German Shepherd Dog
Canis lupus familiaris
✨ Fun Fact
German Shepherds were the first guide dogs for the blind and starred in 27 Hollywood films.
A large, intelligent, and versatile working dog renowned for loyalty, courage, and trainability. German Shepherds serve as police dogs, guide dogs, and devoted family protectors worldwide.
🏷️ Breed
German Shepherd Dog
💭 Temperament
Loyal, courageous, confident, smart, steady
📏 Size
Large (23-41 kg)
⏳ Lifespan
9-13 years
🎨 Colors
Black and tan, black, sable, bi-color
🌍 Origin
Germany, 1899
🏠 Habitat
Domestic — needs space and regular exercise
🍽️ Diet
High-protein commercial dog food; lean meats and vegetables
✓ FCI Group
Group 1
✓ FCI Section
Sheepdogs
✓ FCI Number
166