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The German shepherd breed

 is loved by many and feared by some. 

As a definite breed, the German shepherd breeds of dogs have only been recognized for a touch over 100 years. 

because the name suggests, the German shepherd had its origins in Germany. 

it's also referred to as an Alsatian, particularly in those European countries outside of Germany.

The popularity of the German shepherd breeds of dogs suffered somewhat during the 2 world wars thanks to anti-German sentiment at the time, but over the past 50 years, it's become a really popular breed. Currently, the German shepherd breeds of dogs are the third hottest breed within us. 

Insofar as intelligence cares, only border collies and poodles are brighter crayons within the box. 

The shepherd breeds of dogs may be a quick learner, in spite of getting a rather bold and self-assured temperament. This ability to reply to training shows within the way the shepherd breeds of dogs performs in a police investigation, tracking, rescue work, and as a watchdog.

The German shepherd breeds of dogs is a particularly active breed and, being somewhat slow to succeed in full maturity, is often a couple for an owner not conversant in the breed. 

it had been originally bred as a working animal, and intrinsically requires room to roam and exercise. The breed isn't vicious as some would lead you to believe, however it must be trained at a young age to socialize with people and smaller dogs. 

Well, trained German shepherd breeds of dogs are obedient to the acute, very loyal, and a particularly good family pet. it's good with children and sometimes very protective of youngsters and other relations, which in fact can cause problems in certain situations. 

For the foremost part though, shepherd breeds of dogs accept the advances of strangers, though are slow to bond with people they've only recently met. 

Although an outsized percentage of dog bites are attributed to the Shepherd, it must be remembered that there are many of the breeds around, plus more people are apt to recollect being nipped by a Shepherd than by a poodle or spaniel. 

The shepherd breeds of dogs are typically approachable yet fearless in its demeanor, giving one the impression that instead of being submissive it's willing to serve, yet in another sense demands to be treated with respect.

As a registered breed, the German shepherd breeds of dogs fall within the Herding group or category. 

it's a well-muscled animal, alert in temperament, and agile and nimble in movement. 

When observing a Shepherd, one gets a particular impression of balance and strength in motion, without heaviness or clumsiness. 

The German shepherd breeds of dogs may be a trotting dog, with a smooth extended stride. 

At a trot, the shepherd breeds of dogs can cover an interesting distance during a short amount of your time, because it appears to hide the utmost possible distance with each stride.

Shepherd breeds of dogs typically stand 24 to 26 inches at the shoulder, the feminine typically being 2 inches shorter. they're longer than tall, dark in color, with darker being considered better in the competitive show. 

The dog has pointed ears and an extended wedge-shaped muzzle. 

When on alert the shepherd breeds of dogs will hold its head upright. 

When in motion, the top thrusts more forward than upwards. 

Although the Shepherd appears rather long in conformation, it actually features a short back, with an extended wither, forequarters and hindquarters accounting for the linear unit. 

The legs and feet are somewhat short, adding to the looks of the Shepherd is a "long dog". 

the fuzzy tail, carried horizontally when in motion adds even more to the present illusion of length.

Magnificent in appearance, loyal, obedient, and intelligent, the German shepherd breeds of dogs is in some ways very different from other breeds and requires a special approach in training so as to become the sort of dog we expect of it. 

Yet the rewards gained to make the trouble involved in training a Shepherd quite worthwhile. 

But that's a topic to be addressed elsewhere