German Shepherds are a medium to large German breed of a dog originally bred as a working dog used for herding purposes (shepherding). Known for their loyalty, strength, courage and intelligence for retaining training, German Shepherds are often utilized today as committed service, police, and search and rescue dogs. German Shepherds have a two-layered coat that is commonly tan with black saddlery on the back.
The average German Shepherd has an overall height of 26.5"-31" (67-79 cm), withers height of 22"-26" (56-66 cm), and body length of 36"-42.5" (91-108 cm). A typical German Shepherd weighs between 50-90 lb (23-41 kg) and has a lifespan of roughly 7-13 years.
German Shepherds are a medium to large German breed of a dog originally bred as a working dog used for herding purposes (shepherding). Known for their loyalty, strength, courage and intelligence for retaining training, German Shepherds are often utilized today as committed service, police, and search and rescue dogs. German Shepherds have a two-layered coat that is commonly tan with black saddlery on the back.
The average German Shepherd has an overall height of 26.5"-31" (67-79 cm), withers height of 22"-26" (56-66 cm), and body length of 36"-42.5" (91-108 cm). A typical German Shepherd weighs between 50-90 lb (23-41 kg) and has a lifespan of roughly 7-13 years.
