look around u! ever see a breed that is used for more tasks? the german shepard is used for soo many different things by soo many different indaviduals and orginizations for a reason.they r not for beginers. they r super smart & very adaptable to any environment as long as they get a good run every day or at least get some kind of stimulation almost every day; worlds best breed.

I adopted a German Shepherd about 5 years ago, she was 4 years old at the time. Ever since then, this dog has been nothing but loyal to me and my family, she knows that I am her owner and she does nothing else but make me happy. She sits by my front gate when I leave somewhere & she won't move from it until I get back. I love my German shepherd. Shes the best thing that's ever happened to me. I would recommend one to anyone looking for a big dog ! Their also really good with children & other dogs.

My boyfriend had our shephard before I moved in. When I moved in, he started to eat my belongings. We used butter apple and it helped. It also helped when my boyfriend would pay attention to him when I was around. He never barked, ever, even at other dogs outside until we got in an accident this summer and I was laid up for months. He got protective and even more lovey than before. He loves playing with other dogs. The ONLY thing that helped his energy is getting another dog. Our shephard had so much energy and paced all the time even after hours of playing. We got a goldendoodle and it changed everything :) so if you want a shephard, get another one or get another dog :)

We got a GSD as a family dog when I was about 15. My dad trained her, with no prior experience. I thought he did a great job! She learned to never bark, unless a stranger came into the home (we never discouraged this), she never jumped up and never overly licked people. After reading many reviews, maybe he just did an OK job, because she was so intelligent and easy and eager to train. She used to pull on the leash when she was a pup, but before long, she was heeling nicely. She got along with my cat, which we got AFTER we acquired her. She even used to herd my cat, if she escaped the house. It was amazing to see how naturally she herded. Ahhhhh what can I say. I miss her to bits! Never thought I'd get another, but again, after reading reviews on how remarkable this breed is, I think we are going to get another. I still get watery eyed remembering having to put her down, so young. She ended up with stomach cancer at only 10 and would have terrible seizures (tearing up as I write). But honestly, with love, guidance, leadership and good training, these dogs are phenomenal.

When I was about 8 yrs. old my family were moving into a house my dad had built for us, construction was just barely or almost complete. I was in a part of the house with one of the laborers and our German Shepherd "Misty", out of sight of anyone else. The worker approached me and put his hand up my shirt. I knew this was wrong and slapped his hand away, the instant I did that Misty lunged at the worker biting him right around his belly button. With a surprised look on his face the worker jumped back and checked his injury. Misty stood still between him and I staring directly at him, I'll never forget that. I'd like to think she was telling him "You want to try that again buddy?" From that day on Misty would not allow any adult male near me without her close personal supervision. I kept quiet about this for about 35 years or so, I don't know why, I guess I appreciate this breed a lot more than I care what anybody thinks.

the dogs are amazing i had germandshepards all my lifea dn they are the cutest things and they are very intelligent and my old dog acuually used to open my door

Ive never really liked animals because of the chewing house breaking etc. I bought my Gsd with my husband and as soon as he was old enough we brought him home. He literally always went outside never in his cage. Couple accidents inside but he whined to go just we were busy. Great with my 4 year old he loves him they always play together. He is a puppy still about 15 weeks and does snap playing around but not bad. He's Definetly a big part of our family. Just like another big baby. German shepherds are a fantastic choice.

I think German Shepherds are distinctive in terms of their attachment and loyalty to their owners. We have only had two, but with both I was acutely aware of feeling protected and safe with them. Although neither of them were aggressive in any way, I sensed that they were assessing anyone who was a stranger, e.g. anyone who even looked at me when I was walking them. I have learned from my mistakes in terms of not socalising one of them enough with children and adults when he was younger, so he would get quite excited and want to be dominant with certain visitors. I tried to train my visitors but this is not the way it should be! Anyone who was too exciting or over friendly with one of them would have to endure an embarassing dominant display of macho behaviour. Being clear about who was boss in the house seemed to work best. I am awestruck by the caretaking instinct of this dog. Whenever someone younger, a teenager or child came to stay, we became invisible, and the dogs seemed obsessed with where they were (e.g. anxiously waiting for them to get up in the morning, rushing past us to try and get upstairs to wait outside the visitors room until they rose). We have just lost our second German Shepherd, and we feel truly lost. I didnt realise how safe I felt with this dog until now. We have never been without dogs, but there is something special about the GSD in this regard. I get upset that so many people view them with suspicion, and as someone who is about to begin the process of assessment to foster children, I am anxious that our choice of pet will be viewed negatively.

I love my German Shepherd Dog to pieces.. I have been brought up by them most of my life and I know that my dog would do anything for me, as well as being loyal is he great with kids (especially the neighbour's) even for his size. Although, he can be very hyper and attacks anything mechanical that moves (cars, forklifts, bikes) in which he has already been hit..
But I would always have a GSD, and hopefully will bring my kids up around these superb dogs.

German Shepherd dogs are great companions. I would start training my puppy from day 1. This is not a dog to leave in the back to yard, it will chew the siding off your house if bored. You have to consider this dog a member of your family, and should be treated that way.