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The German Shepherd Coat and Skin Care GSDs do shed, so one of the first things nearly every breeder will tell you is to invest in a good vacuum cleaner! But there are several ways to cut down on the shedding. AKC Breeder of Merit Wendy Wilson of St. Ledgers Shepherds recommends brushing every other day, and says that by doing so, “you won’t have balls of fur lying around your house.” Wilson advises using a AKC Breeder of Merit and professional dog trainer Lisa Walsh of Loyalville German Shepherds also recommends the Furminator, which she uses weekly most of the time, increasing in frequency to daily during heavy shedding periods. Like Wilson, she finds the de-shedding tool is enough for routine brushing, although, when she is showing a dog, she will use a slicker brush just before going into the ring. (She cautions that those showing their dogs will not want to use a Furminator too soon before a show, as its purpose is to loosen and pull out stray hairs, and some of those extra hairs may turn up when you least expect them during a show.) Wilson advises GSD owners to “do the de-shedding outside,” due to the amount of fur that will be released from your GSD’s coat during a good brushing with this tool. Walsh echoes this sentiment, saying, “It’s amazing what you can get out in five to ten minutes with a de-shedding tool.” Herding Group Third and Best of Breed: GCH CH Marquis' Hermes V Kenlyn (Tony), German Shepherd Dog; 2017 AKC National Championship presented by Royal Canin...

German Shepherd Rescue Information: The German Shepherd is a large, highly intelligent working dog. German Shepherds are very protective, but not hostile; they make great guard dogs and wonderful companions. German Shepherds should be well socialized early in life. German Shepherds that are properly trained and socialized are good with children and other pets. This breed can adapt to apartment life with sufficient exercise.

I’m sure you’ll agree that a well-trained dog is a pleasure to live with! This is especially true for a large and powerful breed like your GSD. Of course, starting early with your German Shepherd training will set the stage nicely for the future. And thanks to the German Shepherd’s strong work ethic and drive, even older Shepherds will benefit from training at any stage of their life. As a certified professional dog trainer, I coach dog guardians and their dogs to learn new skills, improve existing skills and work through behavior challenges. These dogs range from puppies to adult and rescue dogs. So I know it’s possible to start implementing successful plans in your German Shepherd’s training no matter their age! So, whether you’ve just brought home your first German Shepherd. Or if you’ve finally decided it’s time to teach your old dog new tricks… You’ve come to the right place to get my best tips for training your German Shepherd using positivity and kindness. You’ll learn: • My 7 golden rules for German Shepherd training. • Positive reinforcement training my 4 x 3 method. • One vital skill all dogs and their guardians should practice. But first… The Lowdown on Your GSD’s Intelligence It is a fact that German Shepherds are among the brightest and most intelligent working dogs. According to a book published by Dr. Stanley Coren in 1994, “The Intelligence of Dogs,” the book documents different breeds and their speed of learning and responding. • The number of repetitions ...

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German Shepherd doing a police dog demo. Belgian Malinois doing a police dog demo. In fact, as early as 1908, the Also dating back to the late 1800s, “Although the primary and original purpose of the German Shepherd was herding sheep (in what we refer to as a tending fashion), the breed soon became popular with the police and as Different Physical Qualities Both breeds are similar in height. Males stand 24-26 inches high at the withers and females 22-24 inches. But the majority of Malinois are lighter than most German Shepherds. The male Malinois weighs 60-80 pounds and the female weighs 40-60 pounds. In contrast, a male German Shepherd can weigh up to 90 pounds and a female up to 70 pounds. MacKay, former vice president and over 25-year member of the German Shepherd in the conformation ring. Belgian Malinois in the conformation ring. On the other hand, the Degen, a member of the Common Personality Traits According to MacKay, the Malinois is energetic, intelligent, and inquisitive. They possess a lively character evident in a proud carriage and sparkling, attentive eyes. These dogs possess an intense desire to work, and this trait is usually directed at the owner. “The Belgian Malinois is an exceptional watchdog,” she adds. “Vigilant yet responsive, they balance all the qualities needed in a stock dog, protector, and sensible working partner.” Belgian Malinois puppy. “Besides being shown in Of course, the herding background of both breeds leads to certain shared personalit...

Glycogen storage disease (GSD) is a rare metabolic disorder where the body is not able to properly store or break down glycogen, a form of sugar or glucose. GSD affects the liver, muscles and other areas of the body, depending on the specific type. The body’s cells need a steady supply of fuel, in the form of a simple sugar called glucose to function. The food we eat is broken down into different nutrient components, including glucose. The excess glucose that is not needed right away is stored as glycogen in the liver and muscle cells to use later. When the body needs more energy, enzymes break down glycogen into glucose, a process called glycogen metabolism or glycogenolysis. Children with GSD are missing one of the several enzymes that break down glycogen, and glycogen can build up in the liver, causing problems in the liver, muscles or other parts of the body. When the enzyme deficiency affects the liver, it leads to low blood glucose levels (also called GSD is hereditary, meaning it is passed down from parents to children. For most types of GSD, both parents are unaffected carriers, meaning they carry one copy of a misspelled gene that can cause GSD paired with a normal copy of the gene. When both parents pass the misspelled gene to a child, the child has no normal copy of that gene and therefore develops GSD. In most cases GSD is diagnosed within the first year of life, but in some cases the diagnosis may not be made until later in childhood. Glycogen storage disorder...

The existence of the Growing up in an affluent family in mid-19 th-Century Germany, Max Emil Friedrich von Stephanitz had always wanted to study agriculture, even spending time at Berlin’s veterinary school. But instead pursuing his dream to be a gentleman farmer, he relented to family pressure and joined the military. As a cavalry officer in the German countryside, Von Stephanitz came to admire the sheep-herding dogs he encountered there for their intelligence and lightning-fast responsiveness. But as modernity encroached and grazing land slowly evaporated, these peerless sheepdogs began dwindling in number. Before they disappeared entirely, Von Stephanitz decide to create a formal breed of German sheepdog, buying a sprawling estate near the Bavarian town of Grafath on which to raise them. His continuing quest for breeding stock prompted Von Stephanitz to attend one of the country’s largest dog shows in April 1899, accompanied by his friend Artur Meyer. And that is where he spotted a dog named Hektor Linksrhein. While the 4-year-old’s striking, wolf-like appearance doubtless first drew Von Stephanitz’s eye, his intelligence and depth of character sealed the deal. “A gentleman with a boundless zest for living” is how Von Stephanitz described him. Impressed, Von Stephanitz gladly handed over 200 German gold marks to purchase the dog on the spot. Von Stephanitz gave this prized acquisition a new name – Horand von Grafrath – and, soon, a new identity: Within a month, Von Step...