Affinity for the German Shepherd

Beautiful, noble and intelligent, the German Shepherd dog plays a variety of different roles. From service dog to police K-9... to loyal companion and family protector.

These magnificent animals are an integral part of our society.

Breed founder, Captain Max von Stephanitz, set about looking for a dog that existed only in his mind:

"...firm of nerve, attentiveness, unshockability, tractability, watchfulness, reliability, and incorruptibility together with courage, fighting tenacity and hardness."

At a dog show, he discovered a clever and tenacious wolf-like canine and knew he was onto something. His dream was soon realized and the amazingly versatile GSD became reality.

This site is designed to be a resource for information on the Alsation. The kind of site I was seeking when choosing a puppy of this beautiful breed.

Are you lucky enough to be owned by a GSD?

Here you will find valuable resources and information on the AKC's second most popular breed in America.

Stick around, and you will discover many fascinating facts about these amazing dogs, including:

GSD Dog Breed Information and Behavior

Why were they bred and what are their common traits? Sometimes called german shepard or german shephard, what are interesting German Shepherd facts?

Choosing a good breeder (avoiding backyard breeders), or finding a GSD Rescue Group.

How do I go about training a german shepherd puppy and what are the best GSD puppy collars? Is there a growth chart?

What are common dog health problems and what dog nutrition guidelines do I follow? Discover what you should NOT feed your GSD.

Puppy Names and Obedience Training
What should I name my puppy and how can I teach her manners?

A working breed, German Shepherds play many roles in society, including guide dogs, guard dogs, dogs in the military, K9 police dogs, search and rescue dogs and sheepdogs.

This site is inspired by and dedicated to Schatzi...

"He is your friend, your partner, your defender, your dog.

You are his life, his love, his leader.

He will be yours, faithful and true, to the last beat of his heart.

You owe it to him to be worthy of such devotion."

~Unknown

The information and products recommended by german-shepherd-lore.com are not intended to take the place of expert veterinarian care. Please consult with your vet and ask about using a natural and alternative approach for the healthcare and treatment of your pet. Find a holistic vet.