are they a good dog to have? if ur a single female what age is it best to buy a dog? what great traits do they have and like loyalness and protectivness?
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German shepherds are great dogs. If you're a single female and you work full time it may be best to adopt an older (2+ years) dog. Regardless of what age dog you get, obedience training is a must. German shepherds are smart dogs and need a confident, consistent leader...obedience training teaches you how to be a leader and is a great bonding experience.
Puppies take a lot of time and this is a breed that NEEDS a lot of socialization to prevent problems later in life. Many of the shepherds available in the US don't have as great a temperament as people would like (their popularity has led to overbreeding and too many breeders putting two "pretty" dogs together without thinking about temperament which can often result in fearful, timid, or unstable dogs). Even dogs with great temperament need early socialization to prevent agression/overprotectiveness as adults. Being a single female, your situation could change fairly quickly (boyfriend/husband, kids, moving for school or work, etc) and you will want a well socialized dog who can also adjust to the inevitable changes in your lifestyle that lie ahead. If you don't have the time to put a puppy out every 2-3 hours (potty training, for the first few months the puppy usually won't be able to hold it for 8 hours) and introduce the pup to people of all ages, races, and mental/physical abilities (socialization...if a dog isn't introduced to many novel situations/people/places as a puppy they are likely to be afraid of unfamiliar things as an adult) then don't get a puppy. Adult dogs are already housetrained, are past the puppy chewing stage, have established temperaments, and may even come with some prior basic training.
German shepherds are often very willing to please their owners (although I have met a few who could care less...and all dogs are butheads and like to challenge the rules when they reach adolescence, that's why there are so many 1-2 year old dogs in rescue) and are usually fairly easy to train. However, they are smart and will quickly have YOU trained if you aren't careful! Because they were often required to work closely with their handlers they usually aren't big on wandering and like to work closely with their owner/handlers (I guess this is what most people choose to interpret as "loyalty"). They can be protective to a fault...which is one of the many reasons that early socialization is very important for this breed. Sometimes they can be barky...although this is usually more of a problem if they are left to be outside dogs. My two are both inside dogs and although they will bark if someone comes in or knocks on our door they aren't usually big on barking at people on the street. Another common problem is joint diseases like hip dysplasia, which can be crippling if it is severe. Because they are prone to joint problems it is very important to watch their food intake and make sure that they are not allowed to become overweight.
They are very loyal, intelligent, easily trained, sweet, and passionate. They are used as K-9 units for the police, and just about every special use you can get out of a dog, they use German Shepherds for. It's one of the best dogs you can get.
I have a german shepherd and collie mix- He is 10 now and a wonderful dog- very vocal though.
German Shepherds are really great dogs. The are loyal and protective. But, they need some outside time. Plenty of exersize. For their size, they make a great choice.
yes very! i have a german shepard, they r very protective, %26 extremly loyal, if i were u i'd get one now!
German shepards are huge dogs and they shed a lot. They are very loyal and trainable, plus can be aggressive if needed, which is great if you are a single lady. They are great with families too. Very intelligent. If you have the room for one, they are a great breed. They need walking and a yard to play in for sure. They also thrive when they are given "jobs' and "tasks" so spend time with obedience and training and they will be a great and well-adjusted dog. My dog is actually a Shepard mix, so she is smaller (still 65 pounds! but smaller than the typical Shepard, they can get to around 100 pounds) and she also has many traits of the shepard. So my suggestion is to atttend lots of pet adoption events and try and meet some shepard mixes. IF you are set on a pure bred one, visit online a rescue. Just do a search and type in "german shepard rescue" and then the name of your state to find one in your area. Always Adopt!
I suggest getting one that is at least 2 or 3 years old so you do not have to train it to go outside or simple commands.but if you want a puppy make sure you have the time energy and money to properly raise him/her up!
very smart dogs! loyal !loveing and great dog overall
My dog is a German Shephard/Black Lab mix. She has the best personality of any pet I've ever owned. She only barks when she feels that we or she is threatened. She's very personable, loyal, intellegent, obedient, etc. I would have to say that the only problem I have is that in the summer, she sheds her undercoat... that's something that G. Shep. have. I just brush her every day, vacuum the floor everyday, and take her to the groomer every once in awhile (they can suck most of the undercoat out). That makes it managable. I'd say that if you're wanting one, go for it!
Good things about: They are very loyal, easy to train, and love to play. They are very protective. They are very eager to please and will learn just about anything if you have the time to teach them.
Things to think about.They do shed a lot so daily brushing is a must. They are very active dogs so they need daily exercise and stimulation. Good walks, or trips to the dog park are great for this.
They do get to be pretty good sized to make sure you have plenty of room for them.
German Shephards are great dogs. They have many admirable traits. Extremely smart and loyal they will give you a lifetime of joy and companionship. ALWAYS get a dog when they are a pup, always remember you are the pack leader. A pup will want to make you happy and want to see you happy. Dogs get nervous when their humans are not thier normal selves. Always spend as much time with your dog as posible. When your dog does something you approve of let them know with joyous praise ( I call it kissing thier *** but it works). All a dog really wants is to be loved and know everything is O.K. Good Luck!!!
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