Dog care help!!-German sheperd?

Question

I just bought a german sheperd puppy-Can any one tell me the basics of taking care of it how much food does it need? Do we have to make it have a bath everyday.. How can I train it? Please help!!!

Answer 1

you should know all of this already before buying a dog.
puppies need to be fed at least 3 times a day, they also need to be vaccinated every 2 weeks until 3months of age, then at 6 months and then annually. Their skin is sensitive so try not to bath her/him often, I'd say once every two-three weeks. Definitely not every day.

Please consult your vet, they'll give you a information pack that tells you everything you need to know about owning a dog, the necessary vaccinations they need along w fleas, ticks, worms and heartworm preventative treatment. Your vet will probably have a puppy pre-school where they teach you how to train them and also signs to look out for if your dog is sick. Hope this helps.

Answer 2

Go to the library or bookstore and buy a book on puppy care and training.Go to the vet with your puppy and ask for advice! You should never purchase or adopt an animal that you know nothing about! As for food,ask at the pet store what they recommend as a good puppy food( I would recommend Diamond,Eagle Pak,Canidae,etc.) Look on the bag for feeding instructions;they usually go by weight and age of said puppy.Feed the puppy 3 times a day,and NO,a dog doesn't need a bath everyday,once a month is fine.If the puppy smells,or gets messy,wipe it down with baby wipes and brush it well.And,don't forget the puppy's shots,worming,heartworm preventative,flea treatment,and to train it,enroll it in a puppy kindergarten obedience class,and go from there.Read all you can,and ask other dog owners for advice.This is the only way you're going to learn,you just can't guess with a living thing!

Answer 3

take him to obediance school/classes, young puppys need to be fed at least 3 times a day, bathe at least once a week or when ever he smells , get a good vet to answer any ?s

http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/germanshepherd.htm and heres some more info:Breed Group: Herding
Weight: 75-95 lbs
Height: male: 24-26, female: 22-24 inches
Color(s): most colors, other than white, are permissible.
Coat: The German Shepherd is a double coat breed. The outer coat is harsh, straight, and thick. The under coat is dense and soft. The coat comes in a variety of colors such as black and tan, black and cream, black and silver, solid black, and sable. The German Shepherd comes in three varieties: rough coat, long hair, and long rough coat. This breed is a continuous shedder with seasonal heavy shedding.
Overview: This breed was developed in the 19th century by Max Von Stephanitz who is considered to be the father of the German Shepherd. Revered for their versatility as companion and for their dedication to work, this breed has the distinction of being the first dog ever used as a guide for the blind. Today the German Shepherd is one of the most popular breeds in the world.
Character: The German Shepherd is a breed of classic beauty and possesses superior intelligence. They are highly adaptable, energetic, curious, strong, and dependable. This breed displays a magnificent appearance and is extremely agile with great stamina and endurance.
Temperament: A member of the herding group, the German Shepherd is fearless, bold, hard working, and alert. They are esteemed for their loyalty, deep devotion, and courage. This breed thrives on human interaction from their family and does not like to be left alone for extended periods of time. German Shepherds are exceptionally wary of strangers. They will most generally get along with other household pets they have been raised with. This breed will attempt to perform the task of herding on anything and everything that moves. The German Shepherd is not recommended for the novice, apathetic, or sedentary owner.
Care: This breed requires daily brushing to minimize loose hair. Bathing should only be done when absolutely necessary using a mild shampoo to preserve the integrity of the coat. German Shepherds are prone to such health issues as blood disorders, elbow and hip dysplasia, epilepsy, flea allergies, digestive problems, and chronic eczema.
Training: The German Shepherd requires early intensive and extensive socialization and obedience training. They will not respond to harsh or heavy-handed methods. This breed is obedient and quick to learn. Training must be done with respect, firmness, fairness, reward, and consistency. They are exceptionally talented in tracking, schutzhund, agility, obedience, fly-ball, and ring sport. The German Shepherd is often used in police work, search and rescue, as a guide for the blind, and military work.
Activity: This breed is happiest when given a job to do. They require strenuous exercise and enjoy securely leashed walks, family play sessions, and a large safely fenced area to romp and run freely in. The German Shepherd will do okay in an apartment or condominium dwelling provided they are given sufficient exercise, stimulation, and attention.
Ownership: If you are looking for German Shepherd puppies for sale from reputable German Shepherd breeders or to adopt a German Shepherd from a German Shepherd rescue then make sure you understand as much about the dog breeds you are interested in as you can. Every puppy breed is different.

Answer 4

short hair is good for a few people, others, not. it depends what u look like

Answer 5

he/she needs to be fed 4 times a day. when we first got out puppy we fed him cerelac (funny i knw!) and pieces of bread in milk. after he had grown a bit we gave him meaty bites (puppy dog biscuits) soaked in water so they're soft. make sure they get plenty of water! you do not bath him/her everyday! this is bad, especially for german shepherds! too much bathing can make them lose their shine. once a month is mine. at the beginning, german shepherd puppies need a lot of attention! you need to start toilet training them early. if he/she is in a dog house, you should place newspapers there so they can get into a habit of using it. if they are outside, teach them to use the grass. command trainings (such as sit, stay) should be done early as well. use sausage pieces to treat them. one way to do this is by holding a piece of food in ur hand and putting it above the dogs head. they will automatically sit. teach them it means sit and treat them.

the easiest thing to do is get a german shepherd book (we used to have one, so they do exist!) and ask your local spca if they have obedience classes.

also once they start teething, you should buy him/her a bone for him to chew on or else they will chew on u!

hope this is helpful

Answer 6

WELL IF IS JUST A BABY YOUR NOT SUPPOSE TO GIVE THEM A BATH THAT OFTEN AT LEAST 1S A MONTH AND FEED HIM 2 TO 3 TIMES A DAY BUT DON'T LET HIM/HER GET FULL BECAUSE THAT'S BAD FOR THEM YOU WILL BE OK AND WHEN HE POOPS JUST TELL HIM.HER NO NO NO BAD DOG AND JUST TAKE HIM/HER WERE EVER YOU WANT THEM TO POOP THAT'S HOW MY DOG LEARN KNOW HI WAIT'S UNTIL WE TAKE HIM OUT SIDE TO POOP I HAVE A MALTESE AND HE IS A REALLY SMART DOG
GOOD LUCK

Answer 7

I prefer hair that will is shoulder length or longer, As well as since that men who like females are more often then not right, they like long hair because it looks more feminine, as most guys have short hair.

Answer 8

Dogs are a pain in the butt lol

Answer 9

what were you thinking