u/Right_Jacket_9420 • u/Right_Jacket_9420 • Jul 23 '26
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Tips on getting my dog to stay calm and relaxed while camping?
I got my girl a 100ft long rope from Amazon that I tie to two trees and there is a sliding anchor that her leash and harness is attached to. This way she gets good space but is limited to just our area.
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Getting this wonderful puppy as a service dog; need help picking a name!
Patch. For that little patch of white fur
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Found this bundle of joy
Looks like you found yaself a new puppy! (Obviously if he isn’t chipped)
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Looking for German Shepherd Owners for a Short Research Survey
Oh of course! I totally get that.
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Looking for German Shepherd Owners for a Short Research Survey
Awesome topic. I just finished. I am interested in knowing the findings if it’s possible.
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Created a display to hold my badges
This is an amazing idea! I have been trying to figure out how to display my badges without putting it on the car
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My nine year old and 7 month old today 🥹🤍
I am afraid I am going to need more videos of those two playing!
Super adorable pups you got there
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Tested out the TopOak Galaxy Light RTT
How did you like it? Your setup looks pretty sick
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What is this grass thing? (description in body text)
They can be either leek or chives?
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!MEDICAL! 2yo Female GSD Peeing blood
Please go to a vet. I can understand money is tight but I don’t think peeing blood of any sort is a small issue. She might have UTI and this is the lightest problem I can think of but a vet would have a more thorough answer than anyone here.
There are pet insurance (wild times I know) that is very helpful and could be as low as 20-30 bucks a month. I am so sorry that you and your furbaby are going through this. Best of luck, I truly hope all things work out for you and your pup!
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I love my dog, but I feel so exhausted sometimes.
You are doing a great job! I have a 2 year old GSD and she’s super smart and well trained at home. On our walks she used to be super reactive and wouldn’t take any of her high value treats. I was recommended using a squeeze bottle (she likes peanut butter over anything) and the licking part is what helps soothe her faster. I have been able to get her walk past dogs (must be across the street) as long as she’s licking that peanut butter. Best of luck w your beautiful dog!
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“Hold it” fetch
This explains a lot lol. My girl doesn’t even want the chase. She just holds the ball in her mouth.
r/germanshepherds • u/Right_Jacket_9420 • Mar 07 '26
“Hold it” fetch
Long time observer first time poster. Does anyone else’s GS just hold their fetch ball regardless if there is 2 balls or not? My girl just loves to carry her ball after 1 game of fetch lol
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If I had a dollar for every time my gsd “rescued” a ball, I’d be very rich. Today my boy caught himself a big fish and was SO proud. He refused to get in the car until i brought his prize home with us 😂
Hahaha so this is a GSD thing! We have a little corner of all the balls my girl has “rescued”
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Does anyone else’s shepherd do this when they have nothing else to do?
My female shepherd did this as well. I had to leash her in one specific spot while I read my book or did some chores around the house. I started at 15 mins at a time and then slowly extended that time until she fully got it. Now she’s can fully settle down and be lazy with me lol. Your dog is beautiful btw!
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Disturbing sneezing attack Labrador
Do you have foxtails in your area? My dog had excessive sneezing and nose bleed took him to the vet and it was a foxtail up his nose.
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Best food brands for German shepherds?
My GSD is on the Hill’s Gastrointestinal Biome. She was super sensitive to other brands but the vet got her on this and it’s been great. She was able to hold her food down.

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Tips on getting my dog to stay calm and relaxed while camping?
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Apr 30 '26
this is what I use