Are GERMAN SHEPHERDS good with kids i have just one?
please please help i have just brought a pup and now have been told by fmily they are very viscious i also want to know how to stop him biting my feet and my young daughter i am so worried now that he will bite her she is only 16 month old
Answers:
any dog - any breed can be viscous or kind,
depends on their training and how their life has been first few weeks. how soon were they seperated from mom & siblings
pls pls pls get your dog trained with help of a proffesional trainer or go to obedience classes.
dogs must be trained - esp if there are children in the house
german shepherds are very intelligent dogs and can be trained well and can be trusted with children. they need to learn the 'pack order' so training is very important
It depends on the dog and if he was breed well. I don't think of them as a family dog. If you are worried you could take the dog to classes to help with it's behavior.
First don't let him near your daughter..thats dangerous. What you should do is first start by petting hte dog. If he barks or doesn't feel comfortable.you have to make urself in charge. the dog thinks he;s in charge. Get a newspaper (this is if he bites you) and roll it up and hit him in the side.it doesnt hurt but scares the dog, so then the dog understands that your in control do that every time he bites you..then if he doesn't bite give him a treat and rub his belly and pet him comfortingly.
i once knew a german shepherd, he was a lovely man and great with kids, he didnt bite once
Pure bred germans have a bit of a reputation for being temperamental, but I reckon its down to nurture more than nature...ie the way you train/treat the dog counts for a lot more than the breed.
A close friend of mine has a mix'n'match german shepherd (about 75% german shepherd) which is loving, obedient and very gentle.
I have 2 shepherds, they are fantastic with kids.just have to work on him so he wont bite at you( that is what puppies do, unless taught otherwise) or you daughter, but other than that, they are fantastic dogs
I think you ought to give it away, for the sake of your childs safety! I personaly have heard that German Shepherds are not the most family dogs out there, there nature is to track down things, objects, that why they are used as police dogs, to capture people. Coming to conclusion they are not very safe dogs. However if you bought a puppy, you can always train it.
i have a female and the neighbor boy is only two the only thing we have to watch is that so is so big she knocks him over..she is 12 mos and weighs 69 lbs ..had her to vet yesterday for shots and physical.just be patience they will become the best of friends,..tell your family why do they use German Shepard's for the blind.if they are so viscious
They're so good with kids, and people generally, that the Nazi guards used them in their camps.
they are good and when they grow up with the little ones , they become very protective of them.
good choice.
Don't leave any dog or cat with a child under 2 probably more.
German Shepherds can be trained to be police/army dogs ( viscious) or blind peoples dogs calm or family pets. Some dogs are viscious by nature and some kind and gentle, like some people. Also all animals can change suddenly if ill of affected by the weather, again like some people.
Conclusion take great care, your dog could easily kill your daughter, bet he's cute now.
I have to go with the person who responded first - German Shepards are big dogs - why did you buy without researching the breed?
It all depends on how the breeder treated the pups, how docile the parents are, what they're temperment is and how you treat them now. I've always had German Shepards in the family and we've never had problems. Mia - the current Shepard is the most docile and loving dog ever and would never attack anyone, yet is loyal and protective over the family
I think you need to do more research into the breed, take it to behavioural classes, and sounds daft - but give it plenty of exercise. They start to chew and get fidgetty if they havent had a long enough walk which knackers them out.
Please - next time you think of bringing a big pet into the home - DO YOUR RESEARCH. You should have thought about the child before buying the dog.
i had one before and it attacked my little brother and he had a scar on his arm
Not to worry GSD's are aweseom with kids. Yours is just a puppy right now so any nipping is done in play. When the puppy bites you squeeze his nose hard enough to get a reaction but not too hard and tell him in a firm voice. NO. If he comes right back do it again. It will take a few days but if you are consistent you can break him of it.
I have always had a GSD. I have a hundred pound white one now that is a therapy dog. We visit nursing homes, schools, etc. If you want to see pictures of him with kids contact me. He will also grow to protect you and your child with his life. When my 3 yr old grandson visits he and Aspen are inseperable. Aspen watches him constantly. We have walked in parades together, gone to outdoor events, etc.. Aspen always watches Gauge. I think you made a wonderful decision on your puppy. Like I said if you want to see pics or have other questions just contact me through my profile page.
They are beautiful very intelligent dogs. That is why they are chosen by the police and Armed forces.
Any dog of any breed is a good dog as long as it is brought up properly and not badly treated..
