| Subject | Date Asked |
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| diet | 11/20/2009 |
Q: I have a 9 week old German Shepherd i am feeding it milk & bread in the morning them cerelac in the ...
A: slowly phase out everything but the Pedigree and feed it dry. It is the complete and balanced diet ...
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| German Shepherd curly tail? | 11/20/2009 |
Q: I have a 1 1/2 year old spayed female GSD who is a wonderful companion. She is sable in color and ...
A: I think there some variation of how any breed of dogs carry their tail. It is possible the breeder ...
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| aggression in my german shepard | 11/19/2009 |
Q: I have an 8 month old german sheperd. We have taken her to obediance school and she learned her ...
A: You may need to get a private trainer. Many obedience courses are about the dog getting a treat ...
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| german sheperd | 11/18/2009 |
Q: I have recently separated and purchased a new home, I wud love for my 8yr old germen sheperd to live ...
A: I would take her as far is as she will go. Sit down and pet her. Talk to her, scratch her ears, ...
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| black lab/german shepherd mix | 11/16/2009 |
Q: My puppy is 3mos. old and is 11 pounds was just curious in how much you think he will weigh as an ...
A: Sounds small for his age. Is he keeping himself very thin like some young Shepherds insist on? ...
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| GSD ears | 11/14/2009 |
Q: I just received a puppy from MAJA GSD, on 05/29/08 a Bernie Avon had contacted you regarding a ...
A: I have no reliable information on that. My gut feeling is that all you can do is watch its diet and ...
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| GSD maybe separation anxiety? | 11/13/2009 |
Q: About 5 months ago, we got Riley, a 3 year old (as of last month) GSD. We already have a 14 year ...
A: Continue the obedience training. It should help. Maybe doing what you can of thes bonding ...
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| GSD New Fear | 11/11/2009 |
Q: Hello! My husband and I have nearly three (January) year old male German Shepherd named Earl. He is ...
A: This is not a common problem that I have successful experience solving. Could you move the crate to ...
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| 1 or 2 Puppies? | 11/11/2009 |
Q: I have work for 12 hours a day. So I can’t give much time to dogs. Last Month I was planning to buy ...
A: I have to agree only one would have been better. However, that article has some practical advice on ...
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| german shepherd biting | 11/11/2009 |
Q: I recently adopted a german shepherd mix. He's a little under a year old. He's still teething so he ...
A: Young Labs, which I know best, and other puppies tend to very bad about biting. You see a litter of ...
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| nervous & timid GS | 11/9/2009 |
Q: We have a sweet 2 yr old GS dog named Nadja. We adopted her as a puppy from a reputable breeder. ...
A: How much socialization did she get between 6-12 weeks? Many so called reputable breeders are ...
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| rescue dog fearful at night | 11/5/2009 |
Q: My husband and I got a 3 year old white shepherd from a shelter in Mexico. She was turned in by her ...
A: Work at building the dog's confidence up. Start with obedience training. The key to most behavior ...
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| GS showing dominance with my son | 11/4/2009 |
Q: I have a 5 month female GS that has starting showing aggressive behavior with one of my sons and is ...
A: You need to train the biting our of the dog. Young Labs, which I know best, and other puppies tend ...
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| German Shepherd with Hind Leg problem | 11/3/2009 |
Q: My In laws own a German Shepherd named Ally. This is their 2nd German shepherd. When there first dog ...
A: Sounds like hip dysplacia. It is largely genetic, but there are lines of Shepherds where it isn't ...
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| German Shepherd behaviour | 11/2/2009 |
Q: We have a GS, 18months old, who has started taking himself for walk. We walk him fairly ...
A: Never punish a dog for returning. All you can do is is welcome him back. He will see punishment as ...
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| Ears | 10/31/2009 |
Q: I have a german shephard pup just turning 4 months its ears are still not standing on there own ...
A: There are many pure bred Shepherds whose ears aren't up at 4 months. Many people work at gluing and ...
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| ears | 10/30/2009 |
Q: My 5 month old GSD has one ear that is not standing. It did stand before teething and does stand at ...
A: I have never seen any information on how much good it does from a source that I would trust. My ...
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| dog problem | 10/29/2009 |
Q: How do I get my year old, nutured german shepherd to stop hummping me? I've tryed the no, down, ...
A: The key to most behavior problems is approaching things using the dog's natural instincts. Dogs see ...
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| 7 month old shepherd | 10/27/2009 |
Q: I have a 7 month old shepherd who is 26" and weighs 65 lbs. He has not gained any weight since he ...
A: I am hoping the vet finds worms or other parasites and can cure them. I would almost say if your ...
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| Agression | 10/26/2009 |
Q: I have a large 2 1/2 year old gsd whom I have had since he was 8 weeks. He has always been fine ...
A: Yes, get him neutered. It is no cure all, but should help. Give things a little time afterwards. ...
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| 10 wk old gsd behavior | 10/26/2009 |
Q: I am at day 2 with a ten week old gsd. It is my husbands first time with this breed. I however was ...
A: Yes, they do tend to bond with only one person. The more time he spends with her, th ebetter she ...
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| barking | 10/25/2009 |
Q: I have a 4 month old german shepherd, i take him to training classes but he barks at all the other ...
A: Hold you hand in front of its face and say ''_______ enough'' while giving the leash a jerk. If ...
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| potty training | 10/22/2009 |
Q: We have a german shephard puppy who is 4 months old and we can't seem to house break her. We ...
A: That didn't seem to be working that well either. There are some problems I have encountered and ...
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| GSD aggression | 10/21/2009 |
Q: I have a 15-month old male gsd. The other night when I came home he barked when he heard me open ...
A: Yes, I would speak his name. You may want to obedience train him. The key to most behavior ...
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| GSD Ears | 10/20/2009 |
Q: his 1 ear was up and other one was also up occasionally for few minutes now both of them are down.is ...
A: I am skeptical about how much good taping does. I would switch to the adult version if he is on a ...
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| GS with diaherra | 10/19/2009 |
Q: My 8 yr old, male, non neutered, just got his distemper vac. yesterday and now has diaherra. Is ...
A: No it isn't common. Maybe my dogs have had over 100 shots and never any kind of a reaction. I ...
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| my 2 year old german shepard has severe dry skin | 10/17/2009 |
Q: I have tried everything.We started giving him 1 allergy pill a day. 1 fish oil pill a day, nothing ...
A: Feed a decent chow and as little else as possible, seldom if ever bathe the dog, and brush it daily ...
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| german shepherd | 10/11/2009 |
Q: i have a female German shepherd & she is just 4 months old we give her to eat 4 time a day but still ...
A: Most dogs will need about 3-4 cups. It is common for Shepherds to refuse to eat more than they ...
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| German Shepherd nibbling | 10/10/2009 |
Q: My GSD nibbles things with his front teeth such as sweaters, silk. He also does it when he's ...
A: Dogs don't explain why they do things. In many cases, we have a logical explanation, but it is all ...
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| Ear | 10/5/2009 |
Q: I have male GSD Pup who will be 16 weeks this Saturday.any time we take him for walk he barks at ...
A: Worm medicines often cause diarrhea. If it doesn't clear up in a few days, check with the vet. If ...
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| Barking at people | 9/29/2009 |
Q: I have male GSD Pup who will be 16 weeks this Saturday.any time we take him for walk he barks at ...
A: The key to most behavior problems is approaching things using the dog's natural instincts. Dogs see ...
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| Smell from gsd | 9/28/2009 |
Q: i have two GSD DOG BUT THEY HAVE A SMELL COMEING FROM THEIR BODY . PL TELL WHAT ...
A: There several things that can cause excessive smell. The best thing is to start with an exam by a ...
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| German Shepherd Puppy Size | 9/28/2009 |
Q: I have a 4.5 month old spayed female I have a 4.5 month old, spayed, female puppy. She is 32 lbs. ...
A: That does sound small. Her ribs aren't showing excessively? See ...
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| german shepherd | 9/25/2009 |
Q: i have a female German shepherd & she is just 4 months old we give her to eat 4 time a day but still ...
A: They stop biting after they get a negative response time after time. Young Labs, which I know best, ...
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| Hind Leg problem with my GSD | 9/24/2009 |
Q: MY MALE GSD IS 7 MTHS OLD. NOT BEEN SPAYED. WHEN HE IS WALKING, HE SEEMS TO BE FLAYING HIS RIGHT ...
A: That could be several things, some of which he will grow out of and some little can be done. If ...
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| Adopting a GSD from Shelter | 9/24/2009 |
Q: I have adopted a 7 year old female, spayed, from the animal shelter. I have a 7 year old Australian ...
A: Are you sure it is a real fight? Are their hackles up and quick, short snaps drawing blood? If ...
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| adult dog urinating in the home | 9/23/2009 |
Q: My 2 year old German shepherd has begun urinating in the house even though he has been completely ...
A: It really sounds like marking. It sometimes starts any time in the first 3 years before they are ...
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| new puppy | 9/23/2009 |
Q: I have a lovely german shepherd which is two and half years old. We have just got a german shepherd ...
A: For now, it is normal. You may or may not have trouble as the puppy matures. If both see you as a ...
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| german shepherd | 9/22/2009 |
Q: i have a female German shepherd & she is just 4 months old we give her to eat 4 time a day but still ...
A: She is growing very rapidly now and needs exactly the right diet. The best thing at 4 months would ...
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| pinch collars | 9/22/2009 |
Q: We have a 7 month female German Shepherd,She has a good temperament,but has a will of her own.We ...
A: I can't say that it will. I hope somebody experienced, such as your instructor helped you fit it. ...
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| worried | 9/21/2009 |
Q: We have a German shepherd dog who is 7 months old.She is very friendly towards other dogs and ...
A: The percentage is not to have more than one female. I always suggest that if you are getting a ...
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| German Shepherd | 9/18/2009 |
Q: I have a 6 month old shepherd who has become very over protective. She growls at every one except ...
A: The key to most behavior problems is approaching things using the dog's natural instincts. Dogs see ...
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| GSD pup and Doberman | 9/15/2009 |
Q: I have a question regarding the behavior and temperament of our GSD puppy. She is 11 weeks old, and ...
A: It is the nature of German Shepherds to be more vocal than other dogs. When she cries or whines, ...
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| german shephered | 9/13/2009 |
Q: hai , i have a german f/6weeks. My question is that which food is better for my sweety. And also ...
A: In America, we have a wide verity of commercial dog foods. Most dogs will thrive on most foods. ...
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| GSD feeding | 9/12/2009 |
Q: thanks
A: If it is a dry food that hasn't set out long, I see no problem with it. Shepherds tend to be light ...
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| Is my dog depressed? | 9/12/2009 |
Q: To give you a little history about our german shepherd; she was my father-in-laws dog, she is about ...
A: Shepherds are slow to bond with new people. It wouldn't hurt to have a check up. Otherwise, it ...
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| Anxious German Shepherd | 9/12/2009 |
Q: we just adopted a 3 year old GSD from the Shelter. He was probably abused and confined in small ...
A: The key to most behavior problems is approaching things using the dog's natural instincts. Dogs see ...
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| Potty Training Problems | 9/11/2009 |
Q: I have a 6 mo old German Shepherd Puppy named Daisy. She is amazingly smart and getting bigger by ...
A: When you are around you need to keep a close eye on the dog. Use closed doors or gates to keep it in ...
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| How to stop my dog from barking and scaring children | 9/11/2009 |
Q: I have a 4 year old spay female german shepherd. She has been raised in a household with two adults ...
A: Have him avoid making eye contact or petting the top of her head. He shouldn't let his teeth show ...
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| My 10 wk old German Shepherd Puppy | 9/10/2009 |
Q: Hey Labman, Started noticing excessive scratching and whimpering mostly tward ears, I had to take ...
A: Yes a yeast infection will cause that. Did the vet give you anything for it? Also some dogs ...
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| Suitable (food) Treats | 9/9/2009 |
Q: But he has recently developed stomach problems diarrhea for a few days then it clears for one or two ...
A: Kibble is a common term here for dry dog food. It is one of the safest possible treats for dogs. ...
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| Suitable (food) Treats | 9/9/2009 |
Q: But he has recently developed stomach problems diarrhea for a few days then it clears for one or two ...
A: The pet stores are full of toys that many dogs will quickly chew up into pieces they could choke on ...
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| jumping | 9/8/2009 |
Q: Do German Shepherds' jump over fences?
A: I think it is a learned behavior. Some will and some won't. The higher the fence and less a dog is ...
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| Problem puppy feeding | 9/8/2009 |
Q: i am having difficulty to feed him. i bought Royal Canine GSD Junior 30 for him. he does not like ...
A: Many young shepherds are like that. Keeping him hungry is the key. He really needs to be on a dog ...
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| German Shepherd Mix Food | 9/7/2009 |
Q: I have a 6 1/2 year old German Shepherd mix (not sure what he is mixed with) that is 59lbs (slightly ...
A: Stay with the dry food. Suppose you knew a breeder that bred hundreds of dogs a year, mostly Labs, ...
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| Recent aggression | 9/7/2009 |
Q: We have a 2 y/o neutered GSD, we have noticed some aggression towards other people/kids over the ...
A: He could be maturing and taking on more responsibility for the pack. The key to most behavior ...
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| Puppies fighting | 9/7/2009 |
Q: I have a 18week old German Shepherd,and a 16 week old Belgian Shepherd.The German Shepherd is a big ...
A: That is quite normal behavior. As long as both seem to enjoy it, let them be. You do need to keep ...
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| sams ears | 9/4/2009 |
Q: I have a 8 month old oversized female german sheperd her ears are up but her tips atill are floppy ...
A: Cut out the Nupro now. Throw it away. The worst thing you can do for a growing large breed puppy is ...
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| 3/4 Siberian Husky 1/4 German Shepherd Size | 9/3/2009 |
Q: I have a 3/4 Siberian husky 1/4 German shepherd (dad was purebred husky mom was half German ...
A: The breed standard for Shepherds calls for them to be no more than 26'' at the shoulder. Your dog ...
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| My new puppy - Need advice | 9/3/2009 |
Q: Last weekend we brought home a GSD puppy, who is now 8 weeks old. We have her confined to the ...
A: The puppy needs to be with you to bond. Besides, they learn nothing shut up in a crate. If you let ...
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| germansheperd | 9/3/2009 |
Q: how do you train him not to pull when walking him
A: You should stay with a flat fabric or leather collar until your puppy is 5 months old. Then you can ...
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| Advice for my new GSD puppy | 9/3/2009 |
Q: Last weekend we brought home a GSD puppy, who is now 8 weeks old. We have her confined to the ...
A: I find many breeders' knowledge of puppy care lacking. Breeding and caring for puppies require ...
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| My new puppy - Need advice | 9/3/2009 |
Q: Last weekend we brought home a GSD puppy, who is now 8 weeks old. We have her confined to the ...
A: The puppy belongs with you as much as possible. The crate should only be used when you aren't ...
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| puppy weight | 9/3/2009 |
Q: What is the average weight for a 9 month old spayed GSD?
A: That is hard to say. What you need to worry about is the body condition, see ...
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| Training | 9/1/2009 |
Q: How can I can my german shepard to use the bathroom in one location outside.
A: That is best done starting with a young puppy. Much of housebreaking is not training the puppy, but ...
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| Adopted adult GSD - eating habits | 8/31/2009 |
Q: We adopted an adult female 3 year old GSD 6 weeks ago from an animal shelter. We had her checked as ...
A: I would stick to the salmon, just offer her less. The worst thing you can do is to bribe a dog ...
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| feeding..grooming | 8/26/2009 |
Q: .my gs is 4month ihave 2 questions how many times should ifeed him? and ihave a problem grooming ...
A: At that age, twice a day is fine. You can cut back to one a day at 6 months if you want to. You ...
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| neutering | 8/21/2009 |
Q: i have a 7 month old german shepherd. i was to have him neuterd when he was 6 months old, but i ...
A: Maybe. At least one of the studies supporting later neutering admits the science behind it is weak. ...
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| GSD AGGRESSION | 8/18/2009 |
Q: My husband and I own a two-year-old GSD, 'Blade'. My father-in-law owns 'Shadow', Blade's birth ...
A: That is all hard to say. You could try it and chances are there would be enough warning to prevent ...
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| Poorly German Shepherd | 8/17/2009 |
Q: My 8 yr old GS, male is not very well. It started 7 days ago, he had diarrhoea and vomiting. I ...
A: It is really hard to say. We had a huge tumor removed from our lab at 12 years old, and she had ...
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| german shepherd | 8/14/2009 |
Q: both are brother and sister witch one would you recommend to be fixed? but at what age should this ...
A: No doubt about it, do the female. That will eliminate the mess, risks, and hassles of her goin ...
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| GSD Ears | 8/12/2009 |
Q: I'm terrified that I've ruined his ears!! My male, Coots, is just over 6 months old and his ears ...
A: I question how much good gluing and taping do. Nearly all dogs' ears eventually stand up with or ...
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| Submissive Urinating | 8/8/2009 |
Q: I have a 11 month old German Shepherd Puppy who submissively urinates when growled at by our other ...
A: I am not sure how far you will get training the other dog not to be dominant with her. Perhaps ...
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| interested in adopting a puppy GSD. | 7/30/2009 |
Q: Hey, im considering adopting a GSD pup, my only concern's are, do the ears stand at attention when ...
A: They are born with their ears down. Usually they are up by 2 months, although I have heard of them ...
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| GERMAN SHEPHERD | 7/29/2009 |
Q: WHEN DO PUPPIES QUIT BITING
A: If not trained otherwise, they will continue. Young Labs, which I know best, and other puppies tend ...
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| question abt my gernan shepherd | 7/19/2009 |
Q: 5 months old German shepherd i have some questions 2 ask u 1. how much food should i give him at ...
A: 1 At that age, 400-500 grams a day divided into 2 feedings a day should be close. Often Shepherds ...
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| WIEHT | 7/18/2009 |
Q: I have a 3 months old female German shepherd, she is only 10.5 pounds, she seams very health and ...
A: That sounds way too light. Some dogs just end much smaller than they should. What does the vet ...
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| GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPY FLOPPING EARS | 7/16/2009 |
Q: My puppy is 3 1/2 months now & both of his ears were up & now the left one flopped towards the right ...
A: I don't have any trusted source saying whether gluing and taping works or not. I do know that ...
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| German Shepherd Teething and Ears | 7/15/2009 |
Q: I purchased a female full breed german shepherd a few weeks ago. She is about three and a half ...
A: It is hard to say what ears will do. Whatever you do, don't add calcium to her diet. Most puppy ...
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| Territorial 5 year-old GSD | 7/14/2009 |
Q: My 5 year old dog, Shadow, has lately become aggressive towards our other dogs. He constantly ...
A: No problem neutering him now, and it should help. So will strong leadership on your part. The key ...
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| 6 moth old german shepherd | 7/13/2009 |
Q: we have had him since he was six months old and every time we put him in the car he gets car ...
A: That is not a problem I have training or experience to solve. I am slow to suggest such things, but ...
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| GERMAN SHEPARD | 7/13/2009 |
Q: IS IT GOOD TO FEED THE DOG beef, IF SO HOW OFTEN AND IN WHAT QUANTITY
A: If available, the best thing is to feed the dog a commercial dog food and nothing else. It is the ...
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| how much food should a 2.5 month old GSD be fed? | 7/12/2009 |
Q: my family and i are all out during the day and we are out all day. we come home at around 0430-0500. ...
A: A cup each of 3 times a day should be close. Usually if you over feed a GSD, it will refuse it eat ...
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| Purebred GSD and coat ID, and advise. | 7/12/2009 |
Q: At this time I am in the market for a GSD but am considering possibly helping out with a dog in need ...
A: I can do no better than a maybe. Since purebreds vary in appearance, it is very difficult to sort ...
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| training | 7/11/2009 |
Q: i have heard that they are protective dogs, and i am a beginning dog owner. do you think that proper ...
A: Likely early socialization is the most important thing. Get the puppy by 7-8 weeks and immediately ...
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| Our Rescue Purebred Lab | 7/8/2009 |
Q: Hello, Now this one is about Zeke, our rescue Lab. He's a marvel.... We adore him.....however, we ...
A: The pet stores are full of toys that many dogs will quickly chew up into pieces they could choke on ...
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| Our Rescue Female Purebred GS | 7/8/2009 |
Q: We adopted our little gal who's a picky eater (as I've come to find out some sheps are).... We feed ...
A: I think it is extremely rare to need to bribe a dog to eat more with tempting food. If the dog ...
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| Barking! | 6/25/2009 |
Q: We have had dogs all our lives....never a Shepherd before, but labs, retrievers, spaniels, etc. We ...
A: I don't like to stereotype dogs by their breed, but Shepherds are more likely to be a barking ...
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| bathing a german shepherd | 6/20/2009 |
Q: We have a three year old male german shepherd that sheds an incredible amount which we handle as we ...
A: I admit I am on the fringe, but I seldom if ever bathe a dog. I don't think you would need to use ...
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| German Shepherd 10 months old. | 6/16/2009 |
Q: I have never had a german shepherd do this. Whenever I do something in the yard that Gretta sees me ...
A: It really sounds like what the behaviorists call resource guarding. The key to most behavior ...
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| fear | 6/15/2009 |
Q: i got 5months german shepherds,he is always scared from outside people and other dogs.wht should we ...
A: Most likely it a lack of early socialization. It is much more difficult to train a dog to accept ...
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| new onset fear of my husband | 6/14/2009 |
Q: My husband and I adopted our female shepherd in March from a shelter. We believe that she is about ...
A: Your husband is a primate and may be giving all wrong canine messages. Looking her in the eye, ...
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| attacked by German Shepher | 6/8/2009 |
Q: I live in a new area where not many of the house are occupied yet including mine - i went over ...
A: No that isn't typical of German Shepherds. Most of them are friendly and many are big wimps. ...
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| feeding | 6/6/2009 |
Q: how much food should i feed my male 7 week old gsd
A: A half cup or more each of 3 times a day. within a month, you may have to increase it to a full ...
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| weight of puppy | 6/3/2009 |
Q: i am worried for my 7 months old German shepherd dog as he only weighs 21 kg -- is he weak?
A: That may be on the small side. Have you been feeding it a dog or puppy chow? If it is too thin, ...
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| German Shepherd refusing to eat | 6/1/2009 |
Q: We have german shepherd who's 3 yrs old, and we normally feed him once a day (rice, beef and some ...
A: Many dogs will wolf down more than is good for them and look for more. Others refuse to eat more ...
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| Agression towards Children | 5/30/2009 |
Q: I have a German Shepherd who I adopted from a rehoming centre. When Max 1st came home with us he was ...
A: The neutering should help, but it may be a month of more until you see the full effect. The dog ...
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| potty trained dog going in off limit areas | 5/30/2009 |
Q: We have a 10 month old Rhodesian Ridgeback male who was neutered 2 months ago. We trained him to go ...
A: I don't see an obvious reason for it or how to deal with it. You may need to have a private trainer ...
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| Scared or Protective | 5/29/2009 |
Q: I have an almost 11 mos. old female german shepherd, when ever she sees some she doesn't recognize ...
A: I think she is taking on too much responsibility for the pack. She needs to understand it is your ...
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| German Shepard-popping left hip socket | 5/22/2009 |
Q: I noticed a popping sound coming from my 7month old german shepard puppy. I'm former K-9, military ...
A: The hips aren't fully formed at this time. You want to keep her lean, usually no problem with a ...
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| bathroom controll issues | 5/19/2009 |
Q: My 14 mo gsd has control issues over going to the bathroom. she will only go at home or at my ...
A: Yes I understand the problem. Training them to go on command wherever they are works better when ...
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| behavior | 5/18/2009 |
Q: I have a 4mo. old female GSD that has done something I've never seen before. When ever she hears a ...
A: Dogs are highly sensitive to human emotions. You can worry your dog sick. What you are describing ...
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| German Shepard | 5/14/2009 |
Q: I have a 13yr old German Shepherd ( Stone). I received a medical examine from my vet Dr that Stone ...
A: This is the toughest decision a dog owner is ever faced with. A year ago, my vet switched our 14 ...
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| just brang a new puppy home! | 5/13/2009 |
Q: first off I'd like to say I found your information quite helpful indeed and thank you. I have an 8 ...
A: It is best to not to allow the puppy to ever put its teeth on anybody. Perhaps more so with the ...
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| A real german shepherd? | 5/10/2009 |
Q: I have a question regarding german shepherds Ive seen lately. Im a huge fan of the breed and I know ...
A: You could check the current breed standards at www.akc.org My older reference book gives 24-26 for ...
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| My 6mth German Shepherd has Bitten | 5/1/2009 |
Q: I have a 6month old white german shepherd bitch. She is great with the family although she growls ...
A: At least here, dogs aren't put down for the first bite. This is a critical matter and you need more ...
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| Cow hocks | 4/30/2009 |
Q: Our 5mth old GS female pup has a funny twist to her walk, several people have commented and asked if ...
A: I have to admit I am not sure. While the best around have taught me things like the early switch to ...
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| german shepherd puppy | 4/30/2009 |
Q: My 1o week old german shepherd sometimes shows signs of aggression. It worries me a bit but I dont ...
A: Quite often puppies will push you just as far as they can. Most of her life was spent sorting out ...
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| Cow hocks | 4/29/2009 |
Q: Our 5mth old GS female pup has a funny twist to her walk, several people have commented and asked if ...
A: I am a little surprised the vet is suggesting X-Rays since they don't show much until a year old. ...
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| German Shepherd puppy training | 4/26/2009 |
Q: I just got an amazing 8 week old german shepherd puppy. It is a male! Well we are having a rough ...
A: I always go out with the puppy. You may need to walk him around to stimulate his body to eliminate. ...
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| shy | 4/22/2009 |
Q: i have a 3 month old gsd female. she is very shy about coming when called what can i do
A: How long have you had her? Many of them are slow to accept new people. "Come" needs to be taught ...
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| German German Shepherds | 4/21/2009 |
Q: Over in Europe,(specifically in Germany I think) they have the larger type of German shepherds and ...
A: I recently saw a reference to a ''King Shepherd''. Perhaps that is what what you are thinking of. ...
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| Puppy not eating | 4/15/2009 |
Q: What if my German Sheperd pup is not eating as much? I try and feed him 3 time a day and seems like ...
A: Shepherds are notorious for light eating. As long as his ribs don't show too much, leave well ...
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| Diarrhea | 4/15/2009 |
Q: Is it normal for my 18week old GSD to have diarrhea? Is it beacuase he is teething? Is it also ...
A: No it isn't normal. Unless you have made a sudden change in diet, the most common cause is some ...
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| Skittish Lab-Husky Mix | 4/10/2009 |
Q: We recently have adopted a 1 year old (we think) female lab-husky mix who is afraid of most things. ...
A: For now, it may be best to crate her when you aren't around. Along with giving her good pack ...
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| Sheltered German Shepherd | 4/10/2009 |
Q: Good evening. I am considering adopting a female German Shepherd from the animal shelter. She ...
A: She may be a good dog for you. Not every dog is typical of their breed, but many Shepherds do have ...
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| German sheperd | 4/7/2009 |
Q: i never got them where can i get papers for her? also this is my first german and i don't know what ...
A: You must work through the breeder to get the papers. If the breeder fails to give you the paper ...
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| Grooming | 4/5/2009 |
Q: I am not a breeder just a regular pet owner. My GSD mix is now seven weeks old. Is it safe to bathe ...
A: Yes, I would use a shampoo meant for dogs. I seldom if ever bathe puppies. They come to me nice ...
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| GSD puppy agressive, fearful | 4/3/2009 |
Q: Male GSD 6months old. Got him at 10 weeks old, probably bad breeder, although the parents & brother ...
A: Neutering will help, but may not be enough. You are already doing much of what I would suggest. ...
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| 11 month WGSD that is shy and agressive | 4/3/2009 |
Q: I have a AKC White German Shepherd female that is 11months old. We have tried to socialize her with ...
A: How old was she when you got her? If past 12 weeks, that could be the problem. At that age, dogs ...
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| live stock and dogs | 4/2/2009 |
Q: We have sheep and chickens, and are considering getting a German Shepard/Border Collie mix. Do you ...
A: Herding breeds such as those are a good bet with other animals. They are bred to protect them. ...
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| GSD not eating | 4/1/2009 |
Q: My five-month-old german shepherd puppy has been finicky about eating for a while. She was ...
A: It is completely normal for young Shepherds to be light eaters. If you haven't talked to your vet ...
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| Puppy socialization | 3/31/2009 |
Q: I have a three month old GSD pure breed male, he has is vaccinations. I recently introduced him to ...
A: The problem is, you have waited too long. It is common advice, but a bad idea to keep a new puppy ...
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| NIPPING | 3/30/2009 |
Q: i JUST GOOD A 1 YEAR SHEPHERD FROM ONE OF MY CLIENTS. i HAVE A THREE YEAR OLD DAUGHTER. DYLAN IS ...
A: It is a tough, time consuming job to teach to teach a young puppy not to nip. A one year old used ...
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| nuetering my older German Sheppard | 3/29/2009 |
Q: I adopted a male older German Sheppard from the pound and the agreement of adopting is I nueter him. ...
A: Once a dog is past about a year, estimating it age is difficult. So much depends on its care. No ...
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| nervous german shepard | 3/28/2009 |
Q: I have a 3 year old German shepard. About two - four weeks ago she became nervous outdoors. As ...
A: She must have had some sort of a bad experience outside. Don't coddle her or let it stress you. ...
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| german shepherd | 3/26/2009 |
Q: MY german shepherd puppy has a fully erect ear and a crooked ear should i tape the crooked ear
A: I don't know if taping does any good or not. There are some things I am quite sure of, but others I ...
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| multiple puppies | 3/22/2009 |
Q: I am adopting a gs puppy..and would like to adopt a second as a companion. Is this recommended, or ...
A: I would wait. One puppy at a time is a lot of work. Also 2 puppies within 6 months of each other ...
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| Food | 3/20/2009 |
Q: What do I do when my dog won't eat regular dog food?
A: If the dog never did eat very well, and has seen the vet since the problem existed, you may be over ...
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| jumping/climbing | 3/20/2009 |
Q: I have a shepherd mix about 10mo., he is a great dog with a lot of energy. We own a auto body shop ...
