You love German Shepherds.
Don\'t buy a German Shepherd without reading those chapters.
Two must-read chapters concern how to select a breeder and common health problems experienced by the breed.
To assist in selecting your first German Shepherd, Morford compares and contrasts American versus German bloodlines; male versus female: a puppy versus an adult dog; various coat types and colors; and breeder versus rescue adoption.
In the second chapter, Morford examines the time, money, energy-level, and lifestyle required to meet the Needs of a German Shepherd so that both the dog and its human companion aren\'t miserable because of a failure to provide proper food, shelter, exercise, and companionship.
Morford kicks off with a fascinating history of the breed--thoroughly explaining how a dog that was originally bred to herd sheep morphed into a drug and cadaver discovery working dog; a service and therapy dog to the blind, deaf, and disabled; protective family pet, military dog or police patrol partner.
It was created to familiarize you with the German\'s Shepherd\'s background, main characteristics, dominant traits, and health concerns; with tips on selection and care.
This book is not intended as a training guide.
Amy Morford created the The German Shepherd Big Book to help you figure out if a German Shepherd is a good pet for your individual Needs as well as determining if you can meet the demanding emotional and physical requirements of the breed.
Who can blame you for wanting a German Shepherd as your lifelong best friend and protector? Not so fast While it\'s true that the German Shepherd is a popular, highly valued and desirable canine companion; the breed, much like all breeds, is not a perfect fit for Every person, setting, lifestyle or family situation.
They are great family dogs exhibiting fierce loyalty, impressive good looks, intelligence, courage, and a highly protective nature.
You love German Shepherds
