I have owned GSD for 25 years. I have always been the leader, provided training, socialization and exercise. I love the breed and give my time to make sure I am a good leader. It isn’t difficult, it takes my time, attention and love. All dogs need a leader. My dogs don’t chase other dogs, cats, children, etc. I trained them to obey me. I am now 76, have a 2 year old male. I did train him personally and hired a professional. It was costly, but I use positive reenforcement and buy dogs from an excellent breeder. I get them at 8 weeks, chipped, and with early vaccines. He is very healthy, happy and protects me and my home.

I have 2 GSD’s. One is 4 and our newest addition is 14 weeks. They require lots of work and love but so worth it. I love my boys. They are so loving and loyal just awesome dogs. 🐶 ❤

So easy to train and are wonderful with the family. Especially kids. Just the best dogs in the world

Best dogs in the world

MY GSD puppy is the most high energy, high reactivity and high prey drive dog I've ever owned. And I grew up with GSD's in the 70's. For me, getting her to play nice with the cats was the most important training. For the last year the cats have followed her around when I take her for walks. They LOVE her !!!!!!!!!!!! Everyone that sees this thinks it's great.

I had GSD, she was very protective of her pack (family). Her favorite encounters were with cats or small dogs. She loved chasing them, but if cat or dog stopped running, she sat and patiently waited for chase to resume. And all dogs/cats from our apartments building were her friends and were always protected (but sometimes chased).

I thought I had made a mistake getting our gs puppy. He has been a challenge for sure until......I learned he was trying to dominate me. I researched many training techniques and taught myself how to earn his respect and obedience. It's all about spending time training everyday. They thrive on our direction and love. I now have a bond with Gunner like no other!

I'm glad that there are videos out there like this one. Too often, I run into people that got a husky or GSD or some other breed that requires a knowledgeable owner providing leadership, exercise, mental stimulation etc. and by the time they are 1 to 3, I find out for many reasons including aggression and reactivity that they turned them into a rescue, or now on some farm. Or the husky that people leave in a crate all day while they go to work. These kind of videos help educate people BEFORE they choose any breed. in the end, the dog suffers especially when people pick breeds for their "looks" or they seem them on TV series, or they like the idea of having a GSD (like owning a porsche).

My German shepherd is the beast

My GSD, Goddess Freya, is my first pure breed, we have had GSD mixes in the past. GSD or GSD mixes are the very best in my book. They excel in everything, plus are super affectionate. LOVE them till the end of time - ❤

I get up at 5am everyday. My gsd loves it cause she’s a morning dog lol.

I grew up around GSDs , my boy was raised with a reward system of special toys, sometimes treats, lots of pets and praise. His job is walking with me down the lane to get our Mail. He then carries a rolled up tote with lightweight mail inside back to the house. He also helps round up our free range chicken flock. Socialization is walking trails, going with me to stores. The feed store is one of his favorite places.

I have one. In spite of regular training and long hours of daily work, she remains aloof and undisciplined. But, she is a very loving and expressive animal.

Love my GSD, I am the leader. He has plenty of jobs Plenty of room on my property.

You better lead your GSD and they must feel protected in your company.