A: I never had a problem like that. I have used mousetraps to keep dogs off counters. Perhaps if he ...
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| Barking GSD | 3/5/2009 |
Q: My 14month old gsd bitch barks at other dogs. She barks at some people when she gets excited, like ...
A: The key to most behavior problems is approaching things using the dog's natural instincts. Dogs see ...
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| Ears | 3/1/2009 |
Q: My 8 week old shepherds ears were both up and now one is flopping. Is this normal? Should I be ...
A: I wouldn't worry about it, it is normal. The ears nearly always come up on their own to stay up ...
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| Agressive Behaivor in older GS | 2/27/2009 |
Q: I have an 8 year old full blooded long hair German Shepherd. He has always been very loyal and ...
A: The key to most behavior problems is approaching things using the dog's natural instincts. Dogs see ...
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| Agressive Behaivor in older GS | 2/27/2009 |
Q: I have an 8 year old full blooded long hair German Shepherd. He has always been very loyal and ...
A: Yes, neutering him should help. A change of behavior like that is unusual at 8 years old. I would ...
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| 9 week old german sheperd | 2/25/2009 |
Q: how much should a 9 week old German shepherd weigh and how much should he eat
A: 15-20 pounds or a little less. A half to a full cup each of 3 times a day is a good place to start. ...
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| My 2 year old Male German Shepherd | 2/21/2009 |
Q: I have a good natured GS who is usually fantastic with kids (I have a 15 yr old daughter & a 13 ...
A: This is a difficult situation. Many people don't realize it, but dogs don't like to be petted on ...
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| German Shepherd teething | 2/18/2009 |
Q: My dog is approx 8 mos old. When do they typically stop teething? ANSWER: It should have its adult ...
A: You never want to let up on discipline. If you choose, you can go on to advanced obedience work or ...
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| Anadolian Shepherd 4 yrs "SHREK" | 2/16/2009 |
Q: I have rescued/adopted Shrek from the shelter and I do work all day but am minutes away to come ...
A: If he seems OK for an hour, go ahead and try 4 hours. The chewies concern me. What do you mean? ...
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| german shepard and pit bull mix | 2/16/2009 |
Q: WIFE AND I WAS TURING TO HELP OUT A YOUNG LADY WHO TO MANY PUPPIES SO WE GOT ONE HIS NAME IS TANK ...
A: Much of housebreaking is not training the puppy, but making it easier for your puppy, you, and your ...
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| can i buy 8months old german shepard | 2/15/2009 |
Q: sir, i have seen an advertisement in the newspaper and visited a german shephard long coat male dog, ...
A: If it is much less than 8 months old, the adult teeth may not be fully developed or even still have ...
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| malnutrition advice | 2/13/2009 |
Q: I've been searching for some valid information everywhere, and my vet says to have patience,but i am ...
A: I would keep working with your vet. The Science Diet should be as good as anything and it alone may ...
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| to rowdy around a older dog | 2/12/2009 |
Q: My mother has a ten year old Rott and I have a 11 month old German Shepherd. I have had him since he ...
A: Most 10 year olds don't like rough play. If Bruiser starts playing with Chopper, I would let them. ...
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| Breeding | 2/5/2009 |
Q: I bought a German Shepherd female, the Sire and the Dam have the same parents, but they are from ...
A: Inbreeding like that concentrates the genes making it more likely the offspring will have the ...
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| Anxiety in my German Shepherd | 2/3/2009 |
Q: I have a male, neutered German Shepherd (Cody)that will be 2 years old in July. He is very sensitive ...
A: The key to most behavior problems is approaching things using the dog's natural instincts. Dogs see ...
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| GSD | 2/2/2009 |
Q: My shepherd puppy is 7 Months old recently fixed and stomach stapled. He is 75 pounds and gets fed ...
A: Unless his ribs are showing, I wouldn't feed him more. Even if they are, he might not eat it. It ...
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| German Shepherd | 1/30/2009 |
Q: My German Shepherd will be two years old in April and my husband and I are first time owners. I was ...
A: Why not just get them spayed? It is highly unlikely that as first time owners, you selected a dog ...
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| How can I get my GSD to stop barking!! | 1/27/2009 |
Q: Help me please, I have a 6 y.o. female spayed German Shepherd who now barks pretty regularly when ...
A: The key to most behavior problems is approaching things using the dog's natural instincts. Dogs see ...
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| puppys up set belly | 1/27/2009 |
Q: I have a 8month old golden pup who just in the past week has had a bout of diahreafor one day and in ...
A: An obstruction often will lead a dog's body to try to expel it from both ends. There is a good ...
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| GSD Rescue Very Timid | 1/27/2009 |
Q: I rescued a German shepherd from the pound a few months ago. Lola is a 3 year old full blood ...
A: She really sounds to me like a dog that didn't get the socialization as a young puppy it needed. ...
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| puppys up set belly | 1/27/2009 |
Q: I have a 8month old golden pup who just in the past week has had a bout of diahreafor one day and in ...
A: Goldens may be as bad or worse than other breeds about foraging things that will upset their ...
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| owning multiple german shepherds | 1/26/2009 |
Q: I have a three year old spayed female shepherd and have been debating whether or not she would enjoy ...
A: She would be more likely to accept a male than a female. You could work with a breeder and get one ...
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| eating her own poo ! and others | 1/24/2009 |
Q: how can i stop her eating it. HELP PLEASE
A: The best solution to stool eating, coprophagy, is cleaning them up before the dog has a chance. You ...
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| good treats | 1/24/2009 |
Q: What fruits and veg.'s are good for a german shepherd? what is the quanity they can have? What ...
A: Absolutely don't give grapes and raisins. There have been cases where even a few have killed a dog. ...
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| chewing and turning over bowls | 1/21/2009 |
Q: I have a 9 week old GS. When we put his water bowl down for him (it is not down all the time since ...
A: There is some help with the water dish. It and some other things you may need are in this: What ...
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| weight gain | 1/20/2009 |
Q: i have two black n tan german shepards aged 3 1/2 years n there brothers i feed both the same amount ...
A: As long as you are feeding a concentrated, meat based chow, and the vet can't help, there may not be ...
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| Problems crating 9 month old German Shepard rescue | 1/20/2009 |
Q: Last month we were given a 9 month old (approx), Male, German Shepard rescue (not neutered). The dog ...
A: This is a difficult problem I may or may not be able to help solve. While I suggest rescue every ...
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| 17mnth old German Shepherd | 1/20/2009 |
Q: I have an 85lb male GSD who I'm having difficulties walking and when guest come into the house. He ...
A: I see many such questions. It is quite possible for a dog to obey commands perfectly, and still not ...
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| what to feed 4 month german shepherd | 1/19/2009 |
Q: i have a 4 month german shepherd and i was wondering when is a good time to switch to regular dog ...
A: I would switch as soon as you run low in puppy chow. The early switch to adult chow allows the ...
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| Feeding and Weight | 1/17/2009 |
Q: I have a female German Shepherd named Shyanne, she is a year and 4 months old and she is 32" tall. ...
A: Dogs are often spay/neutered at about 6 months near the time growth levels off sharply. Their ...
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| Feeding and Weight | 1/17/2009 |
Q: I have a female German Shepherd named Shyanne, she is a year and 4 months old and she is 32" tall. ...
A: If your vet says she is fine, likely she is fine. Young shepherds do tend to keep themselves lean ...
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| WILL HE BITE?? | 1/17/2009 |
Q: I HAVE A GSD I BELIEVE HE IS A LITTLE OVER TWO YEARS OLD. MY DOG HAS NEVER BIT ANYONE OF US IN THE ...
A: The ears down and back mean fear. Beware of the teeth bared in aggression. If he still reacts that ...
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| SOCIALIZING | 1/16/2009 |
Q: IS IT EVER TO LATE TO START SOCIALIZING YOUR GSD? MY DOG IS ABOUT 2 1/2 YEARS OLD AND DOESNT LIKE ...
A: At that age it will take a lot of work. Go ahead and have him neutered. Obedience train him. The ...
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| WILL HE BITE?? | 1/16/2009 |
Q: I HAVE A GSD I BELIEVE HE IS A LITTLE OVER TWO YEARS OLD. MY DOG HAS NEVER BIT ANYONE OF US IN THE ...
A: At that age it will take a lot of work. Go ahead and have him neutered. Obedience train him. The ...
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| chewing | 1/16/2009 |
Q: I have a papered shepherd that is almost 1 yr old. He seems to be brain dead most of the time but ...
A: The formal training will help. Neuter him if not already. You may need to crate him when you can't ...
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| feeding information | 1/14/2009 |
Q: We have a 5 MOS old puppy. He is aprox 35lbs. Soon after we brought him home at weeks he developed ...
A: there is nothing wrong with using the kibble as treats. You might try ice cubes too. I am not ...
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| Rescued 12 month GSD eating problems | 1/14/2009 |
Q: We have very recently taken on a rescue female GSD estimated at 12-14 months old. She socialises ...
A: I would continue to offer her a dry chow and nothing else. Give her plenty of attention and good ...
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| feeding information | 1/14/2009 |
Q: We have a 5 MOS old puppy. He is aprox 35lbs. Soon after we brought him home at weeks he developed ...
A: Inhaling food is much more common in Labs and Goldens than Shepherds. Some of them are tough to get ...
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| doubts on my GSD growth | 1/13/2009 |
Q: I wanted to ask you until what age does a GSD (german line) stop growing? people always tell me ...
A: The reason you are being told so many different things is that dogs very. Did you measure his ...
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| Suddenly Misbehaving | 1/12/2009 |
Q: I have an 8 year old male cocker spaniel, neutered. I have had him since he was a puppy, and he is ...
A: Such a personality change at that age is unusual. I would have the vet take a look. The only other ...
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| German Shepherds and new baby | 1/12/2009 |
Q: My husband and I are about the adopt a German Shepherd puppy. We are also expecting a baby in June. ...
A: No doubt about it, there are problems with dogs and children. A healthy, well trained dog with good ...
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| full blooded or mix? | 1/10/2009 |
Q: i just got a new puppy and she looks just like a German Shepherd but how can i be sure she's not a ...
A: I guess DNA testing has advanced to where you can determine if a dog is a mixed breed. Try ...
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| Aggression | 1/9/2009 |
Q: I need help...I lost my female GSD on 12/12/05 to cancer. A week later I bought my male German ...
A: Dogs aren't mature until 3 years old. As they mature, they often challenge their owner for ...
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| She is a 6 month old Female- had her 2 weeks as of Xmas 2008 | 1/9/2009 |
Q: For Christmas my husband bought me a beautiful female puppy. She was raised in outside kennels, her ...
A: Yes, some of her behavior is due to living in a kennel too long. She should slowly improve, but may ...
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| German shepherd weight and height | 1/7/2009 |
Q: I have a German Shepherd pup who is currently coming up to 7 months old and wondered if there is ...
A: My experience is that they really level off at that age and don't get a lot bigger. However, bigger ...
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| sensitivity of german shepherds | 1/7/2009 |
Q: Can a German Shepherd begin to dislike children or act aggressive towards children as a result of ...
A: Many dogs are sensitive to small children. They are often fast moving, loud, and shrill. Many dogs ...
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| Adjusting od dog to new puppy | 1/7/2009 |
Q: I have an 11 year old husky and i have recently rescued a shepherd mix puppy and i am having trouble ...
A: Once past 3 years old, many dogs don't want anything to do with puppies, their sharp little teeth, ...
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| eating feces | 1/5/2009 |
Q: My puppy is a three months old female, she has not been spayed at this time. So far the ...
A: The best solution to stool eating, coprophagy, is cleaning them up before the dog has a chance. You ...
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| problems with training my german shepperd | 1/3/2009 |
Q: my German Shepperd Queeny is 6 months and i have been told to start training at a young age. she ...
A: This is too complex of a question to answer over the net. If you are the right age, taking her to ...
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| how often does my 2 mo old puppy needs to go pee | 1/3/2009 |
Q: I got a 2 mo.or so old German shepherd/husky needs to go and pee. I have been taking him out every ...
A: I would leave him in the crate at night. It restricts his activity and slows his body allowing him ...
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| size | 1/3/2009 |
Q: i have a question about the size of my female shepherd and when i shouls switch to adult food. She ...
A: On the food, I can give a solid answer. Go ahead now with the switch. I have seen good results in ...
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| Aggression Problem | 12/31/2008 |
Q: I saw an ad in the locals section for someone selling a black German shepherd.After talking to the ...
A: It would be speculative to say how easy it would be to correct the problem. You might do better to ...
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| German Shepherd Fear | 12/30/2008 |
Q: i have a 3 month old german shepherd puppy who is frightened by dogs AND people outside of my ...
A: If his exposure to such things was limited before he was 12 weeks old, he may never do very well ...
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| help!! | 12/30/2008 |
Q: hey i just got a male german shepherd..he is 6 weeks old...i was just wantin to know how to start ...
A: The key to most behavior problems is approaching things using the dog's natural instincts. Dogs see ...
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| Walking whilst out with husband andchildren wants to be ahead of them | 12/29/2008 |
Q: I have a nearly 6 month old white German shepherd.He is a lovely dog and is great with my children ...
A: You should stay with a flat fabric or leather collar until your puppy is 5 months old. Then you can ...
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| GSD gets scared sometimes | 12/29/2008 |
Q: I have a 4 month old female german shepherd which i imported from a well known breeder in Germany.. ...
A: We keep our puppies in the house in a crate at night. At bed time, with a new puppy, I have found ...
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| GSD gets scared sometimes | 12/29/2008 |
Q: I have a 4 month old female german shepherd which i imported from a well known breeder in Germany.. ...
A: The puppy's age and early socialization has much to do with the problem. It is quite common for ...
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| German Shepherd | 12/28/2008 |
Q: I recently adpoted a female, all black german shepherd. She is presnetly 5 months old and weighs ...
A: My guess is no. Their growth often levels off at that age. Big knobs on the ends of the leg bones ...
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| my puppys ears | 12/26/2008 |
Q: I have a 13 week old German sheared and when her ears go up they touch at the tips cute but they are ...
A: It takes shepherd ears a while to stabilize standing up. I wouldn't worry about them, just keep her ...
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| 21 months German Shepherd | 12/26/2008 |
Q: My GS obeys me 100% when he's on a leash ( he walks next to me, or behind me, sometimes when he sees ...
A: "Come" needs to be taught as part of proper pack status and obedience. The dogs see all the people ...
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| male german shepards | 12/24/2008 |
Q: We have a 4 year old male German Shepard. We would like to get another male puppy. Will this be a ...
A: Go with the female. 2 dogs of opposite sex nearly always get along. 2 males are less likely than 2 ...
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| growling sheperd | 12/23/2008 |
Q: I have 2 male shepherds. Non neutered, 1 is 6 the other is 3. The 3 year ols has started to low ...
A: Dogs react quite strongly to a pregnancy. Usually they become protective. With 2 unneutered males, ...
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| potty training a new dog | 12/19/2008 |
Q: I am new to the GS thing...we had a GS but had to put him down due to age. We just got another one, ...
A: If the dog never did eat very well, you may be over feeding it. A vet check still won't hurt. Many ...
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| My german sheperd | 12/18/2008 |
Q: y dog is scared of evrything. I got her from a germen sheperd breeder, the place was very clean and ...
A: How old was the puppy when you got it? Many breeders that should know better fail to see to it that ...
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| Is 8 mos old too old to bond? | 12/18/2008 |
Q: We adopted an 8 month old German Shepherd Longhair female. Best guess is she was neglected by an ...
A: Early socilization is very important and much of a dogs personality is set by 12 weeks. Changes ...
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| German Shephard/German Police Mix | 12/17/2008 |
Q: i was told that the puppy i am getting is a mix of German Shepherd and German police. What is the ...
A: There is a lot of sloppy terminology around. If you have checked around, you may not have found ...
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| GSD growling and begging for attention | 12/16/2008 |
Q: We have a three year old male German shepard, not neutered. He is my wife's dog in that she chose ...
A: Shepherds are more vocal than some breeds, but this does sound like a problem. Having him neutered ...
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| injured crated for 8 weeks | 12/16/2008 |
Q: My Shepherd was injured with a fractured growth plate in 2 places front right. He was crated for 8 ...
A: Everything you read about dog training says a lack of exercise will lead to behavior problems. It ...
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| Walking my 13wk old gs | 12/16/2008 |
Q: I recently read that you should only walk your german shepherd puppy for 20mins a day, I was just ...
A: I think there are many rules based on speculation with limited experience to back them up. I think ...
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| just adopted a terrified(previously beaten) puppy | 12/15/2008 |
Q: I just adopted a 3mth old german shepherd puppy from the SPCA.(spayed 2 weeks ago) She was found ...
A: Most behaviorists say the critical socialization period is over now. The shelter workers may have ...
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| calcium Supplement | 12/15/2008 |
Q: I've a white boxer he is 18 months old and he has a short head compare to other boxers. he is ...
A: I think he is mature now and the shape of his head is fixed. Mature dogs have the ability to ...
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| Why does my GSD chase his tail? | 12/14/2008 |
Q: If at any time my GSD is left alone in another room or let outside for any period of time he will ...
A: It is likely boredom. You need to enrich the dogs life. If he is more stimulated other times, he ...
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| German Shepherd Dog | 12/14/2008 |
Q: 18 month F German Shepherd Dog I would like to know what is the best type of food to my Dog? Note i ...
A: The Royal Canin is well thought of. If she is doing well on it, and you are happy with it, I would ...
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| cold | 12/14/2008 |
Q: my german sheperd is dog 1 year i am in india in northern part so in december and january what shoul ...
A: If he is living in the house with you, you shouldn't need to do much. He will grow a heavier coat ...
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| Barking | 12/13/2008 |
Q: My Shephard BARKS when people want to leave my house,does not want them to leave??????? Thank you. ...
A: It sounds like she is a dominating dog wanting to control your visitors. It is nice she is friendly ...
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| German Shepherd puppy | 12/10/2008 |
Q: I have a 15 wk old female german shepherd puppy that I got when she was 9-1/2 wks old. The breeder ...
A: I would start working what the breeder was feeding back in to the rice and hamburger. I read many ...
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| GSD - underweight puppy and raw diet | 12/9/2008 |
Q: I recently purchased a 11 week old puppy from a 'breeder', turned out to be more of a rescue once we ...
A: The protein and fat both look a little high to me, and you didn't give the percentage of the ...
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| GSD Jumping fence | 12/8/2008 |
Q: WE have a 2yr 4 month old GSD who has learned to jump the fence. He is a stray we took in and ...
A: Once a dog learns it can jump the fence, it will never hold him. You can try to make it higher, or ...
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| German shepherds | 12/4/2008 |
Q: My German shepherd is a young dog, and she is very skiny. She eats lots of food and my moms ...
A: The best thing to feed any dog is dog chow. Modern chows are carefully formulated to give dogs ...
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| animal fear | 12/4/2008 |
Q: I recently purchased a 9 month old female shepard, Gracie is her name. When I went to pick her up I ...
A: That is a big problem. It is tough overcoming poor early socialization. I would focus on a limited ...
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| aggression in GSD | 12/4/2008 |
Q: I adopted a GSD - Max is the most wonderful dog around. Gets along well with the 3 cats. I've had ...
A: I don't think it is age. He may be filling what he sees as a leadership vacuum. The key to most ...
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| Is my puppy pregnant? | 12/2/2008 |
Q: My 9 month old GSD got out of her "invisible fence" the other day when I wasn't looking. She has ...
A: There really isn't much telling until they are a month along. At that time an experienced person ...
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| german shepherd puppy | 11/30/2008 |
Q: We own a soon to be 6 month old german shepherd puppy. We are having a little bit of trouble with ...
A: You have discussed this with the vet? Many dogs will snarf down more than is good for them and look ...
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| White German Shepard Ears | 11/29/2008 |
Q: We have 2 white german shepherds? They are 2 months old. The female has one ear that is turning ...
A: There is a lot of speculation about ears that don't stand up, but little reliable information. I ...
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| my puppy | 11/28/2008 |
Q: I have a month old gsd im having a hard time getting her to heel when out on a walk any solutions?
A: I hope you just left out how many months old your puppy is. At a month, it still should be with its ...
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| Aggressive german sheppard | 11/26/2008 |
Q: rough with my 2 year old son. He even takes a wack at my fingers when I try correcting him by ...
A: That sounds like normal play, not aggression. Young Labs, which I know best, and other puppies tend ...
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| Depressed pup | 11/22/2008 |
Q: My husband and I recently adopted an 8 month old GS male. He is fixed and has all his shots. I am ...
A: If it has only been a week, he needs more time. Yes, go ahead and give him as much attention as you ...
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| German Shepherds | 11/20/2008 |
Q: I have a beautiful female German Shepherd, her and our German Shorthair are the best of friends and ...
A: Sometimes if you have 2 dogs of the same sex, both with a high dominance drive, it is hard to get ...
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| sadie german shephards | 11/19/2008 |
Q: Hi i wonder if you can help or dog is brill in every way exept when she is left alone then she ...
A: Other dogs may not be as bad as the young Labs I am plagued with. Still your house and dog will be ...
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| HELP!! Aggressive behavior | 11/19/2008 |
Q: We have a 4 yr old german shepherd - he is as sweet as he can be with us...although he was around ...
A: Somebody with a PHD in animal behavior punched him? I know I can't give good answer to some of the ...
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| 8 mo. old bite small dog, help!!! | 11/18/2008 |
Q: We have an 8 month old German shepherd pup (has been spayed). We got her at the age of 4 months, ...
A: Obedience training never hurts, but in this case, I don't think it will be enough. The key to most ...
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| Constant Diarhhoe in German Shephard | 11/17/2008 |
Q: I have a 3 year old German Shephard Tango. He is a very active dog and was at one time 36 kgs. He ...
A: Try a bland diet for for a week or 2. Bland recovery diet for dogs. 3 parts cooked rice, one ...
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| teach an old dog a new trick | 11/17/2008 |
Q: We have a 8yr. old female german shepherd we love dearly, that lives in the country. Little did we ...
A: I would start with a 7-8 week old puppy from a good breeder. Breeders that want to hold on to ...
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| potty training | 11/15/2008 |
Q: I just got a golden retriever puppt he is 8 weeks tomorrow. I am successfully crating him at night ...
A: House breaking is a gradual process and much of the early part depends on how carefully you watch ...
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| over friendly shepherd | 11/14/2008 |
Q: i have socialized my white female german shepherd very well since 12 weeks old. She is now 17 ...
A: Much of what you have done is right and no, you don't want to start smacking her. You do need to be ...
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| my 19 week old gsd keeps chasing his tail | 11/12/2008 |
Q: he can do it for ages just going round & round & round to be honest it drives me mad, dont know ...
A: I don't think it is anything to worry about, and it should decline with age. You might try some of ...
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| Can we house our puppy in the basement? | 11/12/2008 |
Q: We are about to buy a 8 week old long-haired female puppy and are learning all about how best to ...
A: Dogs are highly social animals. One might be physically fine in a basement, but unless you spend ...
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| visitors | 11/11/2008 |
Q: We have a one and a half year old black Germany Shepherd named Buster. He is a good tempered dog. ...
A: The key to most behavior problems is approaching things using the dog's natural instincts. Dogs see ...
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| newly adopted 4yr-old German Shepherd | 11/10/2008 |
Q: I just recently adopted a four-year-old female German Shepherd. She is very sweet and we get along ...
A: I wouldn't let her off leash. It will take a 4 year old at least a month or more to bond with you. ...
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| Help with my 2 1/2 yr old max | 11/9/2008 |
Q: Ok my sheperd Max is 2 1/2 and the problem is when we put him in the car he goes nutzs. He loves ...
A: The peeing may be excitement or telling you he accepts your leadership. Dogs do better with a ...
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| spaying older dogs | 11/7/2008 |
Q: I have a 5 year old female German Shepherd who is not spayed. We are considering getting her spayed ...
A: Aside from the expense, and a slight risk of something going wrong, none. There is some debate ...
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| Timid One year old White GSD | 11/3/2008 |
Q: I have an one year old white German shepherd female. I've had her since she was seven weeks. She use ...
A: A dog can follow its commands well without acknowledging its owner as the leader. When she barks at ...
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| Timid One year old White GSD | 11/3/2008 |
Q: I have an one year old white German shepherd female. I've had her since she was seven weeks. She use ...
A: The wetting is called submissive wetting. Many dogs eventually outgrow it, but you can reduce it by ...
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| Lazy German Shepherd | 11/3/2008 |
Q: I have a 8 month old long haired German Shepherd. He is a wonderful dog, he doesn't bark or chew on ...
A: That is really unusual. He may have a physical problem or something. Have you talked to your vet ...
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| Picking an older puppy | 11/2/2008 |
Q: We were at a reputable breeder today to look at female German shepherd puppies. The first puppy was ...
A: I would be a little cautious about the 4 month old. It is a good sign that it is friendly to you. ...
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| Strong alpha trait in GSD 6 month puppy | 11/2/2008 |
Q: I have a 9 year old Dalmatian (male)and a very headstrong nearly 7mth old female GSD. She bosses him ...
A: The evidence of problems from spaying by 6 months is weak. I have seen this discussion in a couple ...
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| Strong alpha trait in GSD 6 month puppy | 11/2/2008 |
Q: I have a 9 year old Dalmatian (male)and a very headstrong nearly 7mth old female GSD. She bosses him ...
A: I would get her spayed if not already. Act quickly before you are stuck with the hassle of her ...
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| dog messes | 11/1/2008 |
Q: I have a 5 month old german shepard female puppy. I can not get her crate trained or house broken. ...
A: Such harsh punishment as rubbing her nose in it never will work. When you do have her out, don't be ...
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| To confirm German Shepard | 11/1/2008 |
Q: I own a German Shepard dog name is Sparky and its ears are not upright.Its only falling and its ...
A: There is hardly any way to do that. To be sure, you would have to get samples from both parents and ...
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| Potty Training | 10/31/2008 |
Q: Greetings! I have recently adopted a Shepherd Mix from the shelter. She is four months and very ...
A: I hope this will be a much more positive experience for you. I would comment, that no puppy is ...
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| House training for the silent type | 10/28/2008 |
Q: I have a 3.5 mo. old male GSD. He is smart, funny and ready for antything. He learns quick and ...
A: Some people hang a bell on the door. Your lucky, with the Christmas decor already in the stores ...
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| Potty Training | 10/27/2008 |
Q: Greetings! I have recently adopted a Shepherd Mix from the shelter. She is four months and very ...
A: Returning her to the shelter may be a good idea. I would rather see another visit to the vet. Oh, ...
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| 9 week old german shepherd puppy | 10/26/2008 |
Q: We have a 9 week old female german shepherd puppy who we have had for one week. she has had her ...
A: The best solution to stool eating, coprophagy, is cleaning them up before the dog has a chance. You ...
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| 4 month old female gsd weight | 10/26/2008 |
Q: I just have a quick question. I have a female gsd. Her father came from a german blood line but her ...
A: It is hard to say. Some of how big a dog gets depends on how long it keeps growing. At 4 months, ...
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| Potty Training | 10/25/2008 |
Q: Greetings! I have recently adopted a Shepherd Mix from the shelter. She is four months and very ...
A: The book may have been written by somebody lacking experience with puppies that got off to a bad ...
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| MY GSD IS GROSSLY UNDERWEIGHT | 10/25/2008 |
Q: My bitch is 2years. I have had her since she was 7months. She was slightly underweight when we ...
A: How concerned is the vet? Is she really thin, or do her ribs actually show? If not, keep feeding a ...
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| 10 month old White GSD | 10/24/2008 |
Q: Ok, where to begin? Last week I rescued a White GSD, not sure if this has anything to do with it, A ...
A: It is hard to say. Shepherds can be slow to adjust to new people and new homes. I think a week is ...
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| 2yo German Shepherd Male | 10/23/2008 |
Q: ...I have a 2 year old, pure bred German Shepherd (West German Showlines). I've had him since he ...
A: I don't know how they know, but it is quite common for dogs to behave differently when a lady is ...
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| new dog | 10/22/2008 |
Q: my son just found a german shepard pup ..we took it in andi have an appt with the vet in two days ...
A: Shepherds are know for being slow to bond to new people. Try some of this: ''Elevation for small ...
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| Hiding her treat bone ! | 10/21/2008 |
Q: My 6 month old "Bosky" has of late started taking her chewy bone and then hiding it. She doesnt ...
A: Some dogs are just that way. You could also be overfeeding her. If the dog never did eat very ...
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| socializing my puppy | 10/21/2008 |
Q: i have a very large family and i take my 13 week old male gsd with me every where since i have had ...
A: One of the things you need to do is to give him strong leadership. The key to most behavior ...
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| crating my shepherd puppy | 10/21/2008 |
Q: i just bought a 13 week old gsd. from day one i put him in my bed with me and he loves sleeping ...
A: I can't imagine having a puppy and not crating it when you can't watch it. If you aren't having any ...
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| mini schanuzer | 10/20/2008 |
Q: i h ave a new roomate and she has a helper dog that is a german shepard i have a mini schauzer will ...
A: That is hard to say. If they are both fairly young, and neutered, they may have a good time playing ...
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| Need info on Shephard | 10/10/2008 |
Q: Our neighbors rescued two 14mo old German Shephards full blooded males last week. One of them is ...
A: Shepherds are slow to bond to new people. Even after he accepts your family, he may still be slow ...
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| My 6mos. old female GSD | 10/9/2008 |
Q: I bought my 6mos. old female white GSD from a breeder. I got her when she was 7wks old. she is a ...
A: Not completely. As strangers to her give her treats, she will accept others better. She may never ...
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| My 6mos. old female GSD | 10/9/2008 |
Q: I bought my 6mos. old female white GSD from a breeder. I got her when she was 7wks old. she is a ...
A: You may not have managed to expose her to enough people when you first had her. It is difficult to ...
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| Abandoned Rottweiler Mix Puppy | 10/9/2008 |
Q: I recently found an abandoned Rottweiler Mix, Probably German Shepherd puppy in my neighborhood. I ...
A: You did a great thing taking her in and then finding a home for her. It is sad so many dogs get ...
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| Bad Puppy!!!! | 10/8/2008 |
Q: I have a 4.5 month old GSD. She is a good pup and very smart. Too smart for us I wonder sometimes. ...
