If you have a German Shepherd...?

Question

Would you like it to be a male or female? Would you consider to buy 2 dogs to breed them?

Answer 1

I've had the breed my whole life. I've had both males and females. I like them both for different reasons. I currently have an 11 year old male. He is truly an amazing dog.
Would I consider breeding them? No. I don't like the American bred dogs and the dogs of Euro bloodlines are already getting pumped out all over the place. There are more GSDs in this world than we know what to do with. I'd be a helluva lot more responsible about breeding these dogs than most of the people producing them, but we don't need another person breeding. I am also biased, I was the president of a GSD rescue group.

Answer 2

Proper socialization as a puppy is one of the two key factors which determines what a dog's temperament will be as an adult. Genetics is the other. They go hand-in-hand; a dog with certain genetics cannot be trained to be stable and friendly, and by the same token the genetics most fit for training are meaningless if the dog is not well-socialized as a puppy. The "ideal" German Shepherd should be alert and fearless in defense of its den and pack, but loving and non-aggressive within the home environment.
breeding german shepherds might be a little expensive, since
as is common of many large breeds, German Shepherds are susceptible to elbow and hip dysplasia. So-called "ethical breeders" work very hard to breed these traits out of their dogs, so that the dog may enjoy a pain-free life and stay suited for work situations. These breeders typically require that their puppies' hips and elbows be x-rayed, and the x-rays approved and certified by the OFA when the puppy is fully-grown (age 2), in order for the puppy to be allowed to be bred. Other health problems sometimes occurring in the breed are von Willebrand's disease, skin allergies and canine degenerative myelopathy. German Shepherds, like all large bodied dogs, are also prone to bloat. They have an average lifespan of 10-12 years.

Answer 3

With German Shepherds, it's difficult to get two and train them because they'll focus on each other instead of you. I'd get one, wait 5 years, then get the other of opposite sex. I prefer females, but it's hard to get a female that performs as well as a male, so I've started with a male this time (my last GSD died two years ago). Breeding isn't what it used to be and the expense of doing it correct is great. Consider the cost of a quality dog to begin with but then also all it takes to proove that dog breedworthy. Then hips & elbows etc have to come out acceptable along with some other tests. And then how do you know if you buy a mate, it that mate is the one that will improve the breed or make perfect puppies? Woe is those who have medical complications when she whelps. Then there's whoever ends up with the puppies and how you must guarantee them and how to stick up to your end of it. It's all really much of wishfull thinking or worry or moreso a drain on the pocketbook to attempt breeding. It's much more fun to get the german shepherd and find out what it's good at then compete or trial that dog in something just to have good plain fun with it and brag. I get them fixed when they are mature and use my money for good nutrition rather than breeding - german shepherds need that.

Answer 4

Male, of course. I have one male German Shepherd. Don't EVER breed this kind of dog if you're not ready with the responsibilities! Keep in mind that these are large dogs that need a lot of exercise, training, etc. Plus, there are a lot of dogs out there that need homes. So I don't recommend you to breed them.

Only one German Shepherd is a LOT of work, I tell you.

Answer 5

My family's had shepherds for as long as any of us can remember. We're currently on "Shep the 11th." Female Shepherd tend to be a little submissive; whereas the males are a bit more outgoing. As a breed, they're fairly docile. I wouldn't breed them, but only because there are so many other dogs out there who need to be adopted already.

Answer 6

No, i would not breed them. there are enough dogs out there who don't have homes and have to live crappy lives in shelters where they have no owners to love them.

and for a german shepherd I would rather it be female.

Answer 7

I have a white female who is my constant shadow. I adopted her from the
Animal Shelter in my town. Will not ever breed one, nor will I buy any unless it would be to save their life, I always adopt.

Answer 8

I have had both,my current shepherd is a female,spayed of course.No,I would not breed them,as thousands of GSDs die in shelters every year.