On average, German Shepherd dogs can live for 9 to 13 years if they are healthy and well taken care of.ย This longevity is largely due to the healthy nature of the German Shepherd breed.
Max von Stephanitzย is credited with first breeding and introducing the Alsatian Wolf Dog in Germany in the early 1900s to herd sheep, hence the name โGerman Shepherd.โ German Shepherds and Alsatian Wolf Dogs are, in essence, the same dog. Alsatian Wolf Dogs became popular during the First World War because of their strength, loyalty, beauty, and intelligence.
A Black German Shepherd is one that has all black fur from head to toe. They get their coat color from a recessive gene which is very rare. This means that to get a black German Shepherd puppy, two Black German Shepherds have to be bred. It may be the exact same breed as the standard German Shepherd but there are several differences especially in terms of the appearance, size, and temperament.
A German Shepherd Doberman mix is a crossbreed of the German Shepherd and the Doberman Pinscher breeds. This hybrid combines the best traits of its parent breeds resulting in an intelligent, loyal and confident pup. The guarding instincts of the German Shepherd combine with the intelligence of the Doberman Pinscher to make the German Shepherd Doberman mix the ultimate watchdog.
Yes, German Shepherds are good with kids, as well as household pets, when properly trained and socialized. And with a strong sense of loyalty and devotion to family, you can be sure that your German Shepherd will always be watching over your kids.