If you have ever wanted a dog that is a great family friendly pet, the German shepherd could be the one for you. There are many breeds that are good depending on what you want it for. The German shepherd is a dog that is extremely versatile and can be used in many instances. This is one of the top dogs used in K-9 units and other police type position. They are also a great guard dog and if you have a good clean line they can be used in dog shows as well. If you want a snuggly pet for your kids this is a still a great option. When it comes the breed there is a lot that you may not know like the different types that you can choose from. They each have specific types of temperament, activity levels and even looks.
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American German Shepherd Show Dog: The top of the list when it comes to a German shepherd is the American Show Line. They are the dogs that you will want to get if you have an interest in showing the dog at a dog show. They are a beautiful rendition of the German shepherd and they are the ones that have what a judge would look for in the breed. The great thing about this line is that they are large but the temperament is more relaxed. They don’t have a huge activity level which makes them ideal when going to a dog show. They also are a great dog for training because they want to please the owner. They are great teaching obedience which also makes them well suited for a home. They are not often used in law enforcement aspects because they are not as strong as some of the other types.
West German Working Line German Shepherd Dog: The next type of German shepherd on the list is in the working class. This type has some great characteristics both physically and regarding their temperament. This was one of the types that were bred to get a specific and beautiful look to a German Shepherd. They also are more likely to be used for protection. They have a good temperament but they have a large amount of energy and want to be working. If you want to have this type as a pet it is best to have an active family that gets out and about. After some good exercise they are great to lay around the house and enjoy some down time as well.
Czech German Shepherd Working Dog: If you are looking to have the standard German shepherd that looks exactly like what you might picture this is not for you. If you want a more unique looking German shepherd then the Czech Working line is the one you can get. They often are bred to have dark coats even as dark as black! This type of dog is one that is great for patrolling and security and has been used in the Czech armed forces.
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