Dog · FCI Group 1: Sheepdogs & Cattle Dogs

German Shepherd Dog

Also: German Shepherd, Alsatian, GSD Large, 25–40 kg Lifespan 9–13 years Needs AC in summer
German Shepherd Dog
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Friendly with kidsVery good
Other petsGood
Approach to strangersTerritorial
Energy levelVery high
Food habit & dietQuality large-breed food in 2 meals. Avoid exercise straight after eating (bloat risk).
Suitable climate · UAE noteStruggles in heat. Requires indoor AC from May to October; walk only before 7 am or after sunset.
Heat tolerance 2/5
OriginGermany
Average lifespan9–13 years
Origin & historyStandardised by Max von Stephanitz in Germany in 1899 as an all-purpose working dog; widely used by police and security services.
Grooming & careHigh: dense double coat sheds heavily. Brush often and never shave it, as the coat also shields from sun.

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