German Shepherd Dog Training

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Have you ever seen a Pure Breed German Shepherd like this before?

I recently bought a pure breed german shepherd and i have never seen one that looked like this before…. does anyone own one or know of any others that look like this….?
I have seen the mother and the father both CKC registered like the puppy
there colores are Black and silver/white…. they together have produced three healthy litters of tan and black… and in each of the three litters there is always one or two that are this color tan…..

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What a beautiful pup! I seen one once when I was a teenager. My girlfriends dad owned him. He was a real pure bred german shephard bread in Germany. He was very smart and obedient. I swear that dog had a 5th grade education!

German Shepherd Puppy And Dog Information

The German Shepherd is a great instinctive watch dog and guard dog. She makes a wonderful pet. She can be kept in an apartment but she needs extensive walking to make this work. A more ideal situation for her is a loving home with a properly fenced in enclosure for her to exercise in. She requires a lot of attention and something to do or she may get bored and destructive. She is great with children, a very intelligent fast learner, and a fine companion. Just a reminder, never leave a child alone with a dog or puppy for any length of time.

*Approximate Adult Size. The approximate adult size of the German Shepherd male (two years old or older) is 24 to 26 inches to the withers (highest point of the shoulder) and 22 to 24 inches to the withers for a female. Both sexes weight may range from 75 to 95 pounds.

*Special Health Considerations. Most dog breeds have certain inherited health problems associated with that specific breed and the German Shepherd is no exception. Be careful of canine hip and elbow dysplasia (genetic based looseness in the hip joint that can lead to arthritis pain and lameness), bloat (Gastric Dilation-Volvulus, the second leading killer of dogs, can kill within the hour, this space is too limited for a complete explanation but you should read up on this), flea allergies, chronic eczema, Panosteitis (a serious inflammation of the long bones), congenital heart problems, Von Willebrands disease (a problem with blood clotting), and keratitis. This disease list is an informative guideline only. Other diseases may also be significant threats, please contact your veterinarian for a complete list.
*Grooming. The German Shepherd should be bathed rarely as this strips her coat of its protective oils and this can aggravate skin problems. She should be brushed daily if possible. She is a heavy shedder and brushing will help keep your house cleaner. Brushing will help her maintain a clean and healthy coat and also help you keep a closer eye on her health and strengthen your emotional bond with your pet.
Her teeth should be brushed at least twice a week with toothpaste and toothbrush designed for dogs. Brushing removes the accumulation of plaque and tartar which can cause cavities (rarely) and periodontal disease. Dog periodontal disease can lead to pain, loss of teeth, bad breath and other serious disease.
Her toenails may need to be examined for growth and clipped regularly. The toenails of the rear feet grow slower than the toenails of the front feet. Generally a guillotine type trimmer is the best for this chore and competent instructions to accomplish this can be found on the net.
She should visit the veterinarian several times in the first year for shots, boosters and check up. Then, as an adult, she should visit the veterinarian yearly for shots and check up. As she gets older, six years and on, she should visit the veterinarian twice a year for check ups and shots.
*Life Span. The German Shepherd can live between 12 and 13 years with proper nutrition, medical care and excellent living conditions.
*History. The German Shepherd line was started by Captain Max von Stephanitz, known as the father of the breed. They came to America as early as 1907. Shepherds became more popular after World War I when returning servicemen experienced their value in combat. American soldiers brought some examples of this breed back to the US and they became popular as pets and working dogs. The American Kennel Club first registered the German Shepherd in 1908. Today she is one of the most popular dogs and is used as a companion, blind leader, watchdog, guardian, police dog and herding dog.

Some Registries:
*German Shepherd Dog Club of America
*UKC United Kennel Club
*NKC National Kennel Club
*CKC Continental Kennel Club
*APRI Americas Pet Registry Inc.
*AKC American Kennel Club
*FCI Federation Cynologique Internationale
*NZKC New Zealand Kennel Club
*KCGB Kennel Club of Great Britain
*ANKC Australian National Kennel Club
*ACR American Canine Registry

Litter Size: 5 to 10 German Shepherd puppies

Category: Herding,

Terms To Describe:Well muscled, alert, agile, strong, direct, fearless, eager, self-confident, aloof,

*SPECIAL GOOD POINTS
Very good watchdog.
Very good guard dog.
Highly intelligent.
Exceptionally trainable.
Make a wonderful companion.
Bark only when they need to.
Strong protective instinct.
Loves children.
Wants to please.
Can handle cold well.
Forms strong emotional bond with owners.
*SPECIAL BAD POINTS
A confident and strong owner is necessary.
May be suspicious of children not in immediate family.
May try to outsmart you.
Can be destructive if not properly trained or if bored.
They do poorly if isolated.
*Other Names Known By: Alsatian, Deutscher Schaferhund, police dog

*Every dog is an individual so not everything in this information may be correct for your dog. This information is meant as a good faith guideline only.

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my shepherd has been suffering, can anyone give me advice?

