Herding group · Large size

German Shepherd

Loyal, confident, courageous, and trainable

Germany9–13 years

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Weight50–90 lb

Height22–26 in

OriginGermany

Lifespan9–13 years

Living well together

Care at a glance

GroomingModerate

ExerciseModerate

SheddingModerate

Good with kidsYes

Good with other dogsYes

TrainabilityModerate

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Brush a few times weekly; heavy seasonal shedder.

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Vigorous daily exercise and purposeful training.

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Hip and elbow dysplasia and degenerative myelopathy can occur.