Is the German Shepherd a dangerous breed?
The perception that German Shepherds are a dangerous breed may come form the fact that they are largely used as police or military dogs, giving them a “bad” reputation. Their strong jaw and large teeth can also look scary. Although German Shepherd are largely loyal and obedient to their owners, they can be trained to attack upon command. When not trained properly, they can be aggressive. They also have short temperaments. They are also a target for Breed Specific Legislation in some countries and are perceived as inherently dangerous. Many people are working to outlaw BSL, as it unfairly targets larger dogs who are quite docile and well behaved when trained by responsible owners. So long as you are a responsible dog owner, a German Shepherd is not an inherently dangerous dog.
