Are there any good mixes for German Shepherds?
Turns out, German Shepherd Mixes are really, really popular. In fact if you run a Google search for them you’ll find loads of listings for mixes such as a German Shepherd husky mix (very popular), German Shepherd lab mix, German Shepherd rottweiler mix, German Shepherd collie mix, and even a German Shepherd pitbull mix.
Is there a pug and German shepherd mix?
The Shug is a cross between the goofy Pug and the courageous German Shepherd. It’s perhaps the least obvious German Shepherd mixes you’ve ever heard of. But, the Shug does exist.
How big does a German Shepherd Australian shepherd mix get?
The German Shepherd Australian Shepherd mix is another popular cross between two herding breeds. In common with most sheepdogs, the German Australian Shepherd is intelligent and loyal. Many German Australian Shepherds will have very pretty coats and weigh between 30-50lbs. 9.
Is there such a thing as a Shug German Shepherd?
Shugs are normally tan with a smooth coat. They have a German Shepherd’s muzzle and size. This mix has a longer muzzle than its Pug parent so will not suffer from brachycephalic airway syndrome. The Shug normally has the friendly personality of a Pug and the drive of a German Shepherd.
Is it too late to teach an old German Shepherd New Tricks?
It is never too late to teach an old dog new tricks. As your dog begins to age, it will become essential to accommodate their needs. Many older German Shepherds will have hip problems.
How old should a 10 year old German Shepherd be?
10-year-old German Shepherd Unfortunately, a German Shepherd’s expected lifespan is between 9 and 13 years old, and their time left here is getting short. It is common for German Shepherds to face arthritis, skin problems, decreased activity, dental issues, weight gain or loss, or even cancer at this age and older.
What makes a German Shepherd a bad dog?
To those of you that are wary of German shepherds, I understand where you are coming from, too! First off, they are very large dogs and can come off very intimidating. Second, their instinct to protect their family or property is strong and can lead untrained German shepherds to becoming very protective, aggressive, and scary dogs.
What happens to German Shepherds legs as they get older?
12-year-old German Shepherd As your German Shepherd gets older, their ability to use their hind legs diminishes rapidly, eventually leading to total loss of ability to move their rear legs. This is commonly due to arthritis or hip dysplasia. Hip dysplasia is more likely to occur the older your dog gets.