I have 6 german shepherds but my eldest (11 yrs) has been in alot of pain lately with a hard swelling over her hip joint and soft coming up on her other. She can not tolerate surgery but is on strong painkillers and supplements. She sometimes is content but I don’t know if I’m being fair to her, please help

Is there any chance she can make it through something like this? If not, i think you should consider humanly euthanizing her, to keep her from suffering any longer. Just remember, you did everything you could

German Shepherd Dog Breed Information and Best Tips

The human-dog correlation forms an essential part of the society. Legends and tradition have surrounded a part of the character and teaching guidance for the dog. With the introduction of science and human psychology, many scientists have made efforts to characterize and identify the activities of the dogs and the methods involved in training them. Difficulties in the relationship of dog and human aroused during the middle of the 20th century. But, in the 21st century, researches have proved that, hardships were removed depending on the selection of breeds of dogs appropriate to human needs. This small but momentous march may help in maintaining a good relationship with the owners of the dog and the public. There are several breeds of dogs available. A family can select a dog on the available breeds depending on their security requirements.

This article deals with the German shepherd dog also called as Alsatian Shepherd. This breed of dogs shows self-assurance, friendliness and devotion to the owners than other breed of dogs. The recognition of German Shepherds still holds good as they have an unjustified status as aggressive Shepherds, because of their similarity to their far-away predator, the wolf. These dogs become hard to be handled if meddled harshly. They act as watch dogs for houses and also are used for protection purposes because of their courage, heroism, stubbornness, power and vigor. German Shepherds are generally not used in the security services like in army and police. But they are used at homes, since they show loyalty, love and affection to their owners.

German Shepherds are medium sized dogs and normally weighs about 40 kgs. Ears of these dogs remain wilted and droopy and become hard after they grow. Shepherds have sparkling eyes with a package of dense fur and have a proportionate structure towards their adulthood. These dogs develop some problems around the waist called dysphasia due to over jumping and shaking of the body and this leads to joint problems. Skin problems are common in Shepherds and everyday grooming is a must for these dogs. Perfect good food is essential to avoid skin problems.

These dogs eat normally 800gms of meal per day. They normally prefer fresh foods like meat and vegetables, other than dried dog foodstuffs. Shepherds normally prefer long walks and like straying outside the home. These dogs usually sleep outside the door of the house and provide safety and security. In short, these dogs are called as pet dogs. Socialism and instillation of good habits can be made possible by providing proper training to these dogs. It is more important to keep them psychologically and physically engaged.

Scientific researches have proved that by ascertaining a dog’s physical structure and behavioral characters, it becomes possible to decide on the breed of dogs appropriate to specific tasks and environments. More significantly, community may be enhanced with a dog or breed of dog, reducing the occurrence of activities arising from unsuited human-dog interactions. However, further study needs to be done to simplify and recover the functioning and social interactions with dogs.

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Has anyone had/known of an adult dog survive distemper?

I need a little hope/encouragement!! I have a 1-2 year old german shepherd mix i rescued that was diagnosed with distemper. i have choosen to treat him holistically using vitamin c, colostrum, plenty of liquids and a good diet. he is in the respiratory stage (runny nose and eyes) and i am hoping it wont progress any further (neurological). any advice from someone who has had experience with distemper? (please don’t reply with : “put him to sleep”… seriously!)
*he has been treated with an antibiotic shot already by my vet, the reason i turned to holistic medicine was because my vet straight out told me there was nothing else we could do as far as contemporary medicine.. he is eating and drinking well..

I have a Great Dane puppy that I rescued when he was 7 weeks old. At nine weeks, he came down sick overnight, that by the time I took him to the vet, first thing that morning, he was just about lifeless. He was diagnosed with distemper, test took ten days to come back with the diagnose, meantime I kept him alive with a medication that was a combination of an antibiotic, and steroids. He was on for a month, he’s alive and well now at five months of age.
Everybody told me that he was not going to make it, and that I should have him euthanized, instead of suffering from the disease. Well, I guess I proved them wrong.
I’m not sure about any holistic treatment, and because of it, I would rather go with the meds I used.
Good luck, hope all works out for you and your dog.

Grooming your Dog at Home

Every dog needs a grooming routine, as a vital part of keeping healthy.

A dog’s grooming needs will differ according to the breed, age and health issues, but regular attention will help to detect and prevent problems like runny eyes, ear and skin problems, flea infestation, and overgrown/in growing nails. For dogs that receive a regular professional groom maintenance is important between visits, it is amazing how quickly a dog’s coat can become a matted mess.

If you own a puppy, you may wonder when you should start grooming him/her. I would advise starting as soon as possible, to get your puppy used to the regime. A little gentle brushing every day with an appropriate brush or comb will get the pup used to being handled and give you a chance to check the mouth, ears, anal area and nails. It is useful to stand your dog on a table while grooming, a dog will usually stand more quietly that way, and it makes things easier for the groomer, but keep hold of the dog for safety’s sake. It may be useful to invest in a Dog / cat Grooming Table , which is built for the purpose, and should have a textured surface to offer more grip, and a control arm with loops. Safety comes first-if using a neck loop it is advisable to pass a second loop around the dog’s belly, and in any case, never leave a dog unattended on the table. Teach your dog to stand for grooming, using clicker or treat training, and you will have fewer problems later on. You will also be amazed at how a few minutes per day spent handling and grooming your pet will make such a difference in how he interacts with the family!

