German Shepherds are amazing dogs and are admired by their owners for many reasons. They are also very popular. In fact, year after year they top the AKC's annual list of most popular breeds.
They are beautiful dogs and they are very recognizable. Whether working alongside a police officer or chasing a ball on the beach, it's impossible to mistake their beautiful appearance for any other breed.
If you own a German Shepherd, you own a gem of a dog. They are very attached to their owners. To be appreciated, you have to have a relationship with one and be experienced. They are the most special dogs in the world.
1. You'll sleep better at night:
German Shepherds live to watch over their owners. While you're daydreaming, their big, pointy ears are alert to everything going on in their house and yard. If someone or something trespasses on your property, they will alert you by barking loudly in defense of their home.
2. You'll feel safer walking around:
German Shepherds are very active and protective. They make excellent walking companions. Not only do they love to go out with you, but they love nothing more than to get some good exercise. With proper socialization to make them comfortable with strangers and new situations, you'll be hard-pressed to find a more pleasant dog to take for a walk.
3. They help you make friends:
Although they are known to be aloof and distant from strangers, socialized German Shepherds also love people. When you own a German Shepherd, it's like being in a special club that everyone wants to be a part of, if only for a few minutes. People will want to talk to you because they admire your dog, you'll meet other German Shepherd owners, and you can easily connect with other fans of the breed on social media or in clubs.
4. You'll never be bored again:
German Shepherds are a working breed that needs to keep busy. They were bred to herd and guard cattle, so laziness is not in their nature. If you see a show potato shepherd, he is probably a senior well into his golden years or he has already been running circles around his owner all day. If you want to stay active and want a companion to kill time with, a German Shepherd is perfect.
5. You'll never be alone:
German Shepherds develop very strong bonds with their owners. They love nothing more than to be by your side and follow you wherever you go. In fact, if you don't like sharing your personal space with a furry four-legged friend, or your bed, your couch, the bathroom - you shouldn't get a German Shepherd. But if you want a constant companion, there is no more loyal dog.
6. Great adventure buddies:
If you like to go on adventures, road trips, or visit new places, the German Shepherd is your dog. They love nothing more than sneaking around and exploring new places. Since they are so easy to train and condense, they are perfect companions for exploring beaches, parks, hiking, or staying in a fancy hotel.
7. Large Family Dogs:
German Shepherds are great family dogs. When socialized at a young age, they are great with children and can usually be trained to get along with other pets. They love to be the center of attention. They make excellent friends, playmates, and janitors for children and the home.
8. Easy to Train:
Known for their high intelligence, German Shepherds are easy to train and love a challenge. Training from infancy is important for these powerful, strong-willed dogs, but they love to learn and please their owners because they love to work. What owners can teach their shepherds is usually limited only by the investment put in it.
9. You will become an ambassador for the breed
People who don't know German Shepherds are sometimes intimidated by their size, appearance, and even their behavior. They don't know that behind those watchful eyes and alert expressions is a dog with a heart of gold. With training and socialization, you can raise a German Shepherd that is a perfect representation of what it was born to be: well-rounded, cooperative, not overly protective, athletic, and polite in public.
10. Love and Loyalty:
German Shepherds are one of the most loving and loyal breeds in the world. They live their lives in devotion to their family. They will do anything, go anywhere, and protect you from anything, even risk their lives for yours. Their dedication knows no bounds and their love is unconditional. They deserve to be rewarded for their dedication with lots of love in return, respect for their breed, and a willingness to make them a part of your life.