PetsForHomes
Post An Ad

German Shepherd

Search over 176 German Shepherd dogs across Australia

Usually described as the canine world’s finest all-purpose worker, the German Shepherd is a large, agile dog of noble character. Confident, courageous and smart, this breed is truly a dog lover’s delight.

Read More  >

German Shepherd

Filter Filter

Search

Search

Breed

Search

Location

Map Marker

Price Range

$
$

Breed Characteristics

Grooming

  • Grooming
  • Grooming
  • Grooming
  • Grooming
  • Grooming

Exercise

  • Exercise
  • Exercise
  • Exercise
  • Exercise
  • Exercise

Size Range

  • Size Range
  • Size Range
  • Size Range
  • Size Range
  • Size Range
Responsible Pet Breeders Australia

Find German Shepherds
For Sale

Search

176 Items Found

Australia's No. 1 Free Pets Classified

Usually described as the canine world’s finest all-purpose worker, the German Shepherd is a large, agile dog of noble character. Confident, courageous and smart, this breed is truly a dog lover’s delight.

Read more
Questions To Ask A BreederClose
  1. Are you are registered breeder?
  2. Can we meet in person?
  3. Have they been socialised?
Loading

German Shepherd – Lara

We have 9 German shepherd puppies for sale. They are currently 6 weeks all have been vaccinated and microchip. If you interesting please send me a message or call me on 0416611838. Thank you. RPBA 14600

Yanni


German Shepherd – Llandilo

Purebred German Shepherd Puppies for sale 4 x Black and light tan - Females 2 x Black and light tan - Males Born: 14/1/2024 Ready for their forever homes: 10/03/2024 Father - Giorgio - (Black and Tan) Mother - Bella - (Jet Black) Both parents are here for viewing Before leaving for their new homes. puppies will be: Microchipped Vaccinated Wormed Vet Checked Registered with Dogs NSW Puppy Pack

Martin


German Shepherd – Valerie

German Shepherd Puppies straight back. Both parents are family pets & available to view. Puppies raised in family home with kids and have been exposed to cuddles, playing, loud noises & are being toilet trained. Pups will come microchipped, vaccinated & wormed. These are extremely intelligent large dogs that live to please & snuggle next to you on the couch. 7 females and 3 males, sable, black and tri colours.

Valerie


German Shepherd – Lowood

2 males left Mother is Black Dad is Black and Gold No health issues, straight backed working lines. Purple Boy is the lover boy, always following you around and cuddles up straight away Red boy loves to snuggle on a fluffy bed, or can be found sleeping in a corner. Can be talkative when playing with siblings. Located at Lowood Ready to go now Vet checked, microchipped and wormed every 2 weeks

Vanessa Bird


German Shepherd – High Wycombe

German shepherd puppies ready for their forever homes 15th march. Sire is a purebred German Shepherd and Dam is Swiss Shepherd X mastiff. All puppies come with 1st vaccinations, microchipped, wormed and with puppies packs.

Just


German Shepherd – Ballajura

These absolutely stunning German Shepherd puppies currently at 4 weeks old, are already showcasing their playful personalities and remarkable intelligence. They have been raised with lots of love and care and are well-socialized and ready to enrich their future homes with boundless love and endless adventures! Don't miss the chance to bring home your perfect companion at 8 weeks old. Send me a message to reserve a puppy today! ☺️ 🐾The Mother is a Long Coat German Shepherd & the Father is a Short Coat Czech Working Line German Shepherd 🐾They both have very sweet and gentle temperaments whilst also being playful with others and fiercely loyal to their owners! *Will be vaccinated, microchipped & wormed by collection*

Lidija


German Shepherd – Gwandalan

Non desexed male, friendly to humans and and other dogs as he gets along with our female, his 4 years old but acts like his still a puppy. He is extremely friendly to infants and young children, unfortunately due to his size and extended work commitments with driving to Sydney increase in daughters needs we no longer have the time, his best suited to someone who really wants a dog and with the property size for him, unfortunately he doesn’t play ball he never got the concept of playing with balls. Purchased orginally from the guard dog training centre in Sydney, trained and well behaved will sit drop but doesn’t like to be away from his owner so won’t always stay he will never be far from your side

