
German Shepherd Dog
A.K.A. :German Shepherd, Alsatian, Alsatian Wolf Dog, Berger Allemand, Deutscher Schäferhund
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Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Training requirements
Playful
Affectionate
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
German Shepherd Puppy
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Beautiful, well tempered, male. 9 weeks old. Black, tan and white. This puppy is absolutely amazing, so calm and loving. His brothers have already been sold and this calm, sweet...
German Shepherd Puppies
$1,300

We have 3 female AKC registered German Shepherd working puppies looking for their forever homes. Our puppies are raised on our family ranch where they have plenty of land to roam...
German Shepard puppy
$200*

Full blooded Female German Shepard about 13 weeks old. Super sweet and loving. Great around other dogs and kids.
German Shepherd pups
$600

3 Females available. All full blooded. Mom is black and tan. Dad is all white. Ready to go to their forever homes! All three are spunky and sweet!
German shepherd
$295

Dad hip and elbow certified with european blood line, loyal, obedient, and easy to train, call today to meet in person, delivery is an option, additional fee
German shepherd
$295

Dad hip and elbow certified with european blood line, loyal, obedient, and easy to train, call today to meet in person, delivery is an option, additional fee
German shepherd
$295

Dad hip and elbow certified with european blood line, loyal, obedient, and easy to train, call today to meet in person, delivery is an option, additional fee
German shepherd
$295

Dad hip and elbow certified with european blood line, loyal, obedient, and easy to train, call today to meet in person, delivery is an option, additional fee
German shepherd
$295

Dad hip and elbow certified with european blood line, loyal, obedient, and easy to train, call today to meet in person, delivery is an option, additional fee
German shepherd
$295

Dad hip and elbow certified with european blood line, loyal, obedient, and easy to train, call today to meet in person, delivery is an option, additional fee
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Rehoming German Shepherd
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I am in search of a new home for my female German shepherd dog. I, unfortunately can no longer care for her. She is a year old, she has all her shots and has been spayed.
Puppy
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Full blooded, up to date on shots
Mama
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Full blooded, up to date on shots
Black German Shepherd puppy
For Adoption

Black, female, 3-month-old German Shepherd puppy is ready for a new home. She's active and smart. Rehoming fee applies.
Giovanni the Gentleman
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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...
Free puppies 8 weeks old
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Vaccinated Female black german shepherd puppies.
AKC German Shepherd
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Free AKC German Shepherd female, not good with farm animals and had a bad litter experience is the reason for getting rid of. Would make a great dog for someone with no farm...
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