When do German Shepherds Calm Down? German Shepherds can start to calm down anywhere between the ages of 2 and 7 years old. There are many different factors to take into account. Their individual personality, and how much exercise and stimulation they get are just a few factors to take into account. German Shepherds are […]
Why do German Shepherds Tilt Their Heads?
Why do German Shepherds tilt their heads? German Shepherds are great dogs that have their own unique and adorable gestures. There are quite a few different gestures, but a popular one is tilting their heads when you speak. Many shepherd owners have often wondered if there was a reason behind their dog’s head tilt. The […]
Are German Shepherds Good With Cats?
Are Germans Shepherds good with cats? The saying goes “they fight like cat and dog”. Dogs love to chase and cats won’t tolerate unwanted attention. Introducing cats and dogs into the same house is not always easy. Most cats are nervous about other animals and many dog breeds have a high prey drive. German Shepherds […]
Are German Shepherds Aggressive? – Including 6 Different Types Of Dog Aggression And Warning Signs
Are German Shepherds Aggressive? It’s shocking to see the amount of untrue accusations on the internet answering this question. A lot of websites deem the German Shepherd dog to be a truly aggressive breed and this simply isn’t true. True aggression in German Shepherds is very rare. All dogs are capable of displaying aggressive behaviors, […]
German Shepherd Jumping Up – Why They Do it and How To Stop It
German Shepherd Jumping Up: We all know the story. A visitor comes to your home. Your puppy gets excited at the prospect of all the petting he is about to get. He loses all control and starts jumping at your guest in a desperate bid to get as close to them as possible. Everyone laughs […]
Do German Shepherds Dig? 7 Possible Causes and Solutions
German Shephards can be wonderful family dogs with the right training. But, they are also highly intelligent creatures with energy to burn. So it is understandable that so many prospective GSD owners ask the following: do German Shepherds dig? Do German Shepherds dig? In short, yes German Shepherds can dig and some dogs will do […]
Are German Shepherds Good With Babies? (Our First Hand Experience)
Congratulations! The fact you’ve found this article means you’re either expecting a human baby or looking to add a fur baby to your family. With two kids (Aged 3years and 4months) and two older German Shepherds (Aged 8 & 9) we are no strangers to the nerves, challenges, and ultimately amazing bond these super dogs […]
How To Introduce A German Shepherd To A Cat
Common stereotypes and many movies would have cats and dogs as sworn enemies but how true is this? We’ve always had dogs and cats who get on really well together. In our home Kovu the cat is top dog. He will determine when rough and tumble play is acceptable and when it’s time to curl […]
How High Can German Shepherds Jump? Why Do They Jump Fences And How Can We Stop It
There is nothing better than watching your German Shepherd leap through a field full of crops. Seeing that super excited face bounding around is one of the best sights you can share with your German Shepherd but reverse that scenario to your yard and the sight of your German Shepherd jumping at the fence call […]
German Shepherd bite inhibition
If your German Shepherd puppy is biting and nipping, you are not alone, all puppies bite. Biting is what comes natural to your puppy, that being said puppies have very sharp teeth and when they bite it can really hurt. Biting and mouthing is a completely normal behaviour for young puppies, especially if they are […]