A puppy is like a cute bundle of joy roaming around your home, but have you considered what kind of a puppy you want? With the exponential increase in the number of dog breeds you need to find out which of them are faithful to you. Well the answer to this question is very simple. The German Shepherd is one dog breed that is not just a good companion but can also be trained to perform a lot of activities.

While looking at German Shepherd dogs for adoption one needs to look at them very carefully as hereditary breeding has caused heath problems for them. These problems include hip and elbow dysplasia, digestive problems, epilepsy, chronic eczema, dwarfism, flea allergies and keratitis. The best way to ensure that you are getting a disease free puppy is by contacting a reputed breeder who would be able to provide you a certificate assuring the puppy’s health.

German Shepherd puppies have a tendency that they are very eager to learn so it is better that you take efforts to train them in a better manner so that you have friendly and obedient puppies that are capable of learning everything that is being taught to them. The best place to train your puppy is outside where it can learn new things easily and quickly. Also this ensures that your puppy stays fit and healthy.

While it is true that almost all puppies love playing and going for walks, the German Shepard puppy is a puppy who will thrive with this activity. The walks can be used to train your puppy to have good social behavior when you meet strangers. There is one very important item which needs to be addressed when you are beginning the training of your puppy.

It is that the German Shepherd is a very intelligent dog. But without any kind of activity to keep it occupied its destructive tendencies seem to take over. This destructive tendency can be reduced through proper training and correct handling of the puppy. It is should be understood that you need to train your puppy with patience and be firm but gentle while handling it and nurture it with lots of love.

Grooming is one area that needs attention; grooming a German Shepherd is not a momentous task and is actually quite easy. All you need to do is brush your German Shepherd’s coat on a daily basis. The German Shepherd needs a bath only twice a year. Bathing a German Shepherd puppy more than twice a year can lead to loss of vital protective skin oils.

Even though there are many different breeds of puppies that you can think about getting, the German Shepard puppy is one who will provide you with loyalty and companionship all through its life.

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