGANVILLE, GA, USA. ADN-1243257. Madison - German Shepherd Dog Dog For Adoption

Madison - German Shepherd Dog Dog For Adoption

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German Shepherd Dog Dogs for adoption in LOGANVILLE, GA, USA

Posted Breed: German Shepherd Dog. Meet Madison!! Look at her smile! Madison's ideal home is one where she is the one and only OR a home with another calm male dog would be a good...

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German Shepherd Dog Dog for Adoption near Santa Rosa, CA, USA. ADN-1176889. *FILLY - German Shepherd Dog (medium coat) Dog For Adoption

*FILLY - German Shepherd Dog (medium coat) Dog For Adoption

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Posted Breed: German Shepherd Dog (medium coat). Filly is an adorable 1 year old, German Shepherd mix. She came to our shelter as a stray in August of 2022. She is a super sweet...

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German Shepherd Dog Dog for Adoption near Camarillo, CA, USA. ADN-1096205. ZARDU - German Shepherd Dog (medium coat) Dog For Adoption

ZARDU - German Shepherd Dog (medium coat) Dog For Adoption

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Posted Breed: German Shepherd Dog (medium coat). Zardu already knows several commands, but he's willing to learn more for treats! He does well in playgroup with big dogs, but can...

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German Shepherd Dog Dog for Adoption near Apple Valley, CA, USA. ADN-1234182. JR - German Shepherd Dog Dog For Adoption

JR - German Shepherd Dog Dog For Adoption

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German Shepherd Dog Dogs for adoption in Apple Valley, CA, USA

Posted Breed: German Shepherd Dog. JR is a German shepherd, 5 years old and 80 lbs. Good with kids. He was an outside dog. Came from a home with Jack Jack. *Note that young...

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Fair Pugs Breed and Rescue

Pug Dog Breeder near SOMERTON, AZ, USA

I breed traditional pugs and am looking forward to breeding my long-coat black purebred female. I also rescue pugs and crosses when I am able to. I live in the Sonoran desert...

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USA SOMERTON, AZ, USA

Tags: Pugs long coat Black Fawn

Member since: 12/03/2021

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German Shepherd Dog Dog Breeder near GROVERTOWN, IN, USA

Specialing in Germans with huge bone structure with calm thinking demeanors. I have raised Germans for 2o years, trained for 30 years. Lifetime free training class for all of our...

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German Shepherd Dog Dog Breeder near MURRIETA, CA, USA

DIAMOND OAKS RANCH 19880 Tenaja Rd. Murrieta CA 92562 AKC - Exceptional Champion Working lines - Absolutely an excellent choice for your family!!! Over-Sized &Traditional...

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Tags: OVERSIZE EXTRA LARGE PROTECTION

Member since: 05/27/2021

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We love our Great Shepherd breed. You get the best of both worlds! The athleticism and protectiveness of the German Shepherd, and the docile, easy going attitude of the Great...

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We will have 1-2 litters a year. We have import German shepherds and import Rottweilers. Our upcoming litter is an (Rottweiler puppies ) import female. This litter is expected...

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German Shepherd Dog Dog Breeder near BROOKSHIRE, TX, USA

Beautiful puppies ready for their forever homes.

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German Shepherd Dog Dog Breeder near TACOMA, WA, USA

The puppies in this litter are from AKC Champion Bloodline GSD and will come with their own papers to be Registered with AKC. These puppies will come with their own AKC Puppy...

Breeds: German Shepherd Dog

USA TACOMA, WA, USA

Tags: German Shepherd GSD German sheperd

Member since: 09/27/2022

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