23 Pros and Cons of Owning a German Shepherd

This breed has a certain level of dignity that many other breeds don’t possess, which means you’ll have to work for their friendship. Though it may take them longer to bond and make new friends than other dogs, once that friendship is forged, they make extremely loyal companions. These dogs are one of the most intelligent dog breeds, which makes them excel at any job their owner chooses. They are also quite sensitive and hate being left alone, so if you spend much of your time away from home and can’t take your dog with you, a German shepherd is not the right dog for you. The Good Handsome, natural-looking, athletic; Thrives on challenging activities and exercise; Loyal to his own family; Looks imposing and has a reputation that bad guys don't want to fool with, so makes an effective deterrent; Highly intelligent and versatile – can learn almost anything. The Bad Can be hard to find one with a family-oriented temperament and a decent chance of staying healthy; Needs plenty of exercise and interesting things to do; Needs careful socialization; Destructiveness when bored or not exercised enough; Potential aggression toward other animals; Constant shedding – 365 days a year;