Choosing the right grooming tools is important -what may be great for one dog, could be totally unsuitable for another

. • For short coated breeds like the Labrador retriever the best tools massage the skin and bring out dead hair and dandruff, the ZoomGroom and the Furminator are good examples of this.

. • For medium double-coated breeds like the German Shepherd and Collie, you need a brush that will penetrate the coat more deeply. A slicker brush is ideal, accompanied by a comb.When the dog has been thoroughly brushed with the slicker, run the comb through the whole coat, checking for tangles, that way you can be sure the dog is groomed all the way to the skin. A Furminator or shedding rake can be useful for these breeds too-it is great for heavily shedding dogs, getting every last dead hair out till the coat shines with health.

• For single coated, non shedding breeds like the Bichon Frise,and any breed of dog that is clipped, a slicker and comb is my recommendation, with perhaps a pin brush for sensitive areas.

• For wire coated and hand stripped dogs i.e. Airedale, Fox Terrier, use a slightly blunted stripping knife, a Furminator or ZoomGroom, and a slicker brush.

Dog shampoo should also be chosen carefully as the right products can really aid your pet’s health and well being. If your dog’s coat is prone to tangling, use a good quality conditioner as well, which will not only make brushing easier, but also will speed up drying time for you, and keep your dogs coat and skin in good condition. Choose products that fulfil the needs of your dog’s coat and skin type.

Pet dogs can be washed regularly – you can use your judgement on how often, shampooing with the proper products should not harm your dog’s coat or skin. Skin problems are far more likely to be associated with diet and environmental factors than by regular bathing. It is wise to remove any tangles or knots before bathing, as water can cause them to tighten.

If, for whatever reason, the grooming regime has been temporarily abandoned, and your pet has knots that cannot be brushed out, then seek professional help from a groomer, as tugging at the hair will only cause pain, fear and resentment in your dog. In such situations, the kind course of action is usually to lift out the mats with clippers, and start fresh.

Nail clipping is another important procedure for your dog to get used to. Many dogs dislike having their nails clipped, particularly those of the front paws. Be very careful not to cut the quick of the nail, and remember to treat each nail as an individual when choosing where to cut. It is easier to tell where to cut when the dog has white nails, rather than black, if in doubt ask your vet or groomer to trim the nails. Some dogs never need their nails cut, some have nails that grow like wildfire, and some nails grow round and back into the foot if left unchecked. Many dogs will be professionally groomed every six weeks or so, in which case the groomer will have checked the nails and clipped if necessary as part of the service.

Ear care is another area of importance, excessive wax, redness, scratching, excessive matting of hair in the external ear, rubbing, head shaking, smelly ears and disorientation can all be signs of ear problems. Check your pet’s ears regularly for these signs-don’t be afraid to sniff the ears- healthy ears should not smell foul. Floppy eared dogs are particularly prone to infections, as the air doesn’t tend to circulate the ear canal. It is sometimes necessary to clear the hair from the ear canal, at least partially, to allow more air flow. Again this is a regular part of a professional grooming service. If you suspect ear problems do consult your vet, as those sorts of problems can become a long running battle without proper care.

Many breeds of dog suffer from weepy eyes, which can stain the coat in an unsightly way. Keeping the area clean and free of excess hair will help reduce the cause of the staining, which are the tears. Have the eyes checked whilst at the vets, to make sure there are no underlying causes. Stained eye hair can usually be removed by the professional groomer, to good effect, as can similar staining of feet caused by saliva as the dog washes his or her feet.

To conclude, regular grooming little and often, and with the right products , will help keep your dog beautiful ,comfortable, healthy and happy, which is what we all want for our beloved companions!

Submitted by Sue Gardner of Mutley Makeovers, Tamworth UK . For more information and grooming pictures visit http://www.mutleymakeovers.com

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What are some good puppy training tips?

My family has recently purchased a German Shepherd puppy. We’ll be taking her to Puppy Preschool (dog obedience classes) but I was curious if anyone had some good training tips? Any secrets/favorite methods?

Best advice: Start off right by becoming the dog’s pack leader. Here’s how:

A. Behave like a leader at key points of responsibility within the pack and that makes you the leader.

1. Eat your own meals before you feed your dog. Even if you have to munch on a cracker while he watches, make sure he knows you’re done eating before you allow him to start eating.

2. Make and enforce at least 5 household rules (such as “No begging at the table” and “Stay off the furniture”).

3. Lead the walk, with the dog walking beside you, at heel. Never use a flexi-lead because you can’t control your dog if he is 15-25 feet out in front of you.