A: You may have over done the treats. The key to most behavior problems is approaching things using ...
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| 3 month old German Shepherd ears. | 10/6/2008 |
Q: I am adopting a GSD Puppy from a Rescue I have been following his progress with updates as he was to ...
A: As I indicated, ears may come up late, but nearly always do. None of what I regard as reliable ...
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| what is sch training and how would my dog have been trained? | 10/6/2008 |
Q: I have recenly bought a GSD 5 year old bitch she is an imported bitch I have been told she is ...
A: The Sch is short for Schutzhund or something. I can't quite spell it right. If I had the right ...
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| 3 month old German Shepherd ears. | 10/6/2008 |
Q: I am adopting a GSD Puppy from a Rescue I have been following his progress with updates as he was to ...
A: Although most Shepherd's ears are standing by then, and stay standing, some aren't yet, or flop ...
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| Old Fashioned German Shepherd weight | 10/4/2008 |
Q: Duchess is an Old Fashioned German Shepherd. She will be 1 year old next week. At the vet recently ...
A: She sounds like she will be smaller than average for a Shepherd. Some dogs do turn out smaller than ...
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| staring in her eyes | 10/3/2008 |
Q: My German shepherd mix is a female and approaching being 1 years old. Ever since we got her from the ...
A: Accepting eye contact is one of the things the assistance dog school we have raised puppies for ...
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| Can i leave him at home | 10/2/2008 |
Q: My question is this. I have recently bought a 12 weeks old German Shepherd. I have only come to see ...
A: Not for now. He is much too young to be producing sperm. Dogs are seldom able to sire a litter ...
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| skinny german shepherd | 9/28/2008 |
Q: i have a male 2 yr old German shepherd and i was wondering if there was a safe way for him to gain a ...
A: Have you had the vet examine him and make sure there are no health problems? Evaluate the dog as ...
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| German shepherd puppy behaviour | 9/28/2008 |
Q: i have a 10 week german shepherd,hes absolutly fantastic and we love him very much. the person we ...
A: At least you got him out of the dirty shed before it was too late. Puppies that are shut up and ...
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| German Shepherd | 9/28/2008 |
Q: Male, intact, 1-2 years old. We are considering adopting this dog. The owner says that it is ...
A: Dogs are individuals making it hard to say for sure. If he isn't neutered, as he continues to ...
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| Fearful puppy at 4 months | 9/26/2008 |
Q: We bought a White GSD from a breeder. We met both parents with my 9 yr old son and both were very ...
A: If it was just the same few people, she still may not do well with strangers. Of course, being ...
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| Fearful puppy at 4 months | 9/26/2008 |
Q: We bought a White GSD from a breeder. We met both parents with my 9 yr old son and both were very ...
A: This could be a problem if you failed to expose her to enough people before she was 12 weeks old. ...
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| German shepard wont listen to me | 9/24/2008 |
Q: Even now after almost 3 years of living with him he still wont listen to me, what can i do?
A: It could be tough at that age to change him. The key to most behavior problems is approaching ...
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| diet | 9/24/2008 |
Q: i just got a 4 month old German shepherd/bull terrier mix and i wanted to know is there anything i ...
A: For now, concentrate on growing up and developing a sturdy frame. The best thing for him would be ...
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| panting | 9/24/2008 |
Q: Is it normal for large breed dogs ( ours is a white shepherd 8 months) to breath so hard after ...
A: Partly it may have to do with conditioning. You may be over exercising him and stressing his ...
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| GSD in season | 9/23/2008 |
Q: I have an 11 month old female GSD. She is in heat. I've never had a female before and do not know ...
A: The second and third weeks after the discharge starts are when the most risk of accidental breeding ...
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| GSD ears | 9/23/2008 |
Q: My dog is 6 1/2 months and I keep getting conflicting info on her ears going up. Occasionally one ...
A: There is a lot of conflicting advice about dogs because much of it is based on insufficient evidence ...
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| care | 9/23/2008 |
Q: my germensheperd dog ears is not standing and can we give him salty or sugar items
A: How old is he? Most Shepherds have their ears up by 2 months, but some not until a year, and a very ...
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| Feeding/Behaviour | 9/23/2008 |
Q: I have a German Shepherd/Chow mix male. He looks more shepherd than chow..his tail curls. He is 7 ...
A: Switching to an adult chow early for the larger breeds, slows growth and helps develop sturdier ...
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| My GSD | 9/22/2008 |
Q: I recently got a 2 year old German Shephard and she is great with people but not other dogs. She ...
A: The key to most behavior problems is approaching things using the dog's natural instincts. Dogs see ...
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| German Shepard weight? | 9/21/2008 |
Q: I am not a breeder I am a soldier. I recently returned from Iraq and my wife had purchased a female ...
A: That varies, 40-50 pounds? Switching to an adult chow for the larger breeds at 4 months, slows ...
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| Behavioral problems with Shepheard/pit mix | 9/21/2008 |
Q: I have a friend who adopted a 6 month old German Shepheard/pit mix from the pound. The dog is a ...
A: Many dogs will do exactly that if not given the proper leadership. The key to most behavior ...
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| Over excited dog | 9/20/2008 |
Q: my 13 month old german sheppard gets way over excited every time we go to leave the house for a walk ...
A: Some dogs are just more excitable than others. If you haven't already, getting her spayed and ...
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| german shepherd | 9/20/2008 |
Q: my 14 month old german shepherd bitch has not eat any of her food for the last 4days she will eat ...
A: Although German Shepherds are notorious for not eating, this sounds like a physical problem. Likely ...
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| nipping, mouthing | 9/17/2008 |
Q: We adopted a 10 month old female, spayed, shepard. In general she is pretty good, but she will not ...
A: Young Labs, which I know best, and other puppies tend to very bad about biting. You see a litter of ...
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| 5 month old GS is very protective of me | 9/12/2008 |
Q: We have a 5 month old GS female I got her for my boyfriend a week before he came to live with us and ...
A: Many dogs bond more closely to one member of a family, and the GS is noted for it. You both may ...
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| My german shepperd and her aggressive behaviour | 9/12/2008 |
Q: I have a 4 year old female German shepperd who is spayed. She started being aggressive with ...
A: Yes. She started when you were pregnant because dogs can sense it somehow. You need to show her ...
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| My female GSD obeyssometimes... | 9/10/2008 |
Q: I am 3 months into a training system for my dog. She will keep the down and stay command as I walk ...
A: Don't correct her after she returns. That punishes her for coming. Never give a command you can't ...
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| GS will not eat | 9/9/2008 |
Q: We have a healthy 15 months old German Shepherd. The vet says his weight is fine. We also have ...
A: Shepherds are notorious for that behavior. I would put the Shepherd in a closed off room or crate ...
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| tail chasing | 9/8/2008 |
Q: my gsd is 9 mos old, he has started chasing his tail sometimes i get dizzy looking at him he has ...
A: It is common for dogs to chase their tail, but not to damage it. Perhaps giving him more to do ...
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| Soiling in the house | 9/8/2008 |
Q: We've had our GS since April, when he was given to us by the police who said he was a bit too soft ...
A: Was he crate trained? Dogs can take great comfort when left in their crate. I would buy a plastic ...
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| my germen sheperd | 9/7/2008 |
Q: i got told that nuts are good for my dog. she is only 11 weeks old and got told to feed her nuts.. ...
A: Not macadamea nuts,they are toxic to dogs. In general, the less you feed your dog other than a dog ...
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| GSD nad another female | 9/7/2008 |
Q: is it possible to get my 3 year old GSD to get along with my other female dog. (border collie) The ...
A: Likely you have already learned all I can tell you. Spaying helps a lot. So does good leadership. ...
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| newly parents to 2 months old GSD | 9/2/2008 |
Q: We've just bought a 10wks old german shepherd puppy yesterday,he's still quiet missing his family ...
A: For another month, feed him 3 times a day. All but the cheapest puppy chows should be fine. Most ...
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| un-necessary over agressive shepard | 8/31/2008 |
Q: My German Shepard is quite the character, however he is not social. This drives me crazy and then I ...
A: The key to most behavior problems is approaching things using the dog's natural instincts. Dogs see ...
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| 7 mo. Male GSD | 8/29/2008 |
Q: I have a 7 month old male GSD (not neutered). We purchased the dog from a breeder at 8 wks old so ...
A: I think the problem can be solved. He needs to learn where he fits in. go ahead and neuter him now. ...
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| crying GSD | 8/28/2008 |
Q: We currently bought a 10 week old GSD. We have made a little house and kennel for her to sleep in at ...
A: At bed time, with a new puppy, I have found lying down in front of the bed like you were going to ...
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| Older puppy biting | 8/27/2008 |
Q: 6 months old, male, neutered I have a purebred GSD who is very strong-willed- more so than any ...
A: The key to most behavior problems is approaching things using the dog's natural instincts. Dogs see ...
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| agression | 8/26/2008 |
Q: My friends Shepherd goes crazy when out walking. It starts to try to attack every dog it can get ...
A: it is possible that if it was removed from its litter before 6 weeks and past 12 weeks when she got ...
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| Barking & Aggression | 8/25/2008 |
Q: I have read your advice on the barking issue. I have used the shock collar, but she's very strong ...
A: The key to most behavior problems is approaching things using the dog's natural instincts. Dogs see ...
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| Is my GS a pure breed? | 8/25/2008 |
Q: Nova, My GS, looks llike a pure breed, but has one blue eye. She is about 4 months old. I can email ...
A: I don't recall a German Shepherd having blue eyes. Some other similar breeds do, Huskies, ...
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| German Shepherd/Puppy | 8/23/2008 |
Q: My question is what is the proper way to introduce German's? What type of rules do we need in our ...
A: I don't know that you need to do a whole lot. Carefully supervise feeding. The 6 week old should ...
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| GSD AGGRESION | 8/23/2008 |
Q: I have a 12month old gsd bitch. she was spayed 3 weeks ago. But in the last 4 days she has shown ...
A: I would talk to the vet. It is possible she is having some sort of a bad reaction to the surgery. ...
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| My German Shepard is too Skinny | 8/20/2008 |
Q: I have a 3 1/2 year old male german shepard (all black). The problem is, that he is too skinny. His ...
A: You need to work with the vet to clear up the diarrhea. The vet should be checking stool samples ...
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| german shepherd weight | 8/17/2008 |
Q: i have a 7 month old female German shepherd and it weighs 53 pounds so what is the average weight of ...
A: If it still has diarrhea Monday morning, get back with the vet. I never saw diarrhea after using ...
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| food | 8/16/2008 |
Q: i have a 4 month old German shepard i am not sure if i am feeding him enough i give him half a tin ...
A: I would pick a common brand of dry adult chow and slowly switch him over to it and nothing else. ...
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| my dogs weight | 8/16/2008 |
Q: i have a white female german shepard. she is almost a year old rite now and i was wandering what her ...
A: Shepherds vary so much that anything I say would be misleading. What you want to concentrate on the ...
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| our two female gsd's nip at our little dogs | 8/15/2008 |
Q: hey there my boyfriend and i just got two 13 month old black GSD sisters from a rescue and they have ...
A: The key to most behavior problems is approaching things using the dog's natural instincts. Dogs see ...
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| 10month gsd wont eat dog food | 8/12/2008 |
Q: my 10 month wont eat dog food we have tried everthing,but he will eat my cat food,thats all he will ...
A: If the dog never did eat very well, and has seen the vet since the problem existed, you may be over ...
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| 1 year old male shepherd | 8/11/2008 |
Q: I have a 1 year old large male shepherd, neutered. He is execised regulary approx. 3 miles a day, ...
A: As I said in my other answer, work on your role as top dog. You could try a head collar. The ...
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| 1 year male GS | 8/11/2008 |
Q: We have a 1 year old male shepherd, neutered. We've had him since he was 12 weeks old. He has been ...
A: It really sounds to me like a demand for attention. Perhaps the training he has had was poor. The ...
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| My dog does not eat his puppy food | 8/11/2008 |
Q: I have a German shepard male . He is about three and a half months old. He is supposed to eat Royal ...
A: This is a very critical period. I would start changing him to an adult chow making sure it has no ...
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| German Shepherd Ears | 8/9/2008 |
Q: We've just adopted a four-month old puppy from German Shepherd Rescue. His mother is full-blooded ...
A: I have never heard that. I have my doubts about many things people are told. The only thing I am ...
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| diet | 8/9/2008 |
Q: i have male 9 months old german shepherd. i took him just a month ago.the previous owner ask me to ...
A: That is not a good diet. If at all possible, you should have him on a dry dog chow. It is the very ...
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| german shepherd weight | 8/9/2008 |
Q: i have a 7 month old female German shepherd and it weighs 53 pounds so what is the average weight of ...
A: Yes, large breeds do grow until a year old, but most dogs' growth slows at that age. 10 pounds ...
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| very shy longhaired GSD | 8/8/2008 |
Q: I have a 3 month old longhaired GSD. She is very playful and good when around the house or people ...
A: It is a little early, but she could be going through a fear stage. The best thing is to let her ...
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| GSD/Great Pyrenees mix | 8/8/2008 |
Q: How is this breed mix different behaviorally (if at all) from straight GSDs?
A: I doubt anybody can give a good answer to that question. Dogs are individuals and often are not ...
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| GSD ears and elizabethan collar | 8/7/2008 |
Q: We just had our 4 month old GSD neutered today. He came home w/an elizabethan collar on and we were ...
A: Trust your vet. I am not sure anybody has a real idea how things affect the ears. It is well ...
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| upset shepherd | 8/7/2008 |
Q: I have a 1 year old german shepherd. I think he's sweet and kind. However he is terrified of my ...
A: Many dogs eventually outgrow it, but you can reduce it by building the dog's confidence up. Start ...
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| mixing a white german shepard with a small dog | 8/7/2008 |
Q: i currently have an 10yr old white german shepard female. She isn't really around other dogs, ...
A: I think it more depends on the individual dog than the breed. I would try to a male abut 3 years ...
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| German Shepherds night crate training | 8/6/2008 |
Q: We have an 8 month old female german shepherd. She is trained, but lately at night she has been ...
A: I would have the vet check her. If she isn't spayed, you can expect all sorts of aberrant behavior ...
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| weight gain | 8/5/2008 |
Q: My boyfriend and I have a three to four month old= German shepherd female pup and she just doesn't ...
A: Trust your vet. Luckily he is familiar with young Shepherds. As long as you are feeding a ...
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| sheperd and small dogs...arthritus | 8/5/2008 |
Q: we own a7.5 year old female shepherd,spayed and purchased as a pup from a breeder.after age 3 she ...
A: I don't know how to train her out of attacking the smaller dogs, and I am not sure at that age a ...
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| jealous dog? | 8/5/2008 |
Q: my dog is a miniature foxie, and she hates my bf with a passion. ever since he has been around and ...
A: Your dog thinks she is in charge. The key to most behavior problems is approaching things using the ...
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| preferred food choices | 8/3/2008 |
Q: I have always feed my shepherds royal canin german shepherd dry food, now with a new shepherd puppy ...
A: As far as I know there are no real studies comparing how how dogs do on various chows available to ...
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| chewing & digging | 7/31/2008 |
Q: what can i do if my 6 month shepherd has these two issues.
A: The chewing can be solved. A mousetrap is very effective in making a dog leave something alone. ...
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| nervous gsd,NEUTERED,MALE,AGE 22 MNTHS | 7/31/2008 |
Q: MY DOG IS FINE AROUND OTHER PEOPLE AND OTHER DOGS,BUT IT IS REALLY NERVOUS TO SUDDEN LOUD NOISES,FOR ...
A: That could be from either the breeding or poor early socialization. You should be able to improve ...
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| german shepered | 7/29/2008 |
Q: he is a long haired g,s.20 weeks old and male,he is just so scaered of pepole,i think one of the ...
A: When you go out in public carry treats with you. I have put a 35 mm film canister filled with ...
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| German Shepherd re-bonding | 7/29/2008 |
Q: My wife and I have a female white GSD, 6 months old, about to be spayed this Friday. When the dog ...
A: I am not sure she will ever forget your son. I raised a German Shepherd for a dog guide school a ...
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| German Shepherd Ears | 7/29/2008 |
Q: I just adopted a 3 to 3 1/2 month old German Shepherd puppy. He is a great little dog, lots of ...
A: I have the option to have a thank you note sent in cases like this. Instead, I want to point out ...
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| Eddie | 7/28/2008 |
Q: I have a 1 year old intact male GSD named Eddie. He lost his one buddy in March to nasal cancer(10 ...
A: Your vet has seen him, and I haven't. If you can't see his ribs, likely he is fine as your vet ...
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| aggressive behavior | 7/24/2008 |
Q: I have a purebred lab who has always been possessive about her food. If she has food in her bowl and ...
A: The key to most behavior problems is approaching things using the dog's natural instincts. Dogs see ...
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| german shepherd training | 7/24/2008 |
Q: i just adopted her a few weeks ago and now im training her. this is my second week of training and ...
A: If you are trying to teach obedience to a young puppy, they have very short attention spans. What ...
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| German Shepherd Ears | 7/24/2008 |
Q: I just adopted a 3 to 3 1/2 month old German Shepherd puppy. He is a great little dog, lots of ...
A: Most Shepherds' ears eventually come up on their own although in a few cases, not until almost a ...
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| German Shepherd Pup Not Eating | 7/23/2008 |
Q: I purchased my pup about a month ago and he was right 5 months. He weighed 34 lbs when i got him ...
A: Somebody that is familiar with Shepherds needs to look at him. Maybe the breeder or vet the next ...
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| German shepherd with Dachshunds and cats | 7/22/2008 |
Q: I am in the process of adopting a male GS pup. When I adopt him, he will be 8 weeks of a age. I ...
A: One of the great advantages of starting with an 8 week old is that they are highly receptive to new ...
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| pottytraining | 7/21/2008 |
Q: I just purchased an 11 wk old female German Shepherd, I am doing the crate training with her. My ...
A: The behaviorists that have studied puppies all agree puppies must stay with their mother and litter ...
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| pottytraining | 7/21/2008 |
Q: I just purchased an 11 wk old female German Shepherd, I am doing the crate training with her. My ...
A: Start with an exam at the vet's. The problem could be the stress of being left alone. At 11 ...
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| feeding and exercise of a 3 month g/s | 7/19/2008 |
Q: i have a 3 month old g/s and after contacting butcher food company they told me i could put my pup ...
A: Shepherds are notorious for not eating enough to completely hide their ribs when young. I am not ...
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| Fritz our german shepard | 7/17/2008 |
Q: Fritz is 1 1/2 he was a fun loving puppy. All of a sudden he is now growling at my children 14 and ...
A: He is maturing and challenging them for status. The key to most behavior problems is approaching ...
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| my german shepherd cowards and pees when he sees me | 7/16/2008 |
Q: I need some help with this one. We had an instance where he peed on my floor and I popped him hard ...
A: Many dogs eventually outgrow it, but you can reduce it by building the dog's confidence up. Start ...
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| Average weight | 7/16/2008 |
Q: What is the average weight for a 15 week old German Sheperd?
A: I don't pay much attention to the weight of puppies. I am very careful about the body condition. ...
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| Weight of German Shepherd Dog | 7/14/2008 |
Q: I have a two-year old Sable German Shepherd and wanted to know what his ideal weight should be at 2 ...
A: That depends on too many things for me, or anybody else, to say. Shepherds seldom run fat. Chances ...
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| German Shepard floppy ear | 7/14/2008 |
Q: I just adopted a 4-5 year old german shepard/collie mix. I noticed that he can't hold up his left ...
A: I doubt there is much the vet can do. It varies how soon, but most erect ear dogs' ears eventually ...
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| Tucker and small dog | 7/13/2008 |
Q: Tucker just turned a year old she is very nice to people and most of the time dogs we have another ...
A: I see the problem as her failing to accept you as leader. The Dog Whisperer is strong on ...
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| Limping German Shepherd! | 7/12/2008 |
Q: I have an 11 month GSD. He has been limping for the past 4-5 days. He lifts his rear leg up and ...
A: It could be a simple pulled muscle, hip dysphasia, or things they grow out of such as pano. If he ...
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| Brand of food | 7/11/2008 |
Q: when you say the school recomends pro plan, do you mean pro plan large breed? I have a german ...
A: They feed just puppy chow through 4 months, and then switch to adult. Another school I raised ...
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| nervous german shephard puppy male | 7/10/2008 |
Q: We have recently purchased a white German shepherd puppy aged 6 months from a pet shop.(2 weeks) We ...
A: Many dogs eventually outgrow it, but you can reduce it by building the dog's confidence up. Start ...
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| should i neuter my 4 month old male sheperd | 7/10/2008 |
Q: we have a 4 month old male sheperd...he is being raised on a farm with 2 other older mixed breed ...
A: Some dogs are prone to roam, and training will do little good. I wouldn't count on any given dog ...
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| German Shepherd pup biting | 7/9/2008 |
Q: My female GS is 3.5 months old. She has always been very mouthy and I can not get her to stop. I ...
A: it really sounds like you are doing the right things. It takes longer with some puppies than ...
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| puppy issues | 7/9/2008 |
Q: I have a 3 month old german shepherd female.she is adorable and pretty much a normal puppy what i ...
A: At 3 months, she should easily be going all night. Have you discussed this with the vet? if there ...
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| underweight for spaying | 7/8/2008 |
Q: I recently adopted a gs from the shelter and she was given up by the owners for chasing horses, i ...
A: If you have any idea when she last was in season, you have about 6 months to get it done before the ...
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| Sick German Shepherd | 7/8/2008 |
Q: I have a 6 month old female German Shepherd who has recently become sick with the flu (& diarrhea) ...
A: I would get back with the vet. Veterinarian medicine is even less predictable than human medicine. ...
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| Getting a second GSD | 7/7/2008 |
Q: we are thinking of getting a second GSD as a companion to our first. We have a 6yr spayed female ...
A: Although many times 2 females work out just fine, it is the combination most likely to create ...
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| 2 yr. Old Female German Shephard Underweight | 7/7/2008 |
Q: I own 2 female and 2 male German Shepherds. They are all indoor dogs. I have the parents,Beauty ...
A: While I have read about all sorts of concoctions people feed dogs to make them gain weight, they are ...
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| German Shepard attackes Begal | 7/6/2008 |
Q: I have a 8 month old Female German Shepard puppy. I got her when she was 1 month old. Our beagle was ...
A: Spay her if not already. Act fast or you will be stuck with going through the hassle, mess, and ...
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| mouthing | 7/6/2008 |
Q: my dog rocky is a 9 month old male recently neutered german shepherd. when my dog is excited he ...
A: The key to most behavior problems is approaching things using the dog's natural instincts. Dogs see ...
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| female dog query | 7/5/2008 |
Q: I have a 3 month old german shepherd female.she is adorable and pretty much a normal puppy what i ...
A: There are some credible arguments for delaying spaying, but none for going ahead with one litter. ...
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| 2yr. old male GSD in shelter | 7/4/2008 |
Q: I have a question regarding a GSD I found in a shelter near my home. The poor guy is in bad shape; ...
A: It may or may not be possible. I am not the one to be able to help. I am afraid you should let ...
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| Can we keep 2 male pups? | 7/1/2008 |
Q: We recently had a litter of 4 male pups. We would dearly love to keep 2 of them with us and their ...
A: Males aren't as bad as females, but there is some risk they won't get along. How much? Not too ...
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| german shepherd behavior | 6/29/2008 |
Q: I have a 10 month old German shepherd. Me and my family got him when he was around 4 months old. ...
A: It sounds like he needs more attention and exercise. The key to most behavior problems is ...
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| Training issues | 6/29/2008 |
Q: I have a 1 year old neutered male GSD and have been taking him through training classes. He is in ...
A: Easier dogs will give up their pulling with a few good snaps of the leash combined with a stern "Bad ...
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| puppy chow or adult food | 6/28/2008 |
Q: I have read several places, including here, to switch to adult food at 4 months of age, which I have ...
A: Most vets in private practice don't have either the experience with young large breed dogs or the ...
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| Feeding my 10 month old bitch | 6/27/2008 |
Q: I have a 10 month old german shepheard/collie. She is very active and seems to be hungry a lot at ...
A: Nobody can say how much you should be feeding. Judge how much to feed by her ribs, not her apatite, ...
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| My puppies weight | 6/27/2008 |
Q: My puppy is a female German shepherd she is 6 weeks old, I just wanted to know an estimate of how ...
A: It varies too much to say. Her body condition is much more important. Fortunately most Shepherds ...
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| 2 male German Shepperds | 6/25/2008 |
Q: Is it possible to get two male German shepherds to get along. One is white 4 yrs and the other is ...
A: Neuter them if not already, and give them strong leadership. The key to most behavior problems is ...
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| tempers of german shepards | 6/24/2008 |
Q: we would like to know if the male german shepards are more amiable or mellow than the female or vice ...
A: There is a large variation in temperments and a huge overlap between males and females. Both ...
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| german shepherd dog | 6/23/2008 |
Q: should a german shepherd be afraid of thunder or lightening?
A: Yours may be, but it isn't a breed specific thing. If it shows fear, don't coddle it. Control your ...
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| Banshee | 6/20/2008 |
Q: No question......just want to say my Shepherd/Husky Registered Therapy ( fur-person )dog 'Banshee', ...
A: I am sure the residents will greatly miss him. I did get the retired dog guide I have her CGC, but ...
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| about white german shepherd breed | 6/19/2008 |
Q: I am interested in buying a white german shepherd puppy. But when i carried on my research regarding ...
A: he white German Shepherd is just one more of the color variations of the Standard German shepherd. ...
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| Food Food Food and how much | 6/18/2008 |
Q: After reading your website now I am really confused. My 4 month old GSD is on Wellness Puppy mix. ...
A: I can't say, and neither should anybody else that hasn't felt her ribs. If you have read my ...
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| Food Aggression | 6/18/2008 |
Q: I have a 4 month old GS female pup and for the most part is not food aggressive. I put my hands in ...
A: What I have been taught on food aggression won't work. You may have to fall back on leadership. ...
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| german shephard | 6/18/2008 |
Q: hi is it possible for my female german shephard to get pregnant by my shitzu my german shephard is ...
A: Yes. The second and third weeks are when the most risk of accidental breeding is. Don't take this ...
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| ***GSD & HER CONFIDENCE*** | 6/17/2008 |
Q: I have a 4 month 3 weeks show quality German shepherd her name Akemi. Well I’m working with her but ...
A: Your positive, praise heavy obedience training is just what I usually suggest to start with in ...
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| delibrate defiance | 6/17/2008 |
Q: I recently got a white German sheperd out of a litter of 11 the breeders said that he was always the ...
A: Some dogs are just much more difficult that others. We are finding our 9 month old lab, Xanthe, a ...
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| mouthy GS | 6/14/2008 |
Q: I have an almost 3 year old neutered German Shepherd who is highly active and sort of high strung in ...
A: Perhaps the same technique as is used with young puppies to teach not biting would work. As soon as ...
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| GSD Biting Car | 6/13/2008 |
Q: I have a one year old German Shepherd female, soon to be spayed. She is kept out in the yard and ...
A: It is hard to say when you could trust a dog loose in the house. Many Shepherds would be Ok at a ...
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| GSD Biting Car | 6/13/2008 |
Q: I have a one year old German Shepherd female, soon to be spayed. She is kept out in the yard and ...
A: Wait until the day you don't notice the license is gone. Spaying may help, but don't count on it. ...
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| GSP losing apetite | 6/10/2008 |
Q: Hey there was wondering if you can help me we just recently bought a GSP from a friend he is about 9 ...
A: Young shepherds frequently drive their owners up the wall by not eating. The Science is likely as ...
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| 5 month old GSD size/weight | 6/9/2008 |
Q: My female GSD is 5 months old (not spayed), and I have had her for about a month. When I bought her, ...
A: A quote from somebody that really knows German Shepherds, ''Note: German Shepherd puppies typically ...
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| feeding periods | 6/9/2008 |
Q: I have a 4 month old gsd. When is the best time to feed her? I walk her every morning and night. ...
A: I think right after the walk morning and evening would be fine. When do you eat? It would ...
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| how do I stop my gs puppy from being clingy? | 6/9/2008 |
Q: my german shepherd puppy is an 8 month old spayed female. when i'm home she follows me around ...
A: This isn't easy. Try building up her confidence. Start with obedience training. The key to most ...
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| dog walking | 6/7/2008 |
Q: my name is Albina and I am a mountain guide in Italy...my question is, can I take my German shepherd ...
A: Once the dog is a year or 2 old, an all day walk may be OK. Start with shorter walks and see how it ...
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| Exercise | 6/5/2008 |
Q: I have a one year old female GSD. I live in North Carolina and the summers get very hot (90+ and ...
A: Not even Labs like being wet down, but it is one solution to exercising a dog in the heat. A wet ...
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| GSD Puppy ears | 6/4/2008 |
Q: Another floppy ear question! He's 6 months old and has had sporadic up and down ears since 12 weeks ...
A: I have never anything on the ears from what I consider a reliable source. My gut feeling is it ...
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| Eastern German Shepherds | 6/4/2008 |
Q: My daughter is thinking about getting an Eastern German Shepherd puppy. She has two young chidren. ...
A: While whoever told her about Eastern German Shepherds may have know what they meant, it is not a ...
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| 5 yr old female weight lose | 6/4/2008 |
Q: I just came home fron vet ,and my 5 yr old spayed German Shepherd has lost 15 lbs in 1 yr. ...
A: Most German shepherds don't have 15 pounds they need to lose. What does you vet say? If its ribs ...
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| 45 day old GSD | 6/3/2008 |
Q: I would like to train my puppy myself. And i am really interested to train it myself. I am totally ...
A: Get a book, and start right away, keeping the sessions short to match his attention span, only a few ...
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| seperation anxiety - help!!!! | 6/3/2008 |
Q: My 12 month old male neutered shepherd is a wonderful dog WHEN I'M HOME, but he destroys everything ...
A: I see little alternatives except to keep him crated when you aren't around. Some people add a snap ...
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| Re: My 4 mo old German Shepherd Pup | 6/2/2008 |
Q: I have a 4 mo old working line German Shepherd. I was wondering how much walking i should be doing ...
A: You can walk until he starts to lag or otherwise look tired. Watch the tail. The lower it gets, the ...
