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Did you know that ...? GSD is an abbreviation of German Shepherd Dog, the official name of the breed. The German Shepherd Dog - An Overview The German Shepherd is a herding dog, originally bred from sheep-tending stock in rural Germany. The founder of the breed was Cavalry Captain Max Von Stephanitz, who almost single handedly developed the breed through judicious inbreeding and line breeding, from 1899 to 1936. He bred dogs specifically for working ability and temperament. Click to read more. Characteristics of the German Shepherd Dog The German Shepherd Dog is characterized by its superior intelligence, versatility, stability, energy, and strength to do almost any task. Coupled with its high trainability, curiosity, classical beauty, and undying loyalty, the German Shepherd is one of the most popular and widely accepted breeds of purebred dog in the world. Click to read more. What a German Shepherd IS NOT:
What a German Shepherd IS:
Feeding The adult German Shepherd will eat
approximately 40 pounds of dry dog food per month. Naturally, this will
vary depending on the metabolism of each individual animal and it's activity
level. Click to read
more. Care and Grooming The care and grooming of a German Shepherd includes exercise,
coat and skin care, brushing, bathing, and care of toenails, ears and
teeth. Click to read more. Ailments The German Shepherd Dog is prone to certain ailments, some
of which are particular to the breed. Ailments include Hip and/or Elbow
Dysplasia, Panosteitis, Pannus, and Von Willebrand's Disease. Click to
read more. Choosing the Right Dog from the Right Place Reputable, ethical breeders provide their puppy buyers with
a written contract. Always included is an ongoing commitment to the welfare
of animals of their Additional Reference
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