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   hoodsposted 14 years ago

   why does my longhaired german shepherd pup 7months old always need to be with me. i bought him at 6months old. he is like a magnet. he also whilst out never stops barking. chases bikes, cars and anything that haS WHEELS.

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      Will Bensonposted 14 years agoin reply to this

      Shepherds need a lot of exercise and above all, obedience training - with a trainer who's familiar w/GSDs.  Mine always barked a lot but I live in the country so it's not really a problem. Best to get professional advice.
      
      Best of luck w/your pup.

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      HoosierDONKposted 14 years agoin reply to this

      Damned dude you got a mess.. First of all you have to get control of your dog.  He/she should be in a fenced yard or out in the county not running the streets?  He/she does need some obedience training.
      
      I can tell you that I have a two year old German Shepherd.  She spends all her time with me.  Watches whenever I get up and follows me where ever I go.. Actually I wouldn't want it any other way. 
      
      Looks to me that they are as MikeNV comments very social animals.  It might be that this is not the breed of dog for you.

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         Arthur Fontesposted 14 years agoin reply to this

         My five year old German Shepard is always within my arms reach.  Exactly where I want him, he is a loyal dog and likes nothing better then to be near me.  The feeling is quite mutual.

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   MikeNVposted 14 years ago

   Apparently Dogs are social animals and like to be in situations that make them feel better.
   
   Why wouldn't he want to be with you?

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   wychicposted 14 years ago

   Not only are dogs naturally extremely social and attention-seeking creatures, but don't forget that you also have a baby. He's young, he's used to being with a litter and probably a mother too, and you are the focus of his life now. This clingy behavior is consistent with all of the dogs I've ever had, most recently the pup that I adopted at six months old, now nine months old. She had a bad start in life, which could account for some of her separation anxiety, but for the most part she just craves attention like any other young thing, especially a dog.

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   Tay Czar Talkposted 14 years ago

   Dogs are pack animals, and you are now "His Person"  most dogs I have ever had were like this especially the German Shepherds and Dobermans , I believe this is somewhat of a Breed trait in these dogs and therefore will remain even as your dog matures, personally I am completely fine with that!
   I had an Akita at one time that was although affectionate  the most aloof dog I ever had...more like the personality most associate with cats, this took me awhile to adjust too!

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   anonymous82posted 14 years ago

   You need to think about the nature of your breed.  It's probably called a German Shepherd for a reason...Perhaps because the breed was used as a Sheepdog in the early 20th Century? 
   As far as the barking and chasing cars:  It's hard to tell without hearing the bark and watching his body language (Does the bark start low-pitched and end in a high pitch, is it a growl bark, are his hackles raised, head up/down, tail up or down?)
   You probably won't find an accurate answer on a forum.  Seek help before you have a real problem.

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   blondepoetposted 14 years ago

   Why does the dog next door always have to poop near my mail box? Grrrrr I get so mad I feel like scooping it up everyday and putting it back in my neighbour's mail-box.

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   Has_aWayWithWordsposted 14 years ago

   my boston terrier uses the same area every time for some reason, I guess thy have the same instnct as humans. You know how even when you are drunk you still know how to find a place to sh1t...lol   seriously  I think it is just a learned habit. Talk to the neighbor and if he/she won't correct the dog then put a poop bag on his door step.

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      blondepoetposted 14 years agoin reply to this

      Oh that's a terrific plan. If that doesn't give them the hint god knows what will. Maybe they pick the mail-box as they may have secretly placed a order for mutton bones on Ebay and they are just waiting for their parcel to arrive. Thanks hasawaywith words nice to meet you anyway.

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