German Shepherd
The German shepherd dog is a breed in itself. German shepherds are known for their intelligence, loyalty, and beauty with their shiny coat, erect ears and bright eyes catching attention wherever they are. The German shepherd is a working dog easily trained and wants only to please his master. German shepherd dogs are used for seeing eye dogs, police work, search and rescue, the military and therapy dogs.
The coat of the German shepherd is a fur that can be either short or long coat. German shepherd puppies usually look shorthaired when they’re born. As they get older, the German shepherd puppy will change in appearance. If you are getting German shepherd puppies for sale, it is wise to remember that black German shepherd puppies may not be black when they reach adulthood. The same is true for sable German shepherd puppies, which could very easily be darker or lighter as adult dogs.
There are a few different lines of German shepherds with the main two being the American line German shepherd and the German line of German shepherd. It’s been claimed that German shepherd breeders breed the American line for appearance whereas the German line are breed for working and temperament.
The German shepherd comes in a variety of colors:
· Sable ( this is a salt and pepper appearance)
· Black and tan
· Black and red
· Black and silver
· Black
· White
The all black German shepherds and white German shepherds are rare and slightly harder to find. The white German shepherd is considered a “flaw” in show lines, although many people love their appearance.
Despite their working ability, German shepherds make wonderful pets. They are loyal, loving, and very easy to train obedience. They are known as being a “one man dog” because of their loyalty and often suffer from separation anxiety when away from their family.
German shepherds have a life span of 10 to 12 years, but are prone to elbow and hip Dysplasia as well as ear and eye problems. If you are looking for German shepherds for sale or find a German shepherd puppy for sale, check for these health concerns. Many responsible owners will have their dogs X-rayed to alert them of any elbow or hip problems.
There are many German shepherd rescue organizations all over the country. They will try to match the dog with a good home. Their specifications are somewhat strict and prospective “parents’ will have to pass certain tests. This is to assure that the dog is not only going to a good home, but that, hopefully, it will be his last home.
