Naming
The German Shepherd is also known as Alsatian, or Schäfer and its official name is German Shepherd Dog.
Health Concern
Health
German Shepherds are more likely to get the following conditions:
■Elbow and hip dysplasia
■Von Willebrand's disease
■Canine degenerative myelopathy
■Skin allergies
■Bloat
■Blood disorders
■Epilepsy,
■Chronic eczema
Stats
Life span 10-12 years
Height: males 60-64 cm (20-24 in.), females 55-60 cm (22-24 in)
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