Sounds like a lot to you? Then you’re probably better off with another breed. In other words, the last thing you want is a German Shepherd that’s bored out of his or her mind.Ī bored German Shepherd will likely show destructive behavior in the apartment while you’re out at work.Īccording to the American Kennel Club, these dogs need around 2 hours of exercise a day. If you live in an apartment and you’re busy with work or other activities, then a German Shepherd is not right for you.ĭaily activity not only keeps them physically healthy, but also mentally stable. Without it, it’s going to be very difficult for them to exercise themselves. The problem with apartments is the the lack of a large enclosed backyard. As such, they have a ton of excess energy that needs to be depleted on a daily basis.
German Shepherds are herding dogs with the mentality of a working dog. By doing so, you’re probably going to cause more trouble in the end. Apartment Living: German Shepherd Basic NeedsĪs mentioned, German Shepherds have a lot of basic needs that need to be met if they’re going to be living in an apartment.ĭon’t expect to leave your dog at home all day and think that’s okay. It’s better to be honest than to live a lie. That being said, there’s almost no way of deceiving your neighbors and landlord when they’ve reached physical maturity. You’ll need to take your German Shepherd out all the time while living in an apartment. In the end, this can create a lot of trouble for you – both legally and financially. Some dishonest owners may claim that their German Shepherd is a Labrador Retriever or a Husky to get past a breed-specific ban. For example, the breed of a puppy isn’t always as obvious, especially to those who aren’t often exposed to dogs. Be Honest About Your GSDĪ common mistake that many owners make is being dishonest with the landlord. Telling them, “but my German Shepherd isn’t aggressive like the others” probably won’t work well. Regardless of what I think, this is the reality of apartment complexes and is something you need to consider. The environment along with training, play a huge role in a dog’s aggressive tendencies. I personally think this is absurd because not all dogs are the same. In this case, there’s very little you can do about it. Often times this ban is city-wide, according to the Breed-Specific Legislation. These dogs include Pit Bulls, Chow Chows, Rottweilers, Dobermanns and German Shepherds. – Thesupersoap33 (Reddit)Īs ridiculous as it sounds, some apartment complexes will outright ban specific breeds that they deem dangerous and aggressive.
It’s not going to “calm him down.” I’m pretty upset they’re requiring it. My apartment is requiring me to have my dog neutered and I don’t want to do it…I have a letter from my doc saying I have PTSD. So, make sure to consult with your landlord or apartment company before bringing home a German Shepherd.ĭon’t be surprised if you find apartments that request other requirements, such as the neutering or spaying of your German Shepherd: Similarly, my sister’s apartment only allows dogs at least one year old.Įven though your GSD may be a small puppy, they’ll eventually grow to its adult size (in roughly one year). Though an apartment may be “dog-friendly,” they may have have weight limits and age requirements.įor example, my Grandpa’s apartment complex only allows dogs under 30 pounds. Not every apartment building allows dogs, especially dogs of this size. The first thing you must consider is the apartment complex.
“First you have to start socializing dogs with people and other dogs. Molly in action during a training session with Mexico City’s Banking and Industrial Police. ‘Molly’, la perrita que fue abandonada y ahora patrulla las calles de #CdMx para detectar drogas /V8G5je2ykN The head of the PBI canine unit, Samuel Baltasar, said that in order to train the dogs for service, instructors socialize them and use play to teach them a task. The dogs serve the PBI for around eight years, after which they return to their trainers. The canine unit was created in 1997 and has 16 dogs specialized in search and rescue and detecting explosives or narcotics. The 1 1/2-year-old German shepherd now helps search for drugs on the city’s public transportation as part of the “Safe Passenger” security program.