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| GERMAN SHEPERD PUPPY | 5/31/2008 |
Q: I bought my mother a German Sheperd puppy for mothers day,she is 11 weeks old and she will let my ...
A: She may need to do more than just let the puppy out. At that age, you need to go out with it, and ...
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| Child at home with a GSD? | 5/30/2008 |
Q: We have a 15 month old son. We are planning to bring home a German Shepherd puppy (around 2 mths. ...
A: That is commonly done. Do some research and make sure the puppy is coming from gentle lines and not ...
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| Vegetarian Food for GSD | 5/30/2008 |
Q: We are Indians, and pure Vegetarians - we do not even consume eggs. We are bringing home a male 1.5 ...
A: Cindy has disappeared. If you don't have a good solution yet, check the ads on this site. I know ...
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| Scared dog | 5/29/2008 |
Q: I recently went to a German shepherd breeder (Maja German Shepherds - Madeline Llewellyn and Jeanne ...
A: There are different forms of abuse. A common unrecognized one is keeping a puppy cooped up in a ...
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| anxiety | 5/29/2008 |
Q: Our Shepard is 4 years old, been a great great dog until about a year ago. He has started to pee on ...
A: A wolf pack actually has both a top female and top male that work together. Your mother needs to ...
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| GS male puppy 7.5 weeks old | 5/29/2008 |
Q: Just bought my GS puppy and since brought home; I noticed that he sleeps a lot and eats in sporadic ...
A: It is normal for a young puppy to sleep a lot. They go like an Energizer Bunny, and then crash. As ...
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| Just rescued her.. | 5/28/2008 |
Q: I just rescued a 5 year old German Shepherd female and she's seems a little big for her age. I was ...
A: I have seen too many bad reports on Nutro. I just don't trust it. What I know works is feeding the ...
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| anxiety | 5/28/2008 |
Q: Our Shepard is 4 years old, been a great great dog until about a year ago. He has started to pee on ...
A: This sounds like a challenge to your leadership. Usually dog's temperament stabilizes after 3 years ...
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| amount of food/barking | 5/28/2008 |
Q: Our vet took our 4 month old White GSD off of puppy food and put him on Royal Canin adult food. I am ...
A: Switching to adult chow at 4 months is a well proven technique for building sturdy joints. It shows ...
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| ears.... | 5/25/2008 |
Q: i have a 3 month old GSD... how do i perk the ears, or train them to perk?
A: am not sure anything helps except a good diet, not too rich and no supplements. My experience and ...
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| Poop in the house | 5/19/2008 |
Q: My 10 wk GSD doesn't let me know if he needs to go out and poop. I am pretty good about stiking to ...
A: Focus more on the dog and less on the clock. When you do take him out, walk him around. They can ...
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| eating poo | 5/18/2008 |
Q: my female gsd is 1years olsd and eats poo from the garden if i dont pick it up within five minuets ...
A: The best solution to stool eating, coprophagy, is cleaning them up before the dog has a chance. The ...
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| pup | 5/18/2008 |
Q: i have a 7 week old male german shepherd pup called solo and when he as somtimes pooed he has tried ...
A: it has been my experience that they don't start it until later. While it may be dietary, feeding a ...
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| adult german shepherd and crate training | 5/16/2008 |
Q: I have recently taken a four yr. old neutered male shepherd into my home. He comes from a good ...
A: You could try it. It may or may not work. One thing that could make a big difference is giving him ...
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| White German Shepherd Nipping | 5/16/2008 |
Q: How do I stop our 4 month German Shepherd from biting at my arms? He has learned the basic commands, ...
A: Young Labs, which I know best, and other puppies tend to very bad about biting. You see a litter of ...
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| young shepard mix with slow learning curve | 5/14/2008 |
Q: My boyfriend and I recently (2wks-ish ago) adopted a 2 yr old spade female shepard mix from our ...
A: When you walk her, try longer walks. They can only walk and hold it so long. Try watching her, ...
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| How do we get our german sheperd pup to stop going balistic at night. | 5/14/2008 |
Q: We got a 8 week old almost 1 week ago, he came from a very large litter. He has not done well at ...
A: The let them whine for a few night is the best of the conventional wisdom. One desperate night I ...
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| My Registered German Shepherd Puppy | 5/13/2008 |
Q: I have a GSD that is 15 weeks old. I got her from a registered breeder. She is very thin and only ...
A: I don't see a lot of it, and don't remember much from my training and reading. I do know some of my ...
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| agressive 2 yr old female German shepherd | 5/13/2008 |
Q: I have a 2 year old female German shepherd that has been spayed. The people that had her before we ...
A: Cut out the pinches. If you were taught that in obedience school, no wonder you are having ...
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| My Registered German Shepherd Puppy | 5/12/2008 |
Q: I have a GSD that is 15 weeks old. I got her from a registered breeder. She is very thin and only ...
A: ''Note, German Shepherd puppies typically will look very thin throughtout puppy hood.'' That quote ...
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| Bathing and Dry skin | 5/9/2008 |
Q: my new GSD is 3 1/2 months old. when we got him 2 weeks ago, we gave him a bath to get rid of some ...
A: Feed a decent chow and as little else as possible, seldom if ever bathe the dog, and brush it daily ...
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| Food | 5/4/2008 |
Q: I have just got a german shepard put of 8 weeks. I am giving him a small amount of dry food three ...
A: That sounds excessive. If the stools are soft or runny, take a sample to the vet. Even the best ...
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| My GSD's agression since my pregnancy. | 5/4/2008 |
Q: My 15 month old male GSD Toby has been behaving more aggressively towards others since I became ...
A: There most certainly is. I won't speculate on how, but there is no doubt dogs know when their ...
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| about pupies | 5/3/2008 |
Q: .. i know that every pupy has a different character...i mean , if we buy our gsd puppy from a ...
A: Breeders have too much self interest to give completely objective answers. While they might give ...
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| Housebroken 3 yr old German Sheperd/Husky mix pooping and peeing in house | 5/2/2008 |
Q: my Mom has two German shepherd/husky mix dogs at home and she's having problems with the female. The ...
A: Never apologize for clearly defining the problem. One more detail would have helped. She is mature ...
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| Scared German Shepherd | 5/1/2008 |
Q: I have a six month old german shepherd bitch. she has always been scared of children (hiding behind ...
A: Keep up what you are doing. It is quite normal for dogs to go through fear stages although often it ...
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| Sister German Shepherds and Playtime | 4/29/2008 |
Q: My sister and I both purchased two female sister GS puppies that are now 9 weeks old. We see each ...
A: Just let them enjoy each other. As long as they don't get their hackles up, low rumbly growls, and ...
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| dominance? | 4/29/2008 |
Q: I have a six month old male german shepherd who is not neutered yet,(I've heard it's better for ...
A: The key to most behavior problems is approaching things using the dog's natural instincts. Dogs see ...
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| aggression | 4/28/2008 |
Q: also he is not keen on going for a walk he totally refuses but will go to the park to play with his ...
A: Neuter him if not already. It is no cure all, but a big help in these cases. The key to most ...
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| a new puppy and 2 cats | 4/23/2008 |
Q: my husband, who had a GS (german shepherd) growing up, has been wanting a dog for our 10 yr ...
A: I am a staunch advocate of dogs being individuals and not true to their breed descriptions. ...
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| German Shepherd "runner" and dominating | 4/17/2008 |
Q: I adopted a German Shepherd from the local animal shelter at 7mo. He was very submissive and had an ...
A: Maybe I shouldn't even try to answer this one since I don't have a good solution to either question. ...
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| problem in legs | 4/17/2008 |
Q: my dog is three and half months old.its rear legs are weak due to lack of calcium deposition told by ...
A: In most cases, the best thing would be to feed the adult version of the Pedigree and nothing else. ...
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| heat | 4/15/2008 |
Q: My german shepard puppy girl 7 months old my older chow mix has tried to mount her, but she has not ...
A: The dog's body starts the heat cycle in response to hormones. Other dogs can sense the hormones and ...
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| HELP MY DOG PEES EVERYWHERE | 4/10/2008 |
Q: Okay I have a German Shepherd she is 16 weeks/4mo. this Friday. I thought she was potty trained but ...
A: This could be faulty housebreaking, a medical problem, or a leadership challenge. Start with a vet ...
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| Regarding House breaking | 4/8/2008 |
Q: I got A great GSD a week back and i am not able to train hin regarding the potty issues. i have put ...
A: I prefer to skip the newspaper going straight to outside. Much of housebreaking is not training ...
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| female dominance | 3/31/2008 |
Q: i have had a female German Shepard for nine years on 130 acres of land and i just got another ...
A: Put 2 older females together, and even the most experienced dog handlers may not be able to keep ...
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| my 4.1/2 mth old german shepherd has stopped eating properly | 3/28/2008 |
Q: My pup has always been a good little eater. I feed her three times a day a dry mix. Last week she ...
A: Go to the adult version of what you were originally feeding and offer her a little less of it. She ...
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| dog being aggressive towards others | 3/27/2008 |
Q: Bella turned 3 in Jan. We got her when she was 4 mos. (#1) She is very agressive towards ANYONE ...
A: The sad fact is much of what happens to a dog the first 12 WEEKS of it life determines what it is ...
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| GS Mix is becoming short tempered | 3/26/2008 |
Q: We have a gs mix that has hip displatia and is only about three years old. She seems to ...
A: I would really talk to the vet. If she is showing symptoms of hip dysplasia at 3 years it is a ...
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| My New Pet | 3/24/2008 |
Q: I realy need help as im realy confused, i broght my new dog to my house and it's German Shepered ...
A: I highly doubt getting a male is the solution. There are all sorts of foolish ideas people come up ...
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| 1 yr. Fem. GSD, Fearful of some people.... | 3/20/2008 |
Q: We bought our newest dog almost one year ago, and brought her into a home with a 7 yr. Yorkie and a ...
A: I see no obvious cause for it. The most likely thing I can think of is that his return was in one ...
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| German Shepherd growling | 3/18/2008 |
Q: My 2 year old non-neutered Male German Shepherd, as of Friday the 14th of March 2008 has begun ...
A: This could be a typical challenge to the pack leaders as a dog matures or something may have set him ...
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| sudden death | 3/15/2008 |
Q: I had a 7 month old GSD puppy very active and healthy. yesterday we came in from playing and about ...
A: I am very sorry to hear that. I don't have a good answer to it. Perhaps I should have clicked on ...
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| training puppy not to bark at my cat | 3/14/2008 |
Q: i have a 10week old german shepherd puppy and i am trying to introduce my 2 year old cat to him and ...
A: If the puppy has had a bad experience with a cat in the past, this will be more difficult. First ...
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| Delilah, 9 mos., Female | 3/7/2008 |
Q: I saw blood for the first time today. Was my dog in heat a week prior to today? Will she be in heat ...
A: People that fail to either learn a little about their dogs, or get them fixed create an enormous ...
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| Running my German Shepard | 3/6/2008 |
Q: My german shepard is 8 mos, I am a runner, when can I start taking him on short runs and hopefully ...
A: I wouldn't take him on runs until after he was a year old, and then a half mile or less until he is ...
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| GSD SCREAMING BLOODY MURDER DURING CRATE TRAINING | 3/3/2008 |
Q: I notice That when i put my 10 week old puppy in his crate at night or when leave to run errands he ...
A: That is a big, common problem. Many puppies ago, one night when my puppy had the neighbors' dogs ...
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| 10 week GSD aggressive with food | 3/3/2008 |
Q: I recently purchased a German shepherd dog 10 weeks in age male puppy from a so called recue. The ...
A: Unfortunately, parvo is all too common of a problem, an many puppies don't make it. I hope yours ...
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| Help with german sherpherd!!!!! | 2/28/2008 |
Q: I have a 5 1/2 month german sherpherd.I have had her since she was 16 weeks.Her crate is in the ...
A: Although many Shepherds aren't as bad as many Labs or Goldens, it isn't a good idea to leave them ...
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| dominance | 2/26/2008 |
Q: I have a 12 week old male german shepherd. When we acquired him at nine weeks, we immediately went ...
A: The erection may not mean any more than learning how his body works. I fully agree on starting ...
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| Crate training | 2/25/2008 |
Q: I bought a 11 week old German Shepherd female puppy who which was mostly outside with her parents ...
A: Let me assure you German Shepherds do fine with crate training as do any puppies that the breeder ...
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| Protective Instinct | 2/22/2008 |
Q: I have a german shepherd puppy who is now about 8 months old. We adopted her from a shelter at four ...
A: She is maturing and taking on more responsibility. It will only get worse as she get older. It is ...
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| german shepherd jumping up my husband | 2/18/2008 |
Q: He had a operation on his throat aged two but when he came back from the vets, whenever i ...
A: It is unusual for a dog to change much between when it matures at 3 and when it gets old. I am not ...
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| my 12 year old deceased shepard | 2/14/2008 |
Q: My 12 year German shepherd passed away monday night,but I'm not sure if it was old age or was she ...
A: It is hard to say. The symptoms sound like rat poison, but could be something else, or she may ...
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| feeding | 2/13/2008 |
Q: i have a 3 month old puupy, ive been feeding him 2 cups a day. when should i increase his food and ...
A: You need to monitor his ribs and maybe go to 2 1/2 if they start to become too prominent. ...
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| GSD stool & weight ! | 2/9/2008 |
Q: I own a GSD male who's 2yrs 5 months old. He is 26 inches at the withers and thin, i can feel his ...
A: I am very concerned about his diet. It is very difficult to make sure a dog is getting everything ...
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| Initial Housebreaking | 2/7/2008 |
Q: My shepherd is nine weeks old and I just got him yesterday. I realize it is normal for them to cry ...
A: Shepherds frequently are more vocal than other breeds. One thing you could do is buy a small Kong ...
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| Digestion | 2/6/2008 |
Q: I have an 8 year old German shepherd, that I rescued. She has a terrible digestive tract. If she ...
A: While most dogs will thrive on most chows, the ones with a sensitive stomachs are each different. ...
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| Protection Training | 2/4/2008 |
Q: I have a 3 month old G/S female. I am doing the obedience training myself and she has mastered the ...
A: I frequently suggest that book. I like its strong emphasis on leadership. You want the dog to take ...
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| other dogs | 2/4/2008 |
Q: my GSD is the soppiest thing around. I have 4 kids and she adores them. I sometimes think that she ...
A: Seven is too old to be maturing, and too young to be old and grumpy. Likely the food stealing is ...
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| My GSD she is eating little stones | 2/4/2008 |
Q: my GSD she is eating small stones,can anyone help me stopping this bad habit.
A: As long as she sticks to fairly small ones, they should pass harmlessly. The problem is with ...
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| Help my German Shepherd is trying to be the Alpha | 1/30/2008 |
Q: I have a 3 year old female German Shepherd, her name is Reagan, she is spayed and a female. I found ...
A: The more I think about it, the better I like Reagan going along. I don't know if you will have much ...
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| Help my German Shepherd is trying to be the Alpha | 1/30/2008 |
Q: I have a 3 year old female German Shepherd, her name is Reagan, she is spayed and a female. I found ...
A: With good leadership you shouldn't have much trouble managing all those dogs. It does sound like ...
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| PUPPY AND EATING HABITS | 1/29/2008 |
Q: I JUST GOT MY KIDS A NORWEIGAN SHEPARD AND LAB MIX HE IS 9 WEEKS OLD DOES HE KNOW WHEN HE HAS HAD ...
A: Most Labs wouldn't have a clue. Likely he needs 2-3 cups divided into 3 meals a day. Even at his ...
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| Hyperactive, poor focus and excited! | 1/28/2008 |
Q: Me and my wife have a 1 year old GSD that we are having problems with. We also have a 1 1/2 year old ...
A: While better early socialization may have helped, it could be his breeding. Neuter him if not ...
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| German Shepherd Behavior | 1/28/2008 |
Q: I have a 3 yr old female that we have had for a little over 2 years. She recently started growling ...
A: The dog is now mature, and as the children develop, they may be sending her different messages and ...
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| Aggressive German Shepherd Puppy | 1/27/2008 |
Q: Our family just adopted a nine month old German Shepherd. We also have a two year old Yorktese dog. ...
A: Spay her if not already. This should be done immediately unless you know she has already had her ...
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| jumping up on people | 1/27/2008 |
Q: I HAVE A 18 MONTH OLD GERMAN SHEPHERD SHE DOES WELL IN ALL HER TRAINING EXCEPT THE JUMPING UP ON US ...
A: Consistently is very important in correcting jumping and other problems. Quickly correcting him ...
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| Personality, unpredictable | 1/27/2008 |
Q: I have a 9month old female GSD fixed. She is a very loving dog but when people come over she whines ...
A: That is puzzling behavior. It does sound like she isn't relying on you as leader, but feels she ...
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| my puppy gs | 1/27/2008 |
Q: I HAVE A GERMAN SHEPHERD SHE IS 7M OLD AND I THINK JUST GOT HER PERIOD ,HOW OLD DOES SHE HAVE TO BE ...
A: It varies, 7 months is on the young side; but if her vulva is swollen and has a bloody discharge, ...
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| 8 Month GSD, Poor Focus/Protection | 1/25/2008 |
Q: I have a (soon to be) 8 Month old Pure bred German Shepherd. Male, not neutred, 92 lbs and very ...
A: Actually things maybe going quit well as far as protection goes. A good protection dog takes its ...
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| Help please with german sherpherds! | 1/25/2008 |
Q: I currently have two 18 weeks old female german shepherds. However, I'm in the process of returning ...
A: I am not sure what you are wanting to do by separating them. They are already highly bonded to each ...
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| my 5 mon old german shpherd | 1/24/2008 |
Q: i just got a 5 month old german shepherd and he is very quite. maybe this is a good thing but he ...
A: Shepherds are normally fairly vocal. It may take a while for him to adjust to his new home. It ...
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| Help please with german sherpherds! | 1/24/2008 |
Q: I currently have two 18 weeks old female german shepherds. However, I'm in the process of returning ...
A: http://As long they are spay/neutered, you are taking 2 steps forward. A male and female are less ...
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| German Shepherd accidents in the home | 1/23/2008 |
Q: My German Shepherd is a 4 yr. old Male. He has been neutered. He was a rescue dog. I have a lady ...
A: Make a vet appointment and explain the problem to him. If there is no physical problem, it could be ...
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| Behavior | 1/23/2008 |
Q: We just moved into a new home and find that our 1 yr and 3 month old German Shepherd is doing ...
A: Whys are tough and often guess work. It sounds to me like there are new noises in the new ...
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| German Shepherd personality changes | 1/23/2008 |
Q: My 1 1/2 neutered German Shepherd male recently bit a friend. The male has been increasingly ...
A: It sounds like he has a real problem, and it likely will be worse in another year and a half when he ...
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| Is my GSD growing too fast | 1/22/2008 |
Q: I have a GSD who just weighed in at 90 lbs on his 9 month birthday. I haven't measured his height ...
A: Most likely yes, and it is the worst possible thing for a GSD's joints. At least they seldom are ...
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| GSD biting and eating challenges | 1/22/2008 |
Q: I have a 12 week old GSD female which I got at 8 weeks. she is the second dog in the house with my ...
A: While what you are doing is working, much of the dog training world is moving to more positive ...
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| Flaky Skin | 1/22/2008 |
Q: My 12 week old German Shepherd has flaky white spots all over her black hair. I think it's flaky ...
A: Feed a decent chow and as little else as possible, seldom if ever bathe the dog, and brush it daily ...
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| shephard/lab mix puppy | 1/21/2008 |
Q: Last week we brought a 5ish month old male unneutered Lab/shepherd mix puppy into our family. Murphy ...
A: I am old school enough that this method bothers me a little, but it is in my Puppy Raising manual ...
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| Please help | 1/19/2008 |
Q: My German Shepherd puppy bites really hard, she being only 8 weeks old. When she poops on the floor, ...
A: Biting is a natural response to not being allowed to do as a dog pleases. They have to be taught ...
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| German shep x collie puppy | 1/18/2008 |
Q: I have a german shep x collie pup 15 weeks old. I have heard that if you massage their ears it will ...
A: The dog guide school has us switch at 4 months. Maybe when you run low in puppy chow, start mixing ...
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| gsds | 1/17/2008 |
Q: I have a GSD bitch named Dyna. She is quiet smaller compared to an average GSD. She's 19 months old. ...
A: What does your vet say? You are feeding her all she will eat of a common brand of dry dog chow? It ...
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| German Shepherd Weight | 1/16/2008 |
Q: We have a 1 year old female german shepherd. She came from a very reputable breeder. She, now at ...
A: Your vet has seen her, and I haven't. What does he say? 50 pounds and 22'' at the shoulder? That ...
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| Should I get this GS with stipulations | 1/16/2008 |
Q: I have been looking for a shelter or rescued GSD for a while now. A friend of mine just called me up ...
A: It shouldn't hurt the dog to wait. It does leave you open to behavior problems. Like many that ...
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| Dog nipping puppy | 1/16/2008 |
Q: We have a 5 year old female German Shepherd (Hazel) and we just got a female German Shepherd puppy ...
A: While many 5 year old females want nothing to do with puppies, it sounds like your Hazel is ...
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| Fear of Friendly Father | 1/16/2008 |
Q: I got a 7mo female gsd from a local gsd club breeder three weeks ago. She is extremely friendly ...
A: It is possible your father reminds her of somebody she had a bad experience with in the past. More ...
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| male german shepard weight | 1/16/2008 |
Q: I have 4 1/2 old a male german shepard. I got the dog from a rescue. He was 15 lbs when i got him he ...
A: Dogs vary in how fast they grow. I may be more thinking size than weight. For dogs the same ...
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| male german shepard weight | 1/15/2008 |
Q: I have 4 1/2 old a male german shepard. I got the dog from a rescue. He was 15 lbs when i got him he ...
A: I think that small for his age. It is possible he may only be 60-70 pounds full grown. What you ...
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| Beginning to attack my other dog | 1/13/2008 |
Q: I have a 2 1/2 year old female german shephard (not Spayed) she has been raised as a puppy with my ...
A: Spaying is no cure all, but would be a big help in this case. I know of no reason to keep an intact ...
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| GSD and eating | 1/13/2008 |
Q: I have a 7mo old GSD (Savannah)and I also have a 2yr girl old at home (Taliya). I am having a ...
A: The key to most behavior problems is approaching things using the dog's natural instincts. Dogs see ...
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| Potty Training an Adult Dog | 1/12/2008 |
Q: How do you potty train an adult dog? I now have my brothers German Shepherd, approx. 3 yrs old. ...
A: Biggest difference with older dogs is the longer time after eating or drinking before they are ready ...
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| Potty Training an Adult Dog | 1/12/2008 |
Q: How do you potty train and adult dog? I now have my brothers German Shepherd, approx. 3 yrs old. ...
A: Especially a Shepherd may do better with somebody they know. Much like a puppy. With older dogs, ...
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| 5-month old German Shepherd puppy throwing up | 1/12/2008 |
Q: My 5-month old GS puppy threw up today around 4:30 pm. He ate dinner at 6:30 pm, and threw up at ...
A: This is too late to help with that problem, but I do want to say the rawhide is far more likely to ...
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| German shep x collie puppy | 1/11/2008 |
Q: I have a german shep x collie pup 15 weeks old. I have heard that if you massage their ears it will ...
A: I have never heard that, and doubt if it would make much difference. A lot of people decide this or ...
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| GSD puppy | 1/10/2008 |
Q: I have a couple questions about are new gsd puppy. to start off she is 6 weeks and has good health. ...
A: Young Labs, which I know best, and other puppies tend to very bad about biting. You see a litter of ...
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| please help me.. | 1/9/2008 |
Q: hey can you please tell me how DO I SHOW MY GERMAN SHEPHERD THAT I AM THE PACK LEADER. AND ONE LAST ...
A: The key to most behavior problems is approaching things using the dog's natural instincts. Dogs see ...
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| Puppy Aggression | 1/9/2008 |
Q: I recently adopted a 12 week-old female GSD from an area rescue group. Actually, from looking at ...
A: ''Elevation for small puppies: Sit on the floor and gently put your hands around your pup's middle, ...
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| how much should a male german shepard weigh at 5 months | 1/7/2008 |
Q: He gained 15 pounds in only 2 weeks. He weighs 33 lbs at 4 1/2 months old. How big should the dog ...
A: That is hard to say. While he is on the small side now, if a lack of food has slowed his growth, he ...
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| puppy whining | 1/7/2008 |
Q: I have a German shepherd/Irish wolfhound mix, he is 11 weeks old. He doesn't seem to like going for ...
A: I don't quite understand this. Usually at 8 weeks they are ready to go out into the world and ...
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| running a GS | 1/7/2008 |
Q: We just adopted a 1 1/2 year old GS and malamute cross named Simba. He had not had enough food, ...
A: Even if the vet said it is OK, I still think 1 1/2 years old is a little young to be running with a ...
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| potty training | 1/6/2008 |
Q: why does my 11 month old German shepherd poop in the kitchen at night and sometimes when i go out ...
A: Try crating him. It is only natural that a puppy resists its crate at first. What the puppy wants ...
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| adopted a GS mix | 1/6/2008 |
Q: We adopted what appears to be a White German Shepherd with possibly some Husky in him. Do you know ...
A: Not much I can help with on the rest, but a head collar might help with the walking. The leading ...
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| ticks | 1/4/2008 |
Q: I just found a tick on my gsd. actually there where two, a bigger one and than a baby one right next ...
A: I don't know where they come from this time of year, but they do. I think sometimes a lump forms ...
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| German Shepherd Kept As a Pet, Not a Working Dog | 1/3/2008 |
Q: I had a beautiful and sweet German Shepherd dog who recently died. I gave him a lots of love, took ...
A: I think you need to look at your last dog. Do you think he was happy living with you and having ...
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| German Shepard Dog | 1/3/2008 |
Q: I have a German shepherd who is 1 . He is very nice to his family (us) but however doesn't like when ...
A: First you have to take over as leader. It then becomes your responsibility to decide who needs bit ...
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| German male german shepard weight | 12/30/2007 |
Q: I have a 4 month old male german shepard i got th dog from a rescue league. The shepard was very ...
A: Cut back on what you are feeding him and switch to an adult chow. Fast growth and rapid weight gain ...
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| Toys | 12/28/2007 |
Q: I just saw a segment on the news about avoiding dog toys made in China. It scared me to death so... ...
A: My dog toy boilerplate recommends Nylabones and Kongs. I just checked a few I have, and they are ...
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| Feeding | 12/28/2007 |
Q: I have a 4 month old GSD puppy. I am giving him Royal Canin MAXI Baby food. I want to shift to ...
A: I would go with the female GSD. Two dogs of the same sex are far more likely to compete for the ...
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| 8 week old German Shepard Puppy | 12/28/2007 |
Q: I got my daughter an 8 week old German Shepherd Puppy for Christmas (I got him on 12/24/07) from a ...
A: Throw them away and don't buy any similar products. They are extremely dangerous. You puppy could ...
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| Lost dog due to deer chasing | 12/26/2007 |
Q: My mother and father "raised a couple of and the sire was a Red Sable with papers and the mother was ...
A: There are many heart warming stories of dogs returning after being lost. Since often, we have no ...
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| biting | 12/26/2007 |
Q: We have a very smart 5 year old male german shepherd. He has been through basic and advanced ...
A: Many obedience classes focus on training the dog and fail to train the owner to be top dog. Take a ...
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| German shepherd puppy | 12/26/2007 |
Q: We just received a 14 week old GSD. He runs and hides his toys from us. Aside from that, he is ...
A: He may require a firm hand. What does a puppy need? A crate. It is only natural that a puppy ...
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| Feeding | 12/25/2007 |
Q: I have a 4 month old GSD puppy. I am giving him Royal Canin MAXI Baby food. I want to shift to ...
A: All the puppy chows are too rich for a GSD after 4 months. The rich diet promotes fast growth at ...
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| Dog licking fur off tail (near butt). | 12/25/2007 |
Q: My 5 year old sheppard has been licking and licking his under tail, now the fur is removed to a 2 ...
A: He has tried licking one spot, and it didn't work, so he is trying another. I can't say for sure if ...
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| nipping at my hand and feet | 12/24/2007 |
Q: I have a 14 week old male german shepard. He is staring to know his name which is TYSON. He nips at ...
A: Young Labs, which I know best, and other puppies tend to very bad about biting. You see a litter of ...
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| Pupy elimination ..... | 12/24/2007 |
Q: "Please help me, This is my first pupy and I am so lost....:)) I have an 8 weeks old GSD, he ...
A: If you can make it outside quickly when he need to go, it is best to train him to go outside. ...
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| Dog licking fur off tail (near butt). | 12/23/2007 |
Q: My 5 year old sheppard has been licking and licking his under tail, now the fur is removed to a 2 ...
A: I highly doubt it is the food. It is always possible he is allergic to the lamb or chicken in it. ...
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| German Shepherd Runt Puppy | 12/22/2007 |
Q: I purchased a GSD puppy from a reputable breeder 1 week ago. The puppy that I got was the runt of ...
A: As far as I know usually dogs reach the size they are genetically programmed to reach. In the case ...
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| how much how often | 12/16/2007 |
Q: hes about 7.5-8.5 weeks old shep is quiet, likes the cool concrete floor inside. aint bothering if i ...
A: Feed 1/2 cup each of 3 times a day until 3 months old. At 6 months, you can cut back to 1 meal a ...
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| Training Book | 12/13/2007 |
Q: We are getting an 8 week German Shepherd puppy in 2 weeks. Can you recommend a good training book ...
A: I have liked The Art of Raising a Puppy by the Monks of New Skete. I am not sure why the latest ...
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| 14 Week old GSD feeding issue, maybe? | 12/13/2007 |
Q: I have a 14 week old GSD male. He is weighs 31 lbs. now and is a great dog. Listens well and is ...
A: It is quite common for a Shepherd puppy to refuse to eat enough to completely hide its ribs. 4 cups ...
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| behavior. | 12/11/2007 |
Q: I have a 18 month old German Shepard/Rottweiler mix. She is a good dog, but when my husband and I ...
A: There are 2 approaches you can take, crate her or give her stronger leadership. Other dogs may ...
