Can German Shepherds Handle Cold Weather?
My neighbor’s German Shepherd is already wearing in 40F-degree fall weather, which seems a little much over a double fur coat. Since GSDs originate from Germany, shouldn’t the breed be …
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Do German Shepherds bark more than other dog breeds?
I adore my neighbor’s German Shepherd. He’s an intelligent, sweet boy, but he barks all day long, whereas my cattle dogs bark rarely throughout the day. It got me thinking, …
How to Crate Train a German Shepherd Puppy
While dog-sitting my neighbor’s one-year-old German Shepherd, I was shocked at how he had the run of the place. He was territorial when on the furniture and repeatedly ransacked the …
Do German Shepherds cuddle?
Our neighbor’s German Shepherd isn’t super affectionate and is very independent. I thought back to our GSD girl, Smokey, who was into cuddling to the point of being needy. So, …
Caring for a German Shepherd’s coat – 10 Dos and Don’ts
Our neighbor’s German Shepherd (GSD) has regular grooming appointments, which made me wonder how different their coats must be to need such special care. After talking with my neighbor, I …
Can German Shepherds Live Outside?
I was speaking with a German Shepherd owner at our local dog park who said his dog lives outside most of the time. This is so different than our cattle …
How do German Shepherds show affection?
German Shepherds are known for being intelligent, obedient dogs which is part of the reason they’re often used as K9 unit dogs by police squads. You may be surprised that …
10 Best Dog Puzzles for German Shepherds
All dogs need physical activity and exercise, and German Shepherds, in particular, need a LOT of it. Helping your pup get some much-needed physical activity could entail frequent walks, sometimes …
Australian Shepherds vs. German Shepherds: What’s the Difference?
There are many dog breeds to choose from when thinking about getting a new puppy. However, with all the breeds out there, finding specific, relevant breed information can be a …