I've only seen video to 2:12 and it RINGS SPOT ON! I brought home my German Shepherd/Golden Lab mix two years ago and she is everything I wanted in this mix; that I planned on bringing home for about 10-years before I considered myself "ready" for her. I bought a kennel 5 years before I saw a sign in front of an Arby's for G.S./Lab mix puppies. I was waiting for specifically this mix. I had a black lab years ago, Tanner, who was awesome; but very difficult to keep "home!" I couldn't bring myself to have him neutered and paid the price - he broke a 1/2" cable once and was nearly impossible to keep from carousing the neighborhood looking to get laid. There was a sheep farmer about a mile from us and Tanner would get lose and go chase the sheep. Once he came home with a butt full of bird shot from his escapades. One time our house was broken into and cleaned out. I have no doubt that Tanner was helping them carry my stuff out. An air traffic controller at the time... When we came home from work, Tanner was locked in his pen in the back yard - apparently put their by the thieves just to get him out of the way. So... this time I got "Chewy" (Chewbacca - she sounds like the Star Wars critter when she want's my attention!), this time with the German Shepherd blood, hoping for better results if it happens again. It's questionable!!! She is very loving and a ham for attention from EVERYONE! Every time I take her out among the humans - EVERYONE comments on how beautiful she is. I'm a PROUD PAPA!!! BUT... Intelligent, challenging, energetic are just some of her traits. As a 69y.o. retired, disabled vet (who was looking for a pup that would resurrect my former active life) I now have a HAND FULL!!! I take her out to play Frisbee every day just to run off her energy. Sadly, the as*holes that I got her from clearly abused her - I suspect that they slammed her tail and left front leg in a door as abuse due to her energy. She now has a limp on her front left leg and a curiously gimpy tail. When I first went to the "breeder," Chewy came right up to me and stuck her nose in mine - It seemed like an obvious choice. Wanting to have a dog to ride my bike with and explore the nature in Florida (a disgusting Sauna of a place!!!), it is typical of my luck to have another being to "care for!!!" that only wants, and wants, and wants - about every 10 or 15 minutes! BTW: tRump is a SOCIOPATH AND HAS NO BUSINESS IN THE WHITE HOUSE OR ANYWHERE NEAR "LEADERSHIP!!!" Welcome to America!!!

German shepherds are high intensity companions. I love them. I have more than my fair share.

I work two jobs, and I'm in school. I think the key is, still make time for them in your day, and give them some doggie friends. That's what I do with my GSD ❤❤❤

You have to be aware of what you are capable of. I put so much effort into my 2 gsd's and they were wonderful. When they eventually died 12 and 13.5yrs, i realised that i was too old to put that effort into training and socialisation, and walk that much again, so now i have a Pomeranian and a Jack Chi. They are wonderful in different ways, but much easier for older people.❤

My German shepherd he right be side me in same set I'm setting in all morning he been wanted me to love on him. I love my German shepherd dog..me and him is so bonded we so close.

I love my German Shepherds

I have had 5 GSD'S. Wonderful breed. They are a full time job. But if you can do it, it is so rewarding to have such an awesome friend! Gunner is 9 and slowing down. I would love to have a 6th one but age and health are now my concern. Life would really suck without a GSD.

Awful lot of people can't hand any sort of dog what so ever Most dog owners know nothing about dogs needs dogs behavior or even training a dog

Noticed a typical GSD behaviour at 1:10 to 1:30. When loose often checking on the handler. When on leach, knowing handler on the other end of leach, free to check around. Have had a couple of Shepherds. Highly recommend going to training courses with them. Not only for the dog, you always have to learn more.

I have an 8 month old, smart and stubborn. strong willed. Very hard to train, he has given me a black eye, cuts, bruises and more. Just by playing. Extremely strong dog. Think twice before you get a GSD.

My current GSD is 18 months old. Yes, he can be challenging at times but he is perfectly socialized and does NOT have a mean bone in his body. I made mistakes during his puppy months and so, sometimes he seems cautious around me. For the previous month, I've been back on track and aside from looking for other dogs to play with, he's just great!!! I refuse to use a prong or ecollar or choke collar - he has a flat collar and harnesses. For jumping and nipping which I wish he'd stop, I just starting using the "air compressed pet corrector" which gives off a loud hiss ( like Cesar Milan). It seems to be REALLY effective so we're on to something really excellent for the "worst" behaviour ( when he gets really excited, he jumps and "nips" people - he's TOO big for this so I have to put an end to it - and until I watched Will Atherton ( A FANTASTIC trainer in the UK and on KZfaq) I didn't know how "corrector" worked......I also follow many of Will Atherton's training advice - well worth it if you have a GSD and you need 'support!!"

Som man eines you See a Malinios Sheperd Dog and not a German Sheperd Dog. The eight Reasons Art defintly true. If you can fullfil all 8 Subjects you will have the BEST FRIEND ever.

