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German Shepherd's come in a vary of colours and are always that colour when born.
Yes...and no. There are purebred, registered German Shepherds who happen to be white. However, under the AKC they are disqualified for showing in the breed ring. This led to a movement to create a separate breed called the White Shepherd (as opposed to the white German Shepherd) under the UKC (United Kennel Club). There was a period of time when a registered white German Shepherd could compete under either breed, but I believe they are now considered two separate breeds. Owners of white German Shepherds had to choose which they wanted their dog to be. Part of the reason for this split is not just about color. On average, White Shepherds have more of a traditional look than modern AKC show German Shepherds. White Shepherds have level backs and are not over angulated, going back to what the German Shepherd was in the 60's and 70's.
Infinite variation and combination of colors is possible.
black and brown RKRmiler added: and tanish!
White German Shepherds are the same as the traditional German Shepherds in terms of behavior and characteristics, but they have a white coat color due to a recessive gene. They can be equally good as pets, as long as they receive proper training, socialization, and care just like any other German Shepherd.
It all depends if you like the color or not... Breeders and judges like seeing red and black German shepherds better than gray... but I personally think their cute.
most of them are born black and they turn lighter colored as they get older
I've never heard of a GSD without color in their eyes... lol. Not sure what you mean. Do you mean colors like blue? If so, then the only way is if they are albino. GSD's typically have amber eyes
All pure breed German shepherds no matter the color all have the same average weight.In every dog their color does not matter it is the breed.
the breed standard is black any other color means the dog is a mix
He/She is probably a German shepherd mix. If you had ever noticed that German Shepherds vary in color and size from one to the other, and had gathered though research that these animals were bred with many types of shepherd dog, with a main cross being the wolf, you might agree that it stands to reason that if fact this dog may actually be a German Shepherd with a different heritage. From what you have said in the question I would say it's a German shepherd Akita mix. :)
An agile, strong, balanced large breed of dog. The snout is long and narrow, ears are pricked. Tail tapers to a point and is carried low. Color, typically black and tan, sable, black, or red and black. Loyal and strong, protective and smart. Highly trainable and biddable.German Shepherds are powerful and third most intelligent dogs in the world. 75% of police dogs are German Shepherds. German Shepherds have extremely powerful bite force and have defined pointed ears (non-cropped) and thick fur which is usually tan with a black sadle and dark snout. German shepherds are fierce and loyal guard dogs but gentle and caring family dogs that will stay by your side through thick and thin. Third most popular dog in the world (MORE popular than golden retriever.)There are several types of German Shepherds today and to give you a simple ,understanding of each one,not to go in detail. All of them are related and posses the same basic characteristics : loyal , friend , ability to work and protector.