Best Breed Ever!
German shepherds!
The name German shepherd is a translation
of the Germanic name: Deutsche SchŠferhund.
German shepherds are the second most popular
breed in America.
German shepherds are intelligent and active
dogs, needing lots of exercise and mental
training.
Rin Tin Tin first popularized the breed in
the US circa 1922, starring in 27 Hollywood
films.
German shepherds are known as a "one-man"
breed because of their extreme loyalty to
one person.
Capitan, a German shepherd in Argentina, has
stood guard at his owner's grave for the past
7 years!
Aside from herding, they are working dogs,
taking up a variety of jobs.
A German shepherd named "Buddy" was the first
guide dogs ever!
German shepherds are large dogs and need a
lot of outdoor space
They shed a lot, so brush (and vacuum) almost
daily.
Their bite has 238 lbs of force.
A human bite has 86 lbs.
They live 10-12 years (or 70 - 84 dog-years).