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| german shepherd | 12/9/2007 |
Q: How often do I feed my shepherd? Are there certain times of the day that are better?
A: How old? 3 times a day to 3 months, and you can cut back to one at 6 months. I feed in the ...
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| german Sheperd | 12/9/2007 |
Q: Just last night i bought a german sheperd puppy. shes about 5 months old and today i took her to the ...
A: Most German Shepherds have their ears up before then, but some not until about a year, or never. I ...
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| fear of people in my 4month old german shepherd puppy | 12/8/2007 |
Q: my gsd puppy is from american lines. he is wonderful with me and smart and obedient and bold as can ...
A: Some dogs stand poor care better than others. Although the importance of early socialization has ...
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| my dog's personality | 12/8/2007 |
Q: I own a 7 months old German Shepherd.People often comment on the dog saying the height of the dog is ...
A: I don't trust most of the people advocating home made diets. This site may be better than some. At ...
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| DOG EATS DRYWALL | 12/2/2007 |
Q: LATELY MY FIVE YEAR OLD GERMAN SHEPHERD HAS STARTED GNAWING HOLES IN THE DRYWALL IN SEVERAL PLACES ...
A: If you are feeding a commercial dog chow and little else, he should be getting all the vitamins he ...
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| my dog's personality | 12/2/2007 |
Q: I own a 7 months old German Shepherd.People often comment on the dog saying the height of the dog is ...
A: He absolutely must have a better diet. I think it may be possible to maintain good nutrition for a ...
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| German shepherd Diet | 12/1/2007 |
Q: Is it ok. to feed a german shepherd fresh chicken frames?.I have beenn feeding my G/S a chicken ...
A: I am hard put to come up with evidence that it is harmful. It would be even more difficult to come ...
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| feeding | 11/28/2007 |
Q: how much food do i give my 4month old german sheperd puppy?do i give her tinned food with biscits or ...
A: The best thing to be feeding your dog now is a common brand of dry, adult dog chow and very little ...
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| how to recognise a geniune german shepherd puppy | 11/24/2007 |
Q: hope you will be okay my question is how do i recognise a german shephed puppy as i dont have any ...
A: All you can do is try to pick a trustworthy breeder. Do not buy from a pet store. Beware of people ...
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| GS/Husky Mix | 11/19/2007 |
Q: I have recently acquired a 4 yr old female, non-spayed, GS/Husky Mix. I was informed by the previous ...
A: The dog owner as well as the dog must be trained. The key to most behavior problems is approaching ...
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| growling | 11/19/2007 |
Q: i have a problem which is at a very early stage but can grow in toa seriously dangerous one. i have ...
A: While it is important to teach a dog not to be aggressive around its food dish, that isn't the best ...
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| German Sheppard pacing and tail chasing | 11/16/2007 |
Q: I have two German Sheppards (female and a male also brother and sister) who I have had since ...
A: The key to most behavior problems is approaching things using the dog's natural instincts. Dogs see ...
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| 11 month old neutered male. | 11/14/2007 |
Q: with correction, grooming, removing attention from him, my dog bites me. he has not broken the skin. ...
A: Many obedience classes are total wastes, failing the primary purpose of training the owner in the ...
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| dog food | 11/8/2007 |
Q: What is the best food for GSD> I used to feed Eukanuba then it was sold and it is now put down as ...
A: What are you feeding now? Jumping around from food to food is one of the worst things you can do. ...
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| becoming the leader | 11/7/2007 |
Q: I am currently the proud owner of a beautiful 6 month old, red and black, male German Shepherd. He ...
A: Obedience lessons should help. The eye contact can be a powerful tool. Check ...
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| German Shepherd agression towards men | 11/7/2007 |
Q: She is a really good dog but I have problems walking her, if we see a man she will jump up and bark ...
A: Likely you are right about the past bad experience although it could be just a lack of men in the ...
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| Help Choosing A Puppy | 11/6/2007 |
Q: We have lots of room in the country for a big dog. We want an over sized German Shepherd or a King? ...
A: I am afraid ''oversize'' and ''King'' have no standard definitions. They may mean something to ...
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| German Shepherd Neutering | 11/6/2007 |
Q: My sister and I both have a 6 month old male german shepherd pup from the same litter. We both also ...
A: There are many aspects of dog care where it is difficult to find objective, factual information. I ...
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| German Shepherd Neutering | 11/5/2007 |
Q: My sister and I both have a 6 month old male german shepherd pup from the same litter. We both also ...
A: This question is not as clear cut as I used to think it was. The conventional wisdom is 6 months. ...
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| How to Administer My GS Dogs Meds | 11/3/2007 |
Q: ..any tricks or tips? Or Do I have to try and perfect "open jaw and somehow throw it to his back of ...
A: It has always just seemed easier for me to push it back into the throat than mess around with ...
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| diet for white german shepherd | 11/2/2007 |
Q: We are adopting a white german shepherd from an animal rescue and I was wondering what is the best ...
A: Dog chow is not the rocket science many would make of it. The truth is, although they may get there ...
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| aggresive German Shepard | 11/1/2007 |
Q: Our 2 year old GSD bit a 10 yr old. He has never biten anyone before. He is with another dog in our ...
A: This is a very serious problem, and likely will take more help than I can give. It likely involves ...
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| german shepherd's natural instincts | 11/1/2007 |
Q: In a lot of your responses to questions, you repeat the same advice that "The best way to tackle ...
A: Modern DNA testing has proven dogs are still closely related to the wolves. Although most breeds ...
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| GS response to darkness | 10/31/2007 |
Q: someone who used to own German Shepherds told me that the dogs go into a supersensitive alert mode ...
A: I have never heard that. The dog guide school certainly never said anything about leaving their ...
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| Toys | 10/31/2007 |
Q: I have a 10 1/2 month old male German Shepherd. He is the best dog ever but I can't seem to find ...
A: The pet stores are full of toys that many dogs will quickly chew up into pieces they could choke on ...
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| my german shepherd mix need a psychologist | 10/31/2007 |
Q: Hannah is our 4 year old german/mix who is afraid of everything from sitting golf clubs to fly ...
A: How old was she when you got her? Dogs that stay in the kennel until 12 weeks old often don't do ...
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| heat cycle | 10/30/2007 |
Q: From the time a White German Shepherd starts to bleed, how long before the whole heat cycle (inc ...
A: The discharge usually last about 3 weeks slowing towards the end. The swelling may last another ...
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| german shepherd 4 months weight | 10/29/2007 |
Q: I have a gsd pup who is currently 4 months old...he is very healthy and active. He is still ...
A: Nobody can say. You have heard widely differtnt things because they vary. Yours, the 40 pound one, ...
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| Lab Puppies | 10/28/2007 |
Q: Just put down a yellow lab 2 months ago and are preparing for a new puppy. Met two litters tonight ...
A: Starting with the easier one. 6 weeks is the very earliest. 7-8 weeks is the ideal time. Even at ...
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| Digging under the fence | 10/28/2007 |
Q: I have a 3 1/2yr old German Shepherd (female) who is an absolute joy. Three weeks ago, she dug a ...
A: I have my fence lined with flagstones. Some people run the wire down into the ground. Paving ...
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| German Shephard Coloring | 10/27/2007 |
Q: We recently purchased a German Shephard puppy (9 weeks old) from the local pet store. They actually ...
A: All German Shepherds are born a solid black and slowly develop other colors perhaps even into their ...
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| German Shepherd Walking | 10/24/2007 |
Q: We purchased a German Shepherd about a week ago. He is 9 weeks old. When we take him for a walk he ...
A: If he doesn't want to move, don't force him. Try dropping back and running past him calling ''Go, ...
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| gsd brothers | 10/22/2007 |
Q: My daughter and myself both have gsds from the same litter who are just 12 months old and thay have ...
A: If this is more than just play fighting, I would neuter them both. Also, obedience train them. ...
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| German Shepherd puppy | 10/21/2007 |
Q: My 7 week old GS puppy cried all night long when I locked him up in his pen. Will this crying hurt ...
A: I think the ones that don't get strangled turn out OK. About a dozen puppies ago, I found an ...
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| barking! | 10/21/2007 |
Q: my g.shepherd , karis is just 3yrs old. male. he is very "giddy" when ever we stroke him or talk to ...
A: The key to most behavior problems is approaching things using the dog's natural instincts. Dogs see ...
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| Destructive GSD | 10/21/2007 |
Q: Please help! My 1-year old (spayed) female GSD is destroying my house! She is literally tearing off ...
A: There may not be that good of solution to this problem, and it may get worse as she continues to ...
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| German Shepherd - shaving | 10/20/2007 |
Q: I have an elderly german shepherd (10 yrs), and he just loves swimming. Now that it has become hot ...
A: Do you have him on a senior formula dog chow? It might keep his coat in better shape and then shed ...
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| german shepherd rottweiler mix | 10/18/2007 |
Q: We just bought 2 puppies (11 wks old)from and animal shelter and they told us they were German ...
A: What you need to concentrate on is good leadership and good socialization. Aggressive behavior ...
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| GSD being around each other | 10/18/2007 |
Q: My parents have a 6 month old German Shepherd who is maybe 40lbs. When ever we get them together the ...
A: We frequently have puppies from 7 weeks old on up together and seldom a problem. Perhaps he was ...
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| 10 month female puppy | 10/17/2007 |
Q: My 10 month old female German shepherd puppy has recently had two 4 inch patches of hair fall out ...
A: If she doesn't seem to be itching or anything. it could be normal. German Shepherds are born all ...
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| Two German Shepherds vs one | 10/17/2007 |
Q: I currently own my 1st GSD and LOVE HIM! He was 13 weeks when I got him and he still had two ...
A: I would say wait until he is 8-9 months old before bringing a new puppy into the house. That will ...
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| mixing | 10/17/2007 |
Q: i am getting a 10 week old gs male pup,i already have a 4 yr old lhassa apso dog (INTACT).and a 4yr ...
A: The older dog may not be pleased to have a new addition. It also mayor may not want to play puppy ...
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| german shepards | 10/13/2007 |
Q: my girl is 1 year old and i do believe she just came into heat. i need to know is there a LOT of ...
A: There will be quite a bit of blood over the next few weeks. You need to take extraordinary ...
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| german Shepard claws | 10/13/2007 |
Q: We just adopted a 1 1/2 yr. old black shepard. We have had several shepards but never saw this. Our ...
A: If you mean like a front dew claw, it is not normal. Most dogs only have 4 toenails on each back ...
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| Aggressive German Shepherd | 10/13/2007 |
Q: We have a female German Shepherd, approx. 3-4 years old. We have had her for 2 years, and she is the ...
A: The key to most behavior problems is approaching things using the dog's natural instincts. Dogs see ...
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| shy/fearfull GSD | 10/12/2007 |
Q: i have a male GSD puppy about 11 months old, and the problem is that hes real shy, when people come ...
A: These problems are best prevented by careful selection of breeding stock and early socialization. ...
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| Limping and rear foot dragging | 10/12/2007 |
Q: We have an almost 6 mo. old GSD. A few weeks ago I noticed him limping ( front right leg ). He has ...
A: Rimadyl seems strange, but maybe the vet thinks he is expending too much nervous energy. Is he at ...
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| German sheperds | 10/11/2007 |
Q: at what age should my German shepherds ears start pointing up, and can rubbing his head to rough do ...
A: Punishment is not a big part of housebreaking, and must only be done when you catch the puppy in the ...
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| How to walk my aggressive male shepherd | 10/10/2007 |
Q: I'm the Australian owner of a BIG, three-year old male shepherd who, until recently, has been living ...
A: The key to most behavior problems is approaching things using the dog's natural instincts. Dogs see ...
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| coat | 10/9/2007 |
Q: My shepherd loves to swim. I live in the Colorado Rockie's and the water is very cold. Someone told ...
A: Neither question is playing to my best experience and training. I am wondering if he is a little ...
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| My roomate is buying a lab pup,how will this affect my GSD pup?. | 10/9/2007 |
Q: I purchased a GSD pup a week ago he is 10 weeks old.I have him learning general commands and i am ...
A: I don't see it as a problem. Less so if you and your roommate are on the same page with care and ...
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| German Shephard puppy ear fell | 10/9/2007 |
Q: I have a 3 1/2 month male who had both his ears up from 8 weeks until 2 days ago. He is teething ...
A: I wouldn't switch him to any puppy chow now. They are all formulated for maximum growth resulting ...
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| German Shephard puppy ear fell | 10/8/2007 |
Q: I have a 3 1/2 month male who had both his ears up from 8 weeks until 2 days ago. He is teething ...
A: It sometimes happens that one or both ears will drop during teething, but come back up later. It ...
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| German sheperds | 10/8/2007 |
Q: at what age should my German shepherds ears start pointing up, and can rubbing his head to rough do ...
A: It really varies. My friends had one that came to them at 7 weeks with her ears up. Somebody here ...
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| I'm worried about my German Shepherd!!!! | 10/7/2007 |
Q: I have a beautiful female German Shepherd that is about 1 1/2 years old. She weights approx 50 ...
A: If her appetite is normal, you should be able to bring her up to a normal weight just be feeding her ...
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| 2 white german shephard males | 10/6/2007 |
Q: I have a 3 1/2 yr male and we now have 2 17 mo shepherd pups (1 male 1 female). We have been doing ...
A: The key to most behavior problems is approaching things using the dog's natural instincts. Dogs see ...
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| GSD with 2 other small dogs | 10/5/2007 |
Q: My wife and I have 2 Cairn terriers, ages 5 and 1 The 5 year old is a nervous type but the 1 yr old ...
A: Much of it depends on your leadership. I have a friend that has Cairns and has had several ...
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| my GS puppy cry alot!!! | 10/5/2007 |
Q: i bought my GS puppy when he was six weeks old and now he is alittle over 2 months. he cries over ...
A: Here are some more things that help with puppies: ''Elevation for small puppies: Sit on the floor ...
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| 4 mth old German Shepherd | 10/5/2007 |
Q: I have a registered German Shepherd that just turned 4 mths a couple days ago. I got him at 8 weeks ...
A: If your vet is correct that healing the leg slowed growth, then he may more than double the 4 month ...
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| Feeding A GSD | 10/4/2007 |
Q: Labman, I have a few questions and from reading your answers you are the I need to listen to. 1. ...
A: 2-3 cups of a concentrated meat based chow should be about right. Many Shepherd puppies you give ...
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| Dog food | 10/4/2007 |
Q: I am acquiring as of next week a black east german female puppy. The breeders feed all dogs: ...
A: I doubt it is worth the money. If fact, I see more problems here from people feeding such premium ...
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| my GS puppy cry alot!!! | 10/4/2007 |
Q: i bought my GS puppy when he was six weeks old and now he is alittle over 2 months. he cries over ...
A: It is more common for Shepherds to cry like that than other breeds. Try holding your hand up in ...
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| GermanShepherd Puppie? | 10/3/2007 |
Q: how can i tell a germanshepherd puppie is full blooded when hes 7 weeks old? and how old are they ...
A: There aren't good answers to either question. DNA testing can only determine if a certain dog is a ...
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| German Shepard Training | 10/3/2007 |
Q: How do you stop a German Shepard from digging up the yard?
A: I was thrilled when I read the instruction book that came with my Lab that it wasn't to dig holes in ...
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| German Sheperds Heat Cycles | 10/2/2007 |
Q: I have two German sheperds, one which is a male of about 2 years, Buddy, and the other is a female ...
A: Her fertile part of the cycle will be the second and third week after the bleeding started. How can ...
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| follow up to wary of strangers... | 10/2/2007 |
Q: Just wanted to let you know that she has been exposed to tons of people since we got her at 9 ...
A: I am sorry, but by starting a new question, it makes is hard for me to refer back to the other. ...
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| German Shephard Dog | 10/1/2007 |
Q: We recently rescued Sheba from our local pound, she was under weight and very distressed with males, ...
A: The key to most behavior problems is approaching things using the dog's natural instincts. Dogs see ...
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| house training problems | 9/29/2007 |
Q: we have a 7 month old german shepherd he has no problems during the day with going to the toilet ...
A: Neuter him if not already. It is no cure all, but often solves the problem. That certainly isn't ...
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| German Sheperd mixed with Rottweiler | 9/29/2007 |
Q: I just got a new puppy. It's a German Sheperd mixed with rottweiler. Is that a good breed to be ...
A: I am sure she will be a fine dog. The more she sees of little kids before she is 12 weeks old, the ...
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| thinking about a new pup?????? | 9/28/2007 |
Q: I am the owner of a 2yr old german shepherd, i love him and he is a great dog, super friendly, great ...
A: Having a new dog move in will upset him, but he should get over it. The better leadership you are ...
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| HOUSE TRAINING MY PUPPY | 9/27/2007 |
Q: I HAVE A GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPY BORN 7/7/07, SHE DOES GOOD AT NOT GOING PEE OR POOP IN THE HOUSE AS ...
A: Make sure the crate isn't too big. You can block of part of it leaving her less room. I would plan ...
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| My rescue GSD | 9/27/2007 |
Q: My wife and I recently (10days ago) adopted a 1 1/2 yo GSD female that had been probably in 6-7 ...
A: As long as dogs are getting a minimum amount of stimulation, many of them are quite content to catch ...
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| wary of strangers | 9/27/2007 |
Q: I have a 1 1/2 yr old shepherd and she is very wary of strangers.. once the person gets in my house ...
A: The key to most behavior problems is approaching things using the dog's natural instincts. Dogs see ...
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| ears and leg | 9/27/2007 |
Q: I have a very active 10 month old German Shepherd puppy. He seems to have hurt his right front leg. ...
A: Smell the ear. If it has a terrible doggy smell, it is infected and he needs to see a vet. ...
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| Tail Chasing | 9/26/2007 |
Q: I have a 2 year old German Sheperd who is a perfect companion, exercised daily but as got into the ...
A: He has another year to go to full maturity. He may be requiring more and more stimulation. You ...
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| Food | 9/26/2007 |
Q: I have a GSD, he is now 6 months old and I have had him since he was 7 weeks old, He is on Science ...
A: Shepherds are notorious for being picky eaters. He might do a little better on something such as ...
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| Looking at a mix breed Puppy | 9/25/2007 |
Q: I am looking at a mixed breed puppy-German Shepard & Golden Retriver. Do you know is this a good mix ...
A: That is one question I can give a good answer on, yes, it will shed. Most dogs do except for the ...
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| Looking at a mix breed Puppy | 9/25/2007 |
Q: I am looking at a mixed breed puppy-German Shepard & Golden Retriver. Do you know is this a good mix ...
A: I am unfamiliar with them. I do know the dog guide school I volunteer for breeds Lab/Goldens and ...
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| skin on front paws wore off and bleed | 9/25/2007 |
Q: I have a 6 month old GSD named Drago and he is great. He has a lot of energy and loves to take part ...
A: I am not sure there is much you can do. If you apply something like Triple Antibiotic, he will ...
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| german sheperd | 9/25/2007 |
Q: i have a 9 year old german sheperd male. and we just got a 11 wk old female , they get along for a ...
A: Most older dogs are no more interested in puppy biting games than you are. Young Labs, which I know ...
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| Temper in Rottweiler Puppy | 9/24/2007 |
Q: We have a four month old Rottweiler (owned for about 4 weeks). He is learning basic skills and we ...
A: Some dogs are just more difficult than others. Likely he was the dominate male in his litter and is ...
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| Night time | 9/24/2007 |
Q: I have a GS pup since 22/9 who is 8 weeks old. The first night I slept next to her crate (which she ...
A: I have had very good luck with at least a dozen puppies including one Shepherd by lying down in ...
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| animal aggresion | 9/23/2007 |
Q: I have had shepherds for over 30 years, I love the breed. I curantly have a 4.5 year old neutered ...
A: I think it is quite obvious he is not accepting you as leader. Even if he has had obedience ...
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| introducing 2 puppies | 9/22/2007 |
Q: I have a 5 month old male German Shepherd pup and I just bought a 11 week old female German Shepherd ...
A: When I am by myself, I have had good luck using a tie down, just a simple length of chain anchored ...
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| my dog is a wimp | 9/20/2007 |
Q: i have a 11 months old alsatian. he is a great dog but he just wont protect himself not to mention ...
A: Frankly many of them are wimps. Often what is seen as aggression is fear biting. you could work at ...
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| When should we stop using the crate | 9/20/2007 |
Q: Our German Shepherd is 18 months old, he is crated during the day when my wife and I are at work, ...
A: I would never take the crate away completely, at least leaving it around with the door open. Since ...
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| hurt leg | 9/19/2007 |
Q: my german shep/border collie 3 yr. old female slipped on my porch and started holding her back leg ...
A: Ouch! You might check another vet. You could also ask your vet about payment plans. Some would ...
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| BREEDING | 9/18/2007 |
Q: MY QUESTION IS MORE OUT OF CURIOSITY THAN ANYTHING. THIS HAS BEEN AN ARGUMENT BETWEEN MY HUSBAND AND ...
A: Any male dog will mate with any female dog in her fertile cycle and produce puppies. The more ...
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| German Shepherd never barks-ever | 9/17/2007 |
Q: I have a 3 year old German Shepherd intact male. We adopted him from a family member about a month ...
A: Typically Shepherds are fairly vocal, often more whining and howling than barking. Some dogs are ...
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| Puppy fears husband | 9/16/2007 |
Q: About six weeks ago I purchased a 3 1/2 month old German Shepherd puppy from a reputable breeder. ...
A: I am not sure there is much more to do other than more of the same. It sounds like she may have had ...
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| Food | 9/13/2007 |
Q: what kind of human foods can i and cant i feed my german sheperd? And how many treats should he get ...
A: Chocolate is well know as being bad, but muchjworse are grapes and raisens. Onions, Xylitol in ...
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| 7 Week Old GSD | 9/13/2007 |
Q: How much & how often should I feed her?
A: Feed her 3 times a day to 3 months, cutting back to twice a day, and then if you want to, once a day ...
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| My two male german shepherds | 9/13/2007 |
Q: "I am so excited to have someone who understands GS I can't even put it into words. We have a 9 ...
A: I may be a disappointment, not being able to do more than the 3 trainers that saw the dogs. I may ...
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| New 2 yr old shepherd with 8 yr old Golden | 9/13/2007 |
Q: We just adopted a GSD mix from the local shelter. She was an unclaimed stray who recently had ...
A: I am glad you understand the importance of being top dogs. It is essential to solving most ...
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| harmony | 9/12/2007 |
Q: We currently have two Mini Schnauzers, 10 months and 5 months. The elder of the two is a female and ...
A: I don't see a lot of small breeds, but think it should be OK. I do see a lot of 7 month olds with 7 ...
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| Depression about a new baby | 9/12/2007 |
Q: I am concerned about our five-year old German Shepherd, Miles. We recently brought our new baby ...
A: Bringing a baby into the home is always stressful for the dog. The stronger leadership you have ...
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| Ear infection causing floppy ears? | 9/11/2007 |
Q: I have a 4 month old german shepherd puppy. His ears were floppy just like most german shepherd pups ...
A: My usual sources I rely on for reliable information have little to say about this. Unlike some ...
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| 4 year old German Shepherd limps after sitting | 9/10/2007 |
Q: My dog has developed a limp after she sits. When she walks or plays she is fine and she has no ...
A: It doesn't sound good at all. I don't know that going to the vet would accomplish more that being ...
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| chewing and scratching | 9/10/2007 |
Q: I have a 11/2 yr old german shepherdwho for quite awhile has been chewing himself. Recently i have ...
A: To keep a dog's skin and coat in good shape, feed a decent dry dog chow and little else, brush ...
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| German Shepherd number 2 | 9/6/2007 |
Q: I've found a 6 month old German Shepherd bitch at a local rescue and have totally fallen for her. I ...
A: The key to most behavior problems is approaching things using the dog's natural instincts. Dogs see ...
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| housebreaking adult German Shepherd | 9/4/2007 |
Q: I'm adopting a 2 year old rescue German Shepgerd . He has been soiling the shelter sleeping area and ...
A: I am afraid you are taking on a challenge that lacks a good solution. Normally dogs avoid fouling ...
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| german shepherd QUS | 8/29/2007 |
Q: I have a few qus, i want a german shepherd puppy i have to little chi. now one is kinda mean but the ...
A: How well the dogs get along will depend on their ages and drive for dominance. How good of ...
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| Ears not properly standing | 8/23/2007 |
Q: I have a 7 month old pup who has ears that are still not standing properly. I have glued them. ...
A: I have never seen anything on making ears stand from what I consider a reliable source. Gluing and ...
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| Biting Dog | 8/23/2007 |
Q: I have a german shepherd that is a year and a half. He is a wonderful dog to the family but is very ...
A: This is a severe problem that must be remedied soon. Did you go ahead with the private lessons? I ...
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| My German shepherd still has floppy ears | 8/22/2007 |
Q: My Male German Shepherd is 9 months & still has floppy ears, they have never once tryed to go up at ...
A: I doubt there is anything except surgery now, and I am not even sure it will help. Was it your vets ...
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| food | 8/22/2007 |
Q: hello i am haveing a problem with my dog he dosent like dog food haveing to hand feed him to get him ...
A: Do you mind if I answer by pasting in some material covering your questions and more? You need to ...
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| new sheperd owner | 8/22/2007 |
Q: wow, my wife and I just came into ownership of a beautiful female sheperd, and from what we are told ...
A: Don't put your hand near the top of her head or make eye contact. In addition to talking to her and ...
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| ferrets and a 5 year old German Shepherds | 8/21/2007 |
Q: I am thinking about getting a ferret and I have a 5 year old German Shepherd that is kind of ...
A: It is hard to say. Certainly it would be too small to be a rival. Herding dogs are usually ...
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| GSD PUPPY DIET | 8/21/2007 |
Q: I have an 11 weeks old female GSD. She is slim and beautiful. I also have two 2 year old Jack ...
A: One problem with ''experts'' is they often fail to realize how much detail those lower on the ...
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| GSD PUPPY DIET | 8/20/2007 |
Q: I have an 11 weeks old female GSD. She is slim and beautiful. I also have two 2 year old Jack ...
A: Age to switch to adult chow? Although the informed consensus is early, early varies. I have seen ...
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| hurt leg | 8/20/2007 |
Q: About a month ago we were playing in the backyard and he rolled over a basketball onto one of his ...
A: Antibiotics or a muscle reluctant or a pain killer? It could be a pulled muscle or a torn ...
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| GSD PUPPY DIET | 8/19/2007 |
Q: I have an 11 weeks old female GSD. She is slim and beautiful. I also have two 2 year old Jack ...
A: More knowledgeable people switch large breed dogs to adult chow early. After genetics, keeping a ...
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| 8 w.o. GSD won't eat | 8/19/2007 |
Q: We purchased a German shepherd puppy 1 week ago and the day we brought him home he would hardly eat. ...
A: The first thing is to evaluate him as illustrated at ...
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| GERMAN SHEPARDS AND PARROTS | 8/18/2007 |
Q: how do german shepards get along with military macaws
A: That is a very specialized question, and it would be a coincidence if anybody here actually had ...
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| Pregnant German Shepherd | 8/16/2007 |
Q: My female is due soon, I am really new to this. I have noticed she had tried to go to the ...
A: Breeding is not for those low on the learning curve. I would go to the library or book store and ...
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| maximus my dog, | 8/16/2007 |
Q: He is 13 mths old and he was ill treated be 4 i got him. He lunges at people and hates other dogs. I ...
A: The key to most behavior problems is approaching things using the dog's natural instincts. Dogs see ...
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| weight | 8/16/2007 |
Q: I have a 4 month German Shepherd puppy and I try to keep track of his weight gain. He seems to be ...
A: The guidelines are very vague. Evaluate him using ...
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| puppy ears | 8/15/2007 |
Q: hi i have a 5 month old german shepherd pup he is large for his age 60IB the problem is his ears ...
A: I am not sure gluing or taping does any good. In the cases where the ears do stand up, they may ...
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| German Shepherd (nipping) | 8/13/2007 |
Q: How do you stop a German Shepherd of 3 months, to stop nipping. I tried the water spray bottle, and ...
A: Young Labs, which I know best, and other puppies tend to very bad about biting. You see a litter of ...
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| My 3 year old Shepherd and 7 month old Doberman are killing wild animals! | 8/11/2007 |
Q: Love your answers and hope you can help me!!! Our German Shephed, Max (male) is honestly the most ...
A: You have to remember, dogs share 97% of their DNA with wolves. Some have more prey drive than ...
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| German Shepherd Question on Beef Bones | 8/11/2007 |
Q: I recently saved a puppy from the animal shelter. I was lucky to get her at 71/2 weeks old. I took ...
A: She sounds like a fine little puppy and I am happy you saved her. She does need to learn who is ...
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| German Shepherds | 8/9/2007 |
Q: We have a three year old wonderful German Shepherd Draco. We have always socialized him and he is ...
A: You are best off keeping a close eye on your dog and children. I am afraid there are many more ...
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| a Clingy German Shepherd | 8/8/2007 |
Q: I have a almost 4 year old German Shepherd Mix. HE is a very loving dog, but his constantly ...
A: One factor in the clinging could be your stress about being unemployed. Your emotions transfer to ...
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| medical problems | 7/31/2007 |
Q: i have a 14 month old male gsd. he has not had any problems and then one day he went down. we took ...
A: Keep working with your vet. It is rare for a healthy dog not to eat all it needs, although ...
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| Should I ? or shouldn't I ? | 7/31/2007 |
Q: Hey!!, im away to move into a 1 bed flat. I have always wanted to get a german shephard but i ...
A: If you are going to be around except 3 mornings a week, it sounds very good. If you are living by ...
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| rescued a German shepherd | 7/31/2007 |
Q: I just rescued a 2-3 year old German shepherd. The owners who previously had him hardly fed him and ...
A: I would pile on the Eukanuba as long as he will eat enough of it to gain weight. If not, you might ...
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| GSD and AKC Registration Name | 7/30/2007 |
Q: I recently purchased a top line GSD Pup. I purchased him from a man who had his dog stud the pups ...
A: The easy way out is to leave it as it is. You don't have to use the name except on paper work for ...
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| Adopting an adult GS | 7/30/2007 |
Q: We are looking at adopting a 2yo spayed female GS as her current family can no longer keep her. We ...
A: I am a little hesitant too. Not all dogs are close matches for their breed description, but German ...
