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Why a Germanshepherd?

Things you may not know about this spectacular dog breed

                  One day while at home Kadofi my dog and I were just chilling in the house. As we were taking our daily nap I was awaken by my boy Kadofi. He started barking really loudly and I was not aware of what he was barking for.   I rolled out of bed to see what was going on. He instantly bolted to the backdoor and continued to bark. So in my head I was thinking he had to use the bathroom so I opened the door and he flew out.  So I then tried to go back to sleep but Kadofi continued to bark even louder and angrier. I went to go see what the big commotion was outside and as I walked outside I was shocked in what I had just seen. There it was my sister laying face flat on the ground with Kadofi beside her barking loudly. I ran as quick as I can to see what was going on while yelling as loud as I can to get my father’s attention to come out and help me.  My Dad ran out and help my sister come back conscious  and I called the ambulance.  My sister was good, thank God. That  had to be one of the most scariest moments of my life.

                 If it weren’t for Kadofi's intelligence lord knows what would have happen to my sister that day. Now Let me tell you about weren’t this four legged hero.  Kadofi Is a full bred germanshepherd. We had bought him from a local farm in Virginia when he was just a puppy.  My family had been searching for a dog that would be a great fit for our family, and that's when we came across the germanshepherd breed.  The AKC Standard says the German Shepherd "has a distinct personality marked by direct and fearless, but not hostile, expression, self-confidence, and a certain aloofness that does not lend itself to immediate and indiscriminate friendships. The dog must be approachable, quietly standing its ground and showing confidence and willingness to meet overtures without itself making them." These dogs are really smart and you can train them to do almost anything. These dogs require a lot of love and attention as well. You do not want a bored germanshepherd roaming around your house. These dogs have a high drive, which means the dog is highly active both mentally and physically.

                 German Shepherds are so intelligent and capable. I hate to see them chosen by owners who just want a dog to hang around the house and yard. German Shepherds thrive when you find interesting things for them to do that challenge their minds. Bored German Shepherds, especially when young, can become rambunctious and destructive. Most German Shepherds have protective instincts toward strangers. They need a lot of exposure to friendly people so they learn to recognize the normal behaviors of "good guys." Then they can recognize the difference when someone really does act abnormally. Without good socialization, a German Shepherd may be suspicious of everyone.