DogHealth.me » German http://www.doghealth.me Your Ultimate Dog Health Resource Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:49:59 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0.1 Bad Breeders and what happens to the puppies German Shepherd http://www.doghealth.me/dog-hip-dysplasia/bad-breeders-and-what-happens-to-the-puppies-german-shepherd http://www.doghealth.me/dog-hip-dysplasia/bad-breeders-and-what-happens-to-the-puppies-german-shepherd#comments Wed, 02 Dec 2009 05:04:59 +0000 admin http://www.doghealth.me/dog-hip-dysplasia/bad-breeders-and-what-happens-to-the-puppies-german-shepherd This is what happens when well known breeders, decide to breed 2 dogs with major defects in their pedigree to make a little extra money on the aside and discount the price by using their reputation to lure their prey. Jack was a true long coat with no undercoat,had deformed testicles, floating rib, spinal mal formation, hip dysplasia and elbow dysplasia. We were told he was a completely normal and healthy german shepherd short hair. He was a joy for the entire 8 months we had him, and the breeder was your worst nightmare come true. This poor guy was doomed from the start, but we gave him the best and even took time off of work to spend every one of his 8 months with him. A true beauty who wanted to live and grow old.

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]]> http://www.doghealth.me/dog-hip-dysplasia/bad-breeders-and-what-happens-to-the-puppies-german-shepherd/feed 25 The German Shepherd – 7,122 waiting for adoption in the US. www.petfinder.com http://www.doghealth.me/dog-hip-dysplasia/the-german-shepherd-7122-waiting-for-adoption-in-the-us-www-petfinder-com http://www.doghealth.me/dog-hip-dysplasia/the-german-shepherd-7122-waiting-for-adoption-in-the-us-www-petfinder-com#comments Mon, 30 Nov 2009 18:31:59 +0000 admin http://www.doghealth.me/dog-hip-dysplasia/the-german-shepherd-7122-waiting-for-adoption-in-the-us-www-petfinder-com Breed Description: This strong, courageous dog is one of the most popular breeds in the world. It possesses one of the keenest noses and highest degrees of intelligence in the dog world, making it suitable in almost any working capacity: herding, police work, guard dog or guide dog. The German Shepherd also makes a loving and faithful companion.
Group: Herding Group.

Purpose of Breed: Herding sheep

Country of Origin: Germany

Average Size: Ranges from 22-26 inches and 60-90 pounds depending on sex.

Color(s): Although their color may vary, German Shepherds are most commonly black, gray and tan, many times with a black or dark-colored saddle.

Coat Type: Double coats of medium length hair. The outer coat consists of dense, straight hair that lays flat against the body. The hair length is somewhat shorter on the head and legs than on the rest of the body.

Grooming: Daily brushing is required to keep this breed’s coat in top condition, however bathing is needed usually only a few times per year. This breed requires standard care for eyes, ears, pads and nails.

Exercise Needs: German Shepherds are a large, highly intelligent breed that needs frequent exercise and mental stimulation to maintain optimal health. They adapt well to indoor living, but need daily exercise and a house with a fenced yard.

Temperament: This breed is highly intelligent and territorial, and makes a faithful and devoted companion. If properly trained and handled, the German Shepherd fits well within a family circle as a loyal and obedient companion. Initially suspicious of strangers, the multitalented German Shepherd makes an excellent watchdog. This breed bonds deeply and does not like to be separated from his owner.

Common Ailments: Susceptible to bloat, skin disease, congenital heart problems and hip dysplasia.

Life Expectancy: Averages 10-12 years.

Trivia: The famous dog “Rin Tin Tin” was a German Shepherd.
As of 01/14/2009 there are 7,122 up for adoption in the United States at:
http://www.petfinder.com

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]]> http://www.doghealth.me/dog-hip-dysplasia/the-german-shepherd-7122-waiting-for-adoption-in-the-us-www-petfinder-com/feed 25 Bruce the German Shepherd http://www.doghealth.me/dog-hip-dysplasia/bruce-the-german-shepherd http://www.doghealth.me/dog-hip-dysplasia/bruce-the-german-shepherd#comments Tue, 24 Nov 2009 23:26:03 +0000 admin http://www.doghealth.me/dog-hip-dysplasia/bruce-the-german-shepherd When Bruce arrived at The Toronto Humane Society in late December, his prognosis was poor. Crippled by hip dysplasia, he was unable to move or even put weight on his hind left leg. At only 3 years of age Bruce had lost his puppyhood to the disease. And now he was facing almost certain death. His previous owner, confronted with staggering medical bills, saw no choice but to surrender Bruce. Yet where some saw a dead dog walking, we saw a valuable life: the THS vets arranged for a complete hip replacement and within a few weeks Bruce had an artificial hip firmly in place.

