German Shepherd Dog
A.K.A. :German Shepherd, Alsatian, Alsatian Wolf Dog, Berger Allemand, Deutscher Schäferhund
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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
Bria DDR female
German Shepherd Dog
Female, Under 1 Week Old
USA HIGH POINT, NC, USA
Date listed: 04/26/2024
100% DDR litter born April 23 2024.. Med-high drive solid black and black female. Located in high point nc. $3000 with a $500 deposit. Pups will come with all AKC paperwork,...
AKC DDR Czech GSD
German Shepherd Dog
Male, 9 Months Old
USA HAYWARD, CA, USA
Date listed: 04/25/2024
My Puppies will be $1,200 -- $3,000. Visit my website to be notified via email the second they are born: .itsylollipups/product-category/german-shepherd-puppies/
Sliver Sable German Shepherd
German Shepherd Dog
Female, 12 Weeks Old
USA BOKCHITO, OK, USA
Date listed: 04/25/2024
AKC GERMAN SHEPHERD SLiver Sable female puppy available. 1st, 2nd & 3rd puppy shot, wormed 2,4,6,8 & 12 weeks, microchip, vet checked and health letter at 8 weeks,...
AKC registered German Shepherd Puppies
German Shepherd Dog
Male(s) and Female(s), 1 Week Old
USA STOCKTON, IL, USA
Date listed: 04/25/2024
My goal is to produce loving family pets with this GSD pair. I have done a lot of research, taken a lot of time and money to ensure we can better this breed, our family is so...
Ice Princess Mr Crisp Morning Air
German Shepherd Dog
Male, 14 Weeks Old
USA PIEDMONT, MO, USA
Date listed: 04/25/2024
Ice Princess's Mr. Crisp Morning Air is a white male puppy born 1-15-24, priced at $1050.00 with a neuter contract. He has the option of PayPal Later for puppy payment on my...
Enchantress Miss Lakeside Morning
German Shepherd Dog
Female, 12 Weeks Old
USA PIEDMONT, MO, USA
Date listed: 04/25/2024
Enchantress's Miss Lakeside Morning is a beautiful tan sable female puppy born 1-31-24, priced at $950.00 with a spay contract. She has the puppy payment option of PayPal Later on...
Enchantress Mr Desert Blooms
German Shepherd Dog
Male, 12 Weeks Old
USA PIEDMONT, MO, USA
Date listed: 04/25/2024
Enchantress's Mr. Desert Blooms is a beautiful black and tan male puppy born 1-31-24, priced at $1150.00 with limited registration. He is available with PayPal Later payment...
Purebred German Shepherd Puppies
German Shepherd Dog
Male, 5 Weeks Old
USA WEEDSPORT, NY, USA
Date listed: 04/25/2024
Beautiful black and tan puppies! Farm-raised very friendly. Will do great as a family pet/watchdog. Ready to pick yours now...
Smokie Jos Miss Strawberry Snowflake
German Shepherd Dog
Female, 5 Months Old
USA PIEDMONT, MO, USA
Date listed: 04/25/2024
Smokie Jo's Miss Strawberry Snowflake is a beautiful blue and tan female puppy born 11-23-23, priced at $850.00 with a spay contract. Her registration is AKC, American Kennel...
GSD Puppies
German Shepherd Dog
Female, 13 Weeks Old
USA INVERNESS, FL, USA
Date listed: 04/25/2024
GSD puppies for sale. 13 weeks old. Health certificates available. 3 males, 1 female.
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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
Mother and Son
German Shepherd Dog
Male, Young
USA HARRISONVILLE, MO, USA
Date listed: 04/06/2024
Hello. I am unfortunately looking for a home for my two purebred GSD. I suffered a hip injury in November and am needing surgery. I am unable to give them the lifestyle...
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 **...
Stevie - German Shepherd Dog (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
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 **...
OPHELIA - German Shepherd Dog (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
German Shepherd Dog
Female, Adult
USA Ojai, CA, USA
Date listed: 04/10/2024
Posted Breed: German Shepherd Dog (medium coat). Hi! My name is Ophelia, and I was born at the Humane Society of Ventura County on Easter of 2021 with 12 other fur siblings. I was...
RONALD - German Shepherd Dog (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
German Shepherd Dog
Male, Adult
USA Chula Vista, CA, USA
Date listed: 04/10/2024
Posted Breed: German Shepherd Dog (medium coat). Ron here! I like to do my own thing, smell the flowers and take my time. Hope your lifestyle is the same! I wouldn't call myself...
Sabal 2075 - German Shepherd Dog (short coat) Dog For Adoption
German Shepherd Dog
Female, Young
USA Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA
Date listed: 04/10/2024
Posted Breed: German Shepherd Dog (short coat). Sable is a sweet loving dog. Walks well on a leash. Neve destructive in the house. Well house trained. She does NOT beg for food...
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