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How cute is this little pumpkin? Brandy is a sweet Shepherd/Lab mix, a real angel. She was pulled out of a high kill shelter by a kind woman who then asked us to help find her a home. Well, gosh, what can we say? Look at that face! I named her Brandy because she reminds me of the first dog my husband and I had when we lived in Alaska ~ same markings, same "Let's go do something fun!" expression. I miss that dog..... Anyway, Brandy is really a sweet puppy who will make a wonderful, albeit energetic, addition to your home! She is a bit hesitant when you first meet her ~ I suspect that someone was heavy-handed with this puppy. But once she knows that you aren't going to hurt her, she is an absolute love. Smart too! She is well on her way to being housetrained (love that!) and will play with you until the cows come home!!!

***According to dogbreedinfo.com, in April 1899, Capt. Max von Stephanitz registered a dog named Horan as the first Deutsche Schà¤ferhunde, which means German Shepherd Dog in English. Known for their tremendous loyalty and courage, they are calmly confident, but not hostile. This breed needs his people and should not be left isolated for long periods of time. They only bark when it is necessary.

Serious and almost human in his intelligence, they have a high learning ability. The breed is so intelligent and learns so readily that it has been used as a sheepdog, guard dog, in police work, as a guide for the blind, in search and rescue service, and in the military. The German Shepherd also excels in many other dog activities including schutzhund, tracking, obedience, agility, flyball, and ring sport. His fine nose can sniff out drugs and intruders, and can alert handlers to the presence of underground mines in time to avoid detonation, or gas leaks in a pipes buried 15 feet underground.

A quick daily brushing is best unless hair in the house is not a problem. They should be bathed rarely, only once or twice a year to avoid skin oil depletion. Shepherds have a life expectancy around 13 years.