Allan


German Shepherd – Strathpine

The best of the breed from service dogs to security and sheep we have had them all Just keep in mind please a dog is a 10-15 years of commitment not a Christmas or a birthday gift We want them to go to a forever home Thank yiu

hamoon Veis


German Shepherd – Meadow Heights

Hey guys, I've got 7 Female pure German shepherds. - pups were born on 12/12/2023, will be available NOW for there forever homes - pups wormimg is update - pups are vaccinated and microchiped. - pups also come with there vaccination booklet and health certificate. - Mum and Dad have been with them since birth and are also available for viewing. - Mum and Dad are hip and elbow scored and have there pure breed german shepherd certificates. - Pups are playful, intelligent and cheeky. 956000016725090 956000016723631 956000016726780 956000016728182 956000016725504 956000016723945 956000016727124 Msg me on my number (0404991055) if your interested or have any questions. Thank you

Hayam


German Shepherd – Appin

German Shepherd Puppies Available 11/02/24 All Puppies come Microchipped, wormed every 2 weeks & Vaccinated. 4 Males 1 Female Dad is a Full Black German Shepherd Mum is White/Tan Swiss Shepherd Mum and Dad both have great temperaments very protective and great with kids Puppies constantly interacting with kids & adults Reach out with any interest if you think you would be suitable to take on one of these puppies, keeping in mind one day they will grow to be large dogs Photos of Mum and Dad can be sent through Responsible Pet Breeder Number - 15628

Cassie


German Shepherd – Gatton

Price dropped $700.00 needing to find them homes by this weekend. Mum and dad have beautiful temperaments and excellent guard dogs. We have 4 girls and 1 boys available. Green collar girl Diamond collar girl Pink collar girl Purple collar girl Camo collar boy please message me if you want more details Wormed, vaccinated, and health checked. RPBA 5377 Bin 0006980930931

Candice


German Shepherd – Brassall

3 year old female pure bred German Sheperd Nala needs a nice home.

Steve


German Shepherd – Kippa-Ring

Meet the 10 precious purebred GSD puppies Born : 21-01-24 View From: 18-02-24 AVAILABLE FROM : 17-03-24 6  MALES 4  FEMALES TIME OF BIRTHS 7.00am 🩵 male  ( red collar ) 7.30am 🩷 female ( light pink collar ) 8.35am 🩵 male ( light green collar ) 8.50am 🩵 male ( orange collar ) 9.30am 🩵 male ( yellow collar ) 9.53am 🩷 female ( purple collar ) 1.03pm 🩵 male ( blue collar ) 1.07pm 🩷 female ( dark pink collar ) 2.05pm 🩷 female ( light purple collar ) 2.49pm 🩵 male ( dark green collar ) 💜💜 ( THE PARENTS )💙💙 The bond between our family and Kenpachi and Retsu goes far beyond the typical pet-owner relationship and support dog. They are treasured members of our household. 💜 MUM ( Retsu ) 💜 is a working line, purebred, bi-color German Shepherd Dog with an amazing temperament. She is absolutely stunning, with a personality that exudes warmth and balance. She charms everyone she meets, especially children who are drawn to her kind nature. She is also an amazing support dog for our son with disability, providing comfort and companionship. we couldn't imagine a day without her in it. 💙 DAD ( Kenpachi ) 💙 is not only a handsome working line purebred GSD, but he also has a gentle and affectionate personality to match. With his stunning black and tan coat, he is sure to turn heads wherever he goes. Moreover, DAD serves as a support dog for our other son with disabilities, providing comfort and companionship every step of the way. 🐶PUPPIES 🐶 Puppies are known to observe their mother's behavior and mimic it. Since Retsu and Kenpachi work as support dogs, the puppies will likely pick up on their friendly and relaxed nature around people. As a result, they should be offering comfort, guidance, and loyalty to there new family. 🐶VIEWING OF THE PUPPIES 🐶 Puppy viewing starts on Feb 18th and ends when all pups are reserved. To guarantee a seamless adaptation to their new families, puppies are socialized with people of various ages, including grown-ups, teens, little children, babies, and elderly individuals. This comprehensive socialization helps the puppies become confident and calm in any situation. We have taken great care to provide a comfortable and nurturing environment for the puppies. If you would like to reserve a puppy, a deposit of $250 is needed. The full price is $3500. When we set the price of our dog's puppies, we don't just pull a number out of thin air. We carefully consider all factors involved such as health clearances on both parents including genetic testing along with proper nutrition from high quality food and supplementation plus lots of love which equals happy healthy companions. All our puppies will come with a complete vaccination, microchipped for their safety. A thorough health examination by a licensed veterinarian First one was on the 30 January And another one will take place once the pups reach 6 weeks of age to ensure they are in optimal condition before joining their new families two weeks later. PUPPIE PACKS all puppies will receive 2 photos of their photo shoot A footprint of your new puppie 1 blanket with litter brothers and sister sents 🩷 pink for girls 🩵 blue for boys 1 teddy with retsus ( mumma ) sent 1 Portable Pet Travel Bowl 🩷 pink for girls 🩵 blue for boys 1  silicone pull-out toilet bag 1 Poopbag Dispenser 1 toothbrush And all puppies come with a collar and leash We have a Facebook page dedicated to the mum and dad, where you can find more pictures of them. As these are not just pets to us but apart of our family. https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100084658961399 All enquiries are welcomed and will be responded to in a timely manner. WE ARE REGISTERED BREEDERS BIN 0014532634130

