The White Shepherd is also a popular show and family companion. 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. The White Shepherd also excels in many other dog activities including schutzhund, tracking, obedience, agility, flyball and ring sport. 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. This is not a breed that will be happy simply lying around your living room or locked out in the backyard. They need somewhere to channel their mental and physical energy. With this highly skilled working dog comes a drive to have a job and a task in life and a consistent pack leader to show it guidance. White Shepherds are one of the smartest and most trainable breeds. Learn canine instincts and treat the dog accordingly. Do not treat this dog as if he were human. Owners need to have an air of natural authority to their demeanor. White Shepherds will not listen if they sense that they are stronger minded than their owner, however they will also not respond well to harsh discipline. They should be trained and socialized from an early age. White Shepherds that have passive owners and/or whose instincts are not being met can become timid, skittish and may be prone to fear biting and develop a guarding issue. They must be firmly trained in obedience from an early age. A stable, well-adjusted and trained dog is for the most part generally good with other pets and excellent with children in the family. This breed needs owners who are naturally authoritative over the dog in a calm, but firm, confident and consistent way. Problems arise when an owner allows the dog to believe he is pack leader over humans and/or does not give the dog the mental and physical daily exercise it needs to be stable. Aggression and attacks on people are due to poor handling and training. Socialized this breed well starting at puppyhood. Often used as police dogs, the White Shepherd has a very strong protective instinct, and is extremely loyal to its handler. They only bark when they feel it is necessary. This breed needs its people and should not be left isolated for long periods of time. White Shepherds love to be close to their families, but can be wary of strangers. They will not think twice about giving their lives for their human pack. Tranquil, confident, serious and clever, White Shepherds are extremely faithful and brave. They are cheerful, obedient and eager to learn. White Shepherds are courageous, keen, alert and fearless.
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