German Shepherd Breed Information
Just German Shepherds 2010 Wall Calendar
The German Shepherd has earned a reputation as a loyal family companion, guide dog, police dog, and herder. This versatile dog is devoted, courageous, and exceptionally intelligent. Though they are not known for making quick and easy friendships, these faithful dogs will stand by those they love for a lifetime. This 2006 deluxe edition calendar honors the noble and courageous German Shepherd.
| Other Names | Alsatian, Deutscher, Schaferhund | |||
| Country of Origin | Germany | |||
| Approximate Date of Origin | 1800s | |||
| AKC Group | Herding Group | |||
| First Use | Sheep herding | |||
| Today's Use | Companion, Security, Assistance Dog | |||
| Life Expectancy | 12 - 13 years | |||
| Coat | Dense with regular length or longer guard hairs, weatherproof | |||
| Color | Black or gray with brown markings, black with regular brown, yellow or light gray markings | |||
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| Approximate Height | 22 - 26 in | |||
| Approximate Weight | 62 - 77 lbs | |||
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| Thrives is Hot Climates | Somewhat | |||
| Thrives in Cold Climates | Somewhat | |||
| Easy to Train | Yes | |||
| Good With Other Dogs | No | |||
| Good With Other Pets | Somewhat | |||
| Good with Children | Somewhat | |||
| Good as a Watchdog | Yes | |||
| Good For Protection | Yes | |||
| Recognized by... | AKC | CKC | FCI | KC |
| Noisiness | Average | |||
| Common Health Problem | Hip dysplasia, panostitis, epilepsy, allergies, pannus | |||
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