FAQ

The German Shepherd is not a low-shedding breed; it sheds year-round and heavily during seasonal changes due to its thick double coat.

You should bathe a German Shepherd every four to six weeks to help manage shedding and maintain coat health.

German Shepherds are not among the least-shedding dogs; they shed heavily year-round, especially in spring and fall due to their double coats.

German Shepherds should be bathed every four to six weeks to help loosen and reduce excess shedding while maintaining coat and skin health.

German Shepherds are loyal, intelligent, and protective, making them excellent family dogs when trained and socialized properly.

The main cause of death in German Shepherds is typically degenerative myelopathy, cancer, or hip dysplasia-related complications.

German Shepherds typically begin to calm down between the ages of 2 to 3 years as they mature and their energy levels stabilize.

You can't completely stop a German Shepherd from shedding, but regular grooming, proper nutrition, and routine bathing can significantly reduce it.

German Shepherds shed a moderate to heavy amount year-round, with the most intense shedding during spring and fall. Their double coat releases fur daily and even more during seasonal changes.

Guarding behavior in dogs typically begins between 6 to 12 months of age as their protective instincts develop and they mature socially.