German Shepherd Dog Training

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Can i raise a german shepherd as protecting dog?

We have a big family and want a family dog.
We aren’t gonna do any work with our gsd, just family stuff.

But, one day, if im gonna go jog in the woods or forest, and there’s a scary man behind me could my dog maybe save my life in some way?
Can it protect our house if someone wants to break in?

cheers,

Absolutely! GSD are extremely protective over their family, especially children, the scary man behind you wouldn’t have a chance! Do be careful though, I have see situations where they can be “too” protective to the point of not letting friends in the house, so some socialization is important. I would definitely recommend at least basic obedience training.

golden retriever or german shepherd,which of this is best for my family dog?

my parents gave me a chance to buy one, but which of them two is better for my family

Golden. GSD’s are not dogs for children nor for first time dog owners.

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we are thinking of welcoming a german shepherd into a home with a 4 yr old lab would that be sensible?

i own a 4 yr old Labrador Retriever and now thinking about welcoming a german shepherd into our family so tht my lab as some company but i am a lil worried about whether they will get along and show my lab tht he will still have the same amount of attention. any advise
thanxs guys you were very helpful and have decided to go ahead and get a german shepherd and my lab is neutered and we will be buying a pup so should kinda tke him on as his home i hope
my lab is one of the gentlist dogs i have had. he have played with my best friends pup since she was 15 weeks and took her on as his own and was very protective of her wen dogs posed a threat but always listened wen i told him to stop barking

Good for you.

German Shepherd

The German Shepherd is a breed that brings different views from people. Some say they are fearsome, threatening dogs that should be banned – and, unfortunately, in some areas this has been the case. However, those who have had a German Shepherd see the same breed with much different eyes.

The German Shepherd is often aloof – they don’t often walk right up to a stranger but size them up, as if silently figuring whether you are worth their time. Some dogs take longer than others to warm up and create a bond, but once that bond is made is a dog that will face any threat imaginable to protect their family.

It is this loyalty and sense of duty that has made the German Shepherd a dog that willingly guided the blind, works as law enforcement, herds livestock, competes not only in shows but in dog sports, is a friend to the military and performs countless duties in homes throughout the world.

In the late 1800s cavaly officer Capt. Max Von Stephanitz sought to perfect a dog for farm work. As with many animals bred for function, what was needed locally was different than the dogs available. The breed today takes the look of a defined breed but not all are the same. A dog developed as a show dog might look very different from one developed for police work, which may have a different body type from one working on the farm.

American soldiers brought the breed to the US after being introduced to the breed in the military. The breed is still today used to assist soldiers throughout the world.

By the standard, the male should be 24-26 inches at the shoulder with females 22-24. They should be longer than they are tall, with an image of power and grace. Disqualifications from show include: cropped or dropped ears, nose not mostly black, undershot jaw, docked tail and all white dogs. There are many many dogs that are larger than the standard, or all white dogs, as well as all black dogs, that are still fully German Shepherd. For those interested in details of show conformation requirements they can be found at http://www.akc.org/breeds/german_shepherd_dog/

In early development it was felt the GSD should be above everything utility and intelligence. The breed is still today a working machine…functional in the ability to cover ground easily whether after a loose cow or an escaped criminal. They are distinctive in appearance and although known by different names are the same breed throughout the world.

The GSD is one of the breeds some pet food companies have developed special formulas for. They are also many people who feed a raw meat and bones diet. An important factor in feeding German Shepherds is food selection. Do not feed for fast growth – it does not necessarily mean a bigger adult but can mean a weaker adult. High energy food that boosts fast growth should be avoided especially in the rapid growth time of 3-8 months of age. This reduces the chances of displasia later. While selection of breeding dogs and testing hips and elbows before breeding is certainly a factor, equally is diet.

Many things vary within this breed. One GSD charges fearlessly into a conflict that includes gunfire while another trembles in a thunderstorm. Some have been guilty of biting while others would never except under extreme threat threaten a human. Some are bold in any circumstance, some are borderline fearful. Handling and breeding can make an immense difference in this breed. Additionally the breeding and genetic markers for disease can affect an otherwise suitable working dog. Genetic issues affecting the eyes, skin, heart, neurological system, digestive and skeletal systems are all possible within the breed – and most are found by testing before breeding.

It is this testing and the maintaining of healthy, tested clean lines that makes a good GSD an investment. A few health issues to watch for besides the hip and elbow displasia include thyroid disorders, skin allergies, Addisons, vonWillebrand’s disease, heart murmurs, cardiomyopathy, epilepsy, wobbler syndrome and spinal bifida can all affect the breed. Many problems show up at under 2 years old. A condition called EPI, Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency, is another issue that can be overlooked.

