It is well documented that German Shepherds, and larger sized breeds of dogs in particular, might be more susceptible to joint related diseases, problems and pain than their smaller breed counterparts. Hip Dysplasia is one such disorder that has the ability to affect a German Shepherd’s joints. Some sources show that breeds over 60 … Read more
Air travel is an interesting topic of conversation for German Shepherds and big dogs on planes. On one hand, German Shepherds and other big dogs are known to actually jump out of planes and helicopters in the course of military operations, which suggests they are extremely adaptable and versatile to different conditions. One the … Read more
This is a simple and quick to read guide on the best backseat hammocks, covers and protectors for dogs in cars, SUV’s & trucks. Hammocks, covers & protectors are good for a number of reasons, not least of which are to give your dog/s more space to lay out, but also obviously to protect … Read more
Canine and German Shepherd Anxiety can be varied and wide ranging. Although separation anxiety is the most common anxiety among dogs, there is also anxiety of thunder, fireworks, travel, vet visits, and more. As anxiety can be complex, you will want to see an animal professional/veterinarian if you believe your pet is experiencing anxiety or any other … Read more
Black spots on a German Shepherd’s Tongue can be for a number reasons. The reasons can rage from the black spots being an indication of the breed of your GSD, to disease and illness. Coat spotting or ‘ticking’ is a separate issue. We cover both in this article! Let’s take a look! (NOTE: this … Read more
The Best Flea Treatment For German Shepherd Dogs and Puppies, or any breed of dog for that matter, is determined by a range of factors. These factors should take into account that the best practice for German Shepherd dog flea treatment involves: – Both prevention and control stages – Objectives of both stopping development … Read more
The Best German Shepherd Supplements for hip and joint care must be approved by your vet, and will ideally make life easier for your GSD (German Shepherd Dog). Among the potential benefits of using natural joint supplements for your dog include: – Decreasing pain, – Helping movement, – Accelerating joint repair and rebuild, and … Read more
One of the many basic responsibilities you have with your German Shepherd, or with any pet that you own for that matter, is to make sure it is eating enough food and drinking enough water. Ensuring your German Shepherd’s drinking water is clean and plentiful is very important for his or her overall health. … Read more
You’d be right in being concerned if your GSD looks like they are losing significant weight, or they have noticeably lost their appetite for an extended time. There can be various reasons this might be happening. In this guide we discuss issues related to weight and eating such as: – how much a healthy … Read more
Like all dogs, it is normal for your German Shepherd to get itchy every now and then. It’s when the itching becomes consistent, intense, or leads to signs of a more serious health issue that you as an owner might be concerned. In the guide below, we discuss itching in deeper detail – in … Read more