Samantha


German Shepherd – sam Neguib

Straight back intelligent dog, loyal, playful, energetic, good with people and other dogs. Very alert dog. Loves beach walks and water car and is very healthy. Walks with and without leash and listens to verbal commands. Suitable to use as breeding dog. I'm happy to give 3 weeks free training so you know the dog. Have included photo of father and mother. Genuine interest only and wanting dog to go to a loving and good home. Contact Sam 0412312793 Certificate of Identification - 2203691

sam Neguib


Dogs – Narre Warren North

8 German shepherd Puppies available now (4 boys and 4 girls) The most absolute sweet hearted pups we have ever produced. Great with weather and storms and are down to earth these pups. We have short hair (mum) and long hairs (dad) available with the following colours white, sable, silver sable and black and Tan These puppies will not go to just anyone all relevant applicants will be filtered with a forever home program in place (for which if you can not longer care for the pup/dog it is to come back to the breeder for us to find it a new home) These pups come with: Vaccinations Microchipping Flea and worming treatment done Health certificate A take home puppy bag containing a dog toy, puppy food and additional information on how to take care of you puppy. Please don't hesitate to contact us on 0448999405

Katie Jones


Dogs – Meringur

I have 7 pups in total that are ready for their forever homes in the next few weeks, x5 girls and X2 boys. Mum is German Shepherd, dad is Ridgeback X Mastiff X Bull Arab. D.O.B 12/12/2023, Pick up Red Cliffs VIC, if serious please note that I ask $200 deposit which is non refundable so I can get them vaxed and chipped before picking up. If interested, please send me a message on 0459208098

Gemma


German Shepherd – Basin View – available 5 Feb

We have 7 gorgeous Pure Bred German Shepherd puppies for sale. Available from Monday 5th February at 8 weeks old (born 11 December). We have 5 girls and 2 boys. All of our puppies have been wormed and will be vaccinated and microchipped prior to going to their new homes. Our dogs are part of our family and are very loved by everyone. It is very important to us that they go to loving homes. All puppies have been exposed to lots of kids, cars, lawnmowers, motorbikes and different people cuddling them. They are calm, relaxed, confident and adorable. Available for viewing and selection from now. BIN: B001086674

