German Shepherds are medium to large-sized dogs. They are longer than they are tall, with an ideal proportion of 10 to 8 1⁄2. They have a domed forehead, a long square-cut muzzle with strong jaws and a black nose. The eyes are medium-sized and brown. The ears are large and stand erect, open at the front and parallel, but they often are pulled back during movement. It has a long neck, which is raised when excited and lowered when moving at a fast pace. The tail is bushy and reaches to the hock.
German Shepherds are naturally bred to work, they are typically intelligent (one of the world’s most smart breeds), they are quick to train, obedient and loyal, athletic and healthy, and even-tempered.
Over the years, they have been known to be a great toll in the police department for chasing criminals and much more. The reasons for their efficiency may include;
- German Shepherds are extremely very loyal to their handlers and always want to please them. That’s why they look to their owners for ideas about what to do in stressful situations.
- German Shepherds love to work and have a job to complete. They’re also driven to finish a job – and won’t stop until their handlers tell them the job is done.
- German Shepherds are one of the most intelligent dog breeds in the world. That is the main reason why they can be trained to perform highly complex tasks, like drug or explosive sniffing, tracking and detection.
- German Shepherds are bred to “keep their head,” even in high-stress, chaotic situations. Even in the bustle of an active crime scene or in pursuit of a criminal, German Shepherds follow their handler’s commands.
- German Shepherds are natural protectors and are committed to protecting their “pack,” e.g., their handlers. They are commonly are the first to act, when a criminal becomes aggressive.
- German Shepherds are a very strong, athletic dog and also have an abundance of energy. They’re fast, able to take down criminals, and they’re happy to work for long periods of time.