German Shepherd Dog’s Health We know that because you care so much about your dog, you want to take good care of her/him. That is why we have made a summary of the health concerns which may concern you over the life of your Shepherd. By knowing about these health concerns specific to German Shepherd Dogs, we can tailor a specific plan to watch for and hopefully prevent some predictable risks. Many diseases and health conditions are genetic, meaning they are related to your pet’s breed. There is a general consensus among canine genetic researchers and veterinary practitioners that the con ..read more

The main purpose of a great structure is to create an efficient movement, However, that should transform to a movement of a german shepherd dog that’s more than just a trot. A multi-gifted breed must be proficient at each walk, as it will utilize every one of them in various tasks expected of it. The GSD, or any dog, demonstrates a trademark mammalian walk. A typical order of steps would be the right back, right front, left back, left front, with no suspension. One can envision that every step of the rear legs, pushes ahead the foreleg on the same side as the animal moves forward. This type of ..read more

Changing to Raw Food Diet The raw food diet is the most  wholesome pure nutrition you can provide to your  four-legged friends . A Raw food diet is full of living nutrients and enzymes that cannot be matched by any other diet.  Kibble diets and even homemade diets involve cooking the ingredients which inevitably destroys a lot of the nutrients and all of the essential enzymes. The additives and chemicals in many commercial kibble diets also have a negative effect on our pets bodies over time. The benefits of a raw food diet are amazing. Dogs with medical issues, allergies, skin ..read more

  Dog bloat or gastric torsion (GDV) What is Gastric Dilation Torsion (GDV)? Gastric torsion, or Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) Syndrome, means twisting of the stomach, which usually occurs because the stomach has become filled with gas. It mainly occurs in deep-chested breeds . What causes gastric torsion? The cause of the condition is seen as a bit of a mystery. It is thought that if there is enough room in the abdomen for gas-filled organs to move then occasionally they will. This is why the condition is most common in deep chested dogs.  So why do the organs become gas-filled i ..read more

Basics of German Shepherd Training It’s essential for German Shepherd parents like you to know certain basic factors that determine your relationship with your German Shepherd and can go a long way in training him effectively. Before you begin training your German Shepherd, it is absolutely essential that you build a loving bond with him. This is important as it helps you to understand his needs and instincts and also allows your German Shepherd to have complete trust in you. Know more about German Shepherd care from this free mini course Let us see how……. How To Bond With Your German Shepherd ..read more

Quite an old post now and Archer is five years old but the sentiments are still quite relevant due to some posts ive seen recently on Facebook. I came across this post the other day on Facebook written by a chap called Dave Halejr from America.I was so touched by his words I have asked him if I could share them and he has gave his permission if it helps anyone else in the German Shepherd “family”. I dread the day anything happens to my two.   “I have been thinking. I have only had my buddy Archer for 6 months. In that time Archer has become a part of my heart every day. I have got clos ..read more

“A home is not a home without a German Shepherd” German shepherds are known as a family dog because of their cool and calm temperament. Temperament is inherited and that is why German Shepherd dogs are considered one of the most friendliest dogs ever because of their  cool nature. Here in this article we will show you some reasons  why this type of dog is best for your family. German Shepherd is an intelligent dog Commonly known as police dog it is the most intelligent dog breed ever. The best thing is that whatever task you assign to this dog he will learn it quickly and will act up ..read more

Here at German Shepherds 4 Us We are happy to promote the wonderful work the Guide Dogs for the Blind do.            Please support this fantastic charity….. Thankyou   Guide Dogs exists to provide life-changing services to the 360,000 people who are registered blind or partially sighted, and the two million people in the UK living with sight loss. We’ve been on this journey since our first guide dog partnerships were formed in 1931. In recent years, we have expanded our services beyond our dogs to help thousands more people with different needs lead confiden ..read more

When an average individual looks at a Belgian Malinois, he could easily misjudge the dog for a German Shepherd. The two dogs look so similar, although they are different breeds that originated from different parts of the earth; both of them are Shepherds and likewise have the same coat colours and markings. Thus, the breeds are often mistaken for each other by people who don’t know the differences that tell the breeds apart. Sometimes, the Belgian Malinois is POPULARLY known all over the world  as Belgian Shepherd. The Belgian Shepherd is a little smaller than the German Shepherd. While ..read more

One of the most tricky decisions for me has been whether to cut my two German Shepherds nails myself or take them to an expert to be trimmed or even learning properly How to Clip Dogs Nails. I understand that not cutting nails can cause pain in the dogs feet as well as arthritis and bad joint pain. The most common and worrying reason for not doing them is being afraid of “quicking” the dog making the dog very frightened of the entire procedure.In this instance nail cutting becomes an event surrounded by anxiety and drama. How to Clip Dogs Nails For active dogs who run all day on varied surfac ..read more