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First recognized as a breed in 1899, German Shepherd dogs were originally bred as a working dog, meant to herd and guard sheep. Today, the German Shepherd is highly prized as a guard dog and as a valuable asset to police and military installations around the world. It has a keen sense of smell, making it a very good drug-detecting or bomb-sniffing dog. It is extremely loyal to its owner, and will attack fearlessly upon command. It's often used, for example, to hold suspects by police or to be trained for scout duty by the military. Once on task with something, it is not easily distracted.

Also an excellent guard dog, and because of its keen intelligence, size, strength and protective nature, German Shepherds can be a wonderful addition to families, including those with small children, as long as they are properly trained. German Shepherd dogs are consistently one of the most popular breeds chosen as family pets today.

Why are German Shepherd puppies a good choice when you're selecting a pet for your family?

<strong>They're very intelligent</strong>
German Shepherd dogs were originally bred for their intelligence, and this continues to be one of their most notable and desired traits. These dogs are known as "quick studies" that can learn simple tasks after being shown what to do just a few times, and are very obedient to those they know and love. Because they can learn so quickly and don't distract easily once they're on task, they make very good service dogs for owners who need special help, and good guard dogs for families who want some extra protection.

<strong>They are loyal, eager to please, and want to have a defined purpose</strong>
German Shepherd dogs can be fierce indeed if protecting family or other loved ones, but a dog who has been properly trained is loyal and loving to those it knows and is not more aggressive than other dogs unless directed to be so. They want to learn and are eager to please and need something to "do." Again, because of that, they make excellent "service" dogs for the military and other establishments that need canine assistants. They also make excellent family pets, as long as they are raised with a firm hand and follow a training regimen with guidelines and positive, reward-based reinforcement of desired behaviors.

<strong>They are self-assured</strong>
This breed of dog is definitely "self-assured." Not shy or skittish, German Shepherds can possess a calm but vigilant demeanor when trained properly. They're not particularly friendly with strangers, and can become territorial and overprotective of loved ones if they haven't been socialized properly when young.

<strong>They are athletic and muscular, serving as very good family guard dogs</strong> Most German Shepherd dogs are large, weighing between about 50 to 90 pounds, with a height of between 22 and 26 inches at the withers. They have long, finely shaped "dome" foreheads, squared muzzles, and black noses that give them a distinctive appearance. However, perhaps what you notice most about German shepherds are the eyes. Those eyes are intelligent, quick, confident, and acutely focused on everything that's going on around them; one could say that "they don't miss a thing."

<strong>They can be very obedient to their owners</strong> Their large size, athletic build, muscularity, and fearlessness give them the capacity to attack if they must, but their intelligence also makes them very obedient as long as they are trained properly.

<strong>They're attractive to look at</strong>
The coat is thick and is actually a double coat, consisting of the outer coat that sheds all year round, over a dense, thick undercoat for warmth. These dogs can be a variety of colors, but most common are the "all-black" mask and black body markings, with the basic coat shade a tan color. The body markings are generally in a saddle or blanket pattern across the back and sides. (See the subsequent article for information on the <a href="https://www.pets4you.com/white-german-shepherd.html">White German Shepherd</a>.) Another word that describes the German Shepherd is "powerful." Although a big dog, it is lean and muscular, with a wide chest and long ribs for a streamlined appearance. Its finely shaped head and long, strong jaw are also striking. The tail is wide and bushy, curving gracefully downward when at rest, and just as gracefully upward when excited or happy.

They tend to be hardy, healthy dogs with a relatively long lifespan German Shepherd dogs are very hardy, although they can suffer from certain breed-related problems. Perhaps most notable about the German Shepherd is that because this is such a stoic dog, health problems can go unnoticed for quite some time; owners are well advised to keep an eye on their pets and notice any small behavioral changes, such as a drop in appetite or a depressed mood, that could indicate illness before physical symptoms appear.

