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German Shepherd Dog
Generally considered dogkind’s finest all-purpose worker, the German Shepherd Dog is a large, agile, muscular dog of noble character and high intelligence. Loyal, confident, courageous, and steady, the German Shepherd is truly a dog lover’s delight.
https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/german-shepherd-dog/
| February 20, 2025

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Best German Shepherd Dog Names for Your New Puppy
German Shepherd Dogs are marked by their smarts, confidence, and unshakable bravery. While the breed is all of those powerful things, they are also graceful, gentle souls who can be a great match for the right family.
Like with any pet though, it's important to fully understand a breed's specific needs and personality before bringing [...]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/best-german-shepherd-dog-puppy-names/
| February 20, 2025
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18 Items All German Shepherd Lovers NEED Right Now
Tilt to the left. Tilt to the right. Swivel back through center to the left. Classic German Shepherd Dog head tilt that everyone GSD-lover knows so well. Not all of these gifts exemplify the head tilt of the GSD, but they all strike the right chord with any German Shepherd owner.
1. Coffee Mug [...]
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| February 20, 2025
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What Was the German Shepherd Bred to Do?
By now the lean, chiseled body of Rin Tin Tin is engraved in most people’s minds. A faithful companion, best friend, and super sleuth alongside his partners, Rin Tin Tin brought the emblematic German Shepherd Dog into our lives and living rooms throughout the years, gaining popularity for this intelligent dog breed that [...]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/what-was-the-gsd-bred-to-do/
| February 20, 2025

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German Shepherd Dog vs. Belgian Malinois: How to Tell the Difference
Everybody's familiar with the German Shepherd Dog. After all, they've been one of America's most popular breeds for years. But not everybody is quite as well acquainted with the Belgian Malinois. In fact, their similar coloring and heritage as herding breeds might lead some people to mistake the Belgian Malinois for the German Shepherd Dog [...]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/german-shepherd-dog-vs-belgian-malinois/
| February 20, 2025

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German Shepherd Dog History: From Sheep Herding Dog to Popular Companion
German Shepherd Dog history owes its existence, in large part, to the remarkable dog breeder Max von Stephanitz. Learn all about the origins of this hard-working dog breed.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/german-shepherd-dog-history/
| February 20, 2025

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Is a German Shepherd Dog a Good Fit for You?
Finding the perfect dog for your lifestyle is a difficult choice, and there's a lot to consider. With so many options, how do you know which breed is right for you? The German Shepherd Dog is described as courageous, confident, and smart. This member of the Herding Group was developed to have a unique work [...]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/german-shepherd-dog-right-for-you/
| February 20, 2025

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How to Groom a German Shepherd Dog
AKC Breeders of Merit share tips on how to groom a German Shepherd Dog, from best brushes to dealing with nails.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/tips-for-grooming-german-shepherd/
| February 20, 2025
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News From the German Shepherd Dog World
Great things have occurred and will continue to do so in the coming months for the German Shepherd Dog. The German Shepherd Dog Club of America has organized and implemented its Working Dog (SV) program. This was begun due to the extreme amount of interest from our members in the working dog sport, which [...]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/german-shepherd-dog-world/
| February 20, 2025
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Six Great Ways to Get Involved In the German Shepherd Dog World
So you've fallen in love with the stunning, brilliant breed known as the German Shepherd Dog. You are not alone. The German Shepherd, also known by the shorthand GSD, is among the world's most popular canine companions and workers. If you want a job done—whether it's apprehending dangerous criminals, sniffing [...]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/get-involved-german-shepherd-world/
| February 20, 2025