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German Shepherd Dog
Those who would say a dog has
no soul, have never looked into the eyes of a German Shepherd.
- Laura Thacher
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For more information on the characteristics and care of the German Shepherd Dog please contact any of the breeders listed below or:
German Shepherd Dog Club of America
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The German Shepherd's family tree goes back to the 7th century A.D. Captain Max Von Stephanitz, a German cavalry officer, is credited with standardizing the modern German Shepherd. He was developed in Germany in the 1890s by crossing the best of the German farm dogs to create a superb herding dog. Renowned for his versatility, the German Shepherd has since provided service as a herder, sentry, tracker, police dog, drug and bomb detection dog, as well as a guide dog to the blind and a search and rescue dog.
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| Standing up to 26 inches at the shoulder,
the German Shepherd has a medium, dense double coat that may be solid
black, black and tan, or any shade of sable. A heavy shedder, the German Shepherd's coat should be brushed regularly.
After Rin Tin Tin hit the movie theatres, the German Shepherd's popularity soared. A superb watch dog and guardian for the family, the German Shepherd is loyal, devoted to his family, and fearless. He is also strong, agile, and muscular. Because he bonds so closely with his family, the German Shepherd is not happy if left alone for long periods. As he is highly intelligent and responsive, the German Shepherd should begin obedience training early. His owner must be strong and confident. Socialization to other pets should occur when he is a puppy. The German Shepherd has great stamina and, like his farm dog ancestors, he is capable of trotting all day long. He requires a fenced yard and lots of exercise including a daily walk. |
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Breeders
| California |
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| Debra Lynn Sherman 875 Washington Street Mountain View, CA 94043 (650) 969-1341 Email: ShermanRanchGSD@aol.com Email: no-mars@gorge.net |
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Missouri
Wanda Hanson
c/o C. Hegal
6132 Alaska Avenue
St. Louis, MO 63111
Email:
hanson.w@sasktel.net
Ohio
Kellie
and Paren Mintern
5181 State Route 7
Burghill, OH 44404
(303) 772-3801
Email: MiSheps@aol.com
Oregon
Becky Alexander
39547 McKenzie Hwy
Walterville, OR 97489
(541) 726-0905
Email:
vhk9ddr@msn.com
Pennsylvania
Beth
Dorton
(570) 587-5582
Email: KDorton371@aol.com
Wyoming
Cel
Hope
4817 Big Horn Avenue
Sheridan, WY 82801
(307) 674-4800
Email: celhaus@fiberpipe.net