4. Exercise the dog by a brisk walk with the dog at heel at least once a day, preferably twice a day. A dog can walk for 5 minutes for each month of his life up to the age of 12 months; after that he can walk as long as you want to walk. Be sure to check the surface on which he’ll be walking – if it is too hot or too cold for you to rest your hand on, it will be too hot or too cold for his feet. You can get booties for him at some of the larger pet stores, or try Paw Wax.

5. Playing with the dog is demonstrating affection for him; it’s a bonding time. Be sure you start the play and you end it.

6. Own and provide all resources like food, treats, bones, and toys. Leave food down only 15 minutes then pick up the bowl. Give toys to dog when you want to play; put toys away when you’re done playing.

7. Ignore the dog for at least 5 minutes when you come home so he will recognize that you are “top dog” in the pack.

8. Greet strangers (guests at home, friends and passersby on the street) first and direct the dog how to react to them.

9. Protect the dog from onrushing, off-leash dogs, dogs who are harassing them, and dogs who challenge them.

10. The dog gets NOTHING (except water and potty breaks) unless he works for it. “Working” means obeying whatever command you offer, such as sit, stay, stand, and down. (This is the essence of the NILIF program.)

11. Never pet the dog or comfort it when it is misbehaving. Never talk in a high squeaky voice to a dog. Dogs don’t understand what it means to have their feelings hurt.

12. Don’t let the dog sleep in your bed until you are sure he sees you as his pack leader; you don’t want him to try to own the bed.

B. There are four “MUST READ” books you can probably get at Amazon.com. They will explain all the rituals listed above.

1. The first is “Be The Pack Leader” by Cesar Millan. Teaches you how to be a pack leader.

2. The second is “The Dog Listener” by Jan Fennell. Teaches you how to get willing cooperation from your dog.

3. The third is “The Art of Raising A Puppy” by the Monks of New Skete. Teaches you how to get a puppy started right as a member of your pack.

4. The fourth and last is “A Member of the Family” by Cesar Millan and Melissa Jo Pelletier. Teaches you how to raise your dog from the moment you get him to the moment he has to leave you.

C. You might consider signing up for “Sessions with Cesar” at http://www.sessionswithcesar.com , where you’ll find video and audio lessons, as well as printable materials to help you learn to be your dog’s pack leader and help you learn to handle specific behavior problems.

Good luck!

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what kinda dog is good for us?

wa have 1 cat guinea pigs that are caged and hamsters and we want a dog but what kinda breed we have 3/4th acre yard and dog can sleep indoors or out side or in garage dog will get walked every other day we usto have rottweilers labs and german shepherds but we want one that does not shed that much and my broither has minor allergies to dogs and a dog that likes car rides and easy to train big or sall just not small then a beagle.

You should check out: http://animal.discovery.com/breedselecto…

There is a quiz you can take, based off of size, grooming, exercise and so forth. It will give you a list of dog breeds that are compatible with what you are looking for. I think petfinder.org has one too. Hope it helps

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Dog Shedding … Again?

I have a female German Shepherd who is about 8 years old, who was recently spayed about 8 or 9 months ago (late in her life, I know, but it was because she was in pain during her heat cycles). She just shed her summer coat about October/November, and grew in her undercoat for the winter.

Now, a little over a month since she shed her coat, she’s started shedding again! It’s not mild shedding, like she’s just losing a few pieces of fur, she’s literally full-blown shedding. We brushed her yesterday and there were clumps of fur coming off of her, just like a month ago.

Can anyone think of a reason why she would be shedding … again? She already shed her coat once, so we’re just wondering why she could possibly be shedding again.
Normally I would think it was the anesthetic, but she was spayed over 8 months ago. The anesthetic isn’t still in her system, but can it really leave such a long-term impact? :

Anesthetic can make dogs blow coat, just like anesthetic makes people lose hair. All you can do is keep brushing her daily until she’s done!

Pet Eye Health – What to Look for

Keeping eyes healthy is important both for pets and humans. The area around the eyes as well as the eyes themselves is a very sensitive area. The cleaner this area is kept the more likely an animal’s eye will stay healthy. Your pet’s eyes are crucial to their safety and well-being. There are many substances and conditions that can threaten your pet’s eye health and understanding the signs of certain problems can help you anticipate and treat these problems before they permanently affect your pet’s vision.

Red Eyes

Red eyes can signal many different inflammatory conditions and infectious diseases ranging from conjunctivitis to glaucoma. The most common conditions associated with your pet’s red eyes are below.

Conjunctivitis

Conjunctivitis is an inflammation of the mucous membranes of the eye. It’s the most common eye disease in all domestic animals, and it has a number of causes. Conjunctivitis might be caused by a viral or bacterial infection, by a parasite (like ticks) and by allergies. Ticks in particular can transmit a number of parasites that can cause conjunctivitis.

Treatment for conjunctivitis includes keeping the eye clean and eliminating the cause of the inflammation.

Dogs with allergies and purebred cats are most prone to conjunctivitis.

