The German Shepherd is one of the world's most capable working breeds — used by police, military and assistance services in dozens of countries — but that capability is the reason it's a poor fit for most first-time owners. A bored or under-exercised GSD becomes destructive, vocal and reactive within weeks. This guide covers the breed's true exercise requirement, hip and elbow dysplasia screening, the difference between working and show lines, and the kind of structured home a German Shepherd needs to do well.
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