Introduction to the German Shepherd Dog

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The German Shepherd dog is best known for its confidence and intelligence. The breed was developed from farm and herding dogs in 1899 in Germany, and first brought to the AKC in 1907. German Shepherds quickly became one of the most loved dog breeds by families around the globe, and remains at the top of the list for the most popular dog breeds.

AKC Breed Standards for the German Shepherd Dog:

The GSD should present as a muscular thick bodied dog with a sleek look from head to toe. The pose is different from most show dogs (parallel front and back feet), the GSD stands with one hind leg firmly under the body with the other slightly in back... at the ready.