A more complete list of the health issues that can affect the breed is at http://www.awsaclub.com/healthgenetics/caninegen.htm – and remember that although it can look like they are prone to every disease known to canines, many of these can be eliminated by genetics.

Although not genetic, owners of GSD should be familiar with the danger of bloat. Like many deep chested dogs, GSD is susceptible to this critical emergency that needs immediate medical attention. This condition is fast-striking and fatal.

Do not be deterred by the list of health issues in the breed – instead, use that to choose your dog wisely. Understand that without testing you have the risk of losing a dog you’ve become attached to – and it may well be worth $700-800 for a dog that has a healthy genetic family rather than getting one of unknown background for $150 then spending thousands treating problems that are lurking unseen. For a tested, working and show type dog bred for temperament, trainability and soundness do not be shocked by prices $1,500 or $2,000 and up. Many of these come with health and soundness guarantees.

Dogs of 12-15 years are not uncommon. With a reported average litter size of eight, it’s important to choose mates wisely.

The trainability of the German Shepherd is well documented. The movie “K-9″ and it’s sequels revolved around a German Shepherd, as did the infamous Rin Tin Tin. The first seeing-eye dog in 1928 was a German Shepherd. The GSD is one of the most intelligent dogs in the canine world, in one test just behind the border collie and poodle. John Kennedy, Roy Rogers and Franklin D. Roosevelt kept GSD.

Schutzhund, a competition not for the faint of heart, is but one thing the GSD excells at. This competition tests the dog’s intelligence, soundness, tracking abilities, willingness to work, courage and trainability. While photos from these competitions show dogs scaling obstacles and making spectacular leaps to latch bites onto the arm of a “suspect” it’s important to remember these dogs are highly trained. They are not vicious…they are trained to get to a suspect, restrain them and ideally get them on the ground for the safety of their handlers.

No dog, German Shepherd or otherwise, should be teased or mistreated to induce aggression. The difference between an aggressive dog and a trained K-9 is extreme. A K-9’s training is based on play – an aggressive dog is based on survival, and this difference is critical to understand. It drives an aggressive dog to unspeakable acts and reflects poorly on the many great dogs of the breed that are highly trainable.

A good dog with obedience training doesn’t need special training for protection. These operate from a position of defense of the home – and the bark of a GSD is often enough to change the minds of someone who thinks they want to do harm. The natural protection instincts of a good GSD is normally sufficient to deal with a threat.

It is no surprise that there are many heroes in this breed. Ceasar, a K-9 handled by Corporal Mark Sarna of the Shaker Heights Ohio Police Department, had a resume that included drug detection, tracking suspects as well as being a certified therapy dog and friendly with children. Griff, a K-9 with the Summit County Sheriff’s Department, and his handler Deputy Kathy Wilmot is another awarded dog and a great illustration as to the unknown these dogs and their handlers can face. Called to a domestic disturbance where the suspect was threatening to burn down the house of a girlfriend with her and her kids in it, Griff tracked the suspect through freezing rain. While he wanted to continue, the humans insisted on returning to the command unit and before long a second call came in. The suspect returned to the home and was becoming violent. A very dangerous situation evolved with the suspect assaulting the dog and handlers, attempting to kill the dog hands on despite being tazered. Griff not only never gave up but never shifted position – he put himself between the suspect and his handler, willing to lay down his life if need be. After the incident was over it was learned the suspect had commited an armed robbery just hours before, was out on bond and had a previous stint of 13 years in prison.

In the dangerous work of police and military work many German Shepherds have paid the ultimate price for their instincts and training. They serve faithfully and have confronted the worst of humanity, not only on a daily basis but also in events such as the World Trade Center and Oklahoma City bombing.

Because these are bold, intelligent and trainable dogs they must have a home that will TRAIN them. Select a good, healthy dog and put the time into training them. This doesn’t take 6-8 hours per day…it’s teaching things in small ways on a day to day basis. Left to their own devices they will be unhappy and find their own means to entertain themselves, and you probably won’t like it. A bored, untrained dog can destroy vehicles, homes and lives. Once trained then you can sit back and enjoy your beautiful, functional, intelligent and well mannered dog.

For the right home the German Shepherd is a wonderful companion and security that doesn’t fail with power outages. If yours is the right home, do your homework and find the best dog for you. They’re a wonderful breed with a big heart.

