{"id":1095,"date":"2023-09-07T20:44:07","date_gmt":"2023-09-08T00:44:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/elpastoraleman.org\/en\/?p=1095"},"modified":"2023-09-12T13:13:23","modified_gmt":"2023-09-12T17:13:23","slug":"german-shepherd-month-by-month","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/elpastoraleman.org\/en\/german-shepherd-month-by-month\/","title":{"rendered":"German Shepherd month by month: complete development, feeding and training guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">German Shepherd month by month: complete development, feeding and training guide<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Each month is crucial<\/strong> in the development of a German Shepherd. Knowing their specific needs at each stage will help you raise them in a healthy and happy way. In this complete guide we will explore the month by month growth of a German Shepherd, including:<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id1095_8e1cd2-31 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id1095_8e1cd2-31 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id1095_8e1cd2-31 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);grid-template-columns:repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));}.kb-row-layout-id1095_8e1cd2-31 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id1095_8e1cd2-31 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id1095_8e1cd2-31 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id1095_8e1cd2-31 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-2-columns kt-row-layout-equal 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.kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}.kadence-column1095_245cfb-a2 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column1095_245cfb-a2{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kt-row-column-wrap > .kadence-column1095_245cfb-a2{align-self:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kt-inner-column-height-full:not(.kt-has-1-columns) > .wp-block-kadence-column.kadence-column1095_245cfb-a2{align-self:auto;}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kt-inner-column-height-full:not(.kt-has-1-columns) > .wp-block-kadence-column.kadence-column1095_245cfb-a2 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column1095_245cfb-a2 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kt-row-column-wrap > .kadence-column1095_245cfb-a2{align-self:center;}.kt-inner-column-height-full:not(.kt-has-1-columns) > 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.kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column1095_5920ea-13\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"267\" src=\"https:\/\/elpastoraleman.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/09\/Pastor-Aleman-por-meses-e1694048136362-300x267.jpg\" alt=\"German Shepherd month by month\" class=\"wp-image-1096\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elpastoraleman.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/09\/Pastor-Aleman-por-meses-e1694048136362-300x267.jpg 300w, https:\/\/elpastoraleman.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/09\/Pastor-Aleman-por-meses-e1694048136362-1024x912.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/elpastoraleman.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/09\/Pastor-Aleman-por-meses-e1694048136362-150x134.jpg 150w, https:\/\/elpastoraleman.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/09\/Pastor-Aleman-por-meses-e1694048136362-768x684.jpg 768w, https:\/\/elpastoraleman.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/09\/Pastor-Aleman-por-meses-e1694048136362.jpg 1443w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size\">Let&#8217;s get to it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1 month old German Shepherd <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Physical and emotional development<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>At 30 days, your <b>German Shepherd<\/b> will open its eyes, crawl and start barking. It will weigh around 4 pounds and stand about 6 inches tall. Emotionally it will be very attached to its mother and litter mates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Recommended nutrition<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Only mother&#8217;s milk, or high quality milk replacer. Needs feeding every 2-3 hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Basic training<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Little training at this stage. Just start getting it used to human contact. Let it explore safe environments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Relevant products<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Puppy crates:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2 month old German Shepherd<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Developmental milestones<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>At 2 months, your German Shepherd will start to see, hear and smell. Its baby teeth will start coming in. It will weigh 4 to 6 pounds and stand about 10 inches tall.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Changes in nutrition<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It will be gradually weaned from liquid food to semi-solid food. 3-4 times a day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Initial obedience training<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You can start basic training, with its name, sit and stay. Always with positive reinforcement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Essential products<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Puppy leashes<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Puppy collars<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3 month old German Shepherd<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Social and behavioral development<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>At 3 months, your German Shepherd will start to show its unique personality. It will interact more and want to play. It will weigh about 18 pounds and stand 12 inches tall.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Nutrition and feeding schedule<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It can now eat on its own from a bowl. 4 meals a day of puppy food. Provide fresh water available at all times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Socialization training<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Introduce it to other people, dogs and new situations in a positive and safe way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Puppy trainers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4 month old German Shepherd<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dental development and chewing needs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>At 4 months all its baby teeth will have grown in. It will need chew toys. It will weigh about 26 pounds and stand 14 inches tall. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Transition to puppy food<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Gradually replace the soft food with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/s?k=puppy+kibble&amp;crid=1SAPGSDTRK7CF&amp;sprefix=puppy+ki%2Caps%2C187\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/481lljL\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">high quality puppy kibble<\/a>. 3-4 times a day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Focus on obedience training<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Reinforce basic commands like sit, stay and come. 10-15 minutes daily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dental toys, beds and quality puppy food<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Dental toys:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Beds:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Quality food:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5 month old German Shepherd<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Muscle and physical development<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>At 5 months its build will become more athletic. It will have more energy and agility. It will weigh about 44 pounds and stand 16 inches tall.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Nutrition for growth<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Continue with high quality, nutrient rich puppy food. Portions grow along with it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Advancement in training<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Introduce new commands like down, wait and up. Keep sessions short and fun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Coat care products<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Shampoo:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Brushes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6 month old German Shepherd<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Changes in exercise routine<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>At 6 months it can do moderate exercise like running and swimming. Avoid high impact until bones mature. It will weigh about 55 pounds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Age appropriate nutrition<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Consult your vet about transitioning to large breed puppy or young adult dog food.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Advanced training<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You can introduce more complex commands and start manners training at home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Exercise accessories and nutritional supplements<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Exercise accessories:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Nutritional supplements:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Adult German Shepherd<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Full development and maintenance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Between 18-24 months your German Shepherd will reach its full adult size of 24-35 inches tall and 66-88 pounds. Maintain exercise and feeding routines to keep it healthy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ongoing nutrition and care<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>High quality dry food for large breeds. 2 meals a day plus occasional snacks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>High quality dry food for large breeds:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Snacks:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Long term training<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Practice advanced obedience, detection, protection or other special skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Adult dog care products and training accessories<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Training:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion &#8211; German Shepherd month by month<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Caring for a German Shepherd from puppyhood is a big responsibility but very rewarding. Knowing their development month by month, providing proper nutrition and early training, we are setting the path for a happy and healthy life together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We hope this guide serves you in your wonderful journey of raising a German Shepherd.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1694223364312\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">What is the best food for a German Shepherd puppy?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>High quality puppy kibble made for large breeds, with quality proteins and essential nutrients for rapid development, is recommended.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1694223373683\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">How to train a German Shepherd puppy?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>With short and fun 5-15 minute sessions focused on positive reinforcement rather than punishment. Work on basic obedience and positive interaction.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1694223412545\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">When to spay or neuter a German Shepherd?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>It&#8217;s recommended to wait until at least the first heat cycle in females and 18-24 months in males, to allow full physical and behavioral development.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1694223434541\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">What coat care does a German Shepherd need?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Weekly brushing is recommended, occasional baths when needed, and regular checking of ears, eyes and nails.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1694223457851\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">How much exercise does a German Shepherd puppy need?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>About 15 minutes of active play 2-3 times per day is enough. 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