“He originally came to us from another shelter in the area that was closing,” Hicks wrote in an April 3 email. “Coal was born with a deformity in his back leg, which required amputation. He is already ...

Arthritis in dogs is a condition in which the dog’s joints break down over time. German shepherds are especially at risk due to the prevalence of other joint conditions in their breed.

Unfortunately, German shepherds are likely to develop several health problems without careful breeding. These may include hip dysplasia, arthritis, and bloat due to their sizes. For those ...