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which is better for me, a golden retriever or german shepherd dog?

i want to get a girl golden or a girl german shepherd, i hear that german shepherds have a soft side a are pretty good family dogs, but i hear that goldens are the idel family dog with and all forgiving personallity. over all i want a dog that will protect me if i need it to, but will still be kind to my 4 and 6 year old cousins that visit every weekend or so, and thplayed with had never been near an animal of any kind before, they will play, ruff house, and just might squeze her ears, and will still have a good sense or humor.

Hi! I would recommend a golden for a first time pet owner, especially if you have young children coming over all the time. they have such mellow personalities and are great with kids ( my 5 yr old goes to our neighbors house all the time to “play” with their dog…they have no children and she actually looks forward to seeing him every day..lol) though I don’t think they would be that good for protection…they might kiss the intruder to death…lol
GSD’s, though I love them to death and own one, are a lot of work. training and socialization is extremely important with this breed. they too are excellent with children if brought up with them…and as someone stated in a previous answer they do become protective of their owner and the children they are used to. My GSD is 18 months old and he is beyond excellent with my youngest son who is 3 yrs old and has down syndrome! he has saved his life by herding him back to me when my son started running into a busy road, he tolerates getting his ears pulled, being sat on and you name it and he has never …ever….raised his lip or became aggressive. But that took a lot of training and research to find the right tempermant. I would suggest going to akc.org and doing your research on both breeds, once you have chosen a breed look at reputable breeders in your area…don’t buy from pet stores or back yard breeders. they may be cheaper in some respects than a reputable breeder but you have no way of knowing the health and tempermant of the dogs they are selling. I hope this helps you in some way and good luck finding the dog that will be a special member of your family!

Bringing Home The Right Spaniel Pup

Spaniels have always been the traditional hunting or retriever dogs.

Getting ready for a new spaniel begins before you bring it home.

Choosing which breed of spaniel is sometime difficult as their are many traits in the spaniel family to look at.

All dogs belong to the same species, called the Canis familiaris. All dogs come equipped with the remarkable blend of high intelligence, fierce loyalty, human-like emotions, boundless love, and the ability to smell leftover meat two blocks away.

Here are a few common traits for different spaniel breeds:

American Cocker Spaniel average height is 13.5-15.5in average weight is 26-34lb bred for Small game retrieving Now mainly used as Companion dog and family pet.

Sussex Spaniel average height is 13-15in average weight is 35-45lb bred for Game Tracking Now mainly used as Companion or family pet.

Welsh Springer Spaniel average height is 17-19in average weight is 35-45lb bred for Game Flushing and Retrieving Now mainly used as Companion, or gundog.

Field Spaniel average height is 16-19in average weight is 35-50lb bred for Game retrieving Now mainly used as Companion or hunter.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel average height is 12-13in average weight is 13-18lb bred for Companion Now mainly used as Companion for retired hunters.

Choosing the trait you would like in your spaniel pup should be foremost in your mind. You don’t want to end up with a lap dog when you really wanted a hunting companion.

A puppy means a big change in your life and it helps, as the Boy Scouts say, to be prepared. Taking time now to plan and get things in order will make a big difference in the long run.

Here are a few Tips

While at the breeder’s kennel go through the following steps

1. Hold each puppy up so that its feet are a few inches off the floor. Watch what he does: Most pups wiggle around a bit then accept it. This mean he may not like it but will accept your authority. A dominant puppy will continue struggling and may howl and bite. A submissive puppy will just dangle passively and accept the situation or in severe cases, panic and submissively urinate.

2. Lay the new pup on its back. Comfort it by stroking its belly and talking to it softly. Observe its reaction: A normal puppy will struggle briefly, then settle. This is the response that most buyers should look for. A dominant puppy will struggle constantly, howl, and perhaps try to bite. A submissive puppy will succumb and perhaps urinate or, in an extreme case, panic.

3. Set the puppy on its feet on the floor. Then a crumpled piece of paper or a small stick away from the puppy and observe its reaction: A normal puppy will chase the object, play with it, and perhaps bring it back to you if you call out to it. It will allow you to take the object away without much fuss. A dominant puppy will chase the object, take it to a corner, and ignore you when you call out to it. It may growl at you if you attempt to reclaim the object. A submissive puppy may not react at all to the object or may actually be afraid of it.

4. Crouch down a few feet from the puppy and encourage it to come to you by clapping and calling out. Observe its reaction: A normal puppy will happily come over to you in a confident, playful manner. A dominant puppy will either charge you and jump up on you recklessly or completely ignore you. A submissive puppy may come over cautiously and expose its belly, perhaps even urinating upon being touched.

