German Shepherd

K-9 unit breed

A German Shepherd is a large breed of dog developed in Germany, known for intelligence, strength, and trainability.

German Shepherds serve widely as police dogs, military dogs, and guide dogs for the blind.

They have pointed ears, a thick double coat typically tan and black, and a loyal, protective temperament: Our German Shepherd follows the kids everywhere.

breed

Alsatian

Canine breed from Deutschland

breeder · sable · black and tan · bicolor · long coat · puppy · litter · AKC · conformation · breed standard

working

K9

Police or military dog

detection dog · guard dog · patrol dog · IPO · tracking · apprehension · narcotics · explosives · cadaver dog · service dog

training

obedience

Compliance with authority

commands · handler · leash · heel · recall · retrieve · engagement · drive · focus · correction

temperament

loyal

Firm in allegiance

vigilant · watchful · courageous · confident · steady · obedient · trainable · intelligent · alert · bonded

herding

flock

Animals gathered together

grazing · gathering · HGH · drover

Categories
Opposites
dog size and physicality

German ShepherdChihuahua

Northern Mexican state and capital

Pomeranian · Yorkshire Terrier · Maltese · teacup dog · lapdog

temperament and demeanor

German ShepherdGolden Retriever

Affable blond sporting breed

Labrador Retriever · Bloodhound · Beagle · Irish Setter · Bernese Mountain Dog

breed origin and cultural association

German ShepherdFrench Bulldog

Stocky bat-eared breed

English Bulldog · Pekingese · Shiba Inu · Akita · Poodle

Family

shepherd, Germany, German, sheepdog, shepherded, shepherding, shepherdess, sheepherder

Familiarity
Top 50,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G