German Shepherd Dog
Herding Group
The German Shepherd Dog was originally from Germany. This breed typically lives 7-10 years and is generally considered a extra-large size dog. They stand at 22-26 inches from the shoulder and weigh between 50-90 pounds.
German Shepherd Dog's need roughly 120+ minutes of exercise. Taking their age, size and exercise needs into account they will need about 6-8 cups of food on average in a day.
Owners of the German Shepherd Dog will generally describe this dog as loyal. They are on the easy end of the trainability spectrum and they bark frequently.
When deciding the dog breed for your situation where you live and where the dog will live and play matters. The German Shepherd Dog likes to live outside. If you plan on having your dog be an inside dog the smallest recommended living space is a house and it will need a yard to stay physically and mentally stimulated.
💊 Common Conditions
Gastric Dilatation Volvulus (Bloat)
Hip Dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans (OCD)
Cardiomyopathy
Aortic Stenosis
Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy
Cataracts
Corneal Dystrophy
Compulsive Behaviors
Degenerative Myelopathy
Hemivertebrae
Hyperparathyroidism
Perianal Fistula
The German Shepherd Dog was originally from Germany. This breed typically lives 7-10 years and is generally considered a extra-large size dog. They stand at 22-26 inches from the shoulder and weigh between 50-90 pounds.
German Shepherd Dog's need roughly 120+ minutes of exercise. Taking their age, size and exercise needs into account they will need about 6-8 cups of food on average in a day.
Owners of the German Shepherd Dog will generally describe this dog as loyal. They are on the easy end of the trainability spectrum and they bark frequently.
When deciding the dog breed for your situation where you live and where the dog will live and play matters. The German Shepherd Dog likes to live outside. If you plan on having your dog be an inside dog the smallest recommended living space is a house and it will need a yard to stay physically and mentally stimulated.