German Shepherd Training and Breed Information

German Shepherd Dogs are one of the most sought after companion dogs in the world, and for good reason...

GSD's (sometimes called Alsations) were first bred in Germany in the late 1800's. We can thank Captain Max Von Stephanitz for developing this fantastic breed, which has spread to all parts of the globe in recent years. The German Shepherd has proven to be the most versatile of all dog breeds, they are basically good at just about anything!
 
The GSD's high intelligence, strong athletic physique and silky smooth movement has seen the breed excel at all kinds of duties. German Shepherds are trained and considered invaluable in such jobs as seeing eye dogs, police work, search and rescue, herding, protection, bomb and drug detection and as guard dogs. They also relish activities which stimulate their acute senses such as tracking, agility, flyball, endurance work, schutzhund and German Shepherd obedience training.

It's in their role as family pets that the German Shepherd really comes into its own. When provided adequate puppy socialization, regular exercise and some specific German Shepherd training they make brilliant household companions. German Shepherds love nothing more than to spend time bonding with their human family. They are happiest when included in all family activities like swimming, running, playing, walking through the forest or even just lazing on the couch. German Shepherds are well known and much loved for the close bond they share with their family (for this reason separation anxiety can sometimes be a concern).