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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

ARE THEY GOOD WITH CHILDREN?

Yes, German Shepherds are very good with children. We always advice people with a family to get a young puppy at age 8 weeks, the puppy will grow up as part of their family, and learn what is acceptable behaviour around the family. Children must also learn that the puppy is not just a new toy, but very much an intelligent being.  Puppies, like new babies, require time to be sleep in their own quiet place.

WHAT ABOUT TEMPERAMENT?

Our Gavarol German Shepherds are all sound in temperament, it is most important that both the Sire and Dam have good temperaments.
Our puppies are well socialized before they leave home, we advice new owners to continue the socialization of the puppies by attending puppy pre schools, puppy training classes, and generally getting the puppies out and about in a variety of situations so they continue to be well adjusted throughout their lives 

HOW MUCH CARE & ATTENTION DO THEY NEED?

German Shepherds are well known as a good healthy dog, Yes they are a large dog and require more food than a small dog, they do require regular exercise, they require a decent kennel to be housed in, and good fences around the property.
They require an annual vaccination and Vet check, and, of course, licensed with the local Council  

HOW INTELLIGENT ARE THEY?

German Shepherds are well known for their intelligence, as a family pet they are quick to learn what is required of them. They serve in the Armed and Police forces in many countries., including here in New Zealand.
They are the most loyal dogs, and a "friend for life".

WILL THE DOG GET ALONG WITH A CAT?

We do advice new puppy owners if they want a cat to get one at the same time as they get their puppy, however, many people already have a cat, a new puppy will soon learn it's place in the new household. The cat was there first, and will no doubt soon teach the puppy it's place in the household, the nose of a puppy is very sensitive, cats know this, but the puppy will learn to respect the cat and in no time at all they should be the best of friends.