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World-Class European German Shepherds

The Royal German Shepherds

Here are some great pictures of our European German Shepherds.

DO DOGS GIGGLE?

Many pet owners claim that their dog's is actually laughing. But is it really true? according to Patricia Simonet, a Cognitive Ethologist and Animal Behaviorist at University of Nevada, Las Vegas, dogs do laugh but it doesn't sound like human's laugh. It's actually a rhythmic pant.

She decribes it as "hee, hee, hee" with out the "ee". In a dog's world, a dog laughs to initaiate play. This stimulus is so strong people can initate play with dogs just by imitating a dog's version of a laugh. One research study * showed that when a recording of a dog's laugh was played at an animal shelter, it helped reduce stress behaviors in all of the resident dogs. Even small puppies reacted by starting to play!

American Kennel Club Announces Most Popular Dogs in the U.S
Wednesday, January 26, 2011

2011 Most Popular Dogs in the U.S.	2009 Ranking
1. Labrador Retriever	1. Labrador Retriever
2. German Shepherd Dog	2. German Shepherd Dog
3. Yorkshire Terrier	3. Yorkshire Terrier
4. Beagle	4. Golden Retriever
5. Golden Retriever	5. Beagle
6. Bulldog	6. Boxer
7. Boxer	7. Bulldog
8. Dachshund	8. Dachshund
9. Poodle	9. Poodle
10. Shih Tzu	10. Shih Tzu

Portland Oregon Most Popular Breeds 2010

*Registration data pulled from Portland zip codes as specified by U.S. Postal Service)

German Shepherds make excellent family dogs because although they may pick one person as their "special" person, they relate well to all family members.

If they are raised with children, they will develop an abundance of tolerance to the grabbing, poking tiny fingers of your kids. Although German Shepherd's have a natural ability to take into consideration ease in playing with children.

DO DOGS LIKE TO WEAR CLOTHES?

The answer may very well be yes. Since pets have become accustomed to living in controlled, cozy environments (just like us) they may need a little padding when going outside.

Many veterinarians suggest extra protection for dogs living in cold climates especially those with shorter coats. (Even tough breeds like Boxers and Bull Terriers!) Small and toy breeds like Chihuahuas, Dachshunds and Toy Poodles are very vulnerable to the cold.

Clothing that helps the pet be more visible in the dark is also a wise choice in canine couture. Of course, the most important thing to consider is comfort and safety.

The clothing shouldn’t restrict the pet’s movement in any way. It shouldn’t be too tight or too loose or it may snag on something. If a dog seems to enjoy it and there is no safety risk, playing dress up is perfectly fine.

Furthermore, hunting dogs can benefit from wearing brightly colored vest and protective vests which cover the underside of them. Wearing a bullet proof vest can safe the life of a Police Dog.

WHY IS A DOGS TONGUE SO LARGE?

The tongue has many important functions for dogs – not just to transfer slobber from their mouth to someone’s face. The large size of the tongue allows dogs to bring food and water into their mouths, and to help chew and swallow the food once it’s there.

Dogs also use their tongue to groom and to lick their wounds – literally. Many pet owners believe that dogs actually sweat through their tongues. In reality, when Fido pants, the saliva evaporates which cools down his body – just like sweating does for people. The only sweat-producing glands in a dog’s body are in his feet.

The First German Shepherd dog said to set paw upon North America soil was in the year 1906.

The First German Shepherd Dog exhibited in America was in the year 1907.

The First German Shepherd Registered with the AKC was in the year 1908.

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