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The German Shepherd is a very popular breed of dog. They are one of the best canine companions that you can have. Dogs of this breed are very faithful, intelligent and are excellent guard dogs that can turn extremely ferocious when required.  The dog will guard owner and family with his life. The dog breed needs attention, loving care and firm handling to bring out all inherent qualities.

As the name suggests, German shepherds were bred originally as dogs for herding sheep. This inherent genetic tendency may result in a German shepherd chasing moving objects or running after bikes and cars. This can be curbed with proper training and handling.

German shepherds are friendly towards children but need to be trained and handled firmly. They need to be around children from a very young age so that they become comfortable with them.

German shepherds are very intelligent dogs. Dogs of this breed are working dogs and are used by the police, armed forces as sniffer dogs and are used as guide dogs for the blind and physically handicapped.

If you have a German shepherd, make sure that you hire a professional trainer to handle this magnificent animal. As far as other breeds are concerned, owners may want to train their dogs. As far as this breed is concerned an owner has to train the dog.

The average height of German shepherd is between 20-26 inches, and average weight is between 65-120 pounds. They are available in black, white, gray and tan colors. As they are double-coated breeds, they shed heavily and you need to brush them regularly. You also need to give them proper potty training to keep your house clean and tidy. Dog feeding is also another important factor about which you should consult with a good veterinarian. Taking care of all these things will help you get a priceless addition to your family.