Size
- Height
- 61–66 cm
- Weight
- 22.7–31.8 kg
Energy
Needs roughly 90 min a day. Rough estimate.
Family fit
Kids
Dogs
People
Lifespan
7.0–10.0 years
Running cost varies — see methodology.
Trait map
Eight axes that describe how this breed actually lives.
Energy
5/5
Trainability
5/5
Playfulness
4/5
Protectiveness
5/5
Barking
3/5
Good with children
5/5
Good with other dogs
3/5
Good with strangers
3/5
Compared against Weimaraner
Care needs
Shedding
4/5
Grooming
2/5
Drooling
2/5
Coat length
1/5
About the German Shepherd Dog
Editorial copy coming soon. In the meantime, the radar above summarises the trait data we have on file.
Frequently asked
How big does a German Shepherd Dog get?
Adult German Shepherd Dogs typically stand 61–66 cm at the shoulder and weigh 29.5–40.8 kg.
What's the life expectancy of a German Shepherd Dog?
German Shepherd Dogs usually live 7.0–10.0 years.
Is the German Shepherd Dog good with children?
German Shepherd Dogs tend to do well with children when well-socialised (5/5 on our scale). As always, supervise interactions with young kids.
How much exercise does a German Shepherd Dog need?
German Shepherd Dogs are roughly a 5/5 on our energy scale — figure on around 90 minutes a day of structured exercise as a starting point.
Is the German Shepherd Dog KC recognised?
Yes — the German Shepherd Dog is recognised by The Kennel Club.
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