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How to Care For a Purebred German Shepherd Puppy

German Shepherds are a well-loved breed in America. They are excellent working dogs and family pets.

German Shepherd puppies have thick double coats that shed heavily in the spring and summer. Regularly brushing with a deshedding tool, or an undercoat rake can help reduce shed and helps keep the coat looking clean and healthy.

Health

German Shepherds are intelligent and generally healthy dogs, but they do have some health concerns. Breeders who are reputable will test their dogs to avoid passing on hereditary diseases to their puppies, such as hip dysplasia and elbow dysplasia. These are frequent problems for large breeds of dogs. Other health issues include bloat and digestive disorders.

Hereditary neurological diseases may affect your GSD such as Degenerative Myelopathy, which can cause a sluggish drunken-like gait caused by spinal cord disease. The vertebrae of the neck narrow, pinching nerves which send signals to the hind legs of the dog. The signs start with hindquarters instability and einen Deutschen schäferhund Kaufen can progress to paralysis incontinence, and loss of mobility. There are many treatments available, including medication and rehabilitation exercises, and surgery.

German Shepherds can suffer from glaucoma or Pannus. This is an autoimmune corneal disease that can cause blindness if not treated appropriately. Your dog will need regular ocular examinations with a veterinarian to determine the severity of these conditions.

Like other large breeds, German Shepherds may be afflicted with heart disease and dilatable cardiomyopathy. They'll require a nutritious diet that is supportive of heart health by providing a mix of omega fats and balanced vitamins. Your veterinarian can assess the lungs and reinrassiger deutscher schäferhund welpe heart of your puppy by using a stethoscope during the yearly physical examination.

Puppies and adolescents German Shepherds require moderate exercise. This can be achieved by taking them on numerous walks, and (if appropriate) playing with other puppies within a safe, enclosed space. They should not run close to cyclist or jogger as this could damage their growing bones and ligaments. Adult German Shepherds need to exercise for a short period of time each day, based on their energy levels. Insurance for pets is a great investment in the well-being of your German Shepherd as it will help provide veterinary care for unexpected illnesses and injuries. It also provides peace of mind for both you and your veterinarian, allowing you to focus on providing the best possible treatment for your dog.

Training

German Shepherds are intelligent quick learners and highly adept at training. They are very serious about their work - as guard dogs, police officers, service animals, and many more - and thrive when given a place to exercise for their energy, intelligence and work ethic. However, just like all breeds dogs, Belgischer SchäFerhund Welpen Kaufen öSterreich these puppies require a great deal of and ongoing training to keep their compliant, friendly demeanor schäferhund baby kaufen as well as their enhanced sense of security and alertness.

Training for a German Shepherd is a collaborative effort and should involve the entire family. This is a very familial breed that forms bonds with their primary handler. It is important to begin training your puppy as soon as you can so that he grows up to be a well behaved companion.

German shepherd puppies are quick to learn new commands and can learn quickly. Their high intelligence can lead to stubbornness, however, deutscher schäferhund Welpe kaufen if not properly controlled. Dog Training Elite's Breed Specific Training is a focused and intense puppy training program designed to assist your GSD stay focused on their task and reduce any destructive behaviors as a result their natural instincts and dispositions.

GSDs are usually cautious of people who are not part of their immediate family. They require to be socialized at a young age to reduce their chances of exhibiting aggressive behavior and inappropriate social behavior. They also have a tendency to prey drive and hunting which can become exaggerated when not properly managed with frequent ongoing positive socialization.

GSDs may engage in a bark or a lunge when they are responding to a vehicle passing by or other people walking along the path or in a park. While this might be a problem to certain people, it's an acceptable behavior deutscher schäferhund welpe kaufen that should be encouraged. It will teach your German Shepherd there are other pets and other people around. They will learn that interaction with other people and animals is not dangerous or scary.

Socialization

German Shepherd puppies are socialized for a brief period. Through this time, they learn about their environment and make connections that influence the way they see new experiences. This can last for the rest of their life. Therefore, it is crucial to expose them to new environments and people as early as is possible.

When you bring your puppy home, it is your responsibility to carry on the process and developing your puppy's confidence to interact with new people and things.

The most important thing is to expose them to these experiences in a safe and controlled environment, where they can develop their confidence and not feel intimidated or overwhelmed. If they feel threatened or scared, they'll be able to connect the experience with being scared and could be afraid of the specific thing for the rest of their lives. You must also prevent them from making the error of encouraging, encouraging or soothing those who are scared. This can be seen as rewarding behavior that is fearful and could cause a lifetime of phobia.

Start by taking note of a few items on your GSD puppy's socialization checklist. Here are some ideas to get you started:

Meet other dogs - this isn't just about your puppy playing with other dogs. It's also about teaching them to settle down and concentrate on the dog that is around. This helps them to be a calm, relaxed family dog when they are older.

Find places that are dog-friendly, such as restaurants, cafes or shops and take your puppy for a cake and coffee date! This is a great way to reinforce your settle-training and introduce your puppy to new sounds, sights as well as smells and textures. This will assist them adjust to the outside world after they have grown.

Car driving - German Shepherds are not known for their comfort in vehicles So getting them familiar with a car early on can make your road trips more enjoyable!

Take your GSD puppy to a hairdresser, vet, or garden centre. This will help them get comfortable in these places as they grow older and is a an excellent opportunity to work on recall games.

Exercise

Your German Shepherd puppy needs plenty of exercise, in addition to a balanced diet. This must be done in a controlled manner, as too much exercise can cause damage to the skeletal structure of puppies. Running, jumping and playing for a long time for instance, could stress the growing puppy's ligaments and joints. This could cause problems later on in life.

The amount of drive in your puppy will determine the amount of energy and exercise it needs. German Shepherds are genetically predisposed to have higher levels of drive than other breeds. This is due to the fact that they were designed to herd livestock. This means they have a strong herding instinct and a desire to complete the job in hand.

They are highly trainable and fast learners due to their breeding to be work-oriented. They are also instinctive guard dogs, with a keen awareness of danger and will react quickly to protect their loved ones. They are also great service dogs that can assist police with drug sniffing, security and search and rescue.

Inscribing your German Shepherd puppy in obedience classes is an excellent way to give him the exercise he requires. This will give him mental stimulation and allow him to be social with dogs. It is also a great opportunity to reinforce positive behavior in your puppy and to teach him the basics of commands that will come in handy later on.

A German Shepherd that is properly bred will have a dense, straight, deutscher schäFerhund welpe Kaufen and clear coat. The fur may be harsh in some areas but soft in other. The length of the hair will differ from dog to dog, but will be usually between 4-6 inches. The coloring will also vary from puppy to puppy, but the majority of German Shepherds are dark brown or black with white belly and chest.