We bought a German shepherd pup in October. We brought him home at 6 weeks old. His ears stood up at 7 weeks old. I have kept picture logs and specifically marked the day his ears stood up.
German Shepherd's are born with naturally floppy ears as their cartilage in their ears has not yet developed enough to support them. Most German Shepherd's ears will stand up eventually, all though there are sometimes Dogs that retain their floppy ears. The vast majority, however, will have erect ears in time.
It's unlikely. Most often when a prick eared dog is mixed with a drop eared dog the ears will not stand.
I have A German Shepherd And His Ears Stand up my them Selfs...You never want to use Glue or any thing Like that on you Pet......Some German Shepherds Have what is called weak ear where the ear or ears will never stand up Just Live with it.......Or If you are in the need to see them standing Call a Vet......
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Absolutely not ! That's mutilation - just as 'tail docking' is !
No, you do not "have to" crop any dogs ears.
A baby German Shepherd, also known as a puppy, typically has a fluffy coat that can be black, tan, or a combination of both colors. They have floppy ears that will eventually stand up as they grow older. German Shepherd puppies are usually energetic and playful, with a cute and curious expression on their face.
The ears should rise within 9 months of age. "SOFT" ears are a disqualifying factor only in the show ring.
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Some dog breeds that have naturally pricked ears include the German Shepherd, Siberian Husky, Pembroke Welsh Corgi, and Basenji. These breeds are known for their alert and attentive appearance due to their erect ears.
God I hope your dog doesn't have any more than it's supposed to. A normal dog has two ears, two eyes, four legs, etc.