How long before clipping your German sheperds ears?
Never. There is no reason this should ever be done. It is inhumane and unnecessary.
A schnauzers ears should be cropped between 6 and 10 weeks old, any later than that and your odds of them standing goes down. It is not necessary to have the cropped, however many show dogs still do this to keep the original look of the breed. The ears are usually completely heeled by 9 weeks of age if done at six weeks. It is a cosmetic surgery for dogs, just like many humans have things changed.
Can you be allergic to only German Shepherds and no other breed of dog?
Yes. Dogs can be allergic to other dogs. Specially if one dog has longer hair and is outside often. It puts pollen onto the dogs coat and if the dogs play together or lick each other the pollen causes allergies.
How well do German Shepherds take care of their puppies?
Do you have a German Shepherd dog and need to know how to take care of him/her? This provides a practical and detailed guide for exactly how to look after a German Shepherd dog successfully.
There are following tips for caring:
1- Give your German Shepherd a way to keep cool
2- Teach your German Shepherd tricks
3- Bathe your shepherd if you feel they need it
4- Exercise your dog
5- Feed your GSD properly
Is German shepherd the best choice?
It depends on your lifestyle, family and environment. The German Shepherd is a very faithful, loyal companion and will always stick by your side if you train and care for him properly. German Shepherd Dogs are capable of getting along with most pets and especially younger kids if also introduced properly. German Shepherds require moderate exercise at least once a day. For more information you should try reading the German Shepherd Dog Kennel Club Book.
When can a German shepherd get pregnant?
Female German Shepherds generally have their first heat cycle at around 6 to 12 months of age. Sometimes, a female GSD may not have their first seasonal estrus cycle until they are 12 months of age or older, depending on that particular dog. Remember, however, that this information is very general and not all female dogs will follow these exact patterns any more than female humans.
Read here to learn more: http://www.total-german-shepherd.com/female-GSD-in-heat.html
How often can a German shepherd have puppies?
Well, normally, for the first litter, she should have 3-6 puppies. I have a German shepherd, and she had 10 puppies! I know that's alot. Anyway, as long as you check up on your puppies and the mom too, everyday, for a while, and as long as they are healthy and happy, they should be fine. And if you see anything wrong contact a vet, or a local animal shelter to help you out.
Do all German shepherds have brown eyes?
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
How long do Belgian Shepherds live?
the last post was in accurate my belguim is 16 and still in good condition
How much should you feed your German Shepherd?
Around the age of three or four weeks, they should be introduced to small amounts of puppy food. At first, they may play in it but will learn soon enough what to do with it. By the time they're weaned (about seven to eight weeks), they should be able to get complete nutrition from solid food. Puppies of small breeds (under 20 pounds as an adult) will reach full maturity by nine to 12 months, while large breeds (over 50 pounds) may not reach full maturity until the age of two. Unless you have other pets, your small-breed puppy is generally best fed with the free-feeding method. Most of them will develop good eating habits with food available to them at all times. Larger breed puppies should be fed with the portion control method. Some of the larger breeds are prone to bone growth problems and if they are overfed, excess protein and calcium can put them at higher risk for hypertrophic osteodystrophy (HOD), osteochondritis dissecans (OCD), and hip dysplasia.
What are German shepherd habitat?
They love to work so if you have one try to start training for him/her to sniff things out,you could go outside and hide treats and teach him/her to find them.They also love to be loved and be around people,they l;ove lots of attention.
How do you get a German Shepherds ears to stand up?
Some ears simply need time to prick up on their own. However, if you are concerned that they will not stand on their own, there is a trick you can use. (Don't laugh.) Take tampon tubes and feed his ears into them. Then use adhesive tape to wrap the tubes and secure them in place. Remove the tubes every few days to let the ears breathe and check on their progress. Repeat as necessary.
How old should a German Shepard be before breeding?
After the female has had her first in-heat cycle is prefered which is at about 8 months of age but diff breeds vary. they go through cycle every 6 months so wait till after 1st cycle if you want healthy puppies
How do German Shepard's adapt?
They shed more if the weather is hotter and they shed less if the weather is colder.
How do German sheperd's move around?
German shepherd like to have a job instead of getting petted. The games they like to play are usually ball games and chew on big meaty bones. And that also like being trained in a positive mood.
Is a labrador bigger than a German sheperd?
Yes, most of time, I know that the biggest labrador living is bigger than the biggest German shepherd, at least.
Can a German shepherd eat a whole lamb bone?
no no no no no no no no no no no no no no or is it big enoughno no no no no no no no no no no no no no or is it big enoughno no no no no no no no no no no no no no or is it big enough
How many times a year do you breed the German sherperd dog?
Ours has gone into heat/season 3 times in the past year.
Who are the enemies of a German shepherd and how does it protect itself?
At what age can you breed a male Australian shepherd?
you want your Aussie to be 2 years old to start breeding
How old are German cockroaches when they breed?
The lifespan of the cockroach depends on the species. American Cockroaches live about a year on average. Brownbanded Cockroaches live about 10 months. Madagascar Hissing Cockroaches can live up to 5 years!
Varieties of purebred dogs are maintained is?
They are maintained by reputable breeder's who love a certain breed and produce high quality stock from good blood lines.