Comments on: Breed of the Month: German Shepherd Dog

By: laurie

laurie — Fri, 30 Dec 2011 17:25:00 +0000

i have a german shepherd and i was wondering the best way to combat a very scared dog who is afraid of her own shadow and anything that moves i just got her three weeks ago and i am at my wits end with the constant fear she has of everything

By: Priscilla Dorgan

Priscilla Dorgan — Fri, 30 Dec 2011 01:06:10 +0000

We have a long haired german sheppard, she is 16 months old and the sweetest, smartest dog we have ever had. I would get another in a heartbeat. we just love her.

By: Melissa

Melissa — Fri, 30 Dec 2011 00:39:53 +0000

This if for Opinion01211. An ethical breeder trying to keep within the standard does not typically have 100+ Lb GSD. Ours are 3 Females between 59-63 lbs and 2 Males between 78 and 89lbs. They are Czech, WG working lines, Belgian lines and old DDR lines. I’m asked constantly why my female “puppy” is so small and are astounded when I tell them she is 7 yrs old. In real work, weight is thought of like this: How are you going to carry this dog if it gets hurt or how am I going to hoist it over a fence etc… They should be kept lean to help avoid hip problems.

By: Mari-Jonn Ruskowsky

Mari-Jonn Ruskowsky — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 19:53:15 +0000

Our Josie is a 4 yr old(?) rescue, smart as a whip, AKC Good Citizen and training to sit for the therapy dog test. Amazing and an added blessing to our lives

By: Opinion01211

Opinion01211 — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 07:14:54 +0000

I have to laugh when I read these. I have had GSD for almost 40 years and only one was ELSE than 100 lbs. They are fantastic pets, but, in my experience, are quite a bit bigger than advertised! They are GREAT companions and family pets! My absolute favorite breed.

By: danamy

danamy — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 05:58:01 +0000

they are the best dogs…great with grandkids and excellent protection for the home…wish all breeders were ethical and not breed their dog if they have bad hips…their mind is so sharp and it’s so sad when having to put down because of their hips. Bless the ethical breeders!