Herding Group

German Shepherd 🦺

German Shepherds are the gold standard of working dogs. Brilliant, versatile, and deeply bonded to their family.

50–90 Weight (lbs)

22–26 Height (inches)

9–13 Lifespan (years)

Medium-length double coat Coat

Temperament

Confident, courageous, and smart. Loyal to a fault. Needs a job or they'll make one up.

Energy Level

5/5

Trainability

5/5

Friendliness

4/5

Grooming Needs

3/5

Shedding

5/5

Barking

3/5

Hip and elbow dysplasia common. Bloat risk — feed multiple small meals. Regular exercise mandatory.

Good with dogs ✅ Yes

Good with kids ✅ Yes

Colors Black and Tan, Sable, All Black, Black and Red

Experienced owners Active lifestyles Working roles

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