Why are German Shepherds bad pets?

German Shepherds, like any large breed, are prone to canine hip dysplasia, a crippling and potentially fatal disease. Good GSD rescuers will also be aware of such problems, and whether the rescued dog you’re considering has shown symptoms of or has been treated for any health issues while with the rescue.

Why do German Shepherds become aggressive?

The pure bite strength of a grown German Shepherd is enough to break a bone and cause very serious physical injuries. This breed is also prone to becoming very territorial and possessive. If they feel like they are being invaded or have unwanted guests, this can lead to an aggressive outburst.

What are the bad traits of a German Shepherd?

The common behavioral issues in a GSD are:

• Attention seeking destructive behavior.
• Jumping.
• Chewing, biting, and mouthing.
• Digging the ground.
• Excessive barking.
• Over-protectiveness.
• Extremely dominating.

Do German Shepherds have a bad temperament?

The German Shepherd temperament is calm and caring. They are considered a good house dog. Their intelligence, respect, energy, loyalty, love, and alertness make them good family pets. Like most dogs, they do have a few health issues with arthritis and other joint issues in their later years of life.

Are Alsatians vicious?

The breed is naturally protective of its owners. If the German Shepherd is not properly socialized, it can become too aggressive with strangers. The German Shepherd is more likely to bite a stranger than a Labrador Retriever, but it is not nearly as aggressive breed as a Pit bull or Rottweiler.

What owning a German Shepherd says about you?

German shepherds are sometimes shy around strangers but warm up once they get to know you. Owners of German shepherds would do anything for their friends and make extremely loyal companions that are protective of those that they love.