Bruce’s post-operative recovery is nothing less than a miracle. In early January he needed to be carried around in a sling. By February he was walking unassisted, slowly managing stairs and learning how to trot. March saw him running, playing with other dogs, bounding up and down stairs and getting into all the mischief he missed as a pup. Now it’s April, and as the fur grows in around the scars, and his confidence grows outward, Bruce is ready for a new home. Sure, he still has a bit of a limp — and the leg sometimes looks wonky — but Bruce is in great shape, and getting better every day. And, fingers crossed, there’s no sign of dysplasia in his other hip.

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]]> http://www.doghealth.me/dog-hip-dysplasia/bruce-the-german-shepherd/feed 24 Indiana German Shepherd Dog – Part 2 / 3 http://www.doghealth.me/dog-hip-dysplasia/indiana-german-shepherd-dog-part-2-3 http://www.doghealth.me/dog-hip-dysplasia/indiana-german-shepherd-dog-part-2-3#comments Sat, 21 Nov 2009 17:01:03 +0000 admin http://www.doghealth.me/dog-hip-dysplasia/indiana-german-shepherd-dog-part-2-3 The Story of Indiana vom Wildsteiger Land is a typical example of thousands of GSD-ordeals. Less than 50% of all GSDs have anatomically sound hips. GSD-fans around the world share terrible experiences with CHD (Canine Hip Dysplasia). An expert from the Swiss HD/ED-commission in Zürich says: “…in reality only 20-25% (depending on year of birth) of the x-rayed GSDs are HD-free = HD1 = HD frei (a1)”.

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]]> http://www.doghealth.me/dog-hip-dysplasia/indiana-german-shepherd-dog-part-2-3/feed 0 Indiana German Shepherd Dog – Part 1 / 3 http://www.doghealth.me/dog-hip-dysplasia/indiana-german-shepherd-dog-part-1-3 http://www.doghealth.me/dog-hip-dysplasia/indiana-german-shepherd-dog-part-1-3#comments Tue, 17 Nov 2009 18:31:59 +0000 admin http://www.doghealth.me/dog-hip-dysplasia/indiana-german-shepherd-dog-part-1-3 The Story of Indiana vom Wildsteiger Land is a typical example of thousands
of GSD-ordeals. Less than 50% of all GSDs have anatomically sound hips.
GSD-fans around the world share terrible experiences with CHD (Canine Hip Dysplasia). An expert from the Swiss HD/ED-Commission in Zürich says: “…in reality only 20-25% (depending on year of birth) of the x-rayed GSDs are
HD-free = HD1 = HD frei (a1)”.

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]]> http://www.doghealth.me/dog-hip-dysplasia/indiana-german-shepherd-dog-part-1-3/feed 4 HIP DYSPLASIA-The GSD http://www.doghealth.me/dog-hip-dysplasia/hip-dysplasia-the-gsd http://www.doghealth.me/dog-hip-dysplasia/hip-dysplasia-the-gsd#comments Thu, 12 Nov 2009 15:15:06 +0000 admin http://www.doghealth.me/dog-hip-dysplasia/hip-dysplasia-the-gsd PLEASE READ:-
A brief video description of Hip Dysplasia in German Shepherd Dogs.
Please watch my other videos for more advice and infomation on this breed ONLY.
Thank you.

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]]> http://www.doghealth.me/dog-hip-dysplasia/hip-dysplasia-the-gsd/feed 10 German Shepherd dog symptoms – Sick German Shepherds http://www.doghealth.me/dog-symptoms/german-shepherd-dog-symptoms-sick-german-shepherds http://www.doghealth.me/dog-symptoms/german-shepherd-dog-symptoms-sick-german-shepherds#comments Wed, 04 Nov 2009 04:02:13 +0000 admin http://www.doghealth.me/dog-symptoms/german-shepherd-dog-symptoms-sick-german-shepherds http://www.total-german-shepherd.com Are you aware of German Shepherd dog symptoms that you should never ignore? GSD potential health problems can vary. Learn to recognize a sick German Shepherd now. Want to join our newsletter to learn more – http://www.total-german-shepherd.com/GSD-Newsletter.html

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]]> http://www.doghealth.me/dog-symptoms/german-shepherd-dog-symptoms-sick-german-shepherds/feed 6 Canine Hip Dysplasia http://www.doghealth.me/dog-hip-dysplasia/canine-hip-dysplasia http://www.doghealth.me/dog-hip-dysplasia/canine-hip-dysplasia#comments Fri, 30 Oct 2009 12:18:59 +0000 admin http://www.doghealth.me/dog-hip-dysplasia/canine-hip-dysplasia A veterinarian explains everything you need to know about Hip Dysplasia in dogs.

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]]> http://www.doghealth.me/dog-hip-dysplasia/canine-hip-dysplasia/feed 14 Hip Dysplasia – German Shepherd Dog http://www.doghealth.me/dog-hip-dysplasia/hip-dysplasia-german-shepherd-dog http://www.doghealth.me/dog-hip-dysplasia/hip-dysplasia-german-shepherd-dog#comments Tue, 27 Oct 2009 14:43:59 +0000 admin http://www.doghealth.me/dog-hip-dysplasia/hip-dysplasia-german-shepherd-dog 5,5 months old German shepherd dog has hip dysplasia.

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