How to choose a German Shepherd puppy

If the decision to acquire a new pet is made, the main thing remains – to study the breeds of dogs, the features characteristic of each of them, and then determine which breed of dog is right for you.

Initially, you need to weigh the pros and cons. It will be much easier to do this after you determine exactly what you need a dog for. There may be several goals, or there may be only one, for example, to protect the territory or as a true friend, it can also be participation in exhibitions or breeding of the breed. An important factor is where to buy a puppy, it is best to find a professional breeder of the breed. In this case, you will be sure that he knows the characteristics of dogs of this breed, and his puppies are always under his watchful eye. In addition, if you manage to find a recommended breeder with a good reputation, this will help you avoid many problems, both with the health of the puppy and with his purebred.

So, let’s start choosing a shepherd puppy. Examine the animals properly. Pay attention to how the puppy behaves, and what equipment he has. The main criteria for a healthy puppy are activity and dense equipment. Moreover, the animal must be inquisitive, and without fear to accept strangers. If the puppy is very thin, this may indicate a disease. The next important criterion is wool, it should be smooth, uniform in structure, and not have an unpleasant odor. Carefully examine the skin – the stomach should be clean, without pimples and redness.

If the puppy is already six months old, his ears should stand, and their location should be symmetrical, high on his head. If the puppy is healthy, his eyes have a dark tint with a transparent clean shell.

A healthy German Shepherd puppy has a strong physique – the forelimbs are straight and elongated, the paws are powerful, but compact. If you notice any curvature of the limbs, this may be a sign of rickets. But the large joints on the folds of the paws indicate a good development of the skeleton. The puppy’s tail should be slightly lowered, with a slight bend at the tip.

Be sure to examine the puppy’s mouth – the bite of the jaw should be scissor-shaped. The mucosa is a uniform bright pink color. If the mucous membrane is pale, this means that the puppy has health problems.