Bloat, otherwise known as Gastric Dilatation and Volvulus (GDV) is a life threatening condition commonly found in large, deep-chested dogs. Given that German Shepherds fit those characteristics, are they prone to this problem? Are German Shepherds Prone To Bloat? Unfortunately, German Shepherds are indeed prone to bloat. As deep-chested chested dogs, they have a higher-than…
Can German Shepherds eat strawberries? Yes they can! In fact, strawberries are one of the best fruits a German Shepherd can eat. They’re packed with nutrients and provide a number of health benefits that help a German Shepherd stay healthy. That said, there are things you have to consider when giving strawberries to your dog….
When I was younger, I noticed my grandfather’s dog eating grass. I didn’t understand why, so I asked him why his dog was doing that. Well, he told me that grass helped with the dog’s digestion, and I simply took his word for it. For the longest time I held on to that knowledge. And…
As a German Shepherd owner, you may have already wondered about how long you’ll have your dog for. After all, while it’d be great to have them forever, it’s just not possible. And so, we need to know what to expect so we can better prepare ourselves for the inevitable. In this article, I’ll talk…
Do German Shepherds make good running partners? Yes, German Shepherds can make for good running partners. They’re strong, athletic, and full of energy making them very much capable of keeping up with their owners even when running long distances. That said, a German Shepherd’s capability to run will primarily rely on its health and built-up…
German Shepherds have perked up and pointy ears. But they’re not pointed up from birth and in fact, they stay floppy for a significant time during puppyhood. So the question is, when will a German Shepherd’s ears stand up? Well, let’s find out as we look into the German Shepherd puppy ear stages. When Will…
As German Shepherd owners, we strive to provide our dogs with the best care. And so we consider a lot of their needs, such as exercise, mental stimulation, and even social needs. But probably the most important one we have to address is their nutrition. But just what and how much should we feed a…
The German Shepherd head tilt is probably the cutest gesture you’ll ever encounter as a German Shepherd owner. But do these head tilts mean anything? Is it just something cute or can it be a cause of concern? Why Do German Shepherds Tilt Their Heads? There are multiple reasons why a German Shepherd may tilt…
German Shepherd puppies are small, fluffy, and adorable. And so some might wish that their German Shepherds remain to be a cute puppies forever. Unfortunately though, a German Shepherd will most likely grow in size. That is unless it’s suffering from a condition called pituitary dwarfism. Can German Shepherd Have Dwarfism? Yes, German Shepherds can…
Before German Shepherds grow to become large dogs, they go through different stages of growth. In this article, we’ll discuss those stages along with other aspects of their growth, such as expected heights, weights, and when German Shepherds eventually stop growing. When Do German Shepherds Stop Growing? A German Shepherd’s growth rate declines from about…