German Shepherd Dog

German Shepherd Dog
Herding
A German Shepherd stands in a show pose on green turf, with a handler beside it and purple show banners in the background.

Meet the German Shepherd Dog

The German Shepherd Dog is a highly intelligent, exceptional family dog that is a willing companion who enjoys the endeavors of its owners. Originally bred as a sheep herding dog and protection dog in Germany, the adaptability of this wonderful breed knows no boundaries. Competitive in all performance activities (herding, obedience, agility, tracking and the working dog sport), a service dog for the hearing impaired, blind, etc, a policeman’s best friend and protector.

Breed Group:

Herding

Breed Personality:

Friendly, Courageous, Smart, Energetic

Breed Specifics

Max Life Expectancy
(years): 10
Max Height
(inches): 26
Max Weight
(lbs): 90

Main Breed Characteristics

Good with Children (5/5)
Good with Other Dogs (3/5)
Shedding (4/5)
Grooming Needs (2/5)
Coat Length (1/5)
Good with Strangers (3/5)
Playfulness (4/5)
Protectiveness (5/5)
Trainability (5/5)
Energy Level (5/5)
Barking Level (3/5)

Breed Variations

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