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| is my dog growing right | 7/29/2007 |
Q: i have a German shepherd who was born on good Friday of this year April 6. now i don't know if he is ...
A: That sounds a little on the small side. However, he is genetically programed to reach a certain ...
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| g.s.d. | 7/29/2007 |
Q: Labman, are all german shepherds are double coat ,mine is a single coat ,she is also smaller than an ...
A: I don't think dogs that aren't out in the cold really develop the inner coat of a double coat. ...
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| aggressive behaviour | 7/28/2007 |
Q: I'm looking for some direction on what we should do with our 6 year old male Shepherd. We have had ...
A: Neuter him if not already and then obedience train him. Even then, at his age, it may not be ...
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| is my dog growing right | 7/28/2007 |
Q: i have a German shepherd who was born on good Friday of this year April 6. now i don't know if he is ...
A: Do you mean 21 inches at the shoulder as dogs are commonly measured? That may be a little on the ...
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| german sheperd nipping | 7/27/2007 |
Q: I have 2 min. shnauzers, and a chow/shepard mix. I was given a 9 month old female GSD by a reputable ...
A: How old are the other dogs? Young Labs, which I know best, and other puppies tend to very bad about ...
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| Hyperactive | 7/27/2007 |
Q: I have a german sheperd and he is way to hyperactive.though we play alot with him and take him to ...
A: If he is sleeping in the garage over night and chewing things, the solution is a crate. It is only ...
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| shepherd attitude change? | 7/25/2007 |
Q: My in-laws have a German Shepherd, approximately 8 years old/80-90 lbs, and they had another older ...
A: Many people say no dog should ever trusted alone with little kids. I am a little more trusting, but ...
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| my gsd | 7/25/2007 |
Q: we bought a gsd puppy a year ago in the hopes our new home would be finished soon. Here we are 10 ...
A: I see nothing wrong with chaining a dog outside for limited periods to relieve itself. The dog ...
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| PLEASE HELP MY GERMAN SHEPHERD GAIN WEIGHT | 7/24/2007 |
Q: I have a 10 month old female German Shepherd. She is very healthy. Her entire body is filled out ...
A: Just how bad is she? Is your vet concerned? Has she been checked for worms? Sometimes it takes a ...
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| Zimectrin for dogs | 7/24/2007 |
Q: I was looking for a less expensive way to protect my dogs from heart worms, fleas and ticks. they ...
A: I am not familiar with Zimectrin. Is it another brand of ivermectin? My Heartgard+ for 26-50 pound ...
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| dutch shepherd prey drive | 7/23/2007 |
Q: I recently adopted a 9 yr. old Dutch Shepherd who has some mild arthrtiis. She is a sweet dog, yet ...
A: She may be too overwhelmed with distractions for some of the standard advice to work. What you need ...
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| GM size | 7/23/2007 |
Q: I own a GS, 5 months old, weights 40 pounds and his height is 43 cm. His mother is 3 years old and ...
A: I am not a doctor, but I do have extensive training and experience raising puppies. I doubt your ...
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| Soft Ear | 7/21/2007 |
Q: Can you please give me as much information about "Soft Ear" as possible so I know if that is what my ...
A: I don't remember seeing that term. It may be referring to the occasional problem of ears failing to ...
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| 6months old with aggressive intentions | 7/21/2007 |
Q: I own a half lab half german shepherd. She is 6 months and very trainable. Very laid back ...
A: I am glad you recognize that it is a problem and want to take steps to fix it. It may not be easy. ...
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| crate large enough | 7/20/2007 |
Q: We recently adopted a German Shepherd from an animal shelter & would like to buy a crate for him ...
A: I am sorry I don't. Having a crate big enough is very important. The airlines have gotten very ...
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| 3 month old GS with biting problem | 7/19/2007 |
Q: When our 3-4 month old german shephard gets excited, he starts biting a lot. I know that you are ...
A: Young Labs, which I know best, and other puppies tend to very bad about biting. You see a litter of ...
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| 2 months old GSD | 7/18/2007 |
Q: I have been given a puppy from my cousin stating that it is a german shepherd.I would like to know ...
A: I don't think this site does pictures. You could send it to asklabman@yahoo.com but I am afraid I ...
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| Ge man Shepherd's Size | 7/17/2007 |
Q: I have always wanted a really big GS. Mine was 60 lbs when I got him at 6 months. Is that large for ...
A: The height at the shoulder is a better measure of size than th eweight. At least with German ...
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| Ge man Shepherd's Size | 7/17/2007 |
Q: I have always wanted a really big GS. Mine was 60 lbs when I got him at 6 months. Is that large for ...
A: I am afraid he won't be that much bigger. I think dogs sort of grow in an upside down hockey stick ...
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| German Shepherd Puppy's Ears | 7/17/2007 |
Q: Well I have a German Shepherd that I got when he was 6 months. His ears were a down and floppy as a ...
A: Don't give him calcium supplements. Almost all of his calories should be coming from a commercial ...
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| Fear | 7/16/2007 |
Q: Maybe you can cast some light on our female shepard? She's 14 months old. Smart, stubborn, but ...
A: Even some very well bred dogs turn out with problems. Maybe try some of the same confidence ...
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| German Shepherd whining during training class only | 7/14/2007 |
Q: I have an 8 month old german shepherd who is extremely well behaved at home and just finished ...
A: It doesn't sound like your instructor is part of the current trend toward more positive methods. ...
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| confussed | 7/13/2007 |
Q: I have a few questions first i have a 5 month old male german sheperd malamute mix he look more shep ...
A: The key to most behavior problems is approaching things using the dog's natural instincts. Dogs see ...
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| pedigree papers and howdo I get her A.K.C. papers | 7/12/2007 |
Q: my new baby is names Ilsa she is 7 weeks old the breeders gave me a copy of her pedigree papers but ...
A: Try going to www.akc.org I think suggesting that is more helpful than sending you to somebody else. ...
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| GSD ears | 7/11/2007 |
Q: I recently purchased a GSD from a Canadian Kennel and he was supposedly born May 1, so that would ...
A: No worry! I have friends that picked up a 7 week old with erect ears. The one shepherd I raised, ...
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| aggression | 7/10/2007 |
Q: there I recently got a gsd puppy. I have owned a gsd before so I have some knowledge on their ...
A: It is common for puppies to go through a fear stage at 4 months. If they aren't pushed to much, ...
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| GS Heat Cycle | 7/9/2007 |
Q: Madam: Could you please advise me as to how often does a female German Shepherd enter the heat ...
A: Most females including the Shepherds have 2 heat cycles a year. They are a big hassle with many ...
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| Agressive behavior GS puppy | 7/4/2007 |
Q: I have a GS puppy now 10 weeks old. He was very nice and gentle, now he star to bite my hands, legs ...
A: Young Labs, which I know best, and other puppies tend to very bad about biting. You see a litter of ...
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| Our German Sheperd Reese | 7/4/2007 |
Q: Our German Shepherd Reese is the sweetest thing you will ever meet, we got her when she was about 3 ...
A: Dogs that are not exposed to noise and other things between 6-12 weeks become increasing unable to ...
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| sick german shepard | 7/4/2007 |
Q: I recently wrote about my german shepard not eating right. Well I took him to the vet and found out ...
A: Unless it has been a lingering, chronic thing, I doubt being sick had anything to do with the long ...
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| floppy ear german shephard | 7/3/2007 |
Q: I have a 1 yr. old german shephard, one of then stays up and the other one is half way up, some time ...
A: You see very few German Shepherds whose ears aren't up. I wonder if yours is a behavior thing. Try ...
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| depression/not eating: German Shepard | 7/3/2007 |
Q: I have a german shepard that's approx. 6yrs of age. He from a litter of 10, his brother is also with ...
A: The right people are very important to any dog, but some more so than others and frequently very ...
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| Rash on the belly. | 7/1/2007 |
Q: I am new to owning a dog. First time, and our German Shepherd has developed a rash on my belly and ...
A: Get him to the vet. The rash may be something that needs antibiotics to clear up. While at the ...
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| Grooming | 7/1/2007 |
Q: I recently resucued a German Shepherd Dog, I took him to have him groomed - my vet suggested that I ...
A: I live in sort of a protected world. I have never heard of shaving a German Shepherd. It is ...
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| Weight | 6/29/2007 |
Q: I recently rescused a German Shepard Dog - the vet says he is about 3 years old - he only weighs 66 ...
A: Has the vet made any suggestions? As I said, puppy chow is rich in calories, small breed even more ...
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| Weight | 6/28/2007 |
Q: I recently rescused a German Shepard Dog - the vet says he is about 3 years old - he only weighs 66 ...
A: What does the vet say? German Shepherds are notorious for keeping themselves on the lean side. If ...
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| None barking german sheperd | 6/26/2007 |
Q: I'm about to purchase a 6 month old german sheperd but I was told that the dog doesn't know how to ...
A: I never heard of a disease causing a dog not to be able to bark. I guess it could have been born ...
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| house training offers | 6/25/2007 |
Q: I have found your answers very helpful with my German Shepherd pup, but can you tell me if the ads ...
A: You would think if there really was a secret, the large dog guide school that has been breeding ...
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| kennel vs. dog/house sitter | 6/25/2007 |
Q: We got our 6 month old GS 3 weeks ago - she was neglected and not trained. We were not quite ready ...
A: I think the right sitter would be best. However, you would need a trustworthy person that is good ...
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| german shepard weight | 6/24/2007 |
Q: My 7 month old gsd bitch seems small to me she weighs 21kg and seems quite short in the leg but long ...
A: It is quite common for a young Shepherd to refuse to eat enough to be more than quite thin. As long ...
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| 7 month old gsd | 6/21/2007 |
Q: my 7 month gsd , after todays visit to the vet, the vet was surprised that he weighs 35 kg, he is ...
A: I am afraid I don't have an authoritative answer on this. We had a big discussion of this on a dog ...
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| Border Collie/German Shepherd | 6/21/2007 |
Q: I have a Border Collie/German Shepherd that I got when she was just a puppy, she is now 1 year old ...
A: If the dog is being left by itself most of the day, I doubt there is much to you can do. Not being a ...
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| Possessive Aggressive Behavior - Urgent! | 6/19/2007 |
Q: I have a big problem with my 5+ year old GS. He was not neutered. On Sunday evening he attacked my ...
A: Neutering the GS was the right thing to do. It is no cure all, and will take time for all the ...
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| German Sheperd/ Golden Retriever Mix | 6/18/2007 |
Q: what do you do when your dog begins to ignore you and does nothing but eat and sleep all day after ...
A: You provide the stronger leadership it needs. The key to most behavior problems is approaching ...
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| Obnoxious Car Behavior | 6/18/2007 |
Q: My 5 year old GS is my best friend. He is great around the house, sweet to kids and old people, and ...
A: I doubt there is much you can do very quickly except ask the vet for medications. It really sounds ...
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| My GSD does not bark | 6/17/2007 |
Q: I have a two year old German Shepherd named Konner and he has never barked however, he will ...
A: I occasionally see questions like yours. I see far more from people wanting to know how to keep a ...
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| My german shepherd puppies mothers' ears | 6/16/2007 |
Q: I was just wondering if you have ever heard of this. We have an 11 week old german shepherd puppy. ...
A: Occasionally German Shepherds' ears fail to stand. I have not come across what I regard as reliable ...
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| males vs females | 6/14/2007 |
Q: I am getting ready to buy 2 GS puppies from a breeder. Would a male & female be better together or 2 ...
A: Go with the male and female. It is the combination leas likely to have problems with rivalry. ...
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| GSD to protective over our family | 6/13/2007 |
Q: My 7 month old GSD and we have only had her for a month. She is great with my two kids, my husband ...
A: Getting her spayed should help if not already. Move quickly if not. She could be coming into ...
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| 8.5 month old GSD ear problem | 6/11/2007 |
Q: Sir, Here is my dilemma if you haven't already caught the first part. My pup is already 8.5 ...
A: I don't have very much personal experience, and I have never seen any reliable information on ears. ...
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| 5 month old german shpherd | 6/9/2007 |
Q: i have a puppy german shepherd , i want to know how often I should bathe her? and also I notice one ...
A: I very seldom bathe dogs, mostly females well after their season is finished. The puppies I raise ...
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| Killing animals | 6/5/2007 |
Q: My 4 year old German Shepherd, Blaze caught another small animal in the year. She is constantly ...
A: Some dogs have a very high prey drive. I doubt you can do much about it. If she was exposed to ...
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| german shepherd | 6/3/2007 |
Q: we have a 11 month german shepherd male that we have over exercised/ over exerted on several ...
A: Don't give him more calcium. Any decent dog chow has all the calcium a dog needs. It is counter ...
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| remote dog collar | 6/3/2007 |
Q: i have a 4months puppy german shpherd, and I would like to train him while he is a puppy, one of the ...
A: The remote collars are specialty items, not the best for the average dog owner. Very few dog ...
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| German Shepherd and Scottish Terrier? | 5/30/2007 |
Q: e a 6 years-old, male German Shepherd, not fixed. My boyfriend wants to get a Scottish Terrier. The ...
A: I don't know that dogs pay much attention to other dogs' breeds. Gender is very important. As long ...
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| Growth | 5/22/2007 |
Q: How does puppy chow affect the growth of my GS dog? Is that not a biological/genetic determination? ...
A: Genetics determine dog's adult size. How rich of a diet determines how soon it reaches that size. ...
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| Want to confirm the purity of breed | 5/21/2007 |
Q: I have adopted a german shephard puppy of age 4months. Its ear were up since last 2 months but im ...
A: German Shepherd puppies are born solid black, and develop other colors continuing until they are ...
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| puppy ear | 5/21/2007 |
Q: my 4 months german shepherd ears are floopy, and I am curious to know how long this will take, ...
A: I think the ears usually come up by 4 months, but some of them still come up later. Some people ...
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| GSD male, 1 year old, showing aggression toward new dogs! | 5/20/2007 |
Q: My male GSD, 1 year old since just about the last 2 months, has started showing some aggression ...
A: Ah, what is a good book? One person on another site always insisted any book was better than none. ...
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| my 4 months German Shepherd | 5/20/2007 |
Q: I have a 4 months german shepherd , and i notice her ear are not up yet,I am giving her puppy chow ...
A: Most Shepherds' ears are up by 4 months. Some still come up later, and some never come up by ...
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| my german shepherd honey | 5/20/2007 |
Q: my German shepherd Honey is a week short of 6 months old her weight is 56lb although she is a bigged ...
A: Fat German Shepherd puppies are atypical. Do you mind if I recycle an answer to a similar question? ...
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| GSD male, 1 year old, showing aggression toward new dogs! | 5/19/2007 |
Q: My male GSD, 1 year old since just about the last 2 months, has started showing some aggression ...
A: He is maturing and taking over a larger role in protecting the pack. The key to most behavior ...
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| Behavior Issues! | 5/18/2007 |
Q: Please note: **I have a Male German Shepherd, 2 years old. NOT FIXED! **I have a Male Pug. 4 years ...
A: I think the only chance to straighten this out is to neuter him, and perhaps the Pug too. The Pug ...
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| eating | 5/18/2007 |
Q: I am wondering what do german shephard puppies love eating best iam giving my 5 month old male large ...
A: I am afraid what Shepherd puppies love most is showing off their ribs. ''Note, German Shepherd ...
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| My white german shepherd..3 yrs. old is no watchdog | 5/17/2007 |
Q: I got him at a shelter a year ago. He is aggressive with dogs..He was obedience trained when I got ...
A: Yes. I have often said dogs don't read breed descriptions and fail to live up to them. Some of my ...
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| potty training | 5/17/2007 |
Q: We bought a 7 week-old German Shepherd four days ago, & we are using a crate to train her. I have ...
A: There seems to be a run of these this morning. I just posted this answer: ''It is not normal, but ...
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| Puppy is Biting | 5/16/2007 |
Q: We have an 11 week old german shepherd puppy who has taken to biting and lunging for the face...we ...
A: Young Labs, which I know best, and other puppies tend to very bad about biting. You see a litter of ...
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| my puppy | 5/16/2007 |
Q: My german shepherd puppy is about 4 1/2 months old and i have been noticing little bumps on his ...
A: They say dogs don't get poison ivy, and I have never seen anything to suggest they do. It could be ...
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| Thank you for your common sense | 5/16/2007 |
Q: We have adopted 2 dogs from the Animal Shelter in our area. The first in early 2006, a year old ...
A: One of my options here is to have the site send you a boiler plate thank you note. That wouldn't ...
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| jumping and visitors | 5/16/2007 |
Q: I have a 5 month old bitch that will not stop jumping up on people and everything. also when a ...
A: The key to most behavior problems is approaching things using the dog's natural instincts. Dogs see ...
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| lump on nose | 5/14/2007 |
Q: we have a 12yo German shepherd male and he has a lump on his nose no drainage or anything doesn't ...
A: By that age dogs develop many lumps and tumors. Some are benign, and only need careful monitoring. ...
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| My mixed breed | 5/10/2007 |
Q: I recently rescued a shepherd/collie mix from the street. The vet guesses her age to be between 8-9 ...
A: If you could find a Kong, it could be a big help. They are made out of rubber and sort of look like ...
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| FEAR of almost everything.. | 5/9/2007 |
Q: I rescued my dog from an abusive owner and she is fearful of alot. Mostly males, kids, noises, ...
A: Give her plenty of love and attention. When she reacts in fear, pat whatever, and talk to it, ...
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| Long haired GS | 5/9/2007 |
Q: I have a long haired puppy (1yrs old today), his right ear is almost up, but his left ear is ...
A: I am not sure what to do about the ear. My usual advice is give it time. I think it is too late to ...
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| ears- German Shepard | 5/8/2007 |
Q: my shepard is 3 mo. Jan. 31 07- DOB his left ear stands up ok and the right ear only comes up on ...
A: Some dogs are just a little slow. They nearly all come up eventually. Some people resort to taping ...
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| playing .... | 5/7/2007 |
Q: My GSD is 10 weeks old we have an older dog too they play real rough is that okay ( they bite each ...
A: Rough play is no problem as long as the larger dog moderates its play. It is quite common for them ...
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| herding instict awoken | 5/5/2007 |
Q: I adopted a 10 yo german shepherd from the spca 6 months ago. He is a wonderful gentle well ...
A: This could be difficult. First you must be firmly established as leader. The key to most behavior ...
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| Aggressive German Shepherd | 5/5/2007 |
Q: My family has a GSD, about a year and a half old, unfortunately, when we got him, my mother fell ill ...
A: I wish I knew where to send people to find a good dog trainer. It sounds like your dog could ...
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| My puppy is on the thinner/smaller side... | 5/4/2007 |
Q: I have a 13 mo/old male German Shepherd, and compared to his parents, he is rather on the small ...
A: If you offer him more food, will he eat it? Some dogs are just less efficient or a certain chow may ...
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| IBS | 5/3/2007 |
Q: My vet diagnosed our White German Shepherd with IBS. We have tried a soy protein food but he still ...
A: I am highly skeptical of BARF and other raw diets. When I first heard of them it sounded like a ...
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| Feeding Loyalty Issues with Shepherd | 5/2/2007 |
Q: My husband and I adopted a shepherd when he was 9 months old - now he is 2. He is delightful, but ...
A: ''an older lab that eats anytime she can'' And looks for more? Dogs, even Shepherds very seldom ...
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| MAYBE SHE'S A DWARF. | 5/2/2007 |
Q: I HAVE A 4.5 MONTH OLD GSD THAT EVERYONE SAYS IS SMALL FOR HER AGE, BUT I THINK SHE JUST HAS NOT HAD ...
A: Many German shepherds are much bigger than that, maybe 50 pounds and 20'' at the shoulder at 4.5 ...
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| Timid around strangers | 5/1/2007 |
Q: I have a wonderful bullmastiff dog that is about 1 year old now. She is very sweet and I try to ...
A: It sounds like one of the fear stages younger puppies go through at times. She may have had a bad ...
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| what can i do?? | 4/30/2007 |
Q: i have just bought a 10 week old German sheared and have just learnt from the vet that it has a ...
A: That breeder is an irresponsible idiot that has no business breeding dogs. I am not sure what legal ...
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| Everyone says my girl is small. | 4/30/2007 |
Q: I have a 4 month old GSD that weighed only 15# at our last vet visit(4-13-07). I was thinking that ...
A: At 4 months, I think most Shepherds would be twice that size. It sounds like she is going to be ...
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| one ear down | 4/25/2007 |
Q: will a 18 month old gsd that has 1 ear down have a chance to keep it up .can anything be done or is ...
A: I have seen references to surgery. Talk to your vet. As for it being too late, I am not sure any ...
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| Under socialized GSD puppy | 4/25/2007 |
Q: We recently rescued a gsd puppy almost 2 months ago and she is about 4-4 1/2 months old. She gets ...
A: Many people don't understand the importance of early socialization and the difficulty of undoing ...
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| Retraining the elimination spot | 4/25/2007 |
Q: I have two GS a male 5 years and a female 10 months. They have always come in and out as they wanted ...
A: You are already doing much of what I would suggest. Shepherds do seem to have stronger instincts ...
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| skinny two year old | 4/25/2007 |
Q: I have a male German Shepherd named Rex he just turned two April 10, 07. I have read on many sites ...
A: You might try moving up to a more concentrated chow such a Pro Plan. The regular Purina has a lot ...
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| Skinny Puppy | 4/23/2007 |
Q: I have got a 15 week old puppy. Her mom was 85 lbs. her dad is from the Czec Republic an will fill ...
A: A quote from the manual on raising puppies prepared by a large dog guide school: ''Note: German ...
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| New German Shepherd puppy | 4/23/2007 |
Q: We just bought a GSD, 7 1/2 wks old, great bloodlines!! When we got her 2 days ago she was kept in ...
A: If you suddenly changed food from what the breeder was feeding, it could cause it. I would give her ...
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| Feeding a german shepherd | 4/20/2007 |
Q: I just got a German shepherd dog, and would like to know how much to feed it on a normal basis. If ...
A: Nobody can really do that. If it is less than 2 months old, a half cup each of 3 times a day would ...
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| Aggressive German Shepherd male | 4/18/2007 |
Q: We purchased a 3 year old GSD from a kennel. When we picked him up he was not aggressive at all. On ...
A: I don't like the sounds of this at all. Have you checked with the vet? I have never heard of such ...
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| Growling German Shepherd at night | 4/18/2007 |
Q: My 2 yo/non-neutered male German Shepherd is growling at me, and mainly my wife at night when we ...
A: I am sure this is a leadership problem. The key to most behavior problems is approaching things ...
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| New GSD mixing with current dog (diff breed) | 4/18/2007 |
Q: We have recently purchased a female 3yr Pedigree GSD from a family friend who can no longer look ...
A: Since it is the smaller dog that doesn't want to play, I doubt there is too much danger. I would ...
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| What age to spay Female GSD? | 4/16/2007 |
Q: I have a 5 1/2 month old GSD female that is secuduled to be spayed on 4/24/07 which she will be 6 ...
A: I am not sure it is breed specific. Six months has been the conventional wisdom for years. Many ...
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| dog | 4/16/2007 |
Q: what types of toys should german sheperd dogs play with
A: Shepherds aren't as bad as Labs and Goldens, but why take chances? The pet stores are full of toys ...
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| my 3 months year old german shepherd | 4/15/2007 |
Q: I have a 3 months year old german shephered, and I am having some trouble with him. he likes to ...
A: These are not simple questions. Consistently is very important in correcting jumping and other ...
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| Running Long Distance with German Shepherd | 4/14/2007 |
Q: I'm a marathon runner and I want to take my 1 1/2 year old German Shepherd for a 10 mile run 4 ...
A: It is good you didn't start him any younger. I am sure you have worked up to where you are now. ...
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| German Shepherd vs Pitbull | 4/14/2007 |
Q: My female is American line and my male is german line and then I have their baby. My alpha male is ...
A: I would try introducing him to one in a controlled situation in a neutral place. You will need to ...
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| German Shepard Puppy | 4/13/2007 |
Q: Our family will be getting an 8 week old German Shepard puppy in a few months. My concern is what ...
A: I hate to see a puppy left more than 4-5 hours. Doggy day care wouldn't be a good idea so young. ...
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| My German Shepherd is trying to kill his Son! | 4/13/2007 |
Q: Our Max (German Shepherd)is over 13 years old. He is a valued member of our family. We love him so ...
A: Get them both neutered. Nobody that had much of a female would have ever let it be bred to a dog ...
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| eating habits | 4/11/2007 |
Q: Why are German Shepherds picky eaters?
A: I doubt anybody knows. I haven't even seen much speculation. Part of the problem is that many ...
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| round tail | 4/11/2007 |
Q: I have bought a dog and was given to me as German shepherd now the female pup is app. 3 months old ...
A: I wouldn't worry about it. Many Shepherds carry their tail high especially when they are happy. ...
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| Health Concern of German Shepherd | 4/11/2007 |
Q: I have a 5 month old GSD and he weighs 65lbs which the vet said he is in perfect shape and is not ...
A: Try this diet: Bland recovery diet for dogs. 3 parts cooked rice, one part boiled hamburger or ...
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| GSd weight | 4/10/2007 |
Q: I hav a gsd 12 months old ,he is 24 kg is it ok . the other thing is though his ribs and hips are ...
A: It is quite normal for a young GSD to be on the thin side. I would compare him to this guide, ...
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| food | 4/9/2007 |
Q: I was reading some of the questions that you have answered and noticed that you mentioned that GSD ...
A: Yes. If you read my profile, you can see I am part of the dog guide community. It is standard ...
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| females | 4/9/2007 |
Q: I have a female german shepherd.She ia my first dog ever.Well,it seems that she is having her ...
A: We do a very poor job of educating new dog owners. She has started her reproductive cycle commonly ...
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| shedding and itching | 4/9/2007 |
Q: This March, my 9 mo old GSD started shedding so much and itching 24/7 I feel so bad. She itches so ...
A: What is she eating? She should be eating a dry, adult chow now and very little else. Most ...
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| floppy ears | 4/9/2007 |
Q: i have an 11-week old german shepperd puppy with floppy ears How do i train them to stand up?
A: I don't know there is much to do except wait and make sure it is eating the proper diet. You should ...
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| barking | 4/6/2007 |
Q: My lab/shepherd mix,4 yrs. old,fiercely runs after and barks at my son whenever he leaves the house. ...
A: The key to most behavior problems is approaching things using the dog's natural instincts. Dogs see ...
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| !/2 Lab, 1/2 German Shepherd | 4/6/2007 |
Q: Our 6 month old mix GS is biting and jumping at us when we come home. Even when he's been outside ...
A: German Shepherds often are more vocal and mouthy than many other breeds. When he jumps up and ...
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| Q#1-diet Q#2-guard dog | 4/6/2007 |
Q: I've read alot on the net regarding feeding a "raw diet" as opposed to commercial dog foods which ...
A: The raw diets have no scientific backing. The AVMA says they are not good for dogs, and the FDA and ...
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| VACCINATIONS | 4/5/2007 |
Q: heres my question, i need my dog to become fierce any help on that? and do i need to give my dog any ...
A: Without vaccinations, your puppy is at serious risk for sudden fatal diseases such as Parvo. it ...
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| cant fetch and is scared of other dogs and people, l | 4/5/2007 |
Q: i cant teach my male 4 month old German shepherd how to fetch a stick or play with one or any toys ...
A: The fear of people and other dogs maybe due to a lack of exposure to them before he was 12 weeks ...
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| breeding | 4/5/2007 |
Q: Our female German shepherd just had puppies in Dec. 2006. We sold all of them. One of the owners ...
A: I think you need to do a lot more research before breeding her again at all. You should already ...
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| top dog | 4/4/2007 |
Q: I have a 14yr old gsd and a 2yr 2mnth old gsd both females, for 1yr 8mths they have got on fantastic ...
A: It is only natural for a maturing younger dog to challenge a declining older one for status. 2 ...
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| Ears not up yet | 4/3/2007 |
Q: I have a 7 month old GS Mail whose ears are not up all the time. My breeder taped them but the wife ...
A: Dumping the puppy chow could be more effective than taping. It has excessive calcium in it ...
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| my dogs behavior has chnged in the past few days | 4/3/2007 |
Q: My boyfriend and I have a 9 month old German shepherd and her behavior has changed these past few ...
A: Why haven't you spayed her? Flaky behavior is one of the first signs of a dog coming into heat. ...
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| bringing a new dog to the house | 4/2/2007 |
Q: Ok here's my question, I have a 5 yr old German shep. I've had him since he was 6 weeks old. He ...
A: I am not sure how much good it does, but ''experts'' say to meet on neutral ground. Can't hurt. ...
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| weight and different concers | 4/1/2007 |
Q: My 3 1/2 month old german shepherd weighs in at 40 lbs? is that too heavy. he also seems to be very ...
A: Keeping their ribs from showing is a more common problem with Shepherds than over weight, but yours ...
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| Floppy ears | 4/1/2007 |
Q: I have a 1yr old GSD, his ears haven't come up, is there anything I can do to get them up or is it ...
A: I don't know if anything except maybe surgery will help now. I have my doubts if the taping and ...
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| Feeding | 3/30/2007 |
Q: I just got a 9 week old German Shepherd puppy. How much am I suppose to be feeding him a day?
A: Start with a half cup each of 3 times a day. See ...
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| Thin German Shephard | 3/30/2007 |
Q: My one and a half year old German shepherd is very thin. She gets her heart worm medicine every ...
A: The vet has checked her for other worms? You are feeding a concentrated, meat based chow? The ...
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| OUT OF CONTROL | 3/30/2007 |
Q: WE HAVE A 11 MONTH OLD FEMALE GS. WE CAN NOT STOP HER FROM JUMPING. WE HAVE TRIED EVERYTHING. SHE ...
A: With somebody the right age in the family, 4-H dog training is a great idea. In my area, clubs form ...
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| puppy too old | 3/29/2007 |
Q: I was just wondering if you thought 13 weeks is too old to take on a new puppy as far as training ...
A: I am a strong advocate of 7-8 weeks. Those that have studied dog behavior all have concluded dogs ...
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| Going to the bathroom in crate | 3/28/2007 |
Q: I have a 5 month old German Shepherd that we adopted from the SPCA about 2 months ago. He ended up ...
