Whitney Veterinary Hospital and
Cat Care Clinic

This young female is a German Shepherd!

And she has a lot of growing to to! The German Shepherd is a large dog; weighing between 70 and 95 pounds and standing 22 to 26” tall. She'll need daily mental and physical exercise to keep her happy; and she'll need weekly brushing to maintain her thick coat. She could live outside in a temperate climate, but she'd rather be with her family.

This is one of the most intelligent of dogs, and is so intent on its job that few other dogs can equal it. It becomes completely devoted and protective of its family, and aloof and suspicious toward strangers.

She is a member of a fairly recent breed - originating in the late 1800's as a deliberate attempt to produce a herding dog that was capable of protecting the flock. It was quickly discovered that they excelled at police work, and subsequent breedings were made to improve their intelligence, courage and companionability.

We are pleased to welcome this young female to our practice!