Let us consider extremely submissive behavior to be far left of center, normal to be at the center, and extremely dominant to be far right of center. Most buyers who are looking for a loving, trainable family pet should consider a puppy that performs as close to the center as possible.

When dealing with a dominant breed such as the Rottweiler, Mastiff, or German Shepherd, you would do well to consider a puppy that is slightly left of center. When dealing with a submissive breed such as the Pomeranian, Beagle, or Yorkie Terrier, you might wish to consider a puppy that is slightly right of center. In all cases, avoid the extremes.

Start out with the right attitude. The first weeks of your new puppy’s life with you will be busy and demanding. There may be times when you wonder if getting a puppy was such a good idea. Things will go better if you have patience and keep your sense of humor. Remember that puppyhood only happens once. The extra effort you put into it now will pay off in the future.

A note on discipline:

Physical discipline should be reserved for serious dog crimes only, and not to be used for every episode of bad behavior. Verbal correction will suffice for many dogs, but you should know more than one method of discipline before the unfortunate necessity of using one arises.

For an extreme situation the best and I feel the only method of physical punishment is the shake down.

The shakedown is simply grabbing with one hand the scruff of the neck and giving it a good shake. This method approximates the technique a mother of a litter uses to keep order in the litter, to stop fighting between litter members, or to help wean her pups away from her to solid food. Discipline methods that reflect instinctual canine behavior will communicate displeasure in ways a dog can understand. Other corrections like throwing or hitting the dog with objects, spanking with newspapers, or simple pleading only serve human, not canine, ends, and do not communicate displeasure clearly to the dog.

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Any high quality german shepherd breeders in the Houston area?

My husband and I are looking for a reputable german shepherd breeder for a family pet. We don’t intend to show the dog or enter him in competitions. We just want a quality pet for our family. We only want purebred and would like a breeder that produces good dogs with minimal health problems that are not neurotic.

Any suggestions?

Contact the US German Shepherd Breed Club. Here is the page to look for local breeders: http://www.gsdca.org/gsdca_joomla/index.php/breederclassified

You will want a pet-quality pup and if the breeder is reputable, s/he will only sell you the pup with a spay/neuter contract and/or with limited AKC registration. If they do not do this, start running.

Are German Shepherds Good Family Pets?

i heard they tend to get Aggresive.
How are they with small kids?
And Are they overall Good Pets To Have?
Family dogs i mean*

They are wonderful family pets, especially if you’ve had them since they were puppies, they’re easier to train that way. Our first family pet was a German Shepherd, when I was five years old, I am now 19 and after having experience with several different breeds of dogs, I still think they’re the best. They can also be very patient with children. I remember I use to dress up my dog when I was a child, I used to play tea party with him, and I also tugged and pulled his tail and ears, but never once did he try to bite or show any sign of discomfort. The only reason I would think one would get aggressive is if it seems as though the owner is getting hurt, I remember once the paramedics had to come into our house but my dog wouldn’t let them in, they are protective.

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I want to buy a German Shepherd dog can anyone guide me through the procedure?

plz give me the details like prices, location breeds etc

First off, research that breed. A lot. German Shepherds require a lot of time as far as exercise and training go. They are very intelligent dogs and my family has owned several. If you research a lot, you will either find that the breed is a great match for you, or that you’d be better off with another dog.

Do you want to purchase from a shelter or a breeder? Never purchase from a petstore. Go to www.petfinder.com and look for some that are ready to be adopted. They will guide you through the process. All dogs of that breed at shelters are not going to be listed on petfinder, so it’s good to go to local shelters as well.

If you want to purchase from a breeder, look for one that is well known and reputable. Look for a good, pet quality animal. A puppy or adult should be alert, healthy, and not exhibit any form of fear or aggression. At the first sign of bad healthy, fear, or aggression, go to the next puppy or breeder. Don’t have the mindset of “Oh, I can just take it to the vet or get training classes”. If the dog is of bad health or has a bad attitude, leave it to the breeder’s or someone else’s care.

After you adopt the dog from a shelter or buy from a breeder, plan on taking it to the vet to get needed shots and a check up.

Also, before you take the dog home, have all it’s needed supplies and food available upon arrival to it’s new home!

Good luck!

German Shepherd aka Alsatian?