The biting at your feet. he is a baby, he is fascinated by your feet. Just tell him firmly "NO!" when he does it. Don't kick him or smack him for it, he is just curious. When he does good, pet him and give him a treat for it, so he learns right from wrong.
There is no reason why a well brought up dog should turn on anyone.
There are professional training schools for big and small dogs. Ask your local police station about training a German Shepherd. We had ours trained by the Police and he was the perfect pet. A great disciplined well behaved dog. Never bit anyone, unless given an intruction to, and then he would only "restrain" someone, just like a police dog does. They don't bite at all. Just hold you.
If you don't want the dog, I will have him. Honest, I love German Shepherds. They are the King of all dogs.
I was rasied in a home with a G shepard. I was the baby and the dog was there first. My mom tells stories that the dog thought of me as his baby and took care of me. I learned to walk by touching the dog and the dog would get up and I hung on for dear life and ran along with him. My dad was good with dogs and I guess he must have conditioned the animal to accept it. It all depends on how much time you have to work with the dog. They are very loyal dogs. Do the Alpha roll teach the dog the status of every member of the family Take a peice of meat. and have Dad, Then Mom, then older child and younger child and so on and so on eat a bite and then give it to the dog. This teaches the dog his place in the family. This is important the dog is programmed to be loyal to the clan whether the clan is dogs or humans. Teach the dog his place and there should not be a problem
I took a German Shepherd to a vet once & he said they are very hierarchical; they will attempt to bully weaker members of the 'pack'. So best keep them away from small kids.
Mind you, our old GS was fine with small kids eventually but I think it used to freak him out a little too to have someone at eye level with him.
I have a german shepherd she is 7 years old shes ok with kids but doesnt like to be overfussed by them and she will growl but has never bitten.She was very unsure when my new baby grandson came in to the home and it took her months before we could trust that she wouldnt hurt him.German shepherds are protective over their owners,they are very intelligent dogs and need as much attention as a child and they do feel jelousy more than other breeds,mine shows dislike if the children cuddle me she will bark and push between us,but they are a faithful friend,and i think that as your pup and child will grow up together and think that they will have a wonderful bond but puppy classes are a must.
Have just one what- child or German Shepard?
This is a great example of a dog who is going to be in a shelter within a few months if even that long.
A 16 month old child is a HUGE responsibility. Adding a puppy to that was probably not a good idea. I am sorry, but I am going to give you a flogging for not thinking about this BEFORE YOU GOT THE DOG!!
What on earth did you think puppy was going to do? Sit quietly in the corner until you had time to train and socialize it? Did you think it was born knowing how to behave? YOU are going to have to spend ALOT of time and energy to PROPERLY TRAIN that dog. Otherwise you will have a large problem on your hands. This dog depends on you for EVERYTHING- as does your CHILD. How much are you willing to give? It sounds like you just got the pup- and you already are frustrated- add 2-3 more weeks to this and I bet you give up.
DO NOT leave child and puppy together alone EVER. German Shepard's are great dogs IF trained PROPERLY. That is now your responsibility.
Give The Dog To The Pound. It Could And Probably Will Maul And Kill Your Baby Even As A Puppy. German Shepereds Can Be Very Vicious And Untrustworthy.
German Shepherds are amazing with children. I had one when I was little.
The reason it keeps biting is because it's teething. You need to get him some toys an encourage him to bite those. Or some chews, bones etc.
Remember he's a puppy, it's what they do (instinct).
They are only vicious because they have been trained to be so.
The police use them because they are very clever and respond well to training.
Maybe take him to dog training lessons?
no they love kids
Proper training is the answer to your problem. I loved K9resq's response, by the way. I have two shepherds and they are all around awesome dogs. Get his training started now. The police use them because they are intelligent, not because they are vicious! Intelligence is the key word here! They are eager to please their owners and thrive on praise.
Your dog is young. He's not trying to rip your feet off. He's fascinated with them and is probably trying to play. He needs to be taught that just like other things, feet are not a toy. When it comes down to it, his size is his downfall. He's a big dog. Big dogs have big teeth. And yes, big teeth can hurt people. Let's face it, if he were a maltese, people might even laugh about the situation instead of it being so serious.
I hope you will give him a chance and try the training. He could be the best dog you ever have.
Good luck!
OK, the puppy is acting like a puppy. All though i would never suggest it, even a pit bull could be a good pet. You have to be firm with any puppy. This dog is not vicious it's a puppy! Train the puppy, and train you child to be with a dog. German Shepherds are very protective of there family's. They are loyal loving dogs. If you treat them badly or let them be pack leader then they will not be good dogs. That makes them no different than any other dog. If you do not think you can be a responsible pet owner, then find that dog a good home.
