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How to Care For a Purebred German Shepherd Puppy

German Shepherds are a very popular breed in America. They are wonderful family pets as well as working dogs.

German Shepherd puppies have thick double coats that shed a lot during the spring and summer. Brushing frequently with a deshedding rake, or an undercoat rake can reduce shedding and keep the coat healthy and shiny.

Health

German Shepherds may have a few health issues, but are generally healthy and intelligent dogs. Breeders who are reputable will test their dogs to ensure that they do not pass hereditary illnesses to their puppies such as elbow dysplasia and hip dysplasia. These are common issues in large breeds of dog. Other health issues include bloat, digestive disorders and food sensitivities, or allergies.

Hereditary neurological diseases may affect your GSD such as Degenerative Myelopathy. It causes a sluggish drunken-like gait caused by spinal cord disease. It happens when there is a narrowing of the vertebrae in the neck, which pinches the nerves that send signals to your dog's hind legs. Symptoms start with instability of the hindquarters, and then progress to weakness and paralysis, incontinence and loss of movement. Treatments, which may involve rehabilitation exercises, medication, or surgery can ensure that your dog lives longer and more comfortably.

Eye conditions that may affect your German Shepherd are glaucoma and Pannus, an immune-mediated cornea condition that can lead to blindness if not managed properly. These conditions require regular ocular examinations by your veterinarian.

German Shepherds are susceptible to heart disease, dilated cardiomyopathy and other ailments. A healthy diet containing omega fatty acids balanced vitamins and an array of foods that support heart health is required. Your veterinarian will be able to assess the lungs and heart of your puppy with a stethoscope during his annual physical exam.

Puppies and teenagers with German Shepherds require moderate exercise. This can be accomplished by taking them on numerous walks, and (if appropriate) playing with other puppies in a safe, reinrassiger deutscher schäferhund züchter enclosed space. It is best to avoid running especially near bikes or joggers, which can damage growing bones and ligaments. Adult German Shepherds need to exercise a few hours a day, depending on their energy levels. Insurance for pets is a wise investment in the well-being of your German Shepherd as it will help to pay for veterinary treatment for unexpected illnesses and injuries. Pet insurance provides both you and your vet peace of mind and lets you focus only on the health of your dog.

Training

German Shepherds are smart, fast learners, and extremely trainable. They take their jobs very seriously, whether they're guard dogs, police officers or service animals. They thrive when their intelligence, energy and drive are allowed to shine. These pups, like all breeds, require continual and extensive training to maintain an affable, obedient manner and Reinrassiger deutscher schäferhund züchter heightened alertness.

The entire family should participate in the training of a German shepherd. The German Shepherd is a very family-oriented breed and will form a tight relationship with the handler who is their primary. It is essential to begin with your puppy as soon as possible so that he will grow to be a good behaved companion.

German shepherd puppies are quick to master new commands and can learn quickly. Their intelligence can lead to a stubbornness however, if it is not properly directed. In-depth and targeted puppy training programs, like Dog Training Elite's Breed Specific Training, can help your GSD remain focused on the task at hand, and help reduce any destructive behavior that might arise due to their natural instincts and inclinations.

GSDs are usually beware of people outside of their immediate family and need to be socialized at a young age to reduce their chances of exhibiting aggressive behavior and inappropriate social behavior. They also are prone to prey-drive and hunting, which can be overemphasized when they aren't well-socialized.

GSDs can bark or lunge in response to a car or pedestrians walking on the road or in the park. While this can be a problem for some, it's actually a very normal behavior that should be encouraged since it will teach your German Shepherd that there are others and animals to play with. In turn they will discover that being around humans as well as animals is fun and not a danger.

Socialization

German Shepherd puppies have a brief socialization period, during which they learn about the world and form connections that shape how they see new experiences, often for the rest of their lives. Therefore, it's important to expose them to new people and situations at an early age.

Once you bring your puppy home, Schäferhund kaufen it's your responsibility to continue the process and building your puppy's confidence to interact with new people and experiences.

The most important thing is to expose them to these experiences in a secure and controlled environment, where they can build confidence and not be afraid or overwhelmed. If they feel threatened they might interpret the experience as being scared and be afraid for their entire lives. It is important to keep 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 Schäferhundwelpen can cause a lifetime fear.

Start by ticking off a few items off your GSD puppy's checklist of socialization. Here are some suggestions 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 focus on you while another dog is in the vicinity. This helps them be an empathetic, calm pet when they get older.

Find dog-friendly cafés, restaurants or even shops to take your pup on a coffee date! This is a great chance to reinforce the settle training you've been doing and also introduce them new sights as well as sounds, smells, and textures that can help them to accept the world around them once they're fully grown.

Use in a vehicle. German Shepherds aren't generally comfortable in cars, so if you can get them used to driving early on it will simplify your road trips.

Take your GSD puppy to the hairdresser, vet, or garden centre. This will help them become at ease in these environments as adults and can be a good occasion to practice recall games.

Exercise

In addition to a good diet Alongside a healthy diet, your German Shepherd puppy will need plenty of exercise. However, this must be balanced as excessive exercise can cause damage to the skeletal structure of puppies. For instance, jumping, running and playing for a long time can put strain on the growing puppy's joints and ligaments. This can cause issues later on in life.

The level of drive in your puppy will determine the amount of energy and exercise it needs. As a working breed, the German Shepherd is predisposed to having more drive than other breeds. This is due to the fact that they were developed to herd livestock. This means they have an instinct for deutscher schäferhund kaufen herding and a desire to complete the job at hand.

Because they were bred for work quickly, they are quick to learn and are highly capable of training. They are also instinctive guard dogs with a keen awareness of danger and are able to act quickly to defend their loved ones. This is why they are great service dogs, assisting police with drug sniffing and security as well as aiding in search and rescue as well as providing security in banks and other high-profile places.

A good method to help your German Shepherd puppy get the exercise he requires is to enroll in obedience classes. This will provide him with mental stimulation and let him be social with dogs. This is a great method to encourage good behavior in your puppy and teach him basic commands.

A properly bred German Shepherd will have a clear, straight and dense coat that's harsh in one spot, and soft fur elsewhere. The length of the hair will vary from one dog to the next but is usually between 4-6 inches. The coloring will also vary from puppy to puppy, however the majority of German Shepherds are dark brown or black with a white chest and belly.