2009

German Shorthaired

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The German Shorthaired club of America still values those dogs that can get the national championships in field trials as well as conformation. Indeed a large portion of the site is on field trials, hunting tests, gun dog information, versatility dogs and, of course, show dogs.

This is an adaptable breed with keen scent senses and intelligence for any job you want to teach them. He loves an active family and requires minimal grooming to keep his short coat in condition.

German Shorthaired can withstand cold weather even the extreme ones as their coat is waterproof as their undercoat is well protected by the stiff guard hairs. Their color varies but is generally of dark brown (liver), or black, or a combination of black and liver color along with some white. This combination of colors helps to camouflage the dog.

Temperament is what ensures the usefulness of the German Shorthaired and since this comes from good breeding it is essential to find a good and reputable breeder. With a bad temperament these dogs are a disaster. They are highly territorial and will know and recognize their people and place by about six months of age. This is when their protective loyalty starts to show itself! This unique breed was bred for a sole purpose which was hunting.

However, German Shorthaired also require proper training and lots of exercise or else they tend to be over active, unruly and willful too. If in case they do not get their desired exercise level, they are bound to try to get it on their own and can create destruction and havoc in doing so.

The German Shorthaired is a fairly healthy breed, but they can have problems with disorders such as hip dysplasia, epilepsy, entropion and skin disorders. Most dogs with droopy ears struggle with ear infections, and regular cleaning of the ears are therefore necessary. However, they have a very acute sense of hearing which means that they are invaluable to anyone wanting to protect both themselves and their property. Because they are a large dog they are a very useful deterrent against theives.

By Ary Setiawati

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