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β 14y agomaybe not normal, but it shouldn't be any type of problem at all. it should be used to other dogs though, if you have more. that would be an advantage.
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β 14y ago2yrs atleast
The average litter size for a German shepherd is about6. but there can be up to 13. but don't get your hopes up.
It's important to consider the potential challenges of raising littermates, such as competition for resources and bonding more strongly with each other than with you. It may be more manageable to stagger the introduction of two puppies to your home, giving each individual attention and training. Consulting with a professional trainer or behaviorist can help you make an informed decision.
In one litter? Up to 5 is average.
why is my male german shepherd smaller than the rest of his litter mates they r eight month old mine looks like hes only 6 month old compared to them. what happened??
2-6 is the average amount for a Shepherd
It's not necessarily a bad sign if there were only two puppies in the litter. Sometimes litters can be smaller in size. As long as the breeder has taken proper care of the puppies and the parents have been health tested, the puppies should be healthy. Make sure to ask the breeder for details about the health and upbringing of both the puppies and the parents.
Anywhere between 4-6 is average but many more or only one could be born in one litter.
Not necessarily. Health screening certificates for both parents (OFA and CERF at a minimum) are much more meaningful than how many pups are in a litter.
Litter in the context of trash on the ground has no group noun of its own. Litter is the context of newborn animals is the collective noun. Example: A litter of kittens was nestled in a basket.
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A group of puppies is called a litter. The size of a litter can vary drastically based on the breed and if it is the dogs first litter.