Some years ago I had to deliver a television set to a house in Hackney,London. When I went into the house I could hear the barking of several big dogs. The owner of the house said to me "Don't worry they (German Shepherds) are really nice dogs who are very much misunderstood. I have trained them and have complete control over them."
A couple of months later I read in the London evening newspaper that RSPCA officials and the police were called to the very same house where several German Shepherds had to be destroyed because they had attacked their owner. I am not sure now if the man died of his injuries.
I have a 100 lb GS male who is the most non aggressive dog. He wanted to stay outside last weekend instead of coming in the house when a friend's dog already in the house (bichon frise) started barking upon his entering the house. Absolutely ADORES the kids. All dogs need to be trained as to what is allowed & not allowed. Our family is currently looking for a pup. The research we did led us to 3 breeds: labrador retriever, collie, german shepherd. An interesting note I found during my research about the GS biting feet: they were bred to herd sheep (hence their name) & they would do so by biting the feet of the sheep. Once your dog learns what NO means just stop walking say NO whenever your dog bites at your feet - this worked to stop my GS from feet biting.
They are not viscious animals by nature but mostly by environment & how they are treated. A GS is used by police because they are very loyal, very intelligent, & temperament must be gentle so the dog will "let go" of "criminal" when it has brought a person down instead of continuing to assault a person.
Many have answered by telling you to train the animal & it is the best thing to do. Good Luck
German Shepherds can be good with kids. You should never leave any breed alone with a young child. Solcialize this pup, take him to puppy class. A Shepherd pup needs to be solcialized and given obedience training. What kind of bloodlines is this pup? The bloodlines that I would stay away from with smaller children are Czech, Slovak and even some DDR lines. My DDR (East German boy) is high drive. He was trained and socialized from puppyhood. He is wonderful with our kids and the rest of the family including the cats. My kids can handle our dogs, my daughter has shown in the ring. Get into a puppy kindergarten class with your pup.
GSD breeder here
wot are people talking about german shepherd dog are good with kids and they can be nasty if they are not bread properly just show him hue is boss and he will be ok with your Little girl
Shepherds are great pets. I've had them for years. It's important to socialize them alot when their young and continue some. They've been great with kids and the family cats.
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Answers:
any dog - any breed can be viscous or kind,
depends on their training and how their life has been first few weeks. how soon were they seperated from mom & siblings
pls pls pls get your dog trained with help of a proffesional trainer or go to obedience classes.
dogs must be trained - esp if there are children in the house
german shepherds are very intelligent dogs and can be trained well and can be trusted with children. they need to learn the 'pack order' so training is very important
It depends on the dog and if he was breed well. I don't think of them as a family dog. If you are worried you could take the dog to classes to help with it's behavior.
First don't let him near your daughter..thats dangerous. What you should do is first start by petting hte dog. If he barks or doesn't feel comfortable.you have to make urself in charge. the dog thinks he;s in charge. Get a newspaper (this is if he bites you) and roll it up and hit him in the side.it doesnt hurt but scares the dog, so then the dog understands that your in control do that every time he bites you..then if he doesn't bite give him a treat and rub his belly and pet him comfortingly.
i once knew a german shepherd, he was a lovely man and great with kids, he didnt bite once
Pure bred germans have a bit of a reputation for being temperamental, but I reckon its down to nurture more than nature...ie the way you train/treat the dog counts for a lot more than the breed.
A close friend of mine has a mix'n'match german shepherd (about 75% german shepherd) which is loving, obedient and very gentle.
I have 2 shepherds, they are fantastic with kids.just have to work on him so he wont bite at you( that is what puppies do, unless taught otherwise) or you daughter, but other than that, they are fantastic dogs
I think you ought to give it away, for the sake of your childs safety! I personaly have heard that German Shepherds are not the most family dogs out there, there nature is to track down things, objects, that why they are used as police dogs, to capture people. Coming to conclusion they are not very safe dogs. However if you bought a puppy, you can always train it.
i have a female and the neighbor boy is only two the only thing we have to watch is that so is so big she knocks him over..she is 12 mos and weighs 69 lbs ..had her to vet yesterday for shots and physical.just be patience they will become the best of friends,..tell your family why do they use German Shepard's for the blind.if they are so viscious
They're so good with kids, and people generally, that the Nazi guards used them in their camps.
they are good and when they grow up with the little ones , they become very protective of them.
good choice.