A: This is a tough problem I don't have a good answer to. Exactly what goes on in those furry little ...
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| Running with my 10 week old German Shepherd | 3/27/2007 |
Q: Is my 10 week old puppy too young to run short distances with me? She loves to run and we have been ...
A: I wouldn't take her to the dog park. Even the the best shot programs leave a window where a young ...
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| GERMAN SHEPHERD FROM A SHELTER | 3/27/2007 |
Q: I am considering adopting a GSD from a local animal shelter. His name is Ralphie and he is ...
A: 5 months in a shelter would create problems for many dogs, and perhaps more so for most German ...
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| Running with my 10 week old German Shepherd | 3/27/2007 |
Q: Is my 10 week old puppy too young to run short distances with me? She loves to run and we have been ...
A: I hate to have to say this, but it would be better if you limited her running for now. They only ...
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| My Shepherds is passing gas often | 3/26/2007 |
Q: I have an 10 year pure breed german male shepherd, and about one year or so I have experienced the ...
A: It is not typical of older dogs, but it could be an aging related problem. First stop is the vet. ...
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| aggresion | 3/25/2007 |
Q: We have started to socialize our 9 month old German shepherd with other dogs, although we have 2 ...
A: Unfortunately socialization needs to be done before 12 WEEKS. It is difficult doing so without ...
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| Not Eating | 3/25/2007 |
Q: I have a 8 month old German Shepherd that i recently got from the pound. She will not eat anything ...
A: Shepherds frequently are picky eaters and much more likely to let disruptions of their routine to ...
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| introducing a new German Shepherd pup | 3/24/2007 |
Q: We have a 2 year old German Shepherd who is extremely friendly and loves to play with other dogs. ...
A: I don't think you can introduce a new puppy without upsetting the old one. No matter how much he ...
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| 11 week old gsd (I think) | 3/22/2007 |
Q: just got a new puppy, thought we bought a female german shepherd, but now wondering! her tail is to ...
A: All puppies are born with short legs and tails. Hers may lengthen in time. I am having trouble ...
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| 10 mth old gsd being disobediant | 3/22/2007 |
Q: A friend of mine gave me her gsd a month ago because they just had no time for her. She's a ...
A: The key to most behavior problems is approaching things using the dog's natural instincts. Dogs see ...
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| temper of german shepherds | 3/21/2007 |
Q: what can be the termper of the breed?
A: Breeds don't have tempers, dogs do. It is true it is more common for German Shepherds to be ...
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| breeding year old shepherd | 3/21/2007 |
Q: our duke is offically a year old and such a beautiful BIG BOY we have offers constantly to breed ...
A: You seem to have left out some extremely important information. What is his OFA rating? What is ...
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| gsd constant diarrhea | 3/20/2007 |
Q: my gsd is 1yr (altered male and has always hade diarrhea. eats 6-8c of lamb and rice dog food and is ...
A: It could be a genetic problem, but is not a common problem in German Shepherds. May I ask if this ...
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| Question | 3/20/2007 |
Q: My German Shepheard is 10 weeks old. Ive had her for 2weeks now and she is yet to be house broken. I ...
A: Much of housebreaking is not training the puppy, but making it easier for your puppy, you, and your ...
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| GSD tail biting | 3/19/2007 |
Q: What reason would there be for a GSD puppy of about 3-4 months to be constantly chasing and biting ...
A: He is bored. What he needs is a chance to play with other young dogs. At that age, they need to be ...
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| Problem with 9 month old German Shepherd | 3/19/2007 |
Q: we have a 9 month old German shepherd. Pure breed. He's a smart and lively dog, however 2 issues; ...
A: A mousetrap is very effective in making a dog leave something alone. Most dogs will stay away from ...
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| Scared of aggression | 3/18/2007 |
Q: My husband, daughter(5) and I adopted a German Shepherd - we have had him for 3 weeks . He was a ...
A: Getting him fixed is an important step, but not enough. Some lines of German Shepherds are ...
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| puppy....aggressive | 3/10/2007 |
Q: I have a purebreed german shepard mixed with black lab and maybe pitbull. He is going on 9 months ...
A: Don't give up hope on the neutering. He may slowly improve as the hormones in his system wear off. ...
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| size of dog | 3/9/2007 |
Q: My German shepherd puppy is 4 months old and weights approximately 44 lbs. Are there any ...
A: Those are common questions and I don't have good answers. I am not sure those that do have answers ...
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| keeping the dog in one house. | 3/8/2007 |
Q: . I have one more question.. My boyfriend and I live apart. He lives in a building and a live in a ...
A: I don't think the back and forth will hurt. My friends' puppy did fine at that age despite frequent ...
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| about crate training at night | 3/7/2007 |
Q: The puppy is very good at going to the bathroom on the paper, however he does like to chew on ...
A: It is only natural that a puppy resists its crate at first. What the puppy wants more than anything ...
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| what do i do | 3/6/2007 |
Q: i gave my german shepard away he is 11 months old.this was about two days ago. someone called me ...
A: Shepherds tend to bond more closely with one person than many other breeds. When one is rehomed ...
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| How much to feed a 1yr old gsd | 3/5/2007 |
Q: I have a big beautiful german shepherd. He just turned 1 yr old and my question is , how much ...
A: There isn't any chart that can take into account all the variables affecting how much he needs. See ...
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| biting? | 3/5/2007 |
Q: my GSD pup is 2 months old. most of the time he wants to bite my finger. i ve given him chew stixs ...
A: Young Labs, which I know best, and other puppies tend to very bad about biting. You see a litter of ...
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| Testicles | 3/1/2007 |
Q: I have a 6½ month old GSD Dog pup. He had 2 testicles when he was smaller but now only 1. What are ...
A: With a problem like that, I think the dog world would be much better off if you went ahead and ...
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| 5 month old German Shepererd | 2/28/2007 |
Q: I have a 5 month old German Shepererd one ear has been up for 3 months the other ear goes up stays ...
A: THROW THE PILLS AWAY, NOW!!!!!!! You could screw up her hips that way and likely are causing the ...
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| EARS | 2/27/2007 |
Q: MY PUPPY IS 3 MONTHS OLD HE WAS THE RUNT OF THE LITTER. HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE FOR HIS EARS TO STAND ...
A: The best thing for both is to give him a good, but not overly rich diet and little else. Young ...
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| Feeding Protien level | 2/27/2007 |
Q: My Dakota is 14months old. He is long and lean around 90lbs. He has been put on Wellness White Fish ...
A: The 19% sounds low compared to 26% For Pro Plan chicken and rice or 22% for Iams lamb and rice. It ...
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| coming into heat for the first time | 2/26/2007 |
Q: We are a new owner of a German shepherd. We came about her in a way that is a long story. It was ...
A: Usually a female has her first heat about 8-10 months, although sometimes not until after a year. ...
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| buying a puppy | 2/25/2007 |
Q: Hello and thank you for taking the time to read this i am currently having a problem as i am trying ...
A: ounds like a puppy mill to me. How well would the guy do on answering these suggested questions? ...
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| basic order | 2/21/2007 |
Q: I'm from Belgium and my English is not good, so hope you'll understand me. i have young German ...
A: I strongly disagree. When I get a puppy, I start teaching basic obedience the day I get it. They ...
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| German Shepherd behaviour | 2/19/2007 |
Q: I have a 15 1/2 month old female. She has been spayed and is current with all shots. Yhe problem is, ...
A: The key to most behavior problems is approaching things using the dog's natural instincts. Dogs see ...
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| Fearful Puppy | 2/18/2007 |
Q: I have a 13 week old german shepherd puppy. He is very friendly around people but when it comes to ...
A: How old are the other dogs? At 13 weeks he is missing his litter mates and wants to bite an carry ...
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| what kind of sheperd do i have | 2/13/2007 |
Q: i have a dog and he is 4 i was told he was sheoerd and rotti mix but i dont see the rotti all i see ...
A: It can be tough determining what a mixed breed is. If your dog's mother was a German Shepherd, and ...
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| Social and Separation Anxiety? | 2/12/2007 |
Q: My husband and I have a 15-week old German Shepherd male. He's a very good, smart dog and we've ...
A: Past 12 weeks it becomes more difficult to influence a dog's personality and temperament. The ...
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| Introducing German Sheperd to another German Sheperd. | 2/8/2007 |
Q: I have a 14 month old female lab. and a 2 year old female German Sheperd and they get along really ...
A: That dog certainly needs a new home. I am happy you are willing to accept him. I don't think ...
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| Joints | 2/2/2007 |
Q: We just bought a purebred 6 month old German Shepard puppy. Her front paws appear pigeon-toed. I ...
A: As far as I know, the Science is as good as anything. The less switching around chows you do when ...
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| Showing Teeth! | 2/1/2007 |
Q: My question is, at the moment "your GSD showed her teeth to you" what would YOU have done?We have a ...
A: I am not sure what would be the best way to handle that. Perhaps jump up and walk off. Denying ...
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| disobedient problem | 1/31/2007 |
Q: I have a 9 months old male German shepherd . He is a big dog and weighs close to 80 pounds right ...
A: The key to most behavior problems is approaching things using the dog's natural instincts. Dogs see ...
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| Showing Teeth! | 1/31/2007 |
Q: We have a sweet super well adjusted and friendly 13 month old female GS dog. She knows her place in ...
A: It could be as she matures, she is starting to question her place in the pack. This will only get ...
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| PLEASE HELP ME!!!! | 1/30/2007 |
Q: I am 22 years old and I live at home with my husband my 10 month old German Shepherd and my cat. I ...
A: Unfortunately, in too many obedience classes, the dog learns it gets a treat if it sits, rather than ...
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| Floppy Ear | 1/27/2007 |
Q: My 3 month old german shephard has one ear that is floppy. How do I get it to stand up?
A: I am not sure you can do much except make sure he is getting the diet he needs. You should be ...
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| hi | 1/26/2007 |
Q: my pup is almost 1yr old and his such a nice pup and he has a breatyful nature and his very active ...
A: He could settle down a little in a couple of years, but be almost as active for another 10 years. ...
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| fighting females | 1/22/2007 |
Q: I have 2 female german shepherds and 1 male. The male is neutered and 1 female is spayed. The two ...
A: When a female is in season, you can expect almost any behavior. Most likely unbelievable attempts ...
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| German Shepherd/Huskie | 1/22/2007 |
Q: I need help! I have a 1 year old male GSD/Huskie mix. We are running out of options. We did ...
A: Neuter him if not already. It is no cure all, but otherwise, you won't solve the problem. There is ...
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| SHE IS SICK | 1/22/2007 |
Q: SHE WAS FINE ALL DAYI LET HER RUN WHILE I WAS WASHING THE CAR SHE CAME BACK AND WAS FINE FOR ABOUT ...
A: If she has thrown up, you can hope she has rid herself of anything toxic. You can either try to ...
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| Skidish German Shepard | 1/17/2007 |
Q: We received a 3 month German Shepard and noticed she was stand offish to people but she developed a ...
A: The 2 most important factors in a dogs personality are genetics and early socialization with 6-12 ...
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| 10month GS | 1/16/2007 |
Q: i dont no why i had a nice dog house a friend gave me. I even washed it out. A metal dog house a ...
A: I once went to a lot of work building a nice dog house, even painting to match my house. My wife ...
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| Socialization Problems | 1/15/2007 |
Q: I recently got a German Shepherd puppy. She is 16 weeks old and we’ve had her for 8 weeks now. She ...
A: Fixing this will be much tougher now than when you first got her. Vets are much better at physical ...
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| Seperation Anxiety | 1/14/2007 |
Q: We have had our puppy for about 2 weeks (so she is about 8 weeks old). We originally started trying ...
A: How long are you leaving her in the day time? At her age, she should be able to go 4-5 hours ...
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| German Sheperd puppy ordor | 1/11/2007 |
Q: Our German Sheperd puppy is 5 months old and has a rather strong and unpleasant ordor. She only ...
A: Several things can cause it. About the only one you would be likely to be able to fix is if she is ...
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| i want to know about German Shepherds | 1/11/2007 |
Q: i am 19yrs old, i love German Shepherds very much. but i will like to know if German Shepherds are ...
A: Yes, German Shepherds are an AKC breed and other countries too. There are many books about them. ...
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| german shepard brothers | 1/10/2007 |
Q: Is there any advice you can give me in raising my 9 week old German Shepard puppies that are ...
A: The only specific thing to them being brothers is that they should already have sorted out who is ...
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| question | 1/10/2007 |
Q: my gsd is 9 months old and i love him to death! I feed him the eukanuba (iams) dog food, large breed ...
A: Best thing to do is switch him over to the adult version of the Eukanuba when you run low. Mix in ...
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| german shepherd getting worse. | 1/10/2007 |
Q: I wrote to you a couple of weeks ago about my 4 mo. old shepherd. well things are getting ...
A: It seems like he maybe having trouble with you resembling somebody that perhaps did not abuse him, ...
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| Wacky GSD after abortion | 1/9/2007 |
Q: Please help... we adopted a 14 to 16 month old female GSD from a rescue agency (who rescued her from ...
A: How heart breaking. It is sad, but possible it would have been her second litter. I have no ...
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| 10 week old GSD weght? | 1/9/2007 |
Q: I have a 10 week old GSD pup that is a pure breed. My question is: Is thier anyway to know what ...
A: I know of no chart or table on on it. A number of experienced dog owners recently discussed this on ...
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| sleeping too much | 1/8/2007 |
Q: i was wondering how much is too much for a 3 month old puppy to sleep? she seems to get enough ...
A: Dogs of almost any age will sleep whenever nothing much is happening. We had our 5 month old Lab ...
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| german shepards | 1/7/2007 |
Q: we had a GSD who was9 we live on 20 acres and have owned her since she was 6 wks old. she was ...
A: Garrison Keillor of A Prairie Home Companion wrote a thing about old dogs. He talked about how much ...
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| chicken | 1/7/2007 |
Q: any ideas as to why both my previous gsd [who had epi] and my present 1 who i've had for just over 2 ...
A: I really have no idea why feeding chicken cause yellow stools. I do know that sudden changes in ...
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| German shepherd agression | 1/6/2007 |
Q: I have a 14 month old german shepherd that has recently displayed unprovoked serious agression ...
A: Neutering him was a good first step, and may make a big difference, but only after a month or 2 as ...
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| Aggression yowards younger dog. | 1/6/2007 |
Q: Recently my 5 year lod gs has been attacking our 2 yr old male gs. Male losses bladder and feces. He ...
A: He is maturing and somehow she could find that threatening. Normally a male and female will get ...
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| German sheperds | 1/5/2007 |
Q: Do German Sheperds Shed their hair?
A: Yes, prolifically. I had to laugh. We once kept a Husky with a similar coat for a couple of ...
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| dragging whilst out walking | 1/4/2007 |
Q: up until last week his behavior has changed dramatically, he drags forward and disobedient, he is ...
A: The key to most behavior problems is approaching things using the dog's natural instincts. Dogs see ...
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| My german shepherd puppy is very shy. | 1/2/2007 |
Q: I hope you can answer my question. We bought a German Shepherd puppy (4 mo. old)at Christmas time, ...
A: Dogs are slower to accept new things after 12 weeks old. The best breeders either have the puppies ...
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| German Shepherd - Karma | 1/2/2007 |
Q: I have a 1 yr old GSD bitch who is 'highly strung' and very active and likes to 'rule the roost' at ...
A: That is kind of a tough problem. Shepherds are not as food motivated as many dogs. I am not sure ...
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| Female GSD/ Alpha? | 1/2/2007 |
Q: We have a two and a half yr old black sable female,as well as a 2 yr old black and tan male. They ...
A: In a wolf pack the wolves sort themselves out into seperate ranks of rthe males and females withthe ...
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| German Shepherd Ears | 1/2/2007 |
Q: I have a 7 month old Long Haired German Shepherd puppy who's ears will not stand. I have taped them ...
A: I have never seen any evidence one way or the other that the taping and gluing does any good. You ...
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| Ears | 1/2/2007 |
Q: My puppy is 8 weeks old and when we first got him at 6 weeks his ears where already standing up, my ...
A: I wouldn't worry about it. Many people work at taping or gluing the ears up. I have never seen any ...
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| german shepherd pup biting | 1/1/2007 |
Q: we have a 14 week old male gsd who continually bites and mouth grips causing pain and sometimes ...
A: Young Labs, which I know best, and other puppies tend to very bad about biting. You see a litter of ...
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| how long in hear | 12/30/2006 |
Q: How long is shepherd in heat
A: That just depends. The discharge only last 2-3 weeks. You should have her spayed just as soon a ...
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| Hip displaysia | 12/29/2006 |
Q: I have 2 questions. First, we found a german shepard and he is 9-12 months old. I hear alot about ...
A: Any additional damage from too rich of a diet and too fast of growth is already done. In all but ...
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| CONFUSED PLEASE HELP | 12/29/2006 |
Q: respected sir i was going to buy a 42days old german shepherd puppy yesterday but didnt buy because ...
A: What a dog is like depends on both its breeding and early socialization. Did you have a chance to ...
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| leash training | 12/29/2006 |
Q: Very helpful. But now I have another, what age is best to start leash training? I read somewhere ...
A: I start leash training the day I get the dog. When the paperwork is finished, I stand up, put the ...
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| German Shepherd agression | 12/29/2006 |
Q: I have an 11 week old male shepherd that I have haf in my possesion for a day. I also have a 1 year ...
A: Where was the Shepherd before you got it? Was it still with its litter? Dogs that are removed from ...
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| 5 year old Shepard beginning to destroy things | 12/28/2006 |
Q: I have a 5 year old, male, German Shepard, who has started destroying things. We came home from ...
A: It is very unusual for a 5 year old to start destroying things like that. It also seems unlikely to ...
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| Angulation | 12/28/2006 |
Q: I have a 10 month old GS puppy and am worried about his hind legs. Looking at him from the rear, ...
A: I don't like the sound of that at all. Have you talked to your vet about it? It may be too late to ...
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| size | 12/27/2006 |
Q: I recently bought a male german shepherd puppy and have had him for three weeks now. He had horrible ...
A: You may have your work cut out for you. At least feeding him is easy. Most dogs will thrive on ...
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| Flopping Ears | 12/26/2006 |
Q: What I saw was that you wrote calcium was good for the ears. Not that you said to give him calcium. ...
A: I don't know people feeding the Kirkland, but likely it is as good as anything. There is not much ...
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| Flopping Ears | 12/26/2006 |
Q: My German Shepherd is now 7 months old. Early on his as a pup his ears stood straight up. Then then ...
A: DO NOT GIVE A YOUNG SHEPHERD CAlCIUM. It wasn't in any of my answers you saw the suggestion of ...
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| 9 weeks old german shepard | 12/24/2006 |
Q: I have a 9 week old German shepherd and a 10 year old collie (large breed). The pup loves to bite on ...
A: That needs to be stopped now. When he grabs your pant leg, give him and ''Ut. ut, ut!'' and offer ...
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| Bonine for dogs | 12/21/2006 |
Q: I have a little 11 pound Yorkshire Terrier that vomits whenever we take him in the car. Can I give ...
A: I can't say. I think most foods and drugs that are safe for people, are safe for dogs, but some ...
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| feeding | 12/21/2006 |
Q: I just got two 4 month old german shepard husky mix puppies! i was wondering how much should i feed ...
A: If you know they were eating a dry commercial puppy chow before, the best thing might be the adult ...
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| abuse | 12/21/2006 |
Q: I was wondering what are the warning signs that a puppy has been abused, besides the obvious ...
A: The leash incident could just be abusive training methods. Other things to look for is hand shy, ...
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| on leash | 12/21/2006 |
Q: my dog is 11mths old he is a big gsd and usually very good except when walking on a lead and he he ...
A: I would suggest several things starting with taking over as top dog. The key to most behavior ...
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| 14 m.o. GSD One ear down for the last month | 12/21/2006 |
Q: I have a 14 month old GSD male whose left ear has been flopped down for about a month now. In ...
A: No, no, and no. Perhaps you stayed on puppy chow too long. It is counter intuitive, but too much ...
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| German Shepherd Ears | 12/20/2006 |
Q: I wasn't ready to have his ears taped, but didn't know if I should. I do want him to be strong & ...
A: How much information do the people saying use supplements have? I am only repeating what I have been ...
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| feeding our new puppy | 12/20/2006 |
Q: We just got a 9 week old GS puppy. We are continuing the Purina One Puppy chow that the breeder ...
A: In my standard advice to new puppy owners, I suggest sticking to what the breeder is feeding. ...
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| my shepards bloodline | 12/19/2006 |
Q: i have bought a german shepard from a breeder he is a very confident dog. he is 17 months old i got ...
A: I don't get into bloodlines too much. Do you mean the same dog keeps reappearing in the pedigree? ...
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| German Shepherd Ears | 12/19/2006 |
Q: I saw your answer to the person about their 8 month dog. My puppy is 10 weeks old, and both of his ...
A: Likely in the answer you are referring to, I was skeptical about how much good taping does. Yes, ...
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| training | 12/18/2006 |
Q: Our female shepherd, Brandy is 1 1/2 yrs old, was completely house broken. Recently, she has ...
A: This could be several things including a physical problem it would take the vet to find. It could ...
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| Agression in young German Shepard | 12/17/2006 |
Q: Labman; i have a 4 year old black shepard I have had since a pup...He came over from France, I ...
A: Once a dog is past 3, usually they are not a likely to challenge pack order. I am having a hard ...
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| when to get new GSD pup-already have a 8yr GSD | 12/16/2006 |
Q: and thanks for your time. My question is this- we have a GSD, 8yr old male, {who's nuetured}, and ...
A: Now may be as good as anytime. Don't subject him to a new puppy after he is old enough that ...
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| housebreaking problems | 12/16/2006 |
Q: We adopted our german shepherd when he was 6 weeks old. We were diligent with taking him outdoors ...
A: I don't understand what is happening, and may not be much help. It sounds like you have done ...
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| my gsd is weak | 12/16/2006 |
Q: i am jagadish.b i have a german shepard male he is around 8 months old and my main concern is he is ...
A: It is normal for young Shepherds to be thin and bony. If his ribs show very much, and he is eating ...
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| Potty Training our 14 week old German Shepherd Puppy | 12/15/2006 |
Q: My wife and I adopted a German Shepherd Puppy a few weeks ago and are having problems with potty ...
A: Much of housebreaking is not training the puppy, but making it easier for your puppy, you, and your ...
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| GSD Bite | 12/15/2006 |
Q: we have recently taken in a 12 month old stray GSD. Overall he is well behaved and is responding to ...
A: Many dog experts insist a dog and a child can never be left alone together. I am a little more ...
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| 8-month-old Shepherd's ear | 12/15/2006 |
Q: I have an 8-month-old Shepherd female whose left ear has flopped since I got her at 3 months. I've ...
A: It is rare for the ears not to eventually stand up themselves. Your post is one more piece of ...
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| going in the house | 12/14/2006 |
Q: I recently adopted a 2yr old GSD from a rescue group. We have had her less than a week and she is a ...
A: Settling in, being spayed, etc. may be part of the problem. Try to learn her schedule and when she ...
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| Dog food | 12/14/2006 |
Q: i want to ask that which dog food is the best for my germen shpherd pupp of 8 months , whut r u r ...
A: You read many conflicting claims about dog chow. Much of what you read comes from people selling ...
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| German Shepherds | 12/14/2006 |
Q: Greetings: For some reason - My German Shepard's Winter coat - is nowhere to be found. Her ...
A: What are you feeding her? Most dogs will thrive on most commercial chows. If most of her calories ...
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| types of shepherds | 12/13/2006 |
Q: My question is My shepherd had a straight back, walked tall, and some shepherds slink at the hind ...
A: I think I know what you are talking about. I think there is a name for the ones with the sloping ...
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| increasing agression | 12/13/2006 |
Q: I have a 10y.o. spayed Shep. mix. About 2 yrs ago, I brought a 10 month old Beagle mix into the home ...
A: The key to most behavior problems is approaching things using the dog's natural instincts. Dogs see ...
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| Heat Cycle | 12/13/2006 |
Q: When do German Shepherd Puppies Start their heat cycles?? My Puppy is 10 months old.
A: Anytime now. People that haven't learned enough about dogs to know the answer to that, need to have ...
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| german shepherd | 12/13/2006 |
Q: I have a one year old german shepherd (Cheyanne) and I just recently brought home a nineteen week ...
A: The key to most behavior problems is approaching things using the dog's natural instincts. Dogs see ...
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| Predicting Size of Puppies | 12/12/2006 |
Q: Is there any TRUE way to predict a puppy's adult size? I have read about doubling the weight at 4 ...
A: After 17 puppies since 1992, I should have a good idea if I had paid attention. I will say that he ...
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| feeding and weight issues and hinquaters .. | 12/12/2006 |
Q: i hav a 8 month old gsd pup , who is not interested in eating , whenever we give him somthing he ...
A: It is quite typical for young German Shepherds to be light eaters. As long as his ribs don't show ...
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| german shepherds | 12/12/2006 |
Q: I HAVE A GERMAN SHEPHERD THAT CONTINUES TO CHASE HIS TAIL,HE HAS ALREADY BROKEN THE END OF IT.I ...
A: Perhaps enriching his life would help, more time spent on walks or fetch. Look into such activities ...
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| Aggressive Behavior | 12/11/2006 |
Q: My German Shepherd is 14 mos old. He is very loving and obedient with the people he knows. However, ...
A: I see many such questions. I can only conclude many obedience classes are useless or worse. Dogs ...
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| aggressive behavior | 12/11/2006 |
Q: I adopted a Shepherd/Lab mix at the SPCA 4 weeks ago. She is really a great dog and will most of the ...
A: Young Labs, which I know best, and other puppies tend to very bad about biting. You see a litter of ...
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| becoming a breeder | 12/11/2006 |
Q: I am interested in becoming a breeder of German shepherds to have trained for police work. Can you ...
A: Breeding quality dogs of any type is a very tough challenge. It is also a very specialized area. ...
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| collars | 12/10/2006 |
Q: I have a 10 week old German Shepherd pup, and would like to know when a choke collar can be used. ...
A: Never before 4 months. What does a puppy need? A crate. It is only natural that a puppy resists ...
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| My German shepherd | 12/9/2006 |
Q: Why is my male German shepherd so hyper, I mean hes a trained cop dog i tell him to do commands he ...
A: Getting him fixed is no cure all, but it helps with many behavior problems. It also reduced his ...
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| Dog feeding | 12/9/2006 |
Q: Yeah, my German shepherd puppy got stuck at the Salt Lake City airport on his way to Omaha Nebraska ...
A: Many dogs will react to any sudden change of diet with digestive upsets. If so, it will be a mess ...
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| Keeping a German Shepherd happy when you're not home | 12/8/2006 |
Q: My family is about to bring a 9 month old completely trained German Shepherd into our home. My ...
A: The pet stores are full of toys that many dogs will quickly chew up into pieces they could choke on ...
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| german shepard ears | 12/7/2006 |
Q: our shepard/ collie mix 145pound male mated with a small 29 pound pit bull mix and had 3 cute ...
A: Nine weeks old is early, but within the wide normal range. Some don't come up until even 6 months. ...
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| ears always warm | 12/6/2006 |
Q: I RECUSED A GERMAN SHEPARD MIX PUPPY AND HE HAS ALL HIS SHOTS. I AM CONCERNED THAT HIS NOSE IS ...
A: How old is he? He should be going back to the vet for rabies and neutering at 4-6 months. I would ...
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| aggresion | 12/5/2006 |
Q: I have a wonderful 1 year old male German shepherd named dozer. I got him at 10 months old, his ...
A: Dogs see all the people and dogs in the household as a pack with each having their own rank in the ...
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| Timid Puppy | 12/4/2006 |
Q: Our family has just got a 4 month old doberman from a breeder with 12 years experiance. We have had ...
A: If you read Paffenberger, or the exerpts of his work that appear in most dog books, you will learn ...
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| Holding the lead & chasing vehicles | 11/29/2006 |
Q: I have a 6 month old german sheperd who insists on holding onto his lead every time I take him for a ...
A: It sounds to me like it is a dominance issue, and you have taken the 2 steps I would suggest. Both ...
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| Our new German Shepard Puppy | 11/28/2006 |
Q: My family and I just got a brand new German Shepard Puppy. He is 6 weeks today and well how long ...
A: Shepherds tend to be vocal. Much of housebreaking is how atentative you are. Much of ...
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| going in the house | 11/26/2006 |
Q: I have a 1 1/2 yr. old german shepard, we've had him for about 2mth. At first there were no problems ...
A: Several things could be happening. Fixing it could be as simple as making sure he moves around ...
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| Puppy Bites A lot | 11/22/2006 |
Q: I have a german shephard pup, and it bites the people he know, but with strangers it is very calm, ...
A: I have had puppies that seemed to take a day or 2 before they seemed to know you well enough to ...
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| I really need this answered!!!!!!!! | 11/9/2006 |
Q: "Hello! This is a receipt for a question you recently asked at allexperts.com of Dawn Spoolman. You ...
A: Go ahead and neuter him. With a mixed breed, no good reason not to have done it a year ago. It ...
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| 6 week old puppy | 11/4/2006 |
Q: ok everything you have said has been extremely helpful I just have a few more questions... the ...
A: I am talking about the carriers, metal or plastic enclosures specifically made for housing a dog. ...
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| 6 week old puppy | 11/4/2006 |
Q: I have a six week old German Shepherd puppy. First off my family is very excited to have her, i did ...
A: Shepherds don't bond to people very quickly. At 6 weeks, she is borderline too young to be away ...
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| weight gains | 11/3/2006 |
Q: My GS pup seems to be growing fast. She's 3 months and 19" tall. Are their any charts of expected ...
A: There may be, but I wouldn't set much store in them. They could be part of the get big fast ...
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| my dogs | 11/3/2006 |
Q: YOU MISUNDERSTOOD ME.. I HAVE 2 9MONTH OLD FEMALES, ONE IS IN HEAT. SHES ALWAYS GROWLING AT THE ...
A: Being in heat leads to all kinds of behavior problems. You may need to keep them separated until ...
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| german sheperds | 11/1/2006 |
Q: Are german sheperds usually agressive and is it easy or hard to train them, also do they make a ...
A: In a common breed such as the German Shepherds, there are many different lines with vast differences ...
