7 Essential Commands Your Dog Needs to Know

March 10, 2021
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/ By Shepped Team

Adopting a dog is amazing, but it comes with the responsibility of training and taking care of your dog. Training a dog is not as hard as it may sound, and you will need to know some easy tricks to be

German Shepherds- Perpetual Motion Machines

February 13, 2021
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/ By Shepped Team
/ 1 COMMENT

Those intelligent, brown eyes are staring at me. Again. I close my laptop and look at Cody who is now pretending to lick one of his paws while giving me sidelong glances. “You know, you’re seven

German Shepherd Names – What Are The Most Commonly Used Names?

February 3, 2021
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/ By Shepped Team
/ 13 COMMENTS

Congratulations! You have just become a dog owner, often referred to as a pet parent. One of your first responsibilities to your German Shepherd puppy is to give him or her a good name. There are a

10 Perfect Gifts to Pamper Your Dog With

February 3, 2021
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/ By Shepped Team

“Dogs are not our whole life, but they make our lives whole.” So, it becomes very important for us to make their lives whole as well. From spending a day swimming with them to exploring the beach,

Miniature German Shepherd? Or Playing Tricks With Your Eyes?

February 2, 2021
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/ By Shepped Team
/ 11 COMMENTS

There is a lot of confusion when it comes to the Miniature German Shepherd. Many think that it is just a smaller version of a standard GSD. This simply is not true. If there are any small full bred

6 Tips On How To Care For A German Shepherd

February 2, 2021
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/ By Shepped Team

Caring for an energetic, enthusiastic, and loyal dog can be challenging. German Shepherds are all of those things and more. When properly trained and raised, a German Shepherd will make an excellent

The German Shepherd Temperament – Aggressive or Just a Myth?

January 31, 2021
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Those who aren’t familiar with German Shepherd temperament may only know them as police dogs, military dogs, search and rescue dogs and tracking dogs. But they actually have a well-balanced demeanor

Long Haired German Shepherd = Long Hair Problems? Nope

January 29, 2021
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/ By Shepped Team
/ 29 COMMENTS

The Long Haired German Shepherd is a rare sight for many since the gene is recessive and is known to be a genetic fault. Even two short haired German Shepherds can produce longhaired offspring if the

German Shepherd Colors – Different Coat And Color Varieties

January 29, 2021
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/ By Shepped Team
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German Shepherds have a dense, flat, coarse, straight coat that lies against their body. They have an undercoat that is soft and thick. The outer coat can also be slightly wavy or long. Hence the

The Black German Shepherd – True or Myth?

January 28, 2021
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/ By Shepped Team
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True! Black German Shepherds sometimes take people by surprise with their solid dark color coat. Commonly they are even mistaken as a mixed breed or another dog breed. The Black German Shepherd

The DDR German Shepherd Pure Bred Work Dog That’s Good With Kids

January 27, 2021
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/ By Shepped Team
/ 9 COMMENTS

The popularity of DDR German Shepherds, also known as Deutsches Demokratische Republik German Shepherds, has been growing for many years now. During both World Wars, German Shepherds were sought after

German Shepherd Lifespan – Expectancy & Preparation For The Long Haul

January 27, 2021
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/ By Shepped Team
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Dog owners usually begin to wonder what the life expectancy of their German Shepherd is after they have lived with them for some time. The thought of not having your beautiful German Shepherd

White German Shepherd – A Complete Guide To A White-Coat Dog

January 26, 2021
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/ By Shepped Team
/ 7 COMMENTS

One of the first questions many people ask when they see a solid white German Shepherd is if it is an Albino. No, they are not actually an albino dog. Albino is described as an organism that exhibits

How Long Is it Safe to Leave a Dog Alone

January 21, 2021
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/ By Shepped Team

While most adult humans might cope with being left alone for 8+ hours a day, not all dogs can. Dogs are like people in many ways; the length of time you can leave them alone per day depends on the

What Are The Most Popular German Shepherd Mixes

January 21, 2021
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When many people think of German Shepherds, they think of a dog that resembles Rin Tin Tin in size and color. While “Rinny” was certainly a great example of a handsome, intelligent GSD, there are

German Shepherd Eye Colors Explained

January 15, 2021
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/ By Shepped Team

Almost, every one of us has come across a German shepherd at least once in this lifetime. Only a few of us ever took a closer look to a German Shepherd eye color. Because of its courageous and devoted

4 Dog Breeds That Require A Bit of Extra Care From Owners

November 4, 2020
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/ By Shepped Team

Dogs are some of the most beloved creatures we keep as pets. As much joy as these adorable creatures bring us, solely by virtue of their existence, they need to be taken care of. Some breed though,

Learn How Much a Pomeranian Dog Can Cost You

July 21, 2020
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/ By Shepped Team

When you come to buy a puppy for your family or home, you will have to choose from hundreds of breeds. We are all fans of German shepherds but today we will learn about this adorable small breed.

Vet Recommended Feeding Guidelines For Your German Shepherd Dog

February 4, 2019
/ Health And Care
/ By Shepped Team
/ 77 COMMENTS

Updated: August 15 2020 A German Shepherd has certain health and physical requirements that can be met with the help of high-quality food. GSDs are strong, athletic, and active dogs.

The Guide To Making A DIY Dog Crate

December 14, 2018
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/ By Shepped Team

Owning a dog means investing in all of the accessories and things that make their lives better. For most dog owners, this means having a dog crate. Although these accessories are certainly useful, they