Jane Hird


German Shepherd – Rupali

German Shepard puppy ready to rehome. Fully vaccinated and microchipped

Rupali


German Shepherd – Highland Park

My Dogs GC are proud to offer our last 4 working line GSD puppies from our recent litter of 12. We have our last sable girl available Angel is currently 16 weeks old and ready to go to her new forever home. She will come with the following: Complete veterinary health check All up to date vaccinations Microchip Free puppy pack with favourite blanket and toys Free 30 days immediate pet insurance cover for 30 days with Trupanion Pet Insurance. Additional wormer for top ups We go above and beyond when it comes to worming and parasites treatments. We do this as parasites are a lead cause of sickness and death in new puppies and many people are not aware of these nasty parasites until they take pup to the vet and have a faeces test performed. If you are not familiar with the medications or parasites below a quick google search will give you a detailed explanation. Our puppies have received the following protocol before being placed in their new homes. Week 2 - Drontal all wormer Week 4 - Drontal all wormer Week 6 - Fen******* 3 days Week 8 - Fen******* 5 days as a worming treatment and Giardiasis parasite preventative. Baycox - Coccidosis preventative Week 6 - 3 days Week 8 - 3 days Our puppies are on a premium diet of raw kangaroo and beef mixed with premium puppy kibble from Pet Food Australia, egg, hemp oil and olive oil. It is crucial to their health that they are continued on this diet. Raw bones for oral health (no commercial treats they are nasty) Our last GSD was fed this diet and only recently passed away at 15 yrs old with no visits to the vet for any health issues whatsoever. Diet is crucial to avoid health complications and to assure your furbaby is around for as long as possible. Our puppies as their parents are fantastic with children. Our main priority is socialisation from a young age and puppies are exposed to our Pomeranian and poodles, chicken and sheep on our acreage environment. Our pups introduced to our 3 children from 4 weeks of age where they engage in daily play. Our parents puppies Duggee and Roxy are exceptional GSD. They are straight back working lines. Both dogs were purchased as puppies from the Guard Dog Training Centre in Sydney who supply trained dogs and puppies for government authorities and their excellence in breeding and training success has bought them world wide recognition. Roxy and Duggee have been trained in family protection, They are fierce guard dogs that go above and beyond to protect family and home yet have the softest nature around family, children and younger pets and are perfect candidates for the family. Our puppies would be suited to an owner that has experience with working line dogs or an owner that is willing to provide training and the mental stimulation that these dogs need. As we offer a lifetime rehoming commitment we need to make sure that you are the perfect candidate for one of our dogs. Payments All payments will be issued with a tax invoice. Payment can be made with the following methods: Credit card - 1.90% surcharge applies Direct Deposit - Funds need to be cleared prior to collection. Cash on collection. Price Firm we put a lot of effort, work and love in our breeding program.

Anthea


German Shepherd – Pelaw Main

Currently have 1 boys - Black & Sable and 1 girls - Black & Sable German Shepherd Puppies. Born 4th November 2023. Available for viewing and ready for their new families. Currently 10-11 weeks old. Puppies are wormed every 2 weeks, vaccination x 2, microchipped and vet checked. Pups are healthy and feed well. Lovely natures

ALICE CORDY


German Shepherd – Fairfield

Hi, I have beautiful German shepherd puppies cross Belgian Malinois. Both parents are full working line breeds are and highly intelligent. The puppies are absolutely so beautiful and would be your next best friend. I have male and female available. They will come microchipped and vaccinated. If you are interested on meeting one of these pups, do not hesitate to call or text me and I will return you with a call.

James


German Shepherd – Carlingford

K9 German shepherd named Rex Rex was bought from Gaurd dog training centre with training certificate for obedience, bait, protection and attack. He is an amazing dog dog with heaps more potential in him depends on how far you want to go. Selling as I’m moving into a unit and can’t have him there. It is a devastating move as I have paid a lot of money and time to get him to where he is. He is like a soulmate and is one of the most loyal loving k9. Serious buyers only please Call yaks on 0433626936

Yaks


German Shepherd – Ipswich

4 Beautiful Pups Ready for Christmas!!! 3 Girls - 2 Stable and 1 Black with Tan feet. 1 Boy - Black with Stable Feet. Vaccinated, Wormed and Microchipped. Wormed at 2,4,6,8 weeks Please message or call if interested or need more information. Pictures of Mum and Dad included

