The German Shepherd Dog is a large breed that originated in Germany in the late 19th century. They are a working breed, and can be used for a variety of tasks, from herding and guarding to search and rescue. They have a thick double coat, in a variety of colors, and are highly intelligent and loyal. They are an active breed, and need plenty of exercise and mental stimulation.
At a glance
- Life expectancy
- 7–10 years
- Weight
- Male 30–40 kg · Female 22–32 kg
- Height at withers
- Male 60–65 cm · Female 55–60 cm
- Origin
- late 19th century (1899) · Germany
- Coat
- double, medium
- Colors
- Black with tan/red/brown markings, Black and tan, Black and red, Sable, Black, Grey/black and grey
- Hypoallergenic
- No
- Other names
- Deutscher Schäferhund, Alsatian, GSD
- Recognized by
- AKC, FCI, UKC, KC, CKC, ANKC, NZKC
Traits
Energy
Barking
Shedding
Grooming
Drooling
Trainability
With children
With other dogs
With strangers
Apartment friendly
Daily exercise90 min per day