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With a star-studded history and loving yet protective personality, it’s easy to understand why German Shepherd Dogs are one of the most popular breeds around. These pups possess the perfect blend of gentle love and fierce watchfulness. As long as you’re safe and content, they will be too. Full-grown, they typically weigh 50-90 pounds and stand 22-26 inches tall.

German Shepherd Dogs are generally excellent with children of all ages. German Shepherd Dogs are ultra territorial, making them among the least likely of breeds to run away from a fight. German Shepherds get along fine with children and other animals, as long as they’ve been socialized, and they prefer to live in a home with family around. They're moderate barkers — they'll alert you when something's up but aren't excessive.

German Shepherd Dogs are happiest when they’re doing some type of work, such as agility, obedience, or any activity that taps into their herding instincts. This breed enjoys helping and having a job to do, so they're often used as guide dogs and police dogs. No matter what the activity is, be sure to keep your German Shepherd busy with mental and physical activities to prevent boredom. Overall, their exercise needs are very high.

There are three varieties of German Shepherds: coarse and short-haired, coarse and long-haired, and wavy and long-haired. The most common dogs are tan with a black back and mask, but German Shepherds come in a variety of colors, including solid black, grey, brown, and yellow, tricolor, or sable. They also have several kinds of markings, such as “pencilling” (black lines on the toes) and “tar heels” (black on the back of the leg). Grooming-wise, this breed is low-maintenance.

German Shepherd Dogs are best suited for a home with a yard, though they can adapt to apartment life with enough exercise. German Shepherds get along fine with children and other animals, as long as they’ve been socialized, and they prefer to live in a home with family around. However, they don’t enjoy being with other dogs and would prefer to have the house to themselves. They are highly trainable and eager to learn.

Black and Tan Coonhounds have one of the best noses in the business. They are expert trackers and loving, family-friendly dogs. They get along well with most people and other animals. Some people say they have a musty smell, but their wonderful personalities more than make up for it. Full-grown, they typically weigh 65-110 pounds and stand 23-27 inches tall.

American Black and Tan Coonhounds are generally excellent with children of all ages. They get along really well with children and other animals, but can sometimes be a little too rambunctious for toddlers. They're fairly vocal dogs that bark regularly.

Black and Tan Coonhounds love to hunt. They’ll follow their nose as long as their leash or their yard will let them. If you’re a hunter, take them with you and they’ll love you forever. Overall, their exercise needs are very high.

The Black and Tan Coonhound has a short coat that sheds quite a bit. However, shedding can be reduced by brushing their hair weekly, which will also help distribute essential skin oils throughout their exterior. A lot of people notice that Black and Tan Coonhounds have a musty odor, which is common to hounds. Grooming-wise, this breed is low-maintenance.

American Black and Tan Coonhounds are best suited for a house with a good-sized yard. Black and Tan Coonhounds need room to roam. They do best in rural areas where they can get out and follow their noses to fun. They are moderately trainable with consistent effort.