Hi viewers,
Help me pick a German Shepherd pet. I have been looking out for a 40 days to 60 days German Shepherd puppy at Bangalore, India for last 6 months and am yet to find a good kennel with reasonable pricing. And am not quite convinced with the advertisements that they put out on the net saying rare show breed etc etc.
I would be glad if someone can guide me to a good place where I can pick up a healthy puppy. Do let me know your experience of finding your pet dog.
Thank you King! that was kind of you. I was looking out for a pet cum guide dog.

Yeah – I’ve so far contacted 3 GSD breeders in India for a different reason, and not one has bothered to reply. I guess that those 3 bother only when they can make money.

You don’t state WHAT you want to do with your pup, but that does make a big difference to where you should look.
I have a few pet-GSD owners in my e-group, but I think our Bangalore member unsubbed. Whether any of the others can help, I don’t know.

• Add http://pets.groups.yahoo.com/group/The_GSD_Sourceto your browser’s Bookmarks or Favorites so that you can easily look up such as feeding, vaccinations, clubs, weights, teething, neutering, disorders. Then join it so you can click its Files and download Choosing a GSD.doc, which has lots of scales to help you see what is important when choosing a breeder and then a litter to get a pup from. Be VERY cynical about what is in kennel web-sites. Be even MORE cynical about what the owners DON’T display there!

DEFINITELY throw away any ads that use “rare” or “cute” or “loyal” as their selling points! THOSE people are aiming to appeal to ignorant, gullible newbies who haven’t a clue about what is actually important, and what pups from their untested, unshown, unxrayed stock is really worth.

That group-site gives you links to the Kennel Club for India and for the GSD Club for India. If you want to be a show-competitor or an obedience-competitor or buy something that is likely to grow up as breeding stock, that is where you have to go.
Sorry – I don’t yet have links to any ethical rescue groups in India, if you want “just a pet” at a low low price. Real breeders do produce pets too, of course, but they naturally expect you to share some of their costs of campaigning & testing & proving their stock breed-worthy & providing a Guarantee should any genetic disorder afflict your pet. Whereas rescue groups don’t have those particular costs.
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What is the largest, gentle, family oriented breed of German shepherd.?

Exactley as stated, I wanted to know which breed is largest, but also gentle and caring towards babies and little kids, a family oriented dog that will attack an intruder on the spot.

There is only one breed called a German Shepherd. Why did you think there were more?

Dogs that are trained to attack and subdue an intruder are not family pets. They require serious training and an experienced handler. You don’t want a dog to attack anyone, ever. A family dog should be well socialized and friendly, especially large breeds. If you want to protect your home, get a security system.

You need to do some more research before you own a dog.

Can a six months old german shepherd dog live with a 6 months old labrador?

I have a labrador which is 6 months old.I have been with it for two months and i am sure she loves me and al of the family.If I get a 6 months german shepherd dog will there be jealousy or fights .THANK YOU

at 6 months they are both still puppies and should adapt well, dogs this age are more readily introduced that they are as adults.

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Is This Acceptable Weather?

I’m planning on going for a two hour walk around town and possibly to the park with two of my dogs. One, a five year old female German Shepherd/Siberian Husky, the other a six month old male Great Pyrenees/Australian Shepherd.

I was planning on leaving at three, and being back home before or around five. Typically, we can get in a good two or three miles if we only take one ten minute break, but if its too warm out, there can be more of a break or a shorter walk. Typically, we take the long way to the park, then go into the area for “training” dogs and I let the two of them run out any pent up energy and play with each other, then they relax, get some water, and we walk back home (short way).

Forecast: http://www.accuweather.com/us/ky/walton/41094/city-weather-forecast.asp?partner=townnews&u=1&traveler=0

My furry dog is generally quit happy with anything under 85 degrees. I would carry water and give it to them every 1/2 hour or so. If they seem too hot, try walking in the shade. That’s what we do when the weather is warmer.

Would you expect to find a dog missing for 9 years?

How great is this?!

PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. (AP) A German shepherd named Astro who has been missing from his family for more than 9 years is finally home. The Geary family was shocked when they recently received a call from an animal control officer who said that Astro had been found.
The dog went missing from the Geary family’s Port St.Lucie, Fla. home shortly after the family adopted him. Since then, they have moved three times and ended up in Louisville, Ky. On Jan.29, 2009, an animal control officer in Tennessee picked up Astro after receiving a report about a dog running loose. Officers tracked down the family through a microchip implanted in the canine.Dennis Geary says he wasn’t sure if Astro would remember him. But when they were reunited, the dog sat down and began licking him.

http://in.news.yahoo.com/210/20090227/955/tod-dog-missing-9-years-returned-to-fami.html

Incredible! Thanks for cheering me up!

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