Katrina


German Shepherd – Sunnybank Hills

3 PUPPIES AVAILABLE AND READY NOW!! We have a litter of 3, 1 male and 2 females, gorgeous healthy purebred German Shepherd puppies from an accidental mating. The father is a purebred, black and tan show line German shepherd, and the mother is a sable pure bred from pedigree working lines German Shepherd. They are both affectionate, loyal, alert and protective. The parents have received a health check up regularly and have no history of illnesses or hip problems. Both parents and the puppies have grown up being inside dogs. We have obtained pedigree paperworks of the mother, but unfortunately have lost contact with the father's previous owner and unable to obtain his pedigree paperworks. The puppies are familiar with the indoor environment and have been potty trained at 5 weeks old (though sometimes, mistakes may occur). The puppies have been introduced on how to use a doggy door when following their parents or guided by humans. The puppies have been wormed. ALL OF THE PUPPIES HAS BEEN MICROCHIPPED AND RECEIVED THE FIRST VACCINATION ON 15th DECEMBER 2023! Feel free to contact us for more information about the puppies if you are interested, after reading the information above! Breeder Identification Number: BIN0014102870882.

Clarisha Sherine


German Shepherd – Edinburgh North

🐾 Introducing Extraordinary German Shepherd Puppies from the Dynamic Duo: Yrsa and Ekon at Corinthian Kennels! 🐾 Are you ready to welcome a loyal and intelligent companion into your life? Look no further than our exceptional German Shepherd puppies, born from the prestigious mating of Yrsa and Ekon – two remarkable working line champions! 🌟 Meet the Parents: Yrsa - A powerhouse of agility, intelligence, and unwavering loyalty, Yrsa is the epitome of a true working line German Shepherd. Her keen instincts and remarkable lineage make her an outstanding choice for those seeking a devoted and trainable companion. Ekon - With a working title of BH, Ekon brings a wealth of experience and excellence to the table. His impressive pedigree and proven abilities make him a standout in the working line community. Expect nothing short of intelligence, athleticism, and loyalty from his offspring. 🐾 The Puppies: These bundles of joy inherit the best traits from their esteemed parents – a perfect blend of beauty and brains. Raised with love and care at Corinthian Kennels, each puppy receives the utmost attention to ensure they are well-socialized and ready to become your lifelong companion. 🏡 Why Choose Corinthian Kennels? At Corinthian Kennels, we take pride in our commitment to breeding exceptional German Shepherds. Our focus on working lines ensures that our puppies possess the intelligence, drive, and temperament that make them suitable for various roles – be it a loyal family member, a protector, or a working partner. 🎁 What's Included: Vet-checked and vaccinated Dewormed Microchipped Starter kit with food and care instructions Lifetime support from Corinthian Kennels 📞 Act Fast: Don't miss the opportunity to bring home a puppy from the remarkable union of Yrsa and Ekon. Contact Corinthian Kennels today to reserve your future companion and experience the joy of owning a truly exceptional German Shepherd. 📍 Location: Elizabeth Park / Edinburgh North 📱 Contact: 0401514973 🐾 Corinthian Kennels – Where Excellence Meets Companionship! 🐾

Shannon Peake (Corinthian Kennels)


PUREBRED GERMAN SHEPHERD WORKING LINE

Only 4 available now! Pure breed German Shepherd working line, born on 27th of October. All vaccinated and microchip on time (six weeks), dewormed every two weeks. 2300 (drop to 2000) for female, 2200 (drop to 1800) for male, only WAIT for reliable families or personal! 5 Sable color and 3 Black and Tan; friendly with children, grown with our family including a four-year girl, they are very loyal to family, polite to friends, and wary of strangers until they confirm the relationship between family and strangers. We came from Melbourne two years ago, we are members under Dogs West (original name is ANKC) but because we don’t register with them for a whole year, sorry can’t provide pedigree paper for the puppies, but both parents are purebred working line, father is the stud star from the local kennel, mother was breeding by Melbourne registered breeder with unlimited registration, and her father is a military dog. RPBA Registered Breeder 15508

