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Why are German Shepherds so hyper?

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Created: 2022-07-16 18:24:10

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German Shepherd puppies are hyper because they were bred as herders. Therefore, they have a lot of energy, especially if not adequately exercised. They can also be hyper due to boredom, lack of proper training, and separation anxiety.


At what age do German Shepherds calm down?

When do German Shepherd puppies calm down? When a German Shepherd reaches the one year old, you should expect them to calm down a lot over the subsequent 6 to 12 months. Although your German Shepherd may continue to be hyper after two years, it will never be to the same extent of them in their adolescent age.

Why is my German Shepherd so hyper all the time?

Your German Shepherd's hyperactivity stems from the fact this breed is a herding dog, and his ancestors before him ran with his packs to control other animals. This trait affects the way German Shepherds interact with humans because they want to be the pack leader, which now means leading you.

How do I stop my German Shepherd from being so hyper?

Here are five ways to calm a hyper German Shepherd Dog:1Display a calm demeanor.2Exercise your dog in a risk-free environment.3Stop (unintentionally) rewarding hyperactivity with attention.4Reward calm behavior.5Use calming products.

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