Keratitis

Keratitis causes superficial blood vessels and pigmentation on the eye. It can decrease vision if left untreated. It is a common eye disorder, especially among German shepherds, and the redness is often accompanied by a thick, ropy mucous discharge from the eyes. In severe and chronic cases, the eye surface becomes infiltrated with blood vessels, and may harden because of long term irritation. There may also be ulceration of the eye tissue due to keratitis.

Treatment of keratitis includes tear stimulants and anti-inflammatory medicines. Eye ulcers may require surgical repair.

Most external eye diseases are treated with antibacterial eye drops that must be applied several times a day. Newer technologies that treat eye infections in dogs include a bioadhesive ophthalmic drug insert which can be placed in the eye to avoid the daily treatment and make compliance with treatment easier.

Cherry Eye

Cherry Eye is a prolapse of the gland of the third eyelid. It is most common among young dogs, especially Pekingese, bulldogs, beagles and cocker spaniels. The gland becomes infected, irritated and inflamed.

Treatment for cherry eye is surgical replacement of the gland.

Scleritis

Scleritis is inflammation of the opaque white outer coat enclosing the eyeball. It may result from parasitic disease like Lyme disease or toxoplasmosis. Untreated, it can result in the loss of the eye. The red area around the eye may develop suddenly, and is usually hard, lumpy and immovable.

Treatment of scleritis is often topical steroids.

Uveitis

Uveitis is inflammation of the uveal tract or tear ducts. It usually results from an underlying disease. Your pet may show signs of eye pain, overflowing tears, sensitivity to light, eyelid spasms and small pupils. Left untreated, it can damage vision and lead to glaucoma. It can also be the first symptom of a more serious, life-threatening disease.

Treatment for uveitis is dependent on the underlying cause.

Glaucoma

Glaucoma is an elevation of pressure in the eyeball. Just like in humans, glaucoma can lead to irreversible blindness. Signs of glaucoma include large pupils, cloudy pupils and redness.

Treatment for acute glaucoma should be started immediately and should be directed toward rapidly reducing the pressure before permanent damage occurs.

Breeds most prone to glaucoma are American cocker spaniels, bassets, wire fox terriers, Boston terriers, Siberian huskies, cairn terriers, chow chows, Norwegian elk hounds and miniature poodles.

Cataracts

Cataracts are white spots in the lenses of the eye that impair vision and cause blindness. Cataracts may be genetic, or they may be caused by diabetes mellitus, or by infections like canine herpes, canine parovirus-2 and canine adenovirus-1. They may also be caused by injury to the eye, poor nutrition, radiation therapy or toxins.

Treatment of cataracts is surgical removal if they significantly impair vision.

There are a number of breeds that may inherit a tendency to develop cataracts. They include Miniature Schnauzer, Boston Terrier, Golden Retriever, Labrador Retriever, Chesapeake Bay Retriever, Siberian Husky, American Cocker Spaniel, Old English sheepdog, Standard Poodle, Welsh Springer Spaniel and German Shepherd Dog.

Bleeding in the eye

Bleeding in the eye is usually the result of injury or inflammation. Treatment for the condition depends on the cause.

Herpes viral conjunctivitis

Herpes viral conjunctivitis is extremely common in young kittens, especially those who are dealing with other stresses to their system like fleas, environmental cold and poor nutrition. Outdoor kittens, feral kittens and kittens in shelters are especially prone to feline conjunctivitis.

Watery eyes

Watery eyes have many causes. One of the more common is entropion, a condition where the lashes turn inward. The treatment is to clean the eyes carefully with a wet cotton pad and remove any debris from the corner of the eye. The tendency to watery eyes caused by hair and lashes in the eye can best be treated by keeping the top knot tidy in breads with top knots.

Trichiasis

Trichiasis is a condition that causes some lashes to grow inward and rub on the surface of the eye. It can eventually cause scarring of the cornea and lead to vision loss.

Treatment for trichiasis is surgical removal of the abnormal lashes.

Jaundice

Jaundice is yellowness in the whites of the eyes. There are many causes for jaundice, and your pet should be seen by a vet to determine the underlying cause. Some possible causes include hepatitis, urinary tract infections, pancreatitis, gallstones, anemia, medications and viral infections.

Treatment depends on the underlying cause of the disease.

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How much food should I feed my 55 lb, 18 month old female German Shepherd?

We just adopted her, and I think she’s a little underweight. She was in a shelter, and then a rescue organization boarded her. If you have opinions about the best food for her, and other feeding tips, I’d appreciate those, too.

You will get lots of opinions on food, but just think about these rules and you will be OK.

Feed a premium quality, name brand food. Look at the ingredient list. Look for whole ingredients, not a lot of fillers, artificial flavors or preservatives.

Feed one specifically for your type of dog (small dogs should be fed food for small dog, large dogs get large dog food). German Shepherd Dogs tend to have lots of hip and joint problems, so feeding a food specifically for dogs with arthritis or other joint problems will be a great help to her in the long run.

