About the German Shepherd
The German Shepherd Dog is the quintessential working dog, renowned worldwide for its courage, loyalty, intelligence, and versatility. Originally a herding breed, it has become synonymous with roles in police, military, search-and-rescue, and service work due to its trainability, strength, and steadfast character. They possess a noble, confident demeanor and a strong protective instinct. A well-bred and properly socialized German Shepherd is a devoted family companion, incredibly in-tune with their handler, but they require consistent training, socialization, and significant purposeful activity to thrive.
Breed Characteristics
22.00 - 40.00 kg
55.00 - 65.00 cm
9-13
Germany
Breed Traits & Ratings
Additional Information
Bred For
Herding and guarding sheep. Later refined for versatility in military, police, and service work.
Temperament
Confident, courageous, intelligent, loyal, and watchful. They are deeply devoted to their family and can be aloof with strangers. A well-trained GSD is steady, biddable, and eager to have a job, whether it's formal work or active companionship.
