What is the difference between German Shepherds in East Germany and West Germany? The coat colors of West German Shepherd Dogs are mainly black-red and black-brown, while the coat colors of East German Shepherd Dogs are mainly gray wolf and black. The West German Shepherd Dog is docile than the East German Shepherd Dog. The West German Shepherd Dog has a hunched back and strong obedience. It is suitable for family guard dogs and companion dogs. The East German flat back pays more attention to work performance.

West German Shepherd Dog and East German Shepherd Dog (DDR) are different in size, coat color, personality and working performance.

West German Shepherd Dog (focus on appearance): The most common one in China is the West German Shepherd Dog.

Color: Black red, mainly black brown

Personality: gentler than East German Shepherds

Characteristics: Arched back, big size, black face, black back, thick hair, gentler than East Germany, strong obedience, suitable for family guard dogs and companion dogs

East German Shepherd Dog (DDR): interprets the most basic and simple function-work.

Color: mainly gray wolf and black

Characteristics: Flat back, lean and compact, strong, ferocious, strong-willed, more focused on work performance, not recommended as a pet dog