German Shepherd Puppies for Sale

Breed Information

Breed Group: Herding
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Overview
This breed was developed in the 19th century by Max Von Stephanitz who is considered to be the father of the German Shepherd. Revered for their versatility as companion and for their dedication to work, this breed has the distinction of being the first dog ever used as a guide for the blind. Today the German Shepherd is one of the most popular breeds in the world.
Character
The German Shepherd is a breed of classic beauty and possesses superior intelligence. They are highly adaptable, energetic, curious, strong, and dependable. This breed displays a magnificent appearance and is extremely agile with great stamina and endurance.
Temperament
A member of the herding group, the German Shepherd is fearless, bold, hard working, and alert. They are esteemed for their loyalty, deep devotion, and courage. This breed thrives on human interaction from their family and does not like to be left alone for extended periods of time. German Shepherds are exceptionally wary of strangers. They will most generally get along with other household pets they have been raised with. This breed will attempt to perform the task of herding on anything and everything that moves. The German Shepherd is not recommended for the novice, apathetic, or sedentary owner.
Care
This breed requires daily brushing to minimize loose hair. Bathing should only be done when absolutely necessary using a mild shampoo to preserve the integrity of the coat. German Shepherds are prone to such health issues as blood disorders, elbow and hip dysplasia, epilepsy, flea allergies, digestive problems, and chronic eczema.
Coat
The German Shepherd is a double coat breed. The outer coat is harsh, straight, and thick. The under coat is dense and soft. The coat comes in a variety of colors such as black and tan, black and cream, black and silver, solid black, and sable. The German Shepherd comes in three varieties: rough coat, long hair, and long rough coat. This breed is a continuous shedder with seasonal heavy shedding.
Training
The German Shepherd requires early intensive and extensive socialization and obedience training. They will not respond to harsh or heavy-handed methods. This breed is obedient and quick to learn. Training must be done with respect, firmness, fairness, reward, and consistency. They are exceptionally talented in tracking, schutzhund, agility, obedience, fly-ball, and ring sport. The German Shepherd is often used in police work, search and rescue, as a guide for the blind, and military work.
Activity
This breed is happiest when given a job to do. They require strenuous exercise and enjoy securely leashed walks, family play sessions, and a large safely fenced area to romp and run freely in. The German Shepherd will do okay in an apartment or condominium dwelling provided they are given sufficient exercise, stimulation, and attention.
Weight
75-95 lbs
Height
Male: 24-26; Female: 22-24 inches
Color(s)
most colors, other than white, are permissible.
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German Shepherd Puppies for Sale Expected Budget in 2024

Learn what to expect when researching the price of German Shepherd puppies for sale near me.

How much do German Shepherd puppies for sale cost?

The cost for a German Shepherd puppy for sale varies greatly and depends on many factors such as the breeders' location, reputation, litter size, lineage of the puppy, breed popularity (supply and demand), training, socialization efforts, breed lines and much more. Before searching "German Shepherd puppies for sale near me", review their average cost below.

The current median price for all German Shepherds for sale is $1,000.00. This is the price you can expect to budget for a German Shepherd with papers but without breeding rights nor show quality. Expect to pay less for a German Shepherd puppy for sale without papers, however, we do not recommend buying a puppy without papers.

Looking for a German Shepherd puppy with a superior lineage? Are you trying to determine how much a German Shepherd with breeding rights and papers would cost? You should expect to pay a premium for a German Shepherd puppy with breeding rights or even German Shepherds for sale advertised as show quality with papers. You should budget anywhere from $2,900 upwards to $10,000 or even more for German Shepherd puppies for sale with top breed lines and a superior pedigree. The average cost for all German Shepherds for sale is $900.

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What can I expect to pay for a German Shepherd puppy near me?

Median Price: $1,000.00
Average Price: $900.00
Top Quality: $2,900.00 to $10,000.00

*Data sourced from 58644 German Shepherd puppies for sale across the United States on NextDayPets.com.

Annual cost of owning a German Shepherd puppy for sale

When googling "German Shepherd puppy for sale near me" it is important to understand the associated costs of owning a dog. The annual cost or "upkeep" is often overlooked when determining a German Shepherds true ownership cost. When calculating your budget make sure you account for the price of food, vaccines, heartworm, deworming, flea control, vet bills, spay/neuter fees, grooming, dental care, food, training and supplies such as a collar, leash, crate, bed, bowls, bones, and toys. All of these items can add up quickly so make sure you estimate anywhere from $500 - $2,000 or more for the first year then about $500 - $1,000 or more every year thereafter to meet the annual financial obligations of your growing, loving dog.

Most Popular German Shepherd Puppy for Sale Names for 2024

We've compiled the top 20 male and female German Shepherd names for 2024 after analyzing 58644 German Shepherd puppies for sale.
  • 1. Max
  • 2. Bella
  • 3. Daisy
  • 4. Duke
  • 5. Ace
  • 6. Puppy
  • 7. Sarge
  • 8. Heidi
  • 9. Rosie
  • 10. Harley
  • 11. Rex
  • 12. Bear
  • 13. Sasha
  • 14. Ranger
  • 15. Lucy
  • 16. Abby
  • 17. Willow
  • 18. Holly
  • 19. Rocky
  • 20. Toby

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Featured Breeder of German Shepherds with Puppies For Sale
World Class Cavaliers
Member Since: November 2014
Location: South Florida, Florida
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Dog Breeder in Miami, FL with top quality Cavalier King Charles puppies for sale. We are breeding and raising top quality puppies for family companion all the way to service or emotional support dogs. We specialize in placing the right dog in the right home! We have 42 years of experience and in third generation. We have Cavalier King Charles puppies in all 4 colors (Blenheim, ruby, tricolor and black&tan). All our puppies are raised with quality care from day one to insure a happy, confident, well balanced temperament. They are around children, cats and smaller dogs to make sure they will acclimate well with any kind of household. Our puppies will start their formal house training before going to their new families. We only breed to improve their temperament, health and confirmation. Our puppies come: VACCINATED MICROCHIPPED DEWORMED 10 YEAR HEALTH WARRANTY VET HEALTH CERTIFICATE REGISTRATION PAPERS We work very hard with our new family members to insure all our puppies are well socialist and pre-spoiled when leaving to their new forever homes! You will be glad you chose a puppy from us! Financing and shipping available. Check out our upcoming litters on our website http://www.worldclasscavaliers.com

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Updated: 3/18/2024