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What to Look For In A Puppy

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WHAT TO LOOK FOR IN A GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPY

Hello German shepherd puppies lovers:

It is interesting how I can get a call saying that a client wants a big male, one with some dominance and lots of drive to do schutzhund and they have 3 younger children and they want the dog to be great with people and other animals.  After talking to them they decide on a female German shepherd puppy.

The question still remains, what do you look for in a GSD puppy.  Well, if you are buying a German shepherd, likely you either just think want one or you know what you want and you respect the breed for it typical characteristics.


I know all of the guys want the biggest toughest dog in the world bar none.  But, if you look for extremes you may get just that, a dog which is too extreme and unliveable and then you wish you had never seen the little ball of energy. I recommend you look for a balanced puppy.  It should be up around the mid to top of the standard, but not way over.  He/she should have good pigment, but not to the exclusion of other traits.  You want a dog which is confident yet not dominant.  What you want is a BALANCED DOG, one in which the GSD typical traits expressed.  The dog should have energy and confidence but not dominance or nervousness.  Look for good pigment but, as importantly, good structure. You want some retrieve and prey drive, but one who is also content sitting by your side. 



  • HOME
  • German Shepherd Puppies FOR SALE
    • Male vs Female Puppy
    • GERMAN vs AMERICAN
    • More on Raising our Puppies
    • FAQ about Getting a Puppy from CCGS
    • Why buy from a reputable breeder?
    • What is Early Neuro Stimulation?
    • Socialization - Exposures
    • Puppies First Days at Home
    • Coat Type & Coat Colors
    • HEALTH WARRANTY
  • Stud Dogs
    • Working IPO
  • Our FEMALES
  • TRAINING
  • CONTACT
  • STORE
  • NuVet Supplements
  • MEMBERS
    • Temperament Testing Key
    • Your PUPPY News
    • MADINA Litter Updates4/30/25 >
      • Madina Vaccination Record
      • MADINA Temperament Tests
    • ANNIKA 5-15-25 Litter Updates >
      • ANNIKA Vaccination Record
      • ANNIKA Temperament Tests
    • Jean Litter 6/16/25 >
      • JEAN Vaccination Record
      • JEAN Temperament
  • Adults 4 Sale
  • Health Risks
    • LIFE SAVING INFO
    • Hip Dysplasia
    • Panosteitis (PANO)
    • Heart Mur Murs
    • Poisonous to Dogs & Puppies
    • Undescended Testicle(s)
    • Umbilical Hernias
    • FLEA TREATMENTS
    • VACCINATING TOO MUCH
  • Our Ranch In the Making
  • I am a breeder
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