Mark Jiang


German Shepherd – Murrumbateman

These much loved puppies are ready to go to their new homes. There are seven of them, four boys and three girls. They all crave cuddles, some even more than eating. Mum and dad are both here so you can see them when you come to visit the puppies. This will give you an idea of how big they might get and what sort of personalities they'll have. The parents both have short fur, so not as much shedding, and perfect hips. The puppies have all been microchipped and had their first vaccination.

Michael Devey


German Shepherd – Cranbourne South

This is Dane, He is 4 years old. Desexed and microchipped Never had any health issues He is a loving, gentle boy who loves to have a good talk. He loves kids and other dogs. He gets very excited when he sees a new dog. This decision hasn’t been easy. But unfortunately due to a change in circumstances it is a Danes best interest to find him the best home possible. Priced to attract the right buyers. located in Cranbourne south, Victoria Feel free to message me if there are any further questions

Jesse


German Shepherd – Minden

(Breeder identification number BIN0014281913240 ) Both mum and dad are qualified working Security Dogs, very well natured with other dogs social with kids and other animals. superstable Dogs with a drive for protection work if trained to that, but also would be a great family pet and security addition to the household. Pm me for videos of mum and dad working. Puppies will come micro chipped and vaccinated without papers. 3 males (dark sable) and 4 females (sable) available. Two photos of Dad and two photos of mum at the end. Call me for any questions about mum and dad, health history, hips, elbows, etc

Natalie buchanan


German Shepherd – Garfield

German shepard x Labrador puppies ready to for a new home. All wormings up to date First vaccination was completed on the 16th of November 2023 All puppies have now completed their second vaccination and health checi on the 13th of December Full health checked completed and done by Dourin West Gippsland vets. Puppies are currently being toilet trained. Puppies are also currently going through basic behaviour Puppies details: 4 x Black puppies - 3 black Females - 1 black Male (sold) 3 x Tan puppies - 1 Tan Female - 2 Tan Male All puppies sold comes with, - Document booklet for each puppy - Free change of ownship with Central Animal Records (CAR) - Complement rehoming goody bag with - Blankets - Nail Clippers - Poop bag - Soft Toy - training collar (Medium) - 2.6 KG Chicken Supercoat puppy food (puppies are currently on this diet) Serious buyer only, Visiting are only on weekends. We are located in Garfield

Terry Jenner


Breed Characteristics

Grooming

  • Grooming
  • Grooming
  • Grooming
  • Grooming
  • Grooming

Exercise

  • Exercise
  • Exercise
  • Exercise
  • Exercise
  • Exercise

Size Range

  • Size Range
  • Size Range
  • Size Range
  • Size Range
  • Size Range

The Ultimate German Shepherd Guide

About German Shepherd

The German Shepherd is a highly intelligent, versatile, and loyal breed, renowned for its courage, trainability, and strong protective instincts, making it a favored choice for work in police, military, and service roles, as well as a devoted family companion.

Lifespan

Lifespan

10 to 14 years

Weight

Weight

Male: 30 - 40 kg Female: 22 - 32 kg

Height

Height

60 cm

Grooming

Grooming

Brush your German shepherd several times during the week to reduce the amount of hair. These dogs shed a lot so daily brushing is recommended.

Origins

The German Shepherd is a somewhat recent breed, dating back to the 1890’s. These dogs owe their existence to one legend – Max Von Stephanitz, a dog breeder and a captain of the German cavalry. Stephanitz wanted to develop a well-rounded working dog.

Long before Von Stephanitz started breeding dogs, farmers in Germany used dogs for herding. In fact, sheepherders would travel for days so that they could breed their female dogs with fine sire.

But as Von Stephanitz noted, no one had taken any interest in developing these herding dogs to a distinct breed. So upon retiring from military life, he began experimenting with dog breeding.