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| my dogs | 10/30/2006 |
Q: i have two german shepards thet are sisters. one ,the bigger one wont let her sister eat or be ...
A: If you are keeping 2 intact females outside in a pen with little stimulation, expect trouble. Get ...
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| german shepherd | 10/30/2006 |
Q: what is the VERY BEST puppy and dog food (dry) for a shepherd? i think it needs to be loaded with ...
A: Suppose you knew a breeder that bred hundreds of dogs a year, mostly Labs, Shepherds, and Goldens. ...
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| bathing our german shepherd | 10/24/2006 |
Q: How many times should you bathe your German Shepherd? We just got a puppy that is 8 weeks old and I ...
A: If it has a urine like smell, it is puppy breath. No amount of bathing will relieve it. The smell ...
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| GSD Defense Drive ? Help! | 10/22/2006 |
Q: I am the proud owner of an 8.5 month old GSD. Achilles is a healthy 86 lb. West German working lines ...
A: This isn't an area I have that much experience in. I am not a big fan of letting a dog run loose. ...
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| GSD has intermittent diarrhoea | 10/22/2006 |
Q: We have a 8 month old female GSD, which suffered Gastro-Enteritis at 3 months of age. It was very ...
A: Cut out everything except the Pedigree, no rice, no minced chicken, and above all, no rawhide or ...
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| winning | 10/22/2006 |
Q: i just got a 8 week old puppy today he keeps whineing and wont go into kennal without having a fit ...
A: You may have a strong willed puppy needing a firm hand. Go ahead and force him into the crate. At ...
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| 5 month old white german shepherd only 20lbs. | 10/20/2006 |
Q: We rescued a White German Shepherd at 5 weeks old, July 2. Through then to August we thought she was ...
A: Huuuuuuuuuuum, My grandpuppy Augen was 20 pounds at 8 weeks. I see some all black German Shepherds, ...
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| general info | 10/19/2006 |
Q: was looking to buy a German shepherd. a friends friend is willing to sell a German shepherd which ...
A: Going with the 6 month old sounds good. I don't think a male or a female make much difference. ...
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| 7 month old German Shepard | 10/19/2006 |
Q: I'm trying to figure out if my 7 month old shepard has a bad temperment?Whenever i walk him and he ...
A: OK your BF is giving him signals he is top dog, and you aren't. The key to most behavior problems ...
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| 7 month old German Shepard | 10/19/2006 |
Q: I'm trying to figure out if my 7 month old shepard has a bad temperment?Whenever i walk him and he ...
A: It is hard to sort out true aggression and puppy play. Here is a link to a Shepherd I had enjoying ...
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| My german shepherd is too skinny and has Diarrhea all the time | 10/19/2006 |
Q: My german Shepherd is 1 year 4 months old, and he is too skinny. He has been having diarrhea for ...
A: I would try a second vet. My Aster went through that years ago when she was still a working dog ...
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| German Shepherds | 10/18/2006 |
Q: Do you know what is the best brand of dog food?
A: No. And I don't think many of the opinions you will read elsewhere have much to back them up. I am ...
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| Sudden death of German Shepherd pup | 10/17/2006 |
Q: My GSD pup was approx. 12 weeks old. I had taken him to the vet for his vaccinations, C5 which were ...
A: I am very sorry to hear that. There are some things that very seldom happen, but when they do, it ...
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| nibbling on my children | 10/16/2006 |
Q: I have a seven month old Greman Shepherd female, and for the most part, she is a very good family ...
A: So what happens when your children have a friend over, and your fierce, savage German Shepherd bites ...
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| Tearing up things and chewing | 10/13/2006 |
Q: Hi My dog trouble for some reason is chewing evrything up like our motorcycle helmets pool stuff ...
A: Many dogs are that way. Damaged possessions are the fault of whoever was watching the puppy. When ...
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| Housebreaking | 10/13/2006 |
Q: I'm at my wits end. I have a 6 year old femaile german shepherd and an 8 month old male german ...
A: Better a long question I can give an answer to than one I have to address several possibilities. 9 ...
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| Dog Behavior | 10/11/2006 |
Q: why my dog is skinny? and how can I let him to be afraid of me?
A: More details would help. Is it a young shepherd that isn't eating all the food you offer it? If it ...
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| my german shepherd's habit. | 10/9/2006 |
Q: I bought a german shepherd a few days ago.He is just a puppy and loves to overturn his water bowl ...
A: You could try a harder to tip over the bowl. You can buy ones with a stainless steel skirt that ...
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| Exercise and Feeding | 10/8/2006 |
Q: I have a six month old German Shepard/Husky mix. He's very active, very playful but he's kept on a ...
A: Some dogs are just more energetic than others. they are only a puppy once. Let him run and enjoy ...
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| house trained german shepherd | 10/8/2006 |
Q: My german shepherd is 4 years old and has been house trained since she was a pup. She has recently ...
A: Have you talked to the vet about it? It is highly unusual for a 4 year old to do something like ...
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| german shepherd scared behavior | 10/7/2006 |
Q: I have a 2 yr old female purebreed german shepherd. She is very scared when a dog is loose and ...
A: Dogs see all the people and dogs in the household as a pack with each having their own rank in the ...
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| 9 week puppy | 10/5/2006 |
Q: we purchased a german shepherd puppy after months and months of reseach and checking millions of ...
A: At that age, the puppy needs a very consistent message of no teeth on a human hand. Your husband ...
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| 8 month old super alpha and increasingly aggressive, to die | 9/26/2006 |
Q: Please, please help me decide the best thing to do. We got Zeus at 8-10 weeks old from the pound and ...
A: Having him neutered if not already and a good obedience program concentrating on you as top dog ...
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| German Shepherd Ears | 9/25/2006 |
Q: Does anyone know where I can purchase Ear forms from.Although i live in Illinois and have one of the ...
A: I am afraid I can't help on that. I also question how much good holding the ears up does. Nearly ...
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| feeding 9 month german shepard | 9/21/2006 |
Q: Is it okay to feed her once a day five cups in the morning. I just started two weeks ago doig this. ...
A: No problem any time after 6 months. Continuing even a large breed puppy chow can be a problem. ...
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| aggression to other dogs | 9/21/2006 |
Q: I have a beautiful 18month old male desexed german shepherd. He was raised with another dog, ...
A: The key to most behavior problems is approaching things using the dog's natural instincts. Dogs see ...
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| German Shephard having accidents in the house | 9/20/2006 |
Q: I have a female German Shephard that turn one in Feb. and I have had her for alittle over five ...
A: My next step would be a vet appointment. She could have picked up some sort of an infection while ...
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| weight issurs | 9/18/2006 |
Q: I have a white german shepher about 10-11 months, she is very hyper, My question is she eats ...
A: How badly do the ribs show? What does your vet say? Many young Shepherds won't eat enough to ...
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| Eating | 9/15/2006 |
Q: I just bought a older German Sheperd. She is a sweet loving dog. But we got her from the animal ...
A: I am not too surprised at your question. I don't expect all members of any breed to be alike, but ...
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| jumping the fence | 9/14/2006 |
Q: i have mixed breed dog he is about three years old. i have had him since birth. a couple of months ...
A: I think jumping the fence is a learned behavior. Now he knows he can, it may be very hard to stop. ...
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| Diggy holes | 9/14/2006 |
Q: My year old german sheperd bitch is digging holes in our new grass. What can we do to stop her? We ...
A: If you leave a young dog by itself all day in a fenced yard, you can expect it to dig holes. If it ...
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| Potty Training | 9/12/2006 |
Q: How can I train my german shephard to go potty outside? When I let her out she will go but it ...
A: The most important thing is to keep an eye on her and learn to recognize when she needs to go out. ...
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| German Shepherd size and coat | 9/9/2006 |
Q: I am inquiring about my 3.5 month old German Shepherd. He weighs about 30 pounds, and behaves and ...
A: It sounds like he is going to be small for a Shepherd. As for the coat, there are variations within ...
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| german shepard pup | 9/9/2006 |
Q: I have a 7 week old german shepard, I feed her 2 to 3 times a day.I have other dogs in my home and ...
A: How well do the other dogs eat? If they clean up their food fairly quickly, it will make it easier ...
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| my lazy germanshephard | 9/9/2006 |
Q: I have eight months germanshephard,he is very smart and good looking but a lazy dog .i want him to ...
A: Perhaps he didn't read the part about Shepherds' instinctive distrust of strangers. If he lacks ...
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| real age | 9/8/2006 |
Q: hi labman u just rescued a german shepard from the back yard of a empty house took him to the vet ...
A: In the past, there was no real way to tell. You can do DNA testing now. Likely it would be ...
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| New GSD to the family (already have one also) | 9/8/2006 |
Q: My girlfriend and I got an all black AKC-registered GSD when he was 8 weeks old. He is about to be ...
A: I tend to see dogs as individuals, and not peas in a pod for a given breed. I must admit it is much ...
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| Diarrhea | 9/6/2006 |
Q: I have an eight month old German Shepherd who gets Diarrhea at least every few days. He has been ...
A: You are sure he isn't managing to forage indigestible somewhere? The vets have ruled out colitis? ...
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| Potty training | 9/3/2006 |
Q: I am curious as to why it is so difficult to potty train my 4-1/2 old female german shepard. I have ...
A: It is plain that she just does not understand what is happening. It is even more puzzling because ...
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| hose training/lack of instinct | 9/3/2006 |
Q: Ok, so i have a GMS mixed dog. she seems to be a very sharp dog, but when it comes to house ...
A: Dogs that were forced to live in their own filth when young can be difficult to housebreak. You ...
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| 10 month old male | 9/1/2006 |
Q: We have a ten month old sheltie and we would to have him father at least one litter. He seems to be ...
A: Why? With the severe problem we have with excess dogs being slaughtered, what good reason do you ...
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| German Shepherd Pups | 9/1/2006 |
Q: Patt You seem to be very knowledgable about the German Shepherd breed. My brother just lost his dog ...
A: I am Labman, not Patt. I wouldn't trust her. I have seen a lot of her on another site. Much of ...
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| housebreaking and training | 9/1/2006 |
Q: please help..i have a shep puppy who is almost 5 months old. i thought i had him house broke he was ...
A: This sounds to me like a matter of status, not housebreaking. It is a little early, but I would ...
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| Alpha dog behaviour | 8/31/2006 |
Q: I have a 3 year old Shepherd, who is very well mannered and never had any problems with him. We ...
A: When adding a second dog, it is best not to get a second one of the same sex. Usually it isn't too ...
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| German Shepherds pricing | 8/30/2006 |
Q: We have a pure breed 3 yr. old female german shepherd black & red. Name: Assi Von Den Sluessen (we ...
A: I am afraid I can't help much. You might check the ads in the local paper or even Craig's list. ...
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| german shepard leg callus | 8/29/2006 |
Q: I HAVE A LONG HAIR BLONDE SHEPARD AND BOTH FRONT LEGS OR ELBOWS HAVE CALLUS ON THEM AND THEY GET HOT ...
A: If the calluses were causing pain, the dog will often lick them or give other attention. If the dog ...
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| growling | 8/26/2006 |
Q: Our family has aquird a Female German Shepard about one year ago. She will be two years old. The ...
A: I am adding this link Saturday morning since I came across it. It may help to show how unaccepting ...
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| Top Coat Shedding | 8/18/2006 |
Q: Our family German Shephard was shedding terribly while our children were on vacation. She was ...
A: It would be possible. Baths are not the best way to control fleas now. Get her on one of the ...
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| Agressive GSD bitch to other dogs. | 8/18/2006 |
Q: We adopted a 5 yr old GSD bitch a few months ago. She is wonderful with people. She was wonderfull ...
A: Spay her. Their seasons usually start with flaky behavior which can continue after the discharge ...
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| nervous shepherd | 8/14/2006 |
Q: my 20wk old,puppy barks at all other dogs,but if they bark back his fur gos on end he backs off with ...
A: It is common for a puppy at that age to go through a fear stage. Do not force things on to him. ...
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| Fence Jumping | 8/11/2006 |
Q: I have two dogs, a 3 year old black lab and a 7 month old German Shepherd. I have a 5 1/2 foot fence ...
A: There are people that might prescribe a regimen to keep the German shepherd from jumping the fence. ...
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| Breeding Female German Shepherds | 8/10/2006 |
Q: How often do females come into heat and when is the appropriate time to breed? I have been given ...
A: Are you aware of the problem of dogs being slaughtered for lack of homes? Quite often full blooded ...
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| very old GS mix | 8/9/2006 |
Q: my poor shepard was rescued 12 years ago from abuse,she is approx.13 years,she had just hed pups and ...
A: Fortunately my 12 year old Lab likes the vet. Been seeing a lot of him this year with good results ...
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| GSD and labrador shedding | 8/5/2006 |
Q: which breed sheds more. A labrador or a german shepherd. thanks Karrar
A: I would say the GSD, but Labs are terrible too. Take a look at the picture in this link, ...
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| German Shepherd- | 8/4/2006 |
Q: My german shepherd is about 2 1/2 years old. He is a great dog around our family and friends, ...
A: Is he neutered? If not, do so. It is no cure all, but helps many behavior problems. The key to ...
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| German Shepherd | 8/3/2006 |
Q: Sorry that I wasn't clear...she does live in a fenced yard...she digs her way from under the ...
A: I have my fence lined with flagstone. It was dirt cheap, but a lot of work hauling the rock from ...
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| German Shepherd | 8/2/2006 |
Q: My puppy is 10 months old. she doesn't like to stay in the yard...She gets out and roams all over ...
A: I am in a program that forbids letting the dog loose in an unfenced yard. As far as I know, if a ...
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| My Nervous German Shepherd | 8/2/2006 |
Q: Im sending this email in regards to my 8 months old's nervousness around people. I socialized him ...
A: It may be difficult to fix. How young was he when you started socializing him? It sounds like you ...
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| German Shepherd Puppy Feeding | 8/2/2006 |
Q: We are sorry, but Dawn Spoolman wasn't able to answer your--------------------------------------- I ...
A: What ever you switch to, make it an adult chow. Puppy chow is too rich leading to excessively fast ...
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| Help Hannibal learn not to get into things | 8/2/2006 |
Q: My three year old German Sheperd, Hannibal has severe behavior problems. He has always got into ...
A: A mousetrap is very effective in making a dog leave something alone. Most dogs will stay away from ...
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| german shepard rescue | 7/25/2006 |
Q: I am considering adopting a 2 year old male 90-95 pure bred german shepard. i received the ...
A: I would like to see the dog in a good home. There are so many variables, it is hard to say if yours ...
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| TRAINING | 7/25/2006 |
Q: How many hours of walking of running or excercise does a puppy german shepherd need?
A: As the puppy gets a little older, a 45 minute walk would be good. Several short walks are better ...
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| potty training | 7/3/2006 |
Q: we are trying to train our german shepherd to poop on a certain spot in her pin outside so she will ...
A: How big is the pen? She may feel it is so small there is no escaping her feces. Given a chance, ...
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| Feeding | 6/21/2006 |
Q: We bought a 4 week old puppy & we thought that was kind of young to be taken away from the momma- ...
A: You are right, no reputable breeder ever sells a puppy before 6 weeks and 7-8 weeks is much better. ...
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| names | 6/18/2006 |
Q: what is a good name for my 10 week old german shepard
A: The right name is important and can be tough to find. Many people favor German names for them. You ...
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| my dog it too skinny! | 6/16/2006 |
Q: Every time someone new meets my german shepherd they say, why is he so skinny? He's 2 1/2 and it ...
A: What does your vet say? Has the vet thoroughly checked for worms including tape worms? If the vet ...
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| eating bones | 6/15/2006 |
Q: Is it ok to let my German shepherd eat the bone from a T-bone steak? My wife heard from someone ...
A: This is a very contentious issue. My position is that dogs get along without bones just fine. Many ...
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| German Shepherd/Border Collie | 6/9/2006 |
Q: I rescued Mac from a shelter when he was a year old. I worked with him to get him crate trained ...
A: This is a difficult question. Have you discussed it with the vet? How long do you leave him in the ...
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| GSD way too thin eats well | 6/7/2006 |
Q: Sadie is a 3 yr old GSD and is soo very thin ribs are very visable and hr waist is tiny I mean too ...
A: It is common for young Shepherds to refuse to eat enough to avoid being on the bony side. Your ...
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| German Shepherd puppy's aggressive behavior | 6/7/2006 |
Q: We just got two pups- a German Shepherd girl and a Lab boy. They are currently 5 and 6 weeks ...
A: Get a good book and start obedience training the German Shepherd, and the Lab too. Keep sessions ...
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| Shedding | 6/4/2006 |
Q: I have a 2 year old German Shepard named Shiloh. Shiloh is shedding badlyl. My husband claims it is ...
A: Brush, brush, brush. I like a wire slicker brush in shedding season. Look at the brush in the ...
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| Vicious Puppy Behavior | 5/24/2006 |
Q: I have a three month old pure breed german shepard puppy that is vicious towards other dogs. Last ...
A: Spay is usually used with females. Common practice now is 6 months with the trend toward earlier. ...
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| 18 month old Female GSD not gone into heat | 5/24/2006 |
Q: My German Shepherd (Jenny) is 18 months old now. She has not gone into heat until now. Could there ...
A: Your vet can better answer those questions. Some females go through what is called silent heats ...
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| Buying a German Shepherd | 5/23/2006 |
Q: I would like to buy a German Shepherd for my family. I have one son which is 7 years old and and a ...
A: Disreguard everything else you heard from the source that said you must buy German. They have no ...
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| scared poor little pup | 5/23/2006 |
Q: I have one question regarding our 6 month old female GSD pup. We got her about two months ago but ...
A: Have you discussed those problems with the instructor in your class? Even if that is outside the ...
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| training | 5/22/2006 |
Q: My boyfriend and I have had a shepherd for 7 months now and it is potty trained but when he gets ...
A: This is a common problem. It is called submissive wetting. The key to most behavior problems is ...
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| feeding | 5/18/2006 |
Q: my german shepherd is 19 months old ,some morning she does not want to eat i usually feed her and ...
A: It could be you are feeding her more than she wants to eat. Young Shepherds are notorious for ...
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| ears | 5/15/2006 |
Q: I have a question regarding my beautiful German Shephard. She is 8 months old and one of her ears ...
A: If the adult chow has less calcium, her body make make better use of it. Calcium is important for ...
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| Shedding | 5/10/2006 |
Q: I have a 12 month old female and I'm having a hard time keeping up with the shedding. I brush her ...
A: Shedding is normal. If most of her calories are coming from any decent chow, chances are there ...
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| Minding me? | 5/9/2006 |
Q: My German Shepard is 4 months old and she loves to play but she can often get rough and bite and ...
A: The key to most behavior problems is approaching things using the dog's natural instincts. Dogs see ...
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| my dog | 5/7/2006 |
Q: i have agerman shepherd cross husky bitch aged 13mts, she is house trained but when i go out and ...
A: There is a fairly easy solution, a crate to be her den. The dog may be happier in its den than ...
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| Separation anxiety? | 5/6/2006 |
Q: We just adopted an unfixed 6 year old sheperd from a co-workers friends mom whom died last week from ...
A: Shepherds commonly bond quite strongly with their owners, and at 6 years old will not be quick to ...
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| vomiting | 5/3/2006 |
Q: We adopted a shepherd/retriever mix named Honey 7 weeks ago. She has been vomiting in the AM about ...
A: I wouldn't worry about the diminished appetite right away. Shepherds tend to be light eaters, and ...
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| German Shepherd puppy | 5/2/2006 |
Q: My puppy (well almost adult) is 11 months old and when we or our other dog don't pay attention to ...
A: Never give him any petting or other attention when he does it. Instead, hold your hand out upraised ...
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| picking a puppy | 4/25/2006 |
Q: I am trying to choose a successor to a German Shepherd guard dog we've had for 10 years. I want to ...
A: I have a friend that has a Golden that does a fine job of guarding. You have to remember, no matter ...
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| 18 month old gsd bitch called leia | 4/23/2006 |
Q: i have 2 things that i would really like 2 know. the first questions is why is my 18 mnth old ...
A: German Shepherds are born all black and slowly develop other colors. Usually it is complete at a ...
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| German Shepherd behavior | 4/12/2006 |
Q: I have a 18 month old purebred male German Shephard (Zeus) who is typically very well behaved and ...
A: Dog's personalities aren't mature until 3 years. As they mature, they take on more and more ...
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| aggression | 4/4/2006 |
Q: I have been training dogs for 30 years..I was going to get a Lab to train for a service dog for my ...
A: If you have been training dogs for 30 years, you should be familiar with all the top dog stuff. ...
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| danger | 4/4/2006 |
Q: We just adopted a sheperd mix from the Human socity. I do have an appointment with a vet in 2 days. ...
A: Well yes it is true, but no good reason not to keep it. Different members of a breed or breeds in a ...
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| Seeking Vet | 4/3/2006 |
Q: I have a 2 year old male German Shepherd and have just moved to Alpharetta, GA. He has skin ...
A: Finding a good vet is tough. I have no resources to help. You might try contacting your old vet ...
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| german shepherd | 4/1/2006 |
Q: My GS had acomplete ligament tear in her hind leg about 8 months ago.It has been operated on but ...
A: How old is she, and how completely is the injury healed? If she is well healed, and a fairly young ...
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| House training | 3/26/2006 |
Q: My shepherd girl is 10 weeks old and she comes outside with me to do wee's most of the time. About ...
A: Going out with her, using the command, and praising her are extremely important as you are doing. ...
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| feeding | 3/13/2006 |
Q: im having trouble with finding what to feed my dog besides his buiskits,he needs to put on some ...
A: What you need to do is get him on a dry dog chow. Switching to an adult formula at 4 months will ...
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| Dog vomiting | 3/3/2006 |
Q: We have a dog, she is a mixed breed-mostly German Shepherd, just over a year old. Lately she has ...
A: Some dogs seem to do that. My friend had a Lab that threw up if he ate a stick. If you are leaving ...
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| Training | 2/23/2006 |
Q: I have a older lab mix (9 years) and a young (1 year) lab/sheperd. The 2 dogs get along great, they ...
A: One of the things you need to do is to anticipate the problem. Don't wait until the puppy has its ...
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| house breaking | 2/17/2006 |
Q: i just got a german shepard puppy she's 10 weeks old.i am disabled and have trouble walking up and ...
A: This is a tough one. Shepherds may be quicker than some other breeds to develop bladder capacity. ...
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| training | 2/16/2006 |
Q: Can you train a dog not to turn on its owner?
A: If you have the right relationship with your dog, it is unthinkable for it to turn on you. Much of ...
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| dog new to new home | 2/2/2006 |
Q: I just got this new german shepard today. She is 2 years old. I recieved her free from a friend. She ...
A: German Shepherds are prone to bond very well to their owners and are slow to accept others. Talk to ...
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| Training Obedience | 1/23/2006 |
Q: From Beginners classes for puppies how long does it take to obtain a Title and what is the first ...
A: Nobody knows everything. You can know how to train a dog without knowing how long it takes others. ...
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| stopping puppy leaping at other dogs | 1/20/2006 |
Q: 10 month old german shepherd Puppy whom I've had since he was about 4 months old. We live in a ...
A: You must obedience train him. If you can't attend a class, work out of a book. Having a good pack ...
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| aggression | 1/9/2006 |
Q: how can i train her to stop aggrression toward other animals dogs! cats squirrels
A: Having a good pack structure reduces such problems. The dogs see all the people and dogs in the ...
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| train dog | 12/19/2005 |
Q: how can i train my dog not to pee all over the house,and also how often should a baby puppy be fed ...
A: From 6 weeks to 4 months puppies need 3 meals a day. After 6 months you can cut back to one meal a ...
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| feeding | 12/18/2005 |
Q: We have nine month old puppy German Sheperd who we are feeding on Purina Beta Puppy/Junior. Would we ...
A: No. Next time you are low on the puppy chow, pick up a bag of the adult version of the same thing, ...
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| Behavioral Change | 11/28/2005 |
Q: This is a really odd question but almost overnight, my 6 year old shepard mix has become terrified ...
A: At 6 years her personality should be mature and stable. Your pregnancy will affect her, but I don't ...
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| Dog tries to kill cats | 10/22/2005 |
Q: I am very concerned. I have just recently adopted a German Shepherd mix from the local SPCA. His ...
A: Experts here have a number of buttons to click on for each question. Perhaps I should have clicked ...
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| taking care of an 8 week old german sheperd puppy | 10/21/2005 |
Q: how do i ensure that the puppy gets the nutrition it needs? and at what ratio of food do i need to ...
A: Much of what you read about dog nutrition is complete nonsense, solving the problems of the 50's. ...
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| Shepard Training | 9/28/2005 |
Q: I recently bought a pure bred German Shepard dog, I wanted one for the purpose of being a guard ...
A: The best thing is to socialize him normally. Protect him from strangers when young, and he could ...
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| German Sheperd Ears | 9/28/2005 |
Q: I have a male German Sheperd that just turned 1 yr. old on Sept. 20,2005. His left ear does not stay ...
A: Could be a behavior thing. It is amazing how much control they have over their ears. Not sure what ...
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| Puppy | 9/26/2005 |
Q: I am getting my 8 weeks old GSD tomorrow and I am just excited as it's my first time raising him and ...
A: The female could be too old to enjoy puppy biting games. You can try them together. Allow the Pug ...
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| german shepard (most likely mixed with lab) | 8/22/2005 |
Q: We got our puppy from the humane society and know she has shepard in her due to her markings. We ...
A: Yes, switch to adult chow now. An overly rich diet can lead to too fast of growth and contribute to ...
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| Digging holes | 8/20/2005 |
Q: I have 2 puppy german sheperds (brother & sister) They love digging holes in the yard.I fill the ...
A: I would much rather live with holes in my yard that stick the dogs head in the water. Not even sure ...
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| collars and leashes. | 8/9/2005 |
Q: I have two german sheperds ( brothers) they are 14 months old. One loves to walk on a leash. The ...
A: This is not an easy problem to solve. At 14 months, he may only get worse. It is too late for good ...
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| feeding | 8/7/2005 |
Q: mydogis 4 months old every time i feed him his stools are loose i have triedall recomended foods any ...
A: A German Shepherd or any other healthy 4 month old should have firm, well formed stools. Most do if ...
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| grown,fixed male shep. urinating in home | 3/31/2005 |
Q: Our 21 mth. old male who was fixed as a pup will not stop urinating in the house. Very intelligent, ...
A: Having a good pack structure reduces such problems. The dogs see all the people and dogs in the ...
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| training | 3/24/2005 |
Q: ! I need to know how to keep my 6 month old sheperd from digging holes in my backyard and tearing ...
A: Maybe some dogs can be trained not to dig holes and shred everything, but I don't know how to train ...
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| HOUSE BREAKING AND FEEDING | 2/28/2005 |
Q: MY <a href="http://websearch01.mcclient.com/search.php?s=german+sheperds+&rnd=qagbgq" ...
A: I am going to paste in some general material covering what I think you need. 1 1/2 months is the ...
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| take a chance? | 2/20/2005 |
Q: Your Called Labman, probably because you raise Labs? But, I will take a chance as with all 3 experts ...
A: Usually we use the term stud or dog, stallions is more for horses. You look for a male that has ...
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| pottie training | 2/16/2005 |
Q: About a year ago I found a german sheperd while at work. After days of asking around no one laid ...
A: I am sure part of this relates to her past, along with being bonded to you, and perhaps not being ...
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| Raising German Sheperds | 2/14/2005 |
Q: I will be getting a female puppy on April 1. She will be 8wks. old. I have two 8 yr. old cats. I ...
A: Ideally these unplanned breeding wouldn't happen, but they do so easily. Thank you for taking one ...
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| German Shepherds | 1/30/2005 |
Q: What are some different types of German Shepherds and how tall are they? How active are the puppies ...
A: A couple of variations of German Shepherds are the long haired ones, and the silver, the ones that ...
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| Obedience | 1/16/2005 |
Q: How can I Train my dog's to know there names and train them how to do tricks?
A: Start out teaching them basic obedience. they will know their names, and you may learn enough to ...
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| New baby and a German Sheperd. | 1/4/2005 |
Q: FOr two years now she has been the baby but we are expecting a baby in june. I was wondering how to ...
A: It is difficult to know exactly what goes on in those furry little heads. I don't know of any ...
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| New Pup | 12/19/2004 |
Q: Hey I wanted to know about my new puppy which is a German Shepherd and he is 10 weeks old. We also ...
A: My 3 rules of dog care are crate, crate, and crate. Still some people have different personal ...
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| dogs meeting kittens | 11/28/2004 |
Q: I'd asked you a question last week about our chow/german shepherd & her apparent unwillingness to ...
A: You can send it to asklabman@yahoo.com. I don't have Quick Time working on this computer at this ...
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| My German Shepherd | 11/27/2004 |
Q: I have a 7mth old german shepherd pup who continues to chew on my rug and walls. How do I stop him ...
A: At 7 months the males are maturing and often very full of themselves. It is best to neuter all but ...
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| our dog & a new kitten | 11/22/2004 |
Q: we have a 5 year old well-loved chow/shepherd cross dog named Bandit. She was an only 'child' till ...
A: I have good answers to many problems, but not this one. I have known people that bragged that they ...
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| puppy | 10/13/2004 |
Q: I WAS GIVEN A PUREBRED SHEPHERD PUPPY, IT WAS THE RUNT AND THE BREEDER WAS GOING TO PUT IT DOWN, I ...
A: Good for you. If you weren't given any health records with her, try to get them. With or without ...
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| training the puppy? | 10/12/2004 |
Q: I just purchased a puppy of a lifetime. Now, I need to know how to stop the chewing? How do I go ...
A: There are too many poorly bred Shepherds out there. There are many fine dogs too. I hope you did ...
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| Housebreaking and training | 10/3/2004 |
Q: Labman, I am looking into getting a German Shepard, the problem is, that the dog in question is ...
A: Most dogs respond best to the same positive methods. They are all wolves at heart and respond to ...
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| right day to breed my bitch | 9/19/2004 |
Q: I am new at starting to maybe breed. I would like to know the right day or days to breed my girl to ...
A: The best time to breed is 9-14 days after the first discharge. At that time, she should stand to be ...
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