Which dog can easily live with a German Shepherd?
Hi Anup,Thank you for asking! I am much glad to give you my opinionFirst of all, if you are considering getting a companion for your dog, you are making a wonderful decision for you and your dog as well.Within reason, I think the breed does not really matter. It’s how you train them. But yes, gender really matters a lot. It depends on who is alpha dog and how well your dogs can socialize. Some dogs are very friendly and some are very aggressive. Usually, from what I have noticed is, same sex dogs more often don’t get along too well. So if it was me and I was thinking of getting a second dog, I would probably go with a dog/puppy of the opposite sex so the shepherd would not feel challenged. So that way, if you have a dog, get a bitch; if you have a bitch get a dog. That way you avoid the issue dominance. My cousin has a female GSD and she does not like other dominant females, regardless of the breed. I would not really risk the same sex aggression. It can get very nasty and painful to manage. Spaying and neutering issues can be decided later. But I have noticed that the female is usually the alpha dog in a pack of house pets. But generally, dogs really like having a second dog to hang around with. From what I have experienced personally is unless they are siblings or together since they were puppies, they do not accept a new friend very easily. My cousin has a GSD (male) and a boxer (female). They get along so well, they are like inseparable. They are like best friends and really take care of each other. My other friend has a Labrador and a GSD (opposite sex) and they get along as well. BTW, GSD get along really well with Labradors, boxers, staffs, huskies and other GSD’s. Good luck !
Can't decide between Labrador or German Shepherd!!?
My family is looking for a new puppy. Theres four of us that are home in the morning and afternoon and on weekends so we have to time for a new puppy. Currently we have a 7 year old Jack russell who's in need of a mate. Our yard is pretty average, we also have a strip of land that leads up to the front garden which is 3/4 of the back gardens size, would that be enough for a large dog? I've had issues with choosing a Labrador or German Shepherd, its so hard. To make it easier ill tell you what i would love to be in my new puppy. First up is for it to be very smart and obedient and playful, second would be being able to jog with it and overall be an athletic dog, third would be to love water. I love the labrador for its cheekiness and for its friendliness and how playful it is, but i also love the German Shepherd for its capabilities and intelligence and seriousness in a way. So yea would these dogs have enough room in my garden? Would the get along with my JR? And i need help deciding which one of the two would be better suited to our family life aswell as how active we are, and personal expierence with these dogs would be great!
How do I care for an 8-week old German Shepherd puppy?
I love Mary Nielson’s answer because it is spot on. I just need to add a couple of things.Toys - Your puppy is going to need a lot of appropriate things to chew on. Puppies chew and it is going to get excessive in 2–3 months because they will be getting their adult teeth. Without appropriate toys your puppy will chew on inappropriate things. Your puppy does not know what is safe from what isn’t and they experience the world with their mouths. That means you are going to have to pay close attention, especially out on walks.Please do not give your puppy rawhide chews! They get soggy and can be a real choking hazard. I almost lost a dog to one years ago. They also teach your dog that it is okay to chew on leather. If you want to protect shoes, bags, furniture or jackets not giving your puppy rawhide is the first step.Foods- Please make certain that you don’t give your puppy raw or freeze dried raw food/treats. Puppies do not have a fully developed immune system so these things can make them sick. Adult dogs do fine with these, but stay away from these foods until your puppy is an adult.Enjoy your puppy and remember to give them a lot of attention. German Shepherds are sensitive and extremely bright. When they feel neglected they can become destructive. I had one that tore up my couch because I worked overtime one night. If I had been home as usual that likely would not have happened. Dogs like routine, it can be altered to benefit them, but they hate it when the change isn’t in their favor. A longer walk or an extra one is cool, but one shorter than normal walk will leave them wanting.If you can find a cover for the toilet paper roll, that would be a good idea. GSDs seem to have a thing for shredding paper, you could end up with tp confetti when they are bored.
What is the best food for a 1-month-old German shepherd puppy?
GSDs are very athletic dogs and their intelligence makes them unique. You can train them to do anything and their ability to stop at command makes them one of the easiest breeds to train. Their wolf like muzzle helps to track offenders in the police force or sniff out drugs or any contraband products. Even as a pet you can train them to be the perfect guard dog.Coming to your Point :Feeding also plays a vital role. I congratulate you for the taking care of German Shepherd . Pet Parenting is not a easy task . It requires love towards pets.As of my experience I would suggest you Royal Canin for your GSD as I had been using it since a long time and the results were really good . my dog was healthy with good growth. Royal Canin is the best food brand for any type of dog breeds which is high in Nutrients. Royal canin contains ingredients like brewers rice, corn, wheat, egg products etc.The food diet you need to follow for the 1st 3-Months with Cerelac 3-Times/day.For 0–3 months : Cerelac along with Royal Canin maxi starterFor 3–18 months : Royal Canin maxi juniorFor 18 months & above : Royal Canin maxi Adult
Is it okay for a German Shepherd to eat this much?
Most dogs eat twice a day. The bag of dog food has a chart, which is a guideline on how much to feed according to the dog's weight. Being a guideline, you adjust the amount fed depending on the dog's activity level and whether it needs to gain or lose weight. Here's a link so you can tell if the dogs are under/overweight or ideal: http://www.huntingbassets.com/dogchart.p... Many people overfeed their dogs, so often a dog that is ideal weight is thought to be too skinny. Good old America. If you can feel the ribs but not see them, the dog is ideal. A lean dog is a healthy dog, and a fat dog is prone to health problems and won't live as long. If the GSD is too skinny, increase the amount fed. And cut back on how much the lab mix eats if she is too big.
How to judge a good german shepherd?
At one month old, I do not know what he is doing away from his mother and litter mates. But to answer your question, a German shepherd has many standards. You will get better opinions on your pup as he gets older, and then you can stack him and ask for critiques. White paws is a "no-no" when it comes to judging coloring. Any white patches on a German shepherd would be considered a serious fault. Faded coloring in general is not ideal. When he is older, stack him and check the angles of his hind legs and the slope of his back. He should have a distinctly masculine head and a strong neck and set of shoulders. The neck should not be too short or too long. Muzzle should be stocky, not too long, but never too short, either. When he trots, you should notice the distinct "German shepherd gait", which he should execute effortlessly and without knowledge. Again, a four week old pup cannot tell you much, as they change drastically from puppy to adult. Also hoping that you had good reason for taking him in at such a young age, and for not knowing what his parents looked like. Hope I helped Websites for good idea as to the GSD standard: http://www.akc.org/breeds/german_shepher... http://www.gsdca.org/Noframes/standard/I... http://www.workingdogs.com/lshaw1.htm
Australian shepherd vs. German shepherd
I can't give you an answer that you'll like; I'm sorry. You can't think just about how the dog will be treated for the first few month, but rather how it will be treated over the next 10 years. You are 13, how is your life going to change in High School? What about once you get a driver's license? How about after high school? Who is going to be responsible for the dog once you move out? A 13 year old should not own a dog. Their lives are in flux and far too hectic. Getting a dog is based on their entire family dynamic. And most importantly, your parents' lifestyle, not yours. To be honest, that the dog would live outside is not really acceptable. Dogs are fmily members, not lawn ornaments. You'll be hard pressed to find any responsible breeder ( http://www.pbrc.net/breeding3.html ) or responsible rescue group that would adopt a dog to you simply to be dumped outside with 20 minutes of attention a day. Wait until you move out and then reconsider.