A Cut Above Working Animals In Black German Shepherd

By Sammy Bussey


Black German Shepherds have a sleek, muscular and elegant appearance. Their black color is extremely rare, and is the result of a regressive gene in both the male and female parent. Their dark appearance, along with physical agility, and protection instinct, make them perfect guard dogs. They are loyal and devoted family members, with a need to be socialized so not to be too protective of their families.

They do not automatically befriend people they don't know. They are inquisitive, and have a want to please and may become a bit sad if they cannot. They appreciate having a purpose and benefit from working.

Shepherds are trustworthy and worthy family pets, and are great in use in guarding. They have a superior sense of scent, advanced intellect, and a mind for protection. The dog was initially bred in Germany, and used as a sheep herder, who shepherded the flock.

German Shepherds do have a need to be socialized, and if owners leave this dog unattended too often, without human interaction, and companionship, or fail to take the leadership role in training the animal, aggression may be the result. German Shepherds are not typically known for aggression. All dogs need to be socialized and trained, and shepherds almost more than any other breed are highly trainable.

Their ability toward scent is also a valued characteristic of this animal. This makes it a great selection for police and military use. These dogs work as police partners in search and rescue. Shepherds also are invaluable in drug task teams.

Shepherds have been involved in cases that led to the arrest of many individuals. They are capable of finding people, bodies, and finding drugs. Their great sense of smell and ability to take orders on a 95% basis has offered police the benefit of solving crimes better, and officers say they prefer to use dogs over men to finish cases.

They are also used throughout the world in disaster situations, and have helped find lost adults, children, those missing in woods and forests. They have located survivors of catastrophes, to include flooded areas, people buried in avalanches, those thrown from or trapped in plane and train accidents, earthquakes and nameless others.

The use of guard dogs in search and rescue has meant many more lives have been saved due to their known endurance and their ability to pick up on the scent of skin cells. It is estimated use of one dog in such units is as effective as 20-30 men because cells can be traced to woods, buildings, rivers, floods and the like. It is this acute sense of smell, along with a refusal to give up until the job is done that makes this breed so useful.

They were also known to be used during World War II missions as messenger dogs. They were also used at ground zero, following 9/11 catastrophes. They have been used in search and rescues in many other well known tragedies.

Shepherds, with their guiding abilities are great companion and comrade to being the eyes and ears for those with disabilities. A quick animal, with speedy instincts and fast thinking ability, this animal serves as a guide to the blind and hearing impaired. They have high energy, and an advanced affinity for work, making them a great match for those with physical impairments. Those using these dogs can be assured of getting where they need with speed and safety. They are usually trained by charitable organizations and given to those who desire to adopt a guide shepherd.

Shepherds are also used to sometimes used as prey dogs, to assist their hunting partners in tracking bear or birds. Using dogs for tracking animals is generally regulated state to state, and not states allow dogs to track all animals. They have been used to track duck, deer, and raccoons.

Black German Shepherds are bigger and their backs are much straighter than other dogs of their breed. There is no cringing with the black breed. Such a trait is normal with brown and white dogs. The black animals also more closely resemble original shepherds of breeding in Germany.




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