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The German Shepherd or Wolfhound is a breed of dog that is believed to have originated through the domestication of the wolf. Consideration takes into account similarities in overall appearance. The specialized literature mentions the use of this dog from ancient times by German shepherds, the breed showing great variability in terms of morphological features from one region to another, adapting to climate and climatic conditions or changing its waist, speed of movement for areas of plains, or having a larger waist for those of mountain origin. It was found that there were numerous matings between sheepdogs and wolves, the offspring being domesticated and used for guarding. In the 1880s the Germans modified this breed to serve as a military dog.
Towards the end of the 18th century, the same non-uniformity of the biological material was observed until the 1899 exhibition in Karlsruhe, where the "German Shepherd Association" was established. The initiators and promoters of this association were A. Meyer, a cavalry captain, and Max von Stephanitz, who was also elected the first president of the newly established forum.
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in the grand tapestry of nature few
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creatures command as much respect as the
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wolf now imagine harnessing the wolf's
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instincts in a domesticated dog that's
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the German Shepherd for you this breed
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Majestic and intelligent is believed to
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be a direct descendant of the wild wolf
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their shared ancestry is evident in the
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physical attributes they both possess
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from the sturdy build to the Keen
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alertness in their gaze German Shepherds
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carry with them the undeniable Mark of
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their wolf
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ancestors the theory of wolf
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domestication leading to the birth of
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the German Shepherd breed is not a new
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one it's a Tale As Old As Time ancient
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German Shepherds the humankind noticed
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the remarkable resemblance between their
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sheep dogs and the wolves that roamed
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the Wilderness this sparked an idea
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leading to numerous intentional matings
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between the sheep dogs and wolves The
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Offspring were domesticated and used for
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guarding thus marking the Genesis of the
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German Shepherd breed the Striking
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similarities between the German Shepherd
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and the Wolf go beyond just physical
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appearance just like their wolf
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ancestors German Shepherds also exhibit
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a high level of intelligence agility and
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a strong protective Instinct these
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characteristics coupled with their
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ability to adapt to different climates
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and conditions made them ideal for a
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variety of roles from herding sheep to
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serving in the military but what truly
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sets them apart
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is their uncanny ability to form deep
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bonds with their human
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companions just as wolves are fiercely
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loyal to their pack German Shepherds are
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unwavering in their loyalty to their
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human families this combined with their
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natural protective Instinct makes them
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not just reliable guardians but also
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devoted companions the German Shepherd
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is a breed that truly encapsulates the
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raw strength and Instinct of the wolf
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Polished by centuries of domestic
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ication their lineage is a testament to
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The Incredible Journey from Wild
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Predator to Loyal companion in essence
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when you look into the eyes of a German
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Shepherd you're gazing back at a legacy
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that traces its lineage to the ancient
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wolves let's turn back the clock to the
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late 1800s where our Story begins in
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Germany in the Rolling Hills and
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expansive Plains the German Shepherd was
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not just a dog it was an essential
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companion for the Shepherds tending
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their flocks but this breed didn't just
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magically appear it was a result of a
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careful Evolution adapting to the
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varying climates and regions of the
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country from the cold harsh Winters in
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the North to the warm arid summers in
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the South the German Shepherd evolved
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developing a variety of morphological
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features in the plains they were Swift
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and agile perfect for herding sheep and
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keeping Predators at Bay in the
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mountains they grew larger sturdy enough
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to endure the rugged terrain and harsh
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weather conditions
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but the story gets even more fascinating
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the history of the German Shepherd is
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intertwined with that of the wolf itself
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it's believed that numerous
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crossbreeding occurred between sheep
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dogs and wolves The Offspring of these
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unions were domesticated and trained for
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guarding purposes this might explain the
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German Shepherd's Keen instincts high
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intelligence and unparalleled loyalty in
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the 1880s the Germans saw the potential
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in these dogs Beyond just shepherding
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they began modifying the breed training
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them to serve as military dogs these
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dogs were not just loyal companions they
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were Dependable soldiers serving
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alongside their human counterparts in
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the harshest of conditions as we move
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towards the end of the 18th century a
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significant event takes place despite
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the non-uniformity of the breed a
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collective effort was made to preserve
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and promote it the year was 1899 the
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place a dog exhibition in Carl's ruer
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here the German Shepherd dog Association
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was established thanks to the efforts of
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a meire a Cavalry captain and Max Fon
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stefanits who was also elected the first
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president of this newly formed
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organization and thus the German
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Shepherd as we know it today started to
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take
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shape a breed born out of necessity
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honed by the harsh realities of Nature
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and nurtured by the hands of humans the
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German Shepherd is a testament to
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adaptability and survival
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a breed shaped by nature and nurtured by
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humans fast forward to the end of the
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18th century a time of change for the
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German Shepherd the breed once marked by
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a non-uniformity of biological material
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was on the verge of a
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transformation in the heart of Germany
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in the city of carru the Year 1899
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brought a significant shift this was the
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year the German Shepherd dog Association
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was founded this organization was the
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brainchild of two determined men a Meer
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a Cavalry captain and Max von stefanits
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these individuals were not only the
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initiators but also the promoters of
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this association their ultimate goal to
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standardize and promote the German
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Shepherd breed bringing uniformity to
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its morphological features Max von
