German Shepherd
A brave, brilliant working breed carrying a heavy genetic health load: hip/elbow dysplasia, degenerative myelopathy and bloat (GDV) are all notable. Buy only from breeders with parental screening records.
Tempérament : Loyal, alert, fast learner — needs purpose and structured training
🩺 Maladies fréquentes et risques
Hip/elbow dysplasia
The breed's #1 issue — confirm parental screening before buying
Gastric dilatation-volvulus (GDV)
Deep-chested high risk — no vigorous exercise right after meals
Degenerative myelopathy (DM)
Progressive hind weakness in seniors — DNA test available
Skin allergy / chronic otitis
Recurrent itching and ear inflammation are common
Exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (EPI)
Eating plenty yet wasting, large stools — test for it
📋 Dépistages conseillés et fréquence
- #1Hip/elbow X-rays (age 1-2)
- #2DM DNA test (anytime)
- #3Abdominal/GDV risk assessment
- #4CBC + chemistry (annual)
🍚 Nutrition
Two meals a day with 1 hour of rest after eating to lower GDV risk; protein matched to activity.
🛁 Soins quotidiens
Heavy seasonal shedding — brush often; daily hard exercise plus brain work; socialize from puppyhood.
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