They live an average of 12 years with good care, which is quite long-lived among the larger breeds. Hip and elbow dysplasia is common with German Shepherds, which can cause these dogs significant pain. They're also prone to abdominal bloating and other digestive difficulties (as are most large dogs), and are more likely than some other breeds to suffer from something called von Willebrand disease, a bleeding disorder. They're prone to ear infections, and may also suffer from allergies or hypothyroidism. Regular veterinary care is an absolute must for German Shepherds, even though their stoic temperament and hardy nature may suggest otherwise.

<strong>Considerations</strong>
There are some considerations that may make a German Shepherd a less-than-perfect choice for you or your family. These dogs need lots of attention and activity including plenty of exercise. You should not consider a German Shepherd if you intend to leave the dog alone frequently or won't be able to give it the activity it needs. German Shepherds crave attention, affection, and a purpose in life, and they don't behave well in situations where they'll simply sit alone for long periods of time. However, because of their intelligence, trainability, and loyalty, they do make good Seeing Eye and other service dogs, as long as the owner is always there to provide a firm hand and plenty of attention, direction and affection.

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There is hardly a soul in the world that wouldn’t recognize a German Shepherd if they saw one. These dogs are brilliant and agile. They can assist the disabled, be used for herding or police and military service. The most important thing is that they make faithful friends. 

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<h2 style="text-align: center">The White German Shepherd is an Elegant, Beautiful Species both in Stance and in Motion</h2>
<img class="thumbnail alignleft" src="https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/e/e6/Wgsd_walking2.jpg" alt="White German Shepherd Breed Description" width="290" height="187" />White German Shepherd dogs are exactly like their traditional German Shepherd breed "cousins" with the exception of their color, which is usually a pure white. The white coat actually comes from a recessive gene. It was placed in the gene pool for the breed in the late 19th and early 20th centuries in Germany, specifically for the breeding program that expanded and developed the breed originally. Horand von Grafath became the dog that provided the foundation for all German Shepherd dog bloodlines. His grandfather, Greif, was actually a white herding-type dog.

The earliest German white herding dogs had a similar body shape and facial profile, including upright ears, that is typical of the White German Shepherd. What is today’s White German Shepherd itself began to emerge in the early 20th century, as breeders carefully inbred lines to produce white-coated dogs and to expand the number of German Shepherd dogs available in general. In 1912, the first German Shepherds were imported into the United States by Anne Tracy of New York; white puppies were born in the first litters.

<strong>Appearance</strong>
The White German Shepherd is a direct descendant of the traditionally-colored German Shepherd dog. Specifically bred for its color, as well as for its characteristics of being a working companion dog with high intelligence, the White German Shepherd is an elegant, beautiful species both in stance and in motion.

To put it simply, the German Shepherd in general is a strikingly beautiful dog already, but the white coat of the White German Shepherd makes it perhaps even more beautiful. There are no colors or markings to distract. One simply notices the dog's proud physique and quiet but confident demeanor.

As might already be apparent, the White German Shepherd dog has the same athletic, muscular build as its normally-colored German Shepherd "cousin," with erect ears, long muzzles with usually black noses, and keenly intelligent eyes. These active, curious and hardworking dogs are medium-sized, usually weighing between 77 to 88 pounds in adulthood.

<strong>Temperament</strong>
As with traditionally-colored German Shepherd dogs, White German Shepherds are very intelligent, brave, alert, and absolutely fearless. Among the things you notice about them most are their quiet confidence and superior skills. These dogs want to work, and in fact crave something to do. Because of that, they make excellent police and guard dogs, bomb or drug-detecting dogs, and service dogs. They are often used in the military and in police forces.