Don't leave any dog or cat with a child under 2 probably more.
German Shepherds can be trained to be police/army dogs ( viscious) or blind peoples dogs calm or family pets. Some dogs are viscious by nature and some kind and gentle, like some people. Also all animals can change suddenly if ill of affected by the weather, again like some people.
Conclusion take great care, your dog could easily kill your daughter, bet he's cute now.
I have to go with the person who responded first - German Shepards are big dogs - why did you buy without researching the breed?
It all depends on how the breeder treated the pups, how docile the parents are, what they're temperment is and how you treat them now. I've always had German Shepards in the family and we've never had problems. Mia - the current Shepard is the most docile and loving dog ever and would never attack anyone, yet is loyal and protective over the family
I think you need to do more research into the breed, take it to behavioural classes, and sounds daft - but give it plenty of exercise. They start to chew and get fidgetty if they havent had a long enough walk which knackers them out.
Please - next time you think of bringing a big pet into the home - DO YOUR RESEARCH. You should have thought about the child before buying the dog.
i had one before and it attacked my little brother and he had a scar on his arm
Not to worry GSD's are aweseom with kids. Yours is just a puppy right now so any nipping is done in play. When the puppy bites you squeeze his nose hard enough to get a reaction but not too hard and tell him in a firm voice. NO. If he comes right back do it again. It will take a few days but if you are consistent you can break him of it.
I have always had a GSD. I have a hundred pound white one now that is a therapy dog. We visit nursing homes, schools, etc. If you want to see pictures of him with kids contact me. He will also grow to protect you and your child with his life. When my 3 yr old grandson visits he and Aspen are inseperable. Aspen watches him constantly. We have walked in parades together, gone to outdoor events, etc.. Aspen always watches Gauge. I think you made a wonderful decision on your puppy. Like I said if you want to see pics or have other questions just contact me through my profile page.
They are beautiful very intelligent dogs. That is why they are chosen by the police and Armed forces.
Any dog of any breed is a good dog as long as it is brought up properly and not badly treated..
The biting at your feet. he is a baby, he is fascinated by your feet. Just tell him firmly "NO!" when he does it. Don't kick him or smack him for it, he is just curious. When he does good, pet him and give him a treat for it, so he learns right from wrong.
There is no reason why a well brought up dog should turn on anyone.
There are professional training schools for big and small dogs. Ask your local police station about training a German Shepherd. We had ours trained by the Police and he was the perfect pet. A great disciplined well behaved dog. Never bit anyone, unless given an intruction to, and then he would only "restrain" someone, just like a police dog does. They don't bite at all. Just hold you.
If you don't want the dog, I will have him. Honest, I love German Shepherds. They are the King of all dogs.
I was rasied in a home with a G shepard. I was the baby and the dog was there first. My mom tells stories that the dog thought of me as his baby and took care of me. I learned to walk by touching the dog and the dog would get up and I hung on for dear life and ran along with him. My dad was good with dogs and I guess he must have conditioned the animal to accept it. It all depends on how much time you have to work with the dog. They are very loyal dogs. Do the Alpha roll teach the dog the status of every member of the family Take a peice of meat. and have Dad, Then Mom, then older child and younger child and so on and so on eat a bite and then give it to the dog. This teaches the dog his place in the family. This is important the dog is programmed to be loyal to the clan whether the clan is dogs or humans. Teach the dog his place and there should not be a problem
I took a German Shepherd to a vet once & he said they are very hierarchical; they will attempt to bully weaker members of the 'pack'. So best keep them away from small kids.
Mind you, our old GS was fine with small kids eventually but I think it used to freak him out a little too to have someone at eye level with him.
I have a german shepherd she is 7 years old shes ok with kids but doesnt like to be overfussed by them and she will growl but has never bitten.She was very unsure when my new baby grandson came in to the home and it took her months before we could trust that she wouldnt hurt him.German shepherds are protective over their owners,they are very intelligent dogs and need as much attention as a child and they do feel jelousy more than other breeds,mine shows dislike if the children cuddle me she will bark and push between us,but they are a faithful friend,and i think that as your pup and child will grow up together and think that they will have a wonderful bond but puppy classes are a must.
Have just one what- child or German Shepard?
This is a great example of a dog who is going to be in a shelter within a few months if even that long.
A 16 month old child is a HUGE responsibility. Adding a puppy to that was probably not a good idea. I am sorry, but I am going to give you a flogging for not thinking about this BEFORE YOU GOT THE DOG!!
