I am the proud owner of 2 German Shepherd Dogs. One of which is from German working lines and is a complete handful!

There is nothing better than owning a GSD, but it is difficult.These are not beginner dogs or dogs for novice dog owners.

Research is the key.

They are a dominant breed so you need to establish yourself as leader right away. They can and will outsmart you if given the chance. They are extremely intelligent dogs and need daily mental and physical stimulation or they will become destructive. They are truly a Working breed so you need to keep them busy!

They are extremely loyal and bond very closely with their owners. They are often described as "velcro dogs". They love being with their family and will follow you everywhere you will allow.

There are also a lot of health problems in the breed, so do careful research when looking for a puppy. My male has hip dysplasia and a thyroid condition so I have literally spent thousands in vet bills.

GSDs are not a breed to get into on a whim. Take careful consideration.

If you have any questions feel free to message me. I love talking about the breed.