Anybody would let you know that a German shepherd is a good dog to own. They are faithful, intelligent and can risk their life to save their owner. However, do note that not just any person can own a German shepherd. A German shepherd requires an owner who will expend time in training and in play.

German shepherds are tall dogs (22-26 inches) that need training to be tractable. They can also bite in a manner that few breeds can! It's no wonder they are utilised as protection dogs and police dogs.

But don't give up on owning a German shepherd simply because they can be a handful. Some individual qualities can displace the dog breed qualities. This canine can follow instructions to the letter so it's worthwhile to train him.