Pastor Alemán
- Orientative weight
- 22–40 kg
- Life expectancy
- 9–13 years
- Energy
- High
Temperament and daily life
Intelligent, loyal and work-driven. German Shepherds thrive with a job to do, such as training, scent games or sport, and can become anxious or destructive when under-stimulated. Early socialisation matters.
Health to keep an eye on
Commonly associated with hip and elbow dysplasia, digestive sensitivity and, in deep-chested individuals, bloat. Ask your vet about joint care as they age.
Coat and grooming
Medium to long double coat that sheds constantly and heavily. Brush several times a week.
Best suited to
Experienced or committed owners with time for training and daily activity.
General tendencies only: every animal is an individual. Health notes are not a diagnosis; ask your vet about your own pet.
Care notes
Watch hips and elbows. Very active mentally and physically.
Daily numbers for a typical adult
Dry food
315–495
g / day
Water
730–1270
mL / day
Exercise
59–126
min / day
PatiTools estimates for a healthy adult in ideal condition at the breed's typical weight range, normal activity and neutered, using about 3.6 kcal per gram of dry food. Your pet may need more or less: ask your vet.
General guidance, not a clinical standard: we found no veterinary guideline that sets exact minutes. Adjust to your pet's fitness, age and health, and follow your vet's advice.
Age in human years
- 1 years ≈ 15 human years
- 2 years ≈ 24 human years
- 5 years ≈ 41 human years
- 8 years ≈ 57 human years
- 10 years ≈ 68 human years
- 12 years ≈ 79 human years
Approximate and general. For dogs, the table depends on size; individuals and breeds vary.
Dangerous for this pet
Emergency-level foods and substances to keep out of reach.
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Written by the PatiTools Editorial Team for general information. It is not veterinary advice and does not replace a vet.