I adopted/rescued a working line GSD years ago and I went to the library to get books on them. I found a book written by a Canadian Police Dog trainer and it was very helpful. One of the chapters was about some people using GSDs as gold 'detectors'. It looked pretty silly to me, but I called my dog over and held my hand out, knuckles up, and let her sniff my wedding ring. In seconds, she began to drool as if a small tap in her mouth had been turned on and she very gently nibbled at my gold ring with her front teeth. I don't think she would have stopped if I hadn't taken my hand away. Has anyone else had this happen? Try it and see and maybe let me know. Thanks 😊

nearly all dog owners NEVER taker any training class at all...

Granda had a massive GS dog which he rescued from a breeder, absolutely without training. My mother went daily to feed it and it tried to attack her every time. It was super protective of granda and attacked anyone coming to the house except me. My mother asked why the bugger came to me tail wagging and friendly. I explained that shepherds are a pack animal and understand the alpha male. She didn’t understand so I explained that the first time he came charging out of his kennel all teeth and barking I simply stepped towards him screaming back and punched him on his forehead. Now it knocked him on his ass and he spent a few moments shaking his head and considering the situation. I stood over him staring at him until he stood up and I petted him. We were great friends and that tap on his head reset many years of neglect in his social skills. He still attacked everyone else 😂 I do not condone hitting animals but the situation required some instant therapy 😂

They are demanding. Will demand your love and dedication full time. And will give the same to you. Be strong and ready to have one. Seniors in my opinion should go for less active breeds.

Hay ý nghĩa ! ❤❤❤

The breed requires especially when young. All dog slow down with age and need a retirement lifestyle.

Bro my gsd is 7months old but it was very friendly with everyone who came in my home does it show protective in future or not please tell me brother i am very worried about it?😢😢

A few months ago I saw a lady in an outside mall with a gorgeous 6mo GSD that had it all over her. Seeing that she was struggling I asked if I could take the lead. Within 30 seconds he was sitting on my foot and leaning against my leg. "How'd you do that?" she asked. "I just showed you." If I was in better health and in need of a dog [I adopted a GSD rescue who is now 7 - 8yo] I would have offered to buy this beautiful pup from her. There's no shame in admitting that a dog is too much for you.

an other reason would be not every one can speak German so its hard to communicate

Question: Does all of this still apply to the senior GSDs? I'm asking because so many are getting surrendered to the city shelter and I'm wondering if a dog 7+ years old still requires this level of training.

What if you already have a German Shepherd

Someone kinda help me out here- I had a friend that just dumped a German shepherd puppy to me - but iam a a lady of 71 yrs.old & I can't afford this puppy- he is 7 1/2 months old & need to find a good home for him- got any suggestions- please help.

Hata is so true .my German shepherd is not head handing.

I have two German shepherd puppies boy and girl my sister threw on me and I don’t know what to do 😢 they are 8 weeks and I keep them in the bathroom a lot I want them to find a good home is the humane society a good place ?

My GSD is a terror. I have other dogs, but this one is so smart, and he uses it for evil. He can open his kennel, he opens round doorknobs, bar doorknobs and sliding doors. He knows turning my lights on in the morning wakes me up. He doesn't allow men in the house at all only women. If I'm walking him and someone opens the door of their car, he tries to get in for a car ride. He ate 3 couches and digs holes, he cost me like 10k in vet bills and he is obsessed with lights so if the sun shines into the house the wrong way he will destroy the spot the light shines on. He is by far my favorite dog though. I moved to a 71 acre farm so he can just live out the rest of his days as he was meant to, being a complete asshole.

Does anyone now who is saleing longhaired german shepherd heavy boned dog or a rockwellier heavy boned

German Shepherds are the best dogs in the world. But they are NOT for everyone. The #1 reason why some people can't handle a German Shepherd: they are smarter than most people!

Hm.. It´s not that difficult to handle.

Michael Shepherd isn't 5 months old

Sorry. German Dictonairie 😅 So many times you see......

We had a white German shepherd the best ever