German Shepherd Puppy Training Manual

Breed profile

Training group

Herding and cattle dogs

Origin

The German Shepherd originated in Germany, first for herding and later for working and service roles.

Shoulder height

55–65 cm

Weight

22–40 kg

Coat

Double coat

Coat care

Build voluntary acceptance of brushing, coat checks, airflow and dryer noise, alongside calm handling of paws, ears and the whole growing body.

Drive keywords

Cooperation with people · Guarding · Endurance

Handling practice

Condition double-coat brushing, coat checks, airflow and dryer noise in small voluntary steps before the dog's body becomes much larger. · Practise calm paw, toe-space, ear and whole-body checks, plus cooperative standing and repositioning without physical wrestling.

General reference ranges only; individual dogs vary considerably.