These dogs rely on structure and discipline, and the best owner is one who will provide calm, quiet command. Although White German Shepherds are indeed obedient, loyal, loving, and valiant, they need to be treated as a submissive member of the pack. They need strong leadership from the leader of their pack, meaning you, the owner. If they're not given such structure and discipline, they can actually sense that the owner is weaker than they are and may try to take over as pack leader. Dogs that are not properly socialized and trained can become aggressive and dangerous, or, conversely, skittish and afraid. Even dogs that are skittish and afraid, however, can become dangerous, since a fearful (or “shy”) dog will bite.

Because of that, the White German Shepherd needs to be trained from puppyhood forward in a firm, consistent, stable manner. They do not respond well to abusive or overly aggressive treatment, but calm, consistent, and firm discipline is not only welcome, but necessary.

Trained properly, White German Shepherds are cheerful, obedient, and exceedingly smart. They perform superbly as guard dogs and service dogs, and also make great family pets, even in families with children. Once they know they must protect those in their families, they never stray from the job they've been appointed to do.

Again, the best-behaved dogs must have a task to do, something for which they are responsible every day. They learn very quickly and can be shown something just a couple of times to know how to do it perfectly. Because they are such hard workers and so focused, they don't distract easily once they're on task. Even with small children around, they rarely bark, only doing so if they sense someone they love is in danger.

<strong>Environment and Best Living Conditions</strong>
As long as they get enough exercise, White German Shepherds are content even in apartment settings. However, they absolutely must get vigorous exercise every day. They cannot accept simply sitting and doing nothing. Their keen intelligence seeks constant challenge and they thrive when they can fulfill a job that has plenty of activity involved, such as that of a service dog. They also adore both physical and mental demands, so teaching them new things as part of their job duties (or simply as a matter of course) is something they truly enjoy. Dogs that aren't properly stimulated both physically and mentally can actually become destructive.

<strong>Health Problems</strong>
White German Shepherd dogs are quite hardy and healthy for this size breed, and live an average of 12 years. They are prone to common joint diseases and disorders including hip and elbow dysplasia and degenerative joint disease. Particular to some lines of the White German Shepherd are autoimmune diseases like lupus as well as congenital spinal disease. They may also suffer from malabsorption syndrome.

What is notable about the White German Shepherd is that because they are such hardy, hardworking and noble dogs, you may not know something is wrong with your stoic pet until it is very sick indeed. It's imperative to take your dog to the vet for regular checkups even when it appears fine. Doing so can help keep small problems from becoming bigger ones, and can catch serious disease early.

<strong>Grooming</strong>
White German Shepherd dogs are shedders, sometimes extensively, especially in the spring. These long-haired dogs don't have an undercoat, and have stiff hair. Since they shed consistently throughout the whole year, they require daily brushing. As with all dogs, they can be prone to fleas if exposed, and can have skin problems if bathed too often.

Disadvantages? There are no actual disadvantages to the White German Shepherd dog, but there may be some things that make this a less-than-ideal pet for your particular situation. Don't get a White German Shepherd dog if you must be gone a lot and won't be able to give it the attention and activity it needs. White German Shepherd dogs are not lap dogs by any means, although they certainly enjoy relaxing with their families at the end of a long, tiring day of activity that gives them a sense of purpose. You should also not get a White German Shepherd dog if you don't intend to be a firm but loving master (not "friend"), and instead would enjoy a dog that prefers to be coddled and babied.

Struggles with Formal Breed Recognition In 1995, the American White Shepherd Association was created to promote and protect the white shepherd breed in the United States. It has worked with the White Shepherd Club of Canada to both write and publish a new breed standard. It has petitioned the American Kennel Club for inclusion of the White German Shepherd as a separate pure breed, distinct from the normally-colored German shepherd dog, but have yet to bring that to fruition.

<strong>References</strong>
http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/americanwhiteshepherd.htm
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/White_Shepherd_Dog
http://www.whitegermanshepherd.org/Historian.htm

Similar to the traditional German Shepherd Dog, White German Shepherd are excellent working, herding and service dogs. Intelligently focused and completely good-natured, they are great watch dogs and home companions. This breed is very good with children.

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