German Shepherds

[MickZagger]

I'll slay him.

Take out the "s" and I think thats what you'll really do with him.

 

[Natebishop3]

Can anyone recommend some good dog food/puppy food? I've been looking at some of the brands that do not have by-products. I want something that's going to be healthy for my dog, but not break the bank.

 

[Nate4Prez]

What's the book for the positive reinforcement training?

Seven Minute Mark.

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[DP]

Only downside to the breed is hip dysplasia and the average Shepherd only lives 9 years.

My dog has a lot of shepard in her, and shes been kicking it strong for 14 years.

Also you and him need to take a dog training class, it will help you both and to also get him socialized around other dogs and people.

This is important to do.

 

[Natebishop3]

Had the breeder send me some pics.

 

[MickZagger]

Nice looking dog.

 

[Mediocre Man]

Why is it when certain pics are posted I can't view them? They show up as a small box with a red x in it.

 

[porkchopexpress]

Can anyone recommend some good dog food/puppy food? I've been looking at some of the brands that do not have by-products. I want something that's going to be healthy for my dog, but not break the bank.

The two brands we've used for our samoyed have been Taste of the Wild and Orijen, which is what he is eating now. Orijen seems to be the best product in the market, but its also one of the most expensive. But, because of its high protein level, you don't need to feed your dog quite as much. Another brand worth looking at is Innova Evo.

http://www.orijen.ca/orijen/about/

Useful site. Analyzes the content of various brands. Gives a pretty extensive ingredient listing and nutritional value.
http://www.dogfoodanalysis.com/dog_food_reviews/showcat.php/cat/8

For high quaity treats, use http://www.bestbullysticks.com/ Yes, a bully stick is exactly what it sounds like, but its a great alternative to raw hides, which aren't digestible (for the large chunks). Some of their treats seem a little odd (deer antlers, cow trachea, bully sticks, etc), but all seem to be great when compared to what you find at a typical petco/petsmart type pet store. Plus they are cheap.

Hope that helps

 

[HailBlazers]

Bad Ass! Nice Color Combo.

Anybody remember the Movie Munich? I watched it the other night and the one guy always had a black Shepard with light brown by his side, slick

 

[andalusian]

My dog lives up to his name........"Chuck Norris"

He works late nights selling exercise equipment on TV?

 

[EL PRESIDENTE]

dog is pretty badass. my boss bought one at his house in mexico a LITTLE bigger than that...they grow quickly and shit all over the place.

 

[Natebishop3]

The two brands we've used for our samoyed have been Taste of the Wild and Orijen, which is what he is eating now. Orijen seems to be the best product in the market, but its also one of the most expensive. But, because of its high protein level, you don't need to feed your dog quite as much. Another brand worth looking at is Innova Evo.

http://www.orijen.ca/orijen/about/

Useful site. Analyzes the content of various brands. Gives a pretty extensive ingredient listing and nutritional value.
http://www.dogfoodanalysis.com/dog_food_reviews/showcat.php/cat/8

For high quaity treats, use http://www.bestbullysticks.com/ Yes, a bully stick is exactly what it sounds like, but its a great alternative to raw hides, which aren't digestible (for the large chunks). Some of their treats seem a little odd (deer antlers, cow trachea, bully sticks, etc), but all seem to be great when compared to what you find at a typical petco/petsmart type pet store. Plus they are cheap.

Hope that helps

Where do you buy your Orijen? From what I can tell, there isn't a retailer in Oregon.

 

[ABM]

One day an old German Shepherd starts chasing rabbits and before long, discovers that he's lost. Wandering about, he notices a panther heading rapidly in his direction with the intention of having lunch.

The old German Shepherd thinks, 'Oh, oh! I'm in deep doo-doo now!' Noticing some bones on the ground close by, he immediately settles down to chew on the bones with his back to the approaching cat. Just as the panther is about to leap, the old German Shepherd exclaims loudly, 'Boy, that was one delicious panther! I wonder, if there are any more around here?'

Hearing this, the young panther halts his attack in mid-strike, a look of terror comes over him and he slinks away into the trees. 'Whew!' says the panther, 'That was close! That old German Shepherd nearly had me!'

Meanwhile, a squirrel who had been watching the whole scene from a nearby tree, figures he can put this knowledge to good use and trade it for protection from the panther. So, off he goes.

The squirrel soon catches up with the panther, spills the beans and strikes a deal for himself with the panther.

The young panther is furious at being made a fool of and says, 'Here, squirrel, hop on my back and see what's going to happen to that conniving canine!

Now, the old German Shepherd sees the panther coming with the squirrel on his back and thinks, 'What am I am going to do now?', but instead of running, the dog sits down with his back to his attackers, pretending he hasn't seen them yet, and just when they get close enough to hear, the old German Shepherd says... 'Where's that squirrel? I sent him off an hour ago to bring me another panther!

Moral of this story...

Don't mess with the old dogs... Age and skill will always overcome youth and treachery! BS and brilliance only come with age and experience.

 

[porkchopexpress]

Where do you buy your Orijen? From what I can tell, there isn't a retailer in Oregon.

I'm in San Diego, so I might not be able to help. But I could find in in Ithaca, NY so I would think someone in Portland would sell it. Just went back on their site. Here's the list for Oregon:

http://www.orijen.ca/orijen/storeLocator/OregonStoreListing.aspx

 

[Natebishop3]

I'm in San Diego, so I might not be able to help. But I could find in in Ithaca, NY so I would think someone in Portland would sell it. Just went back on their site. Here's the list for Oregon:

http://www.orijen.ca/orijen/storeLocator/OregonStoreListing.aspx

Awesome! Thanks very much.

 

[Rodolfo]

This place is pretty popular...mom used to get her GS food from this place all the time...raw diet stuff.
http://www.meatforcatsanddogs.com/