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stefanits elected the first president of
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this newly established Forum was
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particularly instrumental in shaping the
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German Shepherd as we know it today with
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his Keen Eye for canine traits and his
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unwavering dedication stephanitz guided
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the breed towards uniformity and purpose
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during this time the breed was carefully
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modified to serve as a military dog the
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Germans known for their precision and
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efficiency wanted a dog that was both
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physically robust and intelligent they
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desired a breed that could adapt to
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different climates and conditions
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whether it was the plains or the
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mountains and so through seleced
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breeding and careful training the German
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Shepherd was honed into a versatile and
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reliable military dog the breed's robust
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Constitution strong bones and
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well-defined physical and psychological
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personality were all traits that were
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painstakingly cultivated during this
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time the German Shepherd was no longer
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just a shepherd's companion but also a
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soldier's comrade a role that it
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performed with remarkable dedication and
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efficiency through the tireless efforts
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of meire stephanitz and countless others
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this once diverse breed was unified and
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given a distinct identity thus the
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German Shepherd as we know it today was
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born a breed marked by uniformity and
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purpose now let's bring our journey to
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the present day where the German
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Shepherd has found a place in homes and
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hearts worldwide today's German
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Shepherds are primarily used for
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guarding and protection a testament to
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their Roots their robust Constitution
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strong bones and well- defined physical
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and psychologic iCal personality make
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them ideal for these roles they have a
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large head proportionate to their body
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slightly elongated towards the snout but
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not sharp their forehead is Broad
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slightly convex with a soft stop the
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muzzle is powerful with lips that close
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correctly the Jaws are robust with
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massive teeth that close in a scissor
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bite almond shaped eyes of medium size
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slightly oblique giving a lively and
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intelligent expression the ears are
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moderately developed carried vertically
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with relatively sharp tips and are
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highly mobile their body is long with a
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slightly highlighted Withers a
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relatively straight back and loins the
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ribs are well arched long and oblique
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with short flanks the cou is long
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slightly oblique well clothed in muscle
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the limbs are straight parallel with
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strong bones proportionate to the body's
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development one of the most striking
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features of a German Shepherd is their
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attachment to their owner they are
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docile loyal to the point of death they
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are easy to train as their greatest joy
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is to please their owner they are calm
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and approachable understanding and
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trusting of their owner they quickly
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adapt to unforeseen situations their
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training requires firmness from the
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owner but they do not tolerate harsh or
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brutal treatment they are an elegant
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companion who will accompany you
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everywhere with Grace they are
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emotionally balanced very agile Swift
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and have reactions typical of protection
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and guard dogs their coat can be long
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short or medium and rough the color is
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extremely varied with a wide range
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accepted including black or black with a
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characteristic design Brown Shades red
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yellow iron gray Ash Gray Lupine or even
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white whether it's their Fierce loyalty
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agile nature or sharp intellect there's
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a reason why the German Shepherd
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continues to be one of the most
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sought-after breeds in the world from
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the Wilds of ancient Europe to the homes
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of modern families the German Shepherd's
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journey is a tale of evolution
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adaptation and
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companionship this exceptional breed of
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dog has seen its fair share of changes
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over the centuries adapting to its
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environment and serving various roles
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from Shepherd dogs to military canines
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born from the wild wolves the German
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Shepherd has been domesticated Through
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the Ages its inherent traits molded to
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serve human needs this breed has shown
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immense versatility adjusting its
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physical characteristics to suit the
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climate and terrain from Plains to
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mountains these dogs have adapted their
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waist and speed of movement proving
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their resilience and flexibility in the
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late 18th century the breed was still
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non-uniform varying greatly in physical
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traits from one region to another it was
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not until the landmark exhibition in
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Carl's Ru in 1899 that the German
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Shepherd was standardized
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the establishment of the German Shepherd
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dog Association by a Meyer and Max von
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stefanits marked a significant moment in
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the breed's history their work in
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promoting the breed led to the German
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Shepherd's recognition and
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standardization Paving the way for its
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Global popularity today the German
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Shepherd is renowned for its robust
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Constitution strong bones and
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well-defined physical and psychological
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personality its wide fored strong Jaws
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Armen shaped eyes and mobile ears are
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all part of its distinctive and handsome
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appearance this breed's physical prowess
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is matched by its mental acuity making
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it an excellent choice for various roles
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from guard dogs to service dogs but the
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German Shepherd is more than just a
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breed it's a testament to the enduring
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bond between humans and canines the
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breed's docile character loyalty to its
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owner agility and protective instincts
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make it a beloved companion to many when
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you own a German Shepherd you're not
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just owning a dog you're becoming a part
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of a rich history that intertwines the
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wild instincts of the wolf with the
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domestication of man's best
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friend
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