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German shepards need lots of exercise, if you were to have one in an apartment you would need to give it a ton of exercise and outdoor time, it would be a huge commitment if you werent willing to walk that dog two to three times a day for long intervals it really wouldn't be fair. German shepards are also very intellegent and need stimulation you would need to give it lots of entertaining toys and puzzle games. If you have to, you could but a smaller, less active dog would be a lot happier in an apartment
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 13y agoI don't think so they are to big to keep in an apartment.
No, I do not agree.
Size has nothing to do with it, but breed. I wouldn't necessarily say a GS is the perfect dog for an apartment but it is doable IF you commit around 12 years to the dog of daily work and exercise, not to mention play time, love etc etc. GSs need lots of exercise and something to do. Otherwise you will be frustrated with the dog and the dog will suffer. You do not want to find out what a bored GS can do and will do .. or if neglected .... GS need to be with their human and wants to please its human. It's the mankind not the dogs that start the bad things.
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∙ 12y agoYes, very happily as long as there is plenty of room and ability to exercise/walk 2-3 times a day. My shepherd was solely an outdoor dog when I moved to an apartment. She was so happy to be by my side and took on the role of guarding the two male cats. She would take me to where they were when I arrived home each evening.
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Are German Shepherds good around strangers?
German Shepherds have an natural instinct to guard you from strangers, but if socialized properly with humans AND DOGS they will not attack unless you are in danger.
Are German Shepherds good house pets?
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Are German Shepherds good with adults?
Yes, they are. But, REMEMBER TO BE NICE! German Shepherd Dogs will be aggressive if they feel threatened!
Are german shepherds good with other dogs?
Yes if they are properly socialized at a young age.
Are German shepherds good hunting dogs?
No, I suggest a retriever, cocker spaniel, or an english settler.
Is the German Shepherd a smart breed of dog?
Yes they are very smart dogs. German shepherds are used for many things such as drug dogs, police dogs, seeing eye dogs, guard \ watch dogs, and etc. German shepherds are great dogs they are loving, protective, and amazing dogs.
Do German shepherds make good hunting dogs?
I guess they could be used for hunting but they are better guard dogs. They can be used as a hunting companion instead.
What is the most famous police dogs?
German Shepherds are the most famous police dogs. They have a great personality, and also they have sharp teeth to attack their victims. They also have a good sense of smelling to see who did the crime, also they are really good at guarding. That's why today they are called watch dogs. Mostly you will see police officers with German Shepherds, that means most likely that they would rather choose these dogs all of these reasons.
Are German shepherds good sniffers?
YES
How German shepherds are used for the police?
it doesn't matter witch gender for a police dog, all dogs (mostly German shephards) are good for police dogs, as long as they can do the job, isn't that the point, to get the job done, it doesn't matter what breed or gender
Are German Shepherds good family dogs?
Yes, German Shepherds are brilliant dogs and they are very loyal. They will protect you too. iI have a German Shepherd and she is very loyal, loves kids and gets along with other dogs too. I would defiantly recommend a German Shepherd as a pet.Yeah, I personally think that German Shepherds are the best dogs to have with a family. They are loyal,and great with children. If you are going to pick a dog, you should defiantly pick the German Shepherd Dog.However like all dogs, German Shepherds can be very vicious if they aren't trained properly so if you plan to have one, especially around children, make sure it receives proper training so it doesn't bite anybody.
Are German Shepherds good sporting dogs?
No, the German Shepherd is classes as a working/herding dog.But they can be used as sporting dogs. They often are used as guard dogs too.A dog that could be common in sporting such as dog races would be a Pharaoh Hound or a Greyhound. Maybe a Great Dane.