My top brands of dog food are Eagle Pack, Wellness, Nutro, and Royal Canin, but there are many others that are also good. The rule “You get what you pay for” should be in the back of your mind (the cheaper foods tend to be of poorer quality) but there are some exceptions to the rule. She should be on an adult dog food, not puppy. The amount depends on the type of food and her metabolism. Look at the guidelines on the bag of the food that you choose. Usually, feeding whatever is recommended at the lower end of the range for her weight is a good starting point. If she doesn’t finish it all in a short period of time (about 15 minutes) or she’s putting on too much weight, she is getting too much. If she doesn’t put on ANY weight, loses weight or is always acting like she’s starving, she needs more. You can adjust it for her. Just like people, all dogs have different metabolism so you will have to adjust for her specific needs.

Also, remember this. ALL dogs live longer healthier lives if they are kept at a good weight, and dogs with joint problems have a much easier time if they don’t have to lug around a lot of extra weight, so keep her a little on the thin side. Studies have shown that dogs who are kept thin, live an average of 3 years longer than dogs that are allowed to free feed and get fat. You shouldn’t be able to see her ribs, but you should be able to feel them easily without pushing through a layer of fat, she should have a distinct waist (hourglass figure) and her tummy should tuck up, instead of pooch out. If you have any cocnerns about her weight, let her vet take a peek.

Agricola Board Game Review

Agricola is an agricultural farming board game designed by Uwe Rosenberg, in the vein of the German-style strategy board games. Players control a plot of farmland, and compete to create the most balanced farm consisting of various types of vegetables and animals.

Agricola took the gaming world by storm when it was released at the Spiel convention in 2007, and won the Spiel des Jahres award for Best Complex Game in 2008. It has been consistently popular since then, and is still the second most popular board game out there, as measured by the popular board game website BoardGameGeek. It has even managed to take the number one spot away from Puerto Rico for a while.

The objective in Agricola is to build the best and most-balanced farm after 14 turns. You score the most points for having a farm with a big family and sturdy buildings, and efficiently using all your available farmland to plant vegetables and raise animals. This is not quite that simple to achieve however, since you start with just a farmer and his wife, with only a 2-room farmhouse, and there will be other players who are going to try to grab the resources to improve their own farms too!

In the 14 turns of gameplay, there are a number of actions that you can do to grow your farm. You can grab supplies of resources such as wood and clay, and agricultural resources such as vegetables, fish and animals to lay the foundations of your farm. You can also plough and sow your fields, or fence them up, or bake some bread to feed your family. You can also grow your family when the time is right.

Which action you choose (and when you choose it) will ultimately determine how successfully you grow your farm. However, it won’t be possible to choose an action whenever you want it. Once a player has taken a particular action, that action is no longer available till the next turn. So you will need to plan which actions are the most crucial for your strategy and focus on them, and you will also need to be flexible and alter your strategy in case the other players take an action you need. In addition, you can take a number of actions each turn equal to the number of family members you have, so a big family is crucial. But you’ll have to make sure you are able to house and feed those extra kids before you can grow your family.

The resource market in Agricola is also quite interesting. There are actions where you can grab resources such as building materials, food, vegetables and animals. These resources replenish each turn at a set rate, and can pile up if a player doesn’t grab them the previous turn. You could therefore wait for resources to pile up before you use an action to grab them. Or you could do the opposite and monopolize a resource market. For example, you could keep taking all the wood, and by doing so you would prevent the other players from building fences or wooden buildings. (You might also end up having too much wood, but that is beside the point…)

What makes Agricola such a great game is its endless replay value. Besides having the standard actions, each player also gets a random hand of occupations and minor improvements that they can play. These cards provide benefits that will impact how your play. For example, you might have a shepherd occupation that provides you with extra sheep, causing you to change your strategy to make sheep your primary source of food.

These occupation and minor improvement cards also perform another function that makes Agricola a game for everyone. If you want to play it as a family game with children, you can use the easy deck of cards which provides bonuses that are easy to grasp. You can use a more complex deck with more interesting effects for players with more gaming experience. Or you could use an interactive deck where players can benefit from other players’ actions or even steal resources from each other!

As mentioned above, Agricola has such a strong appeal because it can cater for playing groups of varying ages and gaming experience. The game is playable with 1 to 5 players, and games usually take about two hours, providing enough complexity without eating up too much of your time. It appears to be the best farming strategy game currently available, and deserves its spot as one of the most popular board games out there!

Complexity:  4.0/5.0

Playing Time:  2.0 to 2.5 hours

Number of Players:  1 to 5 players

You can read more about Agricola at http://www.ageofboards.com/agricola.html

About the Author

Steven maintains Age of Boards at http://www.ageofboards.com/ – a website devoted to the best and latest board and card games. You can read game reviews and customer comments via this website.

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German Shepherd Information

The German Shepherd dog is one of the most beloved and honored dogs in the world. Though this breed is classified by the American Kennel Club (AKC) in the herding group and began as a herding dog, German Shepherds perform many other jobs today. Because of their inherent courage, work ethic, intelligence, loyalty and overall trainability, German Shepherd dogs are commonly used in police work, as escorts for the blind, and as security for many families and businesses. There is no better protector than a German Shepherd.

