Q: Gretchen, our 9-year-old German shepherd, recently developed hind leg weakness. Her veterinarian recommends testing for degenerative myelopathy. Many years ago, another of our shepherds had ...

German shepherds are one of America’s favorite big dogs, coming in fourth place behind Labradors and Golden retrievers, according to the American Kennel Club. The loyal, brainy and courageous breed is ...

The German Shepherd is one of the most recognized and admired dog breeds. Best known for their intelligence, loyalty, and versatility, they are often seen as the epitome of the working dog. However, ...