8 Reasons Most People Can't Handle a German Shepherd Dog

In this video, we talk about 8 Reasons Most People Can't Handle a German Shepherd Dog.

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To Be Clear: German Shepherd Dogs are renowned for their intelligence, loyalty, and versatility. They excel in various roles, from police and military work to therapy and assistance tasks. However, despite their many admirable qualities, German Shepherds aren't the ideal fit for every individual or family. Here are eight reasons most people cannot handle a German Shepherd dog.

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[micheleroyalty]

I have owned GSD for 25 years. I have always been the leader, provided training, socialization and exercise. I love the breed and give my time to make sure I am a good leader. It isn’t difficult, it takes my time, attention and love. All dogs need a leader. My dogs don’t chase other dogs, cats, children, etc. I trained them to obey me. I am now 76, have a 2 year old male. I did train him personally and hired a professional. It was costly, but I use positive reenforcement and buy dogs from an excellent breeder. I get them at 8 weeks, chipped, and with early vaccines. He is very healthy, happy and protects me and my home.

[joeychick]

So easy to train and are wonderful with the family. Especially kids. Just the best dogs in the world

[TomConklin]

My GSD was my best friend. I’d take him with me on road trips throughout the SW. he’d sit in the backseat of my pickup looking out the rear window. I kept it open enough for him to look out. I’d be going down the interstate and horns would honk behind me. Especially female drivers. Couldn’t figure it out until one day I watched in the rear view…Steiner was watching and women would wave at him…he actually flirted with them! He’d cock his head from side to side and make those GSD faces…I laughed so hard I almost wrecked. Einstein passed a few years ago…I miss him every day…❤

[ashleygaerke]

I have 2 GSD’s. One is 4 and our newest addition is 14 weeks. They require lots of work and love but so worth it. I love my boys. They are so loving and loyal just awesome dogs. 🐶 ❤

[StephenDurnan-qi]

MY GSD puppy is the most high energy, high reactivity and high prey drive dog I've ever owned. And I grew up with GSD's in the 70's.
For me, getting her to play nice with the cats was the most important training.
For the last year the cats have followed her around when I take her for walks.
They LOVE her

Everyone that sees this thinks it's great.

[MrsSoapPeddlersHomestead]

I thought I had made a mistake getting our gs puppy. He has been a challenge for sure learned he was trying to dominate me. I researched many training techniques and taught myself how to earn his respect and obedience. It's all about spending time training everyday. They thrive on our direction and love. I now have a bond with Gunner like no other!

[WolfMage]

My GSD, Goddess Freya, is my first pure breed, we have had GSD mixes in the past. GSD or GSD mixes are the very best in my book. They excel in everything, plus are super affectionate. LOVE them till the end of time - ❤

[beasport]

I'm glad that there are videos out there like this one. Too often, I run into people that got a husky or GSD or some other breed that requires a knowledgeable owner providing leadership, exercise, mental stimulation etc. and by the time they are 1 to 3, I find out for many reasons including aggression and reactivity that they turned them into a rescue, or now on some farm. Or the husky that people leave in a crate all day while they go to work. These kind of videos help educate people BEFORE they choose any breed. in the end, the dog suffers especially when people pick breeds for their "looks" or they seem them on TV series, or they like the idea of having a GSD (like owning a porsche).

[erikamoore]

German Shepherds are the best dogs in the world. But they are NOT for everyone. The #1 reason why some people can't handle a German Shepherd: they are smarter than most people!

[chavruta]

People forget to mention their sensitivity and gentleness with children and small animals.

[Lee-yylr]

With their intelligence, they are easily handled with training and love. As with any dog it is how they are raised.

[Soaringeagle]

You better lead your GSD and they must feel protected in your company.

[blueberrypie]

I work two jobs, and I'm in school. I think the key is, still make time for them in your day, and give them some doggie friends. That's what I do with my GSD ❤❤❤

[LisaMicntosh]

My German shepherd he right be side me in same set I'm setting in all morning he been wanted me to love on him. I love my German shepherd dog..me and him is so bonded we so close.

[fuzzywzhe]

I am getting the opportunity to take care of a GSD in a month for 2 weeks. I'm looking forward to it. I used to do dog fostering for Samoyeds and Huskies. My cousins had GSDs, and I'm a good trainer, they recently received the dog. I think I'll do well. I just adore dogs. I hope the dog is happy with me! I'm nice!!!

[PatrickJDaley]

I have had 5 GSD'S. Wonderful breed. They are a full time job. But if you can do it, it is so rewarding to have such an awesome friend! Gunner is 9 and slowing down. I would love to have a 6th one but age and health are now my concern. Life would really suck without a GSD.

[alextaylor]

I get up at 5am everyday. My gsd loves it cause she’s a morning dog lol.

[gordonlawrence]

In my experience for a GSD to thrive it needs 2 sniff walks a day, one in a big area where you run the legs off them and a further half hour of play round the house EG hiding things or yourself. An extra long sniff walk at the weekend is also good. I used to take mine to some dog friendly woods that were half an hour away by car or down by the river which was ten minutes to get into the countryside. If you do it right the dog will just want to sleep on you while you relax watching a film etc. I used to get mine well and truly conked out by about 8pm.

[marcinnawrocki]

I had GSD, she was very protective of her pack (family). Her favorite encounters were with cats or small dogs. She loved chasing them, but if cat or dog stopped running, she sat and patiently waited for chase to resume. And all dogs/cats from our apartments building were her friends and were always protected (but sometimes chased).

[truecynic]

My current GSD is 18 months old. Yes, he can be challenging at times but he is perfectly socialized and does NOT have a mean bone in his body. I made mistakes during his puppy months and so, sometimes he seems cautious around me. For the previous month, I've been back on track and aside from looking for other dogs to play with, he's just great!!! I refuse to use a prong or ecollar or choke collar - he has a flat collar and harnesses. For jumping and nipping which I wish he'd stop, I just starting using the "air compressed pet corrector" which gives off a loud hiss ( like Cesar Milan). It seems to be REALLY effective so we're on to something really excellent for the "worst" behaviour ( when he gets really excited, he jumps and "nips" people - he's TOO big for this so I have to put an end to it - and until I watched Will Atherton ( A FANTASTIC trainer in the UK and on YouTube) I didn't know how "corrector" also follow many of Will Atherton's training advice - well worth it if you have a GSD and you need 'support!!"