German Shepherds are native to Germany. The first of the breed was a sheep-herding dog. This dog, given the name Horand von Grafath, became the first German Shepherd registered in the German Shepherd Dog Club of Germany in 1899. The breed was registered with the AKC in 1911.

German Shepherd breeders are common in North America due to the high demand not only for purebred German Shepherds, but for Shepherds with specific training. A German Shepherd breeder may specialize in training this breed for the visually impaired, for the police, and for use in tracking and protection. The Germans have a special training program for Shepherds to become “Schutzhunds,” or protection dogs.

There are a few precautions any potential German Shepherd buyer should take before making a purchase of a purebred German Shepherd dog. First, know what you are looking for. Second, know what purpose you plan to utilize the German Shepherd for. Third, know what it takes to care for a German Shepherd. Fourth, know where to find a reputable breeder.

Purebred German Shepherds have specific characteristics. They should also have registration papers or some form of pedigree, preferably from the American Kennel Club. Because German Shepherds are trained in various tasks and graduate from training programs, their lineage should reflect the rankings and accomplishments of their parents. The German Shepherd breeder should have his or her own kennel, and dogs should receive daily contact, grooming, socializing and training.

Unfortunately, a German Shepherd breeder may attempt to sell faulty German Shepherds. Make sure you obtain a complete copy of your German Shepherd’s medical records including health history, immunization records, results of blood tests, and any other relevant health information. This breed is prone to hip problems and a reputable German Shepherd breeder will give you some form of warranty or guarantee that your German Shepherd has been evaluated.

Now that you know basic German Shepherd traits and medical conditions, how to care for your Shepherd, what to look for in a German Shepherd breeder, and what purpose you will utilize your Shepherd for, it is time to find the perfect German Shepherd. Though many buyers want a purebred puppy, buying a purebred adult dog can be a good alternative. Adults are already trained, housebroken and socialized. Also, there are many adult German Shepherds who are far less likely to find homes than the adorable puppies sold by breeders.

German Shepherd rescue centers save Shepherds from abusive, neglectful or uncaring environments. There are bad breeders who try to sell fake dogs and there are even worse breeders who sell purebred, but often unhealthy, dogs out of puppy mills. Puppy mills are kennels where dogs are housed in small cages, constantly bred and provided with little to no socialization. Rescue centers re-socialize the dogs and foster or adopt them out to loving homes. Consider a rescued German Shepherd as an alternative when buying your dog.

About the Author

Jan Ryan has owned two German shepherds, Gemini and Heinrich, both bought from a reputable German Shepherd breeder. It is important to know how to locate reputable
German Shepherd breeders
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German Shepherd Puppies – 8 Tips To Owning A Raising One

Not long after buying a German shepherd puppy, you will want to think about implementing obedience training. As a pack animal, German shepherds, just like any other dog, will begin to test the boundaries of the pack hierarchy. Keeping you dog in its rightful place in the chain of command is important for both of you.

As one of the more intelligent breeds of dog, German shepherd learn quick. Is it any wonder, the police use them as their dog of choice. They need stimulus, don’t let your puppy grow up neglected.

Exercise is a must for various reasons. Firstly, it is essential for growth and developing natural reflexes. Secondly, it will help your dog mix socially, another equally important part of your German shepherd’s development. So remember, plenty of brisk walks and any secure open areas that you may live near.

German shepherds can grow to about 100 pound, they are powerful, quick and will have no problems sweeping objects off of nearby sideboards, so keep valuables out of reach while they are growing. Remember, a German shepherd is still a puppy up to the age of around three, fully grown physically but mentally a tazmanian devil.

While on the search for a puppy, find one from a genuine breeder, this will ensure good genes; you can find good breeders in you classifieds or get a referral from your vet, kennel clubs or dog training clubs.

Before buying a GSD, spend a little time at a club and get first hand experience what sort of commitment is needed in owning and raising a German shepherd puppy. Speak so various owners, they will put you straight and may save you valuable time and heartache, should ownership not be for you.

German shepherd’s are a breed with a naturally heavy coat. They tend to moult far more than most other breeds of dog. Be prepared to vacuum a lot more than usual.

Lastly, you dog needs to mix with lots of other dogs and people, this is one of the best ways to keeping an even temperament. A dog kept away from the world, will become defensive and suspicious of others the longer it is kept isolated.

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Find out more about German shepherd puppy training and ownership. For more tips and recommendations.

Here are some of the best German shepherd puppy training books.

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What should be the idle height for a female German shepherd?

Female german shepherd imported blood line.
Height in inch

There’s no such thing.
An idle GSD is usually snoozing.

If you meant” ideal”, there are 2 ways of answering it.
And bloodline has NOTHING to do with ideals, but it is likely to indicate which deviations the possessor will display as an adult.

