For many people, German Shepherd dogs are all one big whole. For those in the know, however (and now that’s you), there are two key differences. Some dogs come from what we call ‘working lines, and others are ‘show line’ German Shepherds. Today we dive into the intricacies of an American Show Line German Shepherd, …
Stacy Reed
Some dogs are more body-contact orientated than others. They like to lay on us, paw at us, and stay by our sides. For many people, there’s a limit, and that might be licking your nose! What drives this strange behavior, and why? Is it a way of showing love, or is something else going on? …
You bought a dog, not a cat—so why is Fido acting more like Garfield? Is there something wrong? Are they bored or cold? Or is this perfectly normal behavior for your dog? There are many reasons why you may see cat-like behavior in a canine. They may be emulating feline family members, they could be …
Because domestic dogs retain some “den” instinct, a crate or secure overnight location like a puppy pen can be a handy tool for a dog’s first nights with you. It allows them a small, safe space they can learn to trust as their home. Crates can also help with naptime and toilet training, and give …
German Shepherds are well known for their large, triangular, and frankly adorable ears. As dogs primarily communicate through body language, the position of your dog’s ears can tell you a lot about what they’re thinking and feeling. It’s always worth paying attention to. They are also tied to your dog’s personality. Plus, it’s fun! Unless …
German Shepherds can be barky dogs. In fact, they’re known to bark an awful lot! Of course, it’s unreasonable to expect any dog always to be quiet. They are animals, not machines, and must be given room to express themselves healthily. If, however, the barking is getting out of hand, we’ll give you some things …