The original purpose for the German Shepherd was to herd sheep and cattle. These dogs are dedicated and determined workers. Shepherd's are a very versatile breed and have numerous jobs. Many receive training as seeing-eye dogs, guard dogs, search and rescue, police work and others. They are famous in movies and television. A well-known dog to all of us is the famous Rin-Tin-Tin.
Instructions
Appearance
1. Look at the ears, face and coat color. German Shepherds have erect ears, sloped back and long back scissor-like muzzle. Shepherds are recognizable in a variety of colors. The most common color pattern is the black and tan saddle color. The other colors are white, red, sable and blue.
2. Consider the size. The height of the male German Shepherd standing is 24 to 26 inches. The female is slightly smaller, standing 22 to 24 inches.
3. Weigh the dog. The weight of the German Shepherd is about 77 to 85 pounds.
Temperment
4. Learn about the dog. Some are used as sniffing dogs in police investigations for detecting bombs, cadaver, narcotics, mines, accelerates and explosives.
5. Make certain that the dog is not hostile. Shepherds are typically loyal and dedicated. Shepherd's are a great family dog, and love children.
6. Make sure the dog is not tired. Shepherds are energetic, vigorous or laid-back. Shepherd's are curious, beautiful and have great strength to almost any task. They protect the ones they love.
Watch Movies and Television
7. Look at Rin-Tin-Tin shows. Rin-Tin-Tin is Hollywood's top stars during the 20's and 30's. He received as many as 10,000 fan mail daily.
8. Find live-action popular television series starring, the Littlest Hobo,a German Shepherd. This series aired in 1980's.
9. Look for Koton, which is a German Shepherd, stared as Jerry Lee. He was a police dog, in a 1989 movie, K-9.
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