The REQUIRED height for a GSD bit.ch to be considered for BS.C l.1 (KKl.I in German) is 55-to-60 cm. And so the inch equivalent would be 21 5/8 to 23 5/8. BS.Cl.1 is the superior category, with general definition of “Well above average quality. Recommended for breeding”. So that range could be deemed the “ideal”.

For a BS.Cl.2 (KKl.II) bit.ch a 1cm tolerance is allowed, making the range 54-to-61cm, with 21 1/4 to 24 inches being minimum & maximum sizes. The general definition here is “Above average quality. Approved for breeding”.

There is no third class – anything outside that range is ineligible for Breed Survey Classification. It is untypical of the breed, too big to be nimble enough or too small to be powerful enough for tasks a boundary patrolling herding dog is required to do. It can be a great pet, but it is not a breed-worthy “ideal” GSD bit.ch.

Either way, the midrange for a GSD bit.ch is 57.5 cm (22 9/16″), and so that could be considered the ideal size.

To learn about GSDs, ignore the rebel “standards” independently invented by each of Britain’s The KC, Canada’s CKC, New Zealand’s NZKC, and the USofA’s AKC. There cannot be 6 or more DIFFERENT blueprints for the same house or car or breed. The only internationally approved Standard of the GSD is recorded as FCI#166: http://www.fci.be/uploaded_files/166A1991_en.doc It was approved by a meeting of the WUSV (World Union of GSD Clubs, with at least one vote from each of up to 77 GSD nations) in 1991.

To ask further questions about GSDs, join some of the 400+ YahooGroups dedicated to various aspects of living with GSDs; most also let you post pics of your pet as it grows up. Each group’s Home page tells you what they like to talk about, and how active they are.
Les P, owner of GSD_Friendly: http://pets.groups.yahoo.com/group/GSD_Friendly
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German Shepherds – Some Tips When Looking For A New Dog

German Shepherds have been an immensely popular breed for over a century. This large breed was first introduced outside of Germany during the first World War and has steadily gained a loyal following. German Shepherds are intelligent, loyal dogs and make great family pets. They are also well suited to work in such occupations as seeing eye dogs, watchdogs, police work and more. These canines are well rounded and make great additions to any family.

Choose a reputable breeder. German Shepherds, just like any other breed, have their share of health problems. You can avoid picking a puppy that’s prone to such problems by choosing a good breeder. A good breeder will be concerned about the health and quality of all their German Shepherds. If you aren’t sure where to look, contact your local breed council for recommendations.

Diet is important. Just like with humans what you feed, your German Shepherd ultimately is one of the deciding factors in its health, growth and development. Talk to your veterinarian about what types of things should be in the diet of a large breed like the German Shepherd.

German Shepherds, like many large breeds, commonly suffer from hip dysplasia. This is a disease that affects the shoulder and elbow joints much like arthritis. One way to reduce the chances of this German Shepherd health problem occurring is to keep exercise to a reasonable level for the first six months. This is a crucial time in your puppy’s development and overdoing it can cause problems down the line.

Other German Shepherd health concerns include Hemophilia A. This blood clotting disorder affects the males and can be hereditary. Although not subject themselves, the females can be carriers. Pancreatic Insufficiency causes food to not be digested properly. Treatment is a life long process. Bloat or Gastric Torsion is also common. Feeding two smaller meals a day instead of one large one can help prevent this painful condition.

Many of the health conditions that German Shepherds suffer from are hereditary. This is one of the reasons why a reputable breeder should be picked. They will know their German Shepherds and their histories and can inform you of anything you need to watch out for. To keep your German shepherd healthy and happy, be sure to exercise your dog regularly. It is also a good idea to get yearly check ups. German Shepherds are also very social creatures. So taking them to a dog park or allowing them to interact with other dogs and people is also a good idea. German Shepherds are also very trainable, so have some fun and teach your dog some interesting and fun tricks. These are all sure ways to keep your German Shepherd healthy.

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I cant find any breeders in Ohio?

Ok, i had an English Bulldog that passed away about a month ago, and i’m ready for another dog.
I currently own a German shepherd and an American pit bull terrier(both of them i adopted)
I want to buy either a boxer or an APBT…but i cant find any good breeders in Ohio. All the apbt breeders websites that i’ve been on are actually selling Am. bullies…

I would adopt but with my other dogs(that i adopted) they had a lot of behavior problems, and i would like to know the bloodline/temperament of the parents, that why i decided to go to a breeder.

Does anybody know of a good APBT or boxer breeder in Ohio????
(i would be willing to find a breeder in KY but like i said all i can find is Am. bullies, and i haven’t seen any boxer breeders worth talking to)

breed clubs can refer you to reputable breeders..

http://ohioboxerclub.com/

http://americanboxerclub.org/

http://www.napbta.com/

ADDED
State of Ohio requires Pit Bulls to be insured.. I believe its $50,000 per dog. You should check with your local dog warden regarding the laws of keeping pit bulls.. some counties or cities may have stricter laws.

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