A couple of weekends ago, I watched a neighborhood dog patiently sit at a busy crosswalk. No tugging, no fussing, just a quiet glance up at their person, waiting for the signal. The moment the light changed, they trotted across, then plopped down on the grass for a belly rub from a passing kid. Later,…
I wasn’t even looking for a dog when I first came across a german shepherd and pitbull mix at a local rescue event. I was actually there to drop off some old blankets and dog food. But then I spotted this one dog, head held high, eyes scanning everything, tail wagging just enough to show…
The first time I met a german shepherd and rottweiler mix, I was a little intimidated. This big, confident dog walked into the training center where I take my own dog, and you could feel the presence instantly. Strong build, alert eyes, that “don’t mess with me but I’ll be loyal to my people” kind…
German Shepherd Puppies grow rapidly every other week to finally fit their ideal size. To monitor their growth rate and make it easier for you to determine the healthy growth of your dogs, here we have a German Shepard Puppy height and weight chart by age and gender, respectively. These growth charts will help you keep track…
The traditional black and brown color scheme first comes to mind when most people see a German Shepherd. And yet, you probably weren’t aware that there’s a spectrum of possible German Shepherd coat colors just like German shepherd eye colors. So, to blow your mind, we present the German Shepherd Color Chart. There are several…
From the barking and body language to ear twitches, your German Shepherd has a wide range of means to convey his thoughts and feelings to you. You may already know that its ears are a window to its soul, but have you ever considered the possible meanings of the various ear placements on a German…
You should put your best paw forward and start your newly acquired German Shepherd puppy out on an active lifestyle straight away. However, strategy and timing are involved in meeting your dog’s needs and talents in physical exercise. For this reason, it’s essential to understand that training a German Shepherd puppy differs considerably from exercising…
The increased urination, the redness and swelling of the vulva, and the blood-tinged discharge that may or may not be coming from it are all typical signs of heat in a German Shepherd that has not been spayed. Between 9 and 12 months, a German Shepherd will experience her first heat and cycle. Your GSD…
It’s pretty impossible to maintain emotional distance when a cute puppy like a German Shepherd enters your house. The German Shepherd is known for being a very loving and affectionate breed. To guarantee healthy growth into a giant dog, their food is crucial. Feeding a German Shepherd puppy the wrong kind of food, too little…
Your German Shepherd’s eyes are a window to his health, so any changes might cause concern. For more info, navigate to the above German shepherd eye color chart.