What on earth did you think puppy was going to do? Sit quietly in the corner until you had time to train and socialize it? Did you think it was born knowing how to behave? YOU are going to have to spend ALOT of time and energy to PROPERLY TRAIN that dog. Otherwise you will have a large problem on your hands. This dog depends on you for EVERYTHING- as does your CHILD. How much are you willing to give? It sounds like you just got the pup- and you already are frustrated- add 2-3 more weeks to this and I bet you give up.
DO NOT leave child and puppy together alone EVER. German Shepard's are great dogs IF trained PROPERLY. That is now your responsibility.
Give The Dog To The Pound. It Could And Probably Will Maul And Kill Your Baby Even As A Puppy. German Shepereds Can Be Very Vicious And Untrustworthy.
German Shepherds are amazing with children. I had one when I was little.
The reason it keeps biting is because it's teething. You need to get him some toys an encourage him to bite those. Or some chews, bones etc.
Remember he's a puppy, it's what they do (instinct).
They are only vicious because they have been trained to be so.
The police use them because they are very clever and respond well to training.
Maybe take him to dog training lessons?
no they love kids
Proper training is the answer to your problem. I loved K9resq's response, by the way. I have two shepherds and they are all around awesome dogs. Get his training started now. The police use them because they are intelligent, not because they are vicious! Intelligence is the key word here! They are eager to please their owners and thrive on praise.
Your dog is young. He's not trying to rip your feet off. He's fascinated with them and is probably trying to play. He needs to be taught that just like other things, feet are not a toy. When it comes down to it, his size is his downfall. He's a big dog. Big dogs have big teeth. And yes, big teeth can hurt people. Let's face it, if he were a maltese, people might even laugh about the situation instead of it being so serious.
I hope you will give him a chance and try the training. He could be the best dog you ever have.
Good luck!
OK, the puppy is acting like a puppy. All though i would never suggest it, even a pit bull could be a good pet. You have to be firm with any puppy. This dog is not vicious it's a puppy! Train the puppy, and train you child to be with a dog. German Shepherds are very protective of there family's. They are loyal loving dogs. If you treat them badly or let them be pack leader then they will not be good dogs. That makes them no different than any other dog. If you do not think you can be a responsible pet owner, then find that dog a good home.
Some years ago I had to deliver a television set to a house in Hackney,London. When I went into the house I could hear the barking of several big dogs. The owner of the house said to me "Don't worry they (German Shepherds) are really nice dogs who are very much misunderstood. I have trained them and have complete control over them."
A couple of months later I read in the London evening newspaper that RSPCA officials and the police were called to the very same house where several German Shepherds had to be destroyed because they had attacked their owner. I am not sure now if the man died of his injuries.
I have a 100 lb GS male who is the most non aggressive dog. He wanted to stay outside last weekend instead of coming in the house when a friend's dog already in the house (bichon frise) started barking upon his entering the house. Absolutely ADORES the kids. All dogs need to be trained as to what is allowed & not allowed. Our family is currently looking for a pup. The research we did led us to 3 breeds: labrador retriever, collie, german shepherd. An interesting note I found during my research about the GS biting feet: they were bred to herd sheep (hence their name) & they would do so by biting the feet of the sheep. Once your dog learns what NO means just stop walking say NO whenever your dog bites at your feet - this worked to stop my GS from feet biting.
They are not viscious animals by nature but mostly by environment & how they are treated. A GS is used by police because they are very loyal, very intelligent, & temperament must be gentle so the dog will "let go" of "criminal" when it has brought a person down instead of continuing to assault a person.
Many have answered by telling you to train the animal & it is the best thing to do. Good Luck
German Shepherds can be good with kids. You should never leave any breed alone with a young child. Solcialize this pup, take him to puppy class. A Shepherd pup needs to be solcialized and given obedience training. What kind of bloodlines is this pup? The bloodlines that I would stay away from with smaller children are Czech, Slovak and even some DDR lines. My DDR (East German boy) is high drive. He was trained and socialized from puppyhood. He is wonderful with our kids and the rest of the family including the cats. My kids can handle our dogs, my daughter has shown in the ring. Get into a puppy kindergarten class with your pup.
GSD breeder here
wot are people talking about german shepherd dog are good with kids and they can be nasty if they are not bread properly just show him hue is boss and he will be ok with your Little girl
Shepherds are great pets. I've had them for years. It's important to socialize them alot when their young and continue some. They've been great with kids and the family cats.
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