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The German Shepherd, also known in Britain as an Alsatian, is a German breed of working dog of medium to large size. It is characterized by its intelligent and obedient nature.
Its historical role was as a herding dog, for herding sheep. It has since been used in many other types of work, including disability assistance, search-and-rescue, police work, and warfare. It is commonly kept as a companion dog, and according to the Fédération Cynologique Internationale had the second-highest number of annual registrations in 2013.
| Height | Males | 60–65 cm (24–26 in) |
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| Females | 55–60 cm (22–24 in) |
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| Weight | Males | 30–40 kg (66–88 lb) |
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| Females | 22–32 kg (49–71 lb) |
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| Coat | Double coat | ||
| Colour | Tan with black saddle, sable, solid black or bi-colour | ||