All About German Shepherd Breeding
The German Shepherd is one of the most valued dog breeds, not only as a working dog, but also as a pet. His docile character and sense of obedience, among other qualities, have led many to venture into breeding the German Shepherd. If it is something that you are considering, we give you some advice.
Rules and principles to keep in mind about the breeding of the German Shepherd
- Do not look for puppies for breeding. Many who do not know how to proceed, choose the option of ordering two German Shepherd puppies in order to mate them later. The problem that arises with this procedure is that certain physical defects are not noticed in the puppies that could later be transferred to their offspring. It is best to have two adult dogs with a pure pedigree and known to be ‘perfect’.
- The pedigree, in fact, is one of the most important factors to take into account, since it will determine if the dog’s personality is the usual one : brave, persevering, brave, intelligent and loyal.
- Although man’s ambition has led to mass breeding, this is not a good idea, especially for the German Shepherd. Due to their personality and qualities, they need to be raised in a calm and free environment, otherwise they could become surly and even aggressive.
- Listening to the advice of those in the know is a good idea. When a person starts out in the world of breeding, they can make common mistakes, especially by not being guided by the experts. One of the ways in which you can be successful is by following these tips that we are quoting you, but it is also beneficial to listen to a vet or other breeders.
- The purity of the blood will allow you to breed pure dogs. That is, even with pedigree, it could be that the previous third and fourth generations were not 100% German Shepherd, or that they had some defect that could be transmitted to future generations.
And also…
- Food is very important for puppies to develop with exquisite qualities. Genetics play a part, but aftercare plays a key role in German Shepherd breeding.
- An unnatural environment could spoil everything else. Dogs need to run and feel free to unleash their intelligence, courage, and other abilities. Caged them could even make them sick or make them weak and insecure dogs.
- Remember that the quality of dogs will not be measured solely by physical appearance, although this is also an important point, since it will be the first thing that attracts the attention of a potential adopter. However, what will determine their worth will be their skills and qualities, which will be reinforced by the reputation of the generations before them.
How to raise a German Shepherd
The German shepherd stands out for his nobility and obedience, but that does not mean that certain precepts should not be taken into account when educating him. This dog, due to its size, will need certain guidelines that you must instill in it from a young age.
Socialize it
It is vital for German Shepherds that they feel integrated in a group, that is, in a family. They need to feel the affection of other people and other animals. If this does not happen, his character could become aggressive.
Positive reinforcement
Despite his nobility, the German Shepherd knows he is a powerful dog and can feel like one if he doesn’t ‘blow off his steam’, so to speak. It is for this reason that we must teach him who is in charge from the first moment and avoid dominant attitudes with us and with other dogs.
Be careful with food
Although it is a physically strong and healthy dog, its stomach is sensitive and delicate, which is why we must take extreme care of its diet. A quality feed and control of the calories consumed is vital for good development.
The German shepherd is one of the best animals that you can have as a pet, and you see that you just have to follow a few simple tips to raise it correctly.
