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How to Buy a German Shepherd Puppy

When you buy a German Shepherd puppy, you're taking on a massive commitment. You will be responsible for the health, training, and Einen deutschen schäferhund kaufen mental stability of your dog for a number of years.

Pet stores and online resources typically sell puppies from puppy mills who place profit over animal well-being. Pick a reputable breeder.

Choosing a Reputable Breeder

Before you purchase a German Shepherd pup, it's important to get to know the breeder. Breeders who are responsible will be delighted to share details about their dogs and breeding practices. Breeders will be happy to share information about their dogs as well as practices with you.

Your local German Shepherd organization or club is the best place to begin. Breed clubs typically have a secretary, or puppy officer, who can guide you to breeders who are reputable. Alternatively, you can contact your state animal control agency for an inventory of licensed breeders.

Take the time to meet a breeder's representative in person once you've found one that meets your breed standards. Find a clean and tidy facility where the mother and pups are comfortably confined. It is important to inquire about the parents and siblings of the puppy. You want to be aware if they've been screened for any hereditary conditions such as hip dysplasia and eye problems.

A responsible breeder will be capable of providing you with copies of your puppy's medical records and a current shot schedule. They should have a good relationship with a veterinarian who is able to perform all the necessary tests and vaccinations. They will be able to give you the name of the veterinarian and phone number, and deutschen schäferhund Kaufen also provide you with consultation notes.

It's also an excellent idea to inquire with the breeder whether they have any concerns regarding your lifestyle or living circumstances that might stop them from selling you an animal. For instance when they know that you have children, they may be hesitant to sell you a puppy due to the fact that german shepherd kaufen Shepherds can be aggressive with children.

You should also expect an established breeder to ask you to sign a contract to purchase your German Shepherd puppy. This contract should include the names of the parents and their AKC registration numbers as along with a return-to-breeder clause. This is a great way for responsible breeders to keep track of their dogs and ensure they are placed in good homes.

Health Tests

Reputable breeders conduct health checks on the dogs that form part of their breeding selection. This is to make sure that they don't produce puppies that have an inherited condition. These tests include hip and elbow dysplasia, myelopathy degenerative and GDV (also called bloat).

Breeders who are reputable strive to know the temperaments and health status of every dog they have. They also are able to freely and completely share this information with other breeders as well as prospective buyers.

The Kennel Club's Assured Breeder Scheme requires members to perform certain tests on their dogs. Breed clubs for German Shepherds also suggest that breeders perform additional tests.

These tests are designed to identify genetic diseases that affect all German Shepherd Dogs. These tests also help breeders make better decisions about mating that will reduce the incidences of hereditary diseases in the future generations.

The most common genetic tests are:

Hip Dysplasia

The elbow dysplasia and the hip are common problems in German Shepherds and sufferers from the condition in their front limbs. These joint conditions that cause degeneration cause discomfort and pain, however, Schäferhund kaufen welpe they can be controlled with weight control, activity limitations, supplements and drugs. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals receives the X-rays with sedation to ensure that the results are accurate.

The OFA test is designed to detect the presence of hemivertebras, butterfly vertebras, block vertebra, lumbar sacral transitional vertebrae (LSTV), spondylosis and spina bifida. The test is not impervious and cannot predict whether a dog's condition will be degenerative myelopathy.

Socialization

GSDs require a lot of physical exercise, training, and mental stimulation to keep active. They are prone to becoming bored and inactivity can lead to destructive behavior such as excessive digging or eating shoes. These behaviors are often due to unmet emotional requirements. Early socialization is important for German Shepherd pups. A good socialization program helps the puppy build confidence with new people and situations. It also reduces the risk that the puppy will develop fearful or aggressive in unfamiliar situations.

The mother and her littermates play together and interact with one another. This teaches them how to get along with their boisterous and sometimes rough siblings. It also exposes the pups to a variety of smells, sights, and sounds. The puppies are taught to behave in a group. This is vital to their success as adults.

Introduce the puppy to a variety of household sounds, such as vacuum cleaners, kitchen appliances and doorbells. The puppy should also be exposed different outdoor sounds such as sirens, traffic and construction. This is very important to ensure that the puppy does not become scared or anxious of these stimuli as an adult. The puppy should be exposed to all of this at a comfortable pace and positive reinforcements will be used throughout the process.

During this time, it is crucial that the puppy gets to meet many different people and pets. This will help reduce separation anxiety when the owner is away from home. An excellent example is when the dog is taken to puppy classes and dog parks or play dates with other dogs.

The puppy should be able to interact with the other dogs in a controlled well-controlled manner. The interactions should be tempered initially so that the puppy doesn't become overwhelmed. The puppy should also be able to interact with calmer, older, doggies who are friendly. This will help the puppy to realize that not all larger, older dogs are scary and it will aid in developing a good temperament.

Training

German Shepherds require consistent, firm obedience training. It is essential to enroll them in classes early enough particularly when they are still young. This will help them develop into confident, well-mannered dogs. It's also a great time to introduce them to basic commands, such as sit, down and stay. The earlier a dog is taught these basic behaviors the more simple it will be for them to follow your directions as they grow older.

Territorial aggression can be a problem for many families with German Shepherds. They may be extremely cautious of their home and property which could lead to them barking at people or animals who enter their territory. Training, exercise and socialization can prevent territorial behavior.

Obedience training will aid in preventing other behavioral problems in German Shepherds. Dogs that are not properly trained could cause annoyance to their family and friends. They are easily distracted by other animals, toys or children and ignore basic commands like "sit" or "down."

During their puppy years, it's important to continue to keep your German Shepherds in contact with new people places, sights, and sounds. This is especially important before the puppy turns 16 weeks old as their brains are undergoing a critical phase of development. If your German Shepherd is a quiet puppy, they will likely find new experiences much more challenging in adulthood and will be more prone to anxiety-based aggression and fear.

One thing that many pet owners don't know is that a German Shepherd needs lots of mental as well as physical exercise to stay calm and content. German Shepherds are herders by nature, and they are driven to please their owners as well as work. If they don't exercise enough, they may become bored or destructive. Regular exercise also tones muscles, decreases "cabin fever," improves circulation and aids in weight loss. It's the perfect way to connect with your German Shepherd, too!