Breeders

The German Shepherd was developed by Captain Max Von Stephanitz in 1899. His Germand Shepherd named Horand Von Grfrath, is the genetic bases for the breed today. The German Shepherd was originally used as a sheep herding dog, but through the years he has been used for protection, guide dogs, tracking, search and rescue, Schutzhund, and military and police work, and is still used in it's native country as a sheep herding dog. German Shepherd are the third most popular breed in the U.S.

History

The German Shepherd is know world wide as a fearless and intelligent breed. His willingness to protect his family is unmatched in the canine world. It is eager, and alert, loyal and willing to do whatever his owners demands. They are excellent guard dogs and wonderful family pets that can get along with other family pets provided the dog has had proper socialization and training as a pup. German Shepherds are aggressive and terrritorial so any unwanted visitor will know that they are unwanted.

Behavior

Country of Orgin: Germany

Height:24-26in (60-65cm)

Weight: 75-110 lbs.

Coat: Double coat, Short or Long

Color: Variety

Appearance

German Shepherds come in a variety of colors with black and tan being the most common, all black, all white, black and grey and a few other combinations. They are large, and strong and easily indentifiable by their large triangular ears, long snout, and low rear end. German Shepherds are double coated, and their coat needs little attention paid to it. they have long bushy tails that usually hangs low to the ground, but will curl up when the dog gets excited.