German Shepherd

	The German Shepherd (Alsation)
Description: The German Shepherd Dog is a strong, agile, well muscled dog, alert and full of life. He is extremely intelligent and makes a wonderful companion, show or obedience dog. The German Shepherd is exceptionally trainable and works well as a police, guide, search, rescue dog. He is one breed that becomes truly bonded to his family and may suffer from separation anxiety when apart from his people.
Height: Males are 24 - 26 inches; Females are 22 - 24 inches Weight: 75 - 95 lbs. Colors: Solid black, gray, tan, gold. White is recognized by the CKC. Coat: Length is medium, straight and hard and close lying with a dense undercoat Temperament: Intelligent, responsive, solid temperament, consistent behavior. With Children: Yes, loves his own children, but may be suspicious of other children. With Pets: Yes, if trained from puppyhood to accept other pets. Special Skills: Family pet. Watch-dog: Very High Guard-dog: Very High Activity: Indoor - High, Outdoor - High Living Environment: Country or city living as long as adequate attention and exercise is given. Fenced yard is essential. The owner of a German Shepherd should strong and confident. Life-Span: 12 - 13 Years Litter size: 5 - 10 Country of origin: Germany History: Dates back to as early as the 7th Century A.D. The German Shepherds roots are in the mountain sheepdog of Germany. About 1880 the German army modified this breed for work as a military dog. The first German Shepherd exhibit was in 1882 in Hanover. Credit for the formation of the modern breed is given to German fancier Rittmeister von Stephanitz.
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