German shepherd cross

What is the best cross with a German shepherd?

The Best German Shepherd Mixes

  1. Golden Shepherd. Parents: Golden Retriever x German Shepherd mix. …
  2. Shug. Parents: Pug x German Shepherd mix. …
  3. Chow Shepherd. Parents: Chow Chow x German Shepherd mix. …
  4. Labrashepherd. Parents: Labrador x German Shepherd mix. …
  5. Gerberian Shepsky. …
  6. Corman Shepherd. …
  7. Shepweiler. …
  8. Shepadoodle.

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What 2 breeds make a German shepherd?

A brief insight into the development of the breed The breed was actually created by the cross breeding of working sheep dogs from rural Germany by an ex cavalry officer called Max von Stephanitz whose aim was to create a working dog for herding which could trot for long periods.

At what age should a German Shepherd ears stand up?

This is an unfortunate fact of life. German Shepherd puppy ears can come up between 8 weeks and 6 months. If they are not up when the dog is through teething (this varies from dog to dog but in general between 16 weeks and 20 weeks of age) I tell my puppy customers to get very interested in their ears.

What is the smartest dog?

Check out the top ten smartest dog breeds.

  1. Border Collie. Smart, Energetic Dog: This breed is notably known for being high-energy herding dogs. …
  2. Poodle. A Friendly, Active Breed: A Poodle is one of the smartest dog breeds. …
  3. German Shepherd Dog. …
  4. Golden Retriever. …
  5. Doberman Pinscher. …
  6. Shetland Sheepdog. …
  7. Labrador Retriever. …
  8. Papillon.

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Why German Shepherds are not good pets?

German Shepherds, like any large breed, are prone to canine hip dysplasia, a crippling and potentially fatal disease. … Good GSD rescuers will also be aware of such problems, and whether the rescued dog you're considering has shown symptoms of or has been treated for any health issues while with the rescue.Sep 28, 2014

What is Sable GSD?

“Sable” refers to a specific color of German shepherd. Sable German shepherds have a coat with lighter roots and darker tips covering most of their body. The tips are usually black, which means the dog looks as though it has a greyish color. It is a natural color variation within the breed.Sep 27, 2021

Why do German shepherds tilt their heads?

Noises which are far out of reach of the human ear are easily discernible to a German Shepherd's auditory senses. If they hear something which they don't recognize or can't decipher, they will try to tune into the sound more by tilting their heads. Think of it as directional sound capturing.Apr 4, 2018