Overview: No, shaving a German Shepherd in the summer is usually not a good idea. Their double coat does more than hold heat. It helps protect the skin, buffers direct sun exposure, and supports normal temperature regulation when the coat is properly brushed and...

Key Points: German Shepherd paw licking can be normal when it happens occasionally as part of grooming, but frequent or intense licking usually points to a problem. Common causes include allergies, irritation, parasites, injury, bacterial or yeast infections, and stress-related compulsive behavior. The best...