For months, Von Stephanitz studied breeding techniques and traveled throughout Germany attending dog shows. It was during one of these shows that he came across an exceptional, wolfish-looking dog.

He bought the dog and named him Hektor Linksrhein. Later, the dog was renamed Horand v Grafeth. Horand’s powerful physique and high intelligence fascinated Von Stephanitz so much so that he formed a society in its honour.

The ‘Verein fur deutsche Schaferhunde’ was founded specifically to improve on the traits Horand’s descendants.

Von Stephanitz would later advocate for the use of this dog in military service and police work. This is how German Shepherds came to be used in World War I and II.

During these wars, these dogs served as messengers, sentries and ammunition carriers. To date, these dogs are used by the military and in guarding homesteads.

Key Characteristics Of German Shepherds

Are German Shepherds Family-Friendly?

Yes, German Shepherds are great family pets. They have a calm, caring nature and a strong instinct to protect their owners.

Common Health Issues & Considerations

German Shepherds may suffer from:

Hip dysplasia

Degenerative myelopathy

This is a progressive neurological disorder affecting the spinal cord, which leads to weakness and paralysis of the hind limbs and eventually the entire body.

Bloat

Allergies

Nature / Temperament

These dogs are fearless, direct and confident. They are also smart, easy-to-train and fun-loving.

Suitable Environment

Being a large breed dog, they need ample space to play and exercise.

They are best suited for an environment that has plenty of room and a garden.

Other Considerations

  1. German shepherds are active dogs. They need to be kept busy through playing, exercising or working.
  2. They tend to be aloof and suspicious of intruders. Owners can prevent this through early socialisation and experiences.
  3. They make great watchdogs. They look stern and intimidating so they make effective deterrents.
  4. They should be provided with ample mental stimulation.

How can I take good care of my German Shepherd?

Nutrition

The recommended daily intake for a German shepherd is 3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food. This can be split into two or three meals.

Since these dogs have high energy levels, they need meals that have vital nutrients to sustain their energy requirements. It’s also recommended that you give your dog fresh water throughout the day.

Grooming

Originally, German Shepherds were bred to help herd flocks in extreme weather. Their medium-length coat fit the job nicely as it protected them from rain and snow.

On the flip side, this breed sheds constantly, which is why they have earned the title ‘German shedders’. These dogs shed more during spring and fall, so they should be brushed and bathed more often then.

As for the rest year, brushing them two to three times per week is enough.

Exercise

German Shepherds love challenges. They prefer strenuous activities so long walks and runs are the best form of exercise. They can also take part in ball chasing or Frisbee catching.

Training

The behaviour and response to training differs from one German Shepherd to another. This makes predicting whether this dog breed is easy to train is, a little difficult.

The ease of training depends on the end goal. However, it’s important to have a good understanding of the breed’s innate characteristics in order to develop a successful training plan.

Brain training is a great way to increase the dog’s mental stimulation and strengthen its ability to learn and respond to commands.

For instance, German Shepherds trained to be working dogs have intense temperaments. This makes it challenging to train them. But training them for lighter roles is not difficult.

Looking to register as a German Shepherd breeder? Download the RPBA guide on responsible breeding practices.

Most Asked German Shepherd Questions

A German Shepherd for sale costs between $500 and $2000 approximately.

Fully-trained German Shepherds for sale are known to cost upwards of $10,000.

This price can vary depending on the dog’s health, bloodlines and form of training given.

They can, but only if you can give them plenty of exercise every day.

German shepherds are people-oriented. But, they are best suited for people who are already familiar with their specific needs.

With adequate training, these dogs can learn not to chase after smaller animals like cats.

Safe

Safe

Responsible

Responsible

Accountable

Accountable

Find your next pet with PetsForHomes - Australia’s number one free website to find a pet for sale or adoption.

Trusted & Viewed by over 1 Million Australians

Looking to sell your pet fast?

Feature your ad now!
RPBA

Apply Now

Free PetsForHomes Tops Ads

For RPBA Registered Breeders

Join Now

RPBA Cat and Dog
Top
Menu