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How to Buy a German Shepherd Puppy

You're taking a huge risk when you purchase the German Shepherd pup. You will be responsible for the health, training, and mental stability of your dog for many years.

Pet stores and online sources typically sell puppies from puppy mills that place profit over animal well-being. Select a reputable breeder instead.

Choosing a Reputable Breeder

Before purchasing a german shepherd kaufen Shepherd pup, it's important to get to know the breeder. Responsible breeders will be happy to share information about their dogs and their practices with you. They will be willing to discuss health and genetic testing as well as early socialization and the environment that their puppies are being raised.

Your local German Shepherd organization or club is the best place to start. Most breed clubs have an officer for puppy or secretary who can point you in the right direction for reliable breeders in your area. If you prefer, you can contact your state animal control agency for a list of licensed breeders.

Take the time to meet with a breeder in person once you've located one that meets your breeding standards. Find a clean facility in which the mother and her puppies are kept in a safe environment. It is important to inquire about the parents and siblings of the puppy. You'll want to know if they have been screened for hereditary conditions such as hip dysplasia and eye issues.

A responsible breeder should also be able to provide you with a copy of your puppy's medical history and an up-to-date vaccination schedule. They should have a strong relationship with a veterinarian who is able to perform all the necessary tests and vaccinations. They should be able to provide you with the name of the doctor and phone number, and also provide you with consultation notes.

It's also a good idea to ask the breeder if they have any concerns about your lifestyle or living circumstances that might hinder them from selling you a puppy. If they know that you have young children and they are concerned about your children's safety, they might not wish to sell you a German Shepherd puppy because they are known to be aggressive with children.

You should also expect a reputable breeder to ask you to sign a contract to purchase your German Shepherd puppy. The contract should contain the names of the parents, as well as their AKC registration numbers as along with a return-to-breeder clause. This is a vital way for a responsible breeder to keep track of their dogs and ensure they will be placed in good homes.

Health Tests for Health

Breeders who are reputable conduct health tests on the dogs that will form part of their breeding selection. This is to ensure that they don't produce puppies with an inherited disease. These tests include hip and elbow dysplasia, myelopathy degenerative and GDV (also known as Bloat).

Breeders who are trustworthy seek to be aware of the temperaments and health conditions of every dog they own. They are also able to freely and openly communicate this information to other breeders as well as prospective buyers.

The Kennel Club's Assured Breeder Scheme requires members to conduct certain tests on their dogs. Breed clubs for German Shepherds also recommend that breeders perform additional tests.

These tests check for genetic diseases that affect the German Shepherd Dog as a whole. These tests also help breeders make better choices when mating which will reduce the incidences of hereditary diseases in future generations.

Common genetic tests include

Hip Dysplasia

German Shepherds are susceptible to elbow and hip dysplasia, particularly in the front limbs. These joint conditions that cause degeneration cause pain and discomfort, but they can be treated with exercise restrictions, weight control, supplements and drugs. X-rays are taken under anesthesia to ensure exact results. Then, they are sent to the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA).

The OFA test looks for the presence of hemivertebra, butterfly vertebra block vertebra, lumbar-sacral transformational vertebrae (LSTV) as well as spondylosis, hemivertebra and schäFerhund Welpe Kaufen spina bifida. The test is not foolproof and does not predict whether a dog's spinal condition will be degenerative myelopathy.

Socialization

GSDs require rigorous physical exercise in addition to training and mental stimulation to keep them occupied. They get bored very easily and their inactivity can lead to destructive behavior like excessive digging or chewing up shoes. Most often, these behaviors are a result of not being able to satisfy their emotional requirements. Socialization early is essential for German Shepherd pups. Proper socialization can help the puppy build confidence around new people and situations. It also reduces the risk that the puppy will grow scared or aggressive in unfamiliar situations.

Puppy socialization begins with the mother and her littermates as they play and interact. This helps puppies learn appropriate social signals and how to cope with their boisterous and sometimes rough, siblings. The pups are also exposed to various sights, sounds and smells. The puppies learn how to behave appropriately in a group, which is essential to their success as adult dogs.

The puppy should be exposed to different household sounds including vacuum cleaners, doorbells and kitchen appliances. The puppy should also be exposed to various outdoor sounds, including sirens, traffic, and construction. This is essential to ensure that the puppy does not develop scared or anxious about these sounds. The puppy will be exposed to these stimuli at a comfortable rate and positive reinforcement is utilized throughout the process.

During this time, it is essential that the puppy meets many different animals and people. This can help prevent anxiety about separation when the owner is away from home. This can be accomplished by taking the dog to puppy classes, dog parks or play dates with other doggies.

The puppy should be allowed to interact in a controlled, safe manner with other dogs. At beginning, interactions should be confined so that the dog isn't overwhelmed. The puppy should also be allowed to be around calmer, older and doggies who are friendly. This will help your puppy realize that older, schäferhund kaufen welpe (inquiry) larger dogs do not have to be frightening. It can also help them develop a good attitude.

Training

German Shepherds require regular, schäferhund welpen österreich Kaufen strict obedience training. It is important to enroll them in classes as soon as you can particularly when they are still young. This will allow them to grow into well-mannered, confident dogs. It is also a great opportunity to teach them basic commands such as sit down, sit and stay. The earlier a dog can learn these basic behaviors the more simple it is for them to follow your commands as they grow older.

Territorial aggression is a frequent issue for many German Shepherd owners. They may be overly guarded of their home and property which could lead to them barking at other people or animals who venture into their territory. Territorial behavior can be slowed by proper training, exercise, and socialization.

Obedience training can aid in preventing other behavioral problems in German Shepherds. Dogs that don't have the right obedience training could become a nuisance or even a threat to their family members and their neighbors. They can easily be distracted by other pets or toys, or even children and disregard basic commands like "sit" or "down."

During their puppy years, it's important to continue to introduce your German Shepherds with new people, places, sights and sounds. This is especially important when they reach the age of 16 weeks since they enter an important phase of brain development during this time. If your German shepherd is a quiet puppy it's likely to be much more difficult for them to master new things when they become adults. They could also be more susceptible to fear-based aggression or anxiety.

Many dog owners do not realize that a German Shepherd requires mental and physical exercise to be happy and calm. German Shepherds are herding breeds by nature, and they have a strong desire to please their owners as well as work. If they don't get enough exercise, they may become bored or destructive. Regular exercise helps tone muscles, reduces "cabin fever," improves circulation and aids in weight loss. It's also a great way to bond with your German shepherd!