When we hear of a GSD “attacking an intruder” we immediately think that the dog must have been previously trained; how could he have known how to do that? Your GSD may have attacked the intruder simply because he (or you) felt unsafe or was startled – he may have done his “job” without being …
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Raising a German Shepherd and a cat together needs some amount of know-how, lots of love and patience. This article sets the goal to teach your GSD dog to be gentle around your cat, in some cases, which may not be easy. Active supervision, creating calm associations, and early socialization/desensitization are some of the most …
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It can be shocking and heartbreaking at the same time when our German Shepherd suddenly shows aggression towards strangers. It hard to believe your dog would have behaved like that. It feels like our options are limited for activities that we can involve them in, including just a walk around the neighborhood. German Shepherds can …
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If you own a German Shepherd, are worried about bringing a new dog into your house? Or are you bringing a German Shepherd home and are worried about how your other dog(s) will react to the new GSD? The good news is that you can keep everything under control if you correctly introduce them and …
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When your GSD suddenly becomes aggressive towards you it can not only be terrifying, but heartbreaking. German Shepherds are loyal and often predictable family dogs who are part of our day-to-day lives, so experiencing sudden aggressive behavior towards you can be difficult for everyone involved. The German Shepherd Dog can suddenly show aggressive behaviors towards …
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When our beloved German Shepherds show aggression toward us, it can be heartbreaking. We provide them with all of the best things, but they’ve just growled or maybe even bitten us when we tried to get near their food. This is a difficult behavior for most GSD families to understand, but it can be worked through. Food …
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German Shepherd dogs are often very protective of their owners, and their family members. And when they feel threatened or unsafe, they will show signs of aggression. In some cases, German Shepherds can exhibit aggressive behavior towards one’s spouse. This change of behavior can be sudden and very unpredictable. The main reason for a German …
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Despite being such large, powerful dogs, German Shepherds have a tendency to be afraid of thunder, lighting, and fireworks. If your GSD is showing signs of fear and extreme anxiety, such as whimpering, panting, and excessively licking, there are a number of methods you can use to set them at ease. It is natural for …
