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Do German shepherds recognize other German shepherds?

Ever notice your German shepherd spends a lot of time with the other German shepherd at the dog park? Dogs can recognize other dogs, as opposed to cats and bears and other species.

How do German shepherds communicate with other dogs?

German Shepherds communicate using body language coded in visual, acoustic (sound), olfactory (smell), and tactile (touch) signals. Examples of GSD communication can include intense staring, avoidant eyes, forward or backward-tilted ears, a wagging tail, panting, hackles, stance, and pawing.

Do German shepherds bark at other dogs?

German Shepherds bark at other dogs to protect you and their territory as it’s in their nature. Moreso if they are on a leash as they feel more nervous or threatened. They may also bark when excited and want to play with the other dog. Lack of training and socialization are other reasons.

What German Shepherd ears mean?

A German Shepherd’s ear positions can mean many emotions, such as feeling calm and neutral, relaxed, playful, submissive, alert, anxious, nervous, aggressive, excited, dominant, or frightened. Your German Shepherd puts back his ears as a social gesture. Your German Shepherd is frightened when he puts his ears down.

What does it mean when German Shepherd ears are up?

Standing ears can mean a few different things. First, it could simply mean that your German Shepherd is interested or curious about what they’re hearing. Your GSD could be excited during periods of play. It could also mean that they’re alert, nervous, or frightful of a sudden sound or an approaching threat.

Can you train a German Shepherd not to bark?

However, as soon as he stops barking, issue a ‘quiet’ command. You can use any word or phrase you like. German Shepherds are highly intelligent and can learn hundreds of different commands. After a week or two, you will then be able to instruct him to bark and then to be quiet again.

Why is my German Shepherd not barking?

It is good that your dog doesn’t bark at strangers as it means he isn’t too frightened and trying to defend himself or herself. At nine months your pup is still very young. GSDs take time to grow and reach adulthood at about three years.

Why does my German Shepherd bark so much?

Barking for Dog is communicating like talking is for Us. German Shepherd Dogs usually bark for a reason : A Dog Usually Is trying to Say How bored or happy he is or He uses the barking to indicate his or someone else’s location.

What are the most common behavior problems in German Shepherd Dogs?

Most Common Behavior Problems in German Shepherd Dogs are Aggression, Barking, Digging, Chewing, Obsessive-compulsive Disorder, Running Away, Car Chasing, Separation Anxiety, Lack Of Confidence, Jumping, Bolting, Disobedience, Biting and Nipping and Furniture Scratching. Understanding behavior is fundamental.

Should I get a second German Shepherd?

Total German Shepherd: If you can really handle 2 dogs at one time – medical bills, food, attention, exercise, etc., etc., etc. then adding a second German Shepherd shouldn’t be a huge issue.

Do German Shepherds understand commands?

Your German Shepherd will respond to many different stimuli. Your body language and tone of voice being the two most important. In time, your dog will understand certain commands such as “sit”, “stay” and “come”, “drop” etc. But, dogs only understand single direct commands. Use language your dog will understand.