These Hilarious Reasons Will Make You Rethink Getting a German Shepherd
1 Jun 2018
German Shepherds have a reputation for being smart, loyal, and just a little too intense for their own good. That mix makes them lovable, but it also makes for some very funny everyday moments once they settle into a home.
[ADVERTISEMENT]
This story leans into the chaos of living with one of these dogs, from the nonstop energy to the dramatic reactions and the complete lack of personal space. The photos below turn all those familiar German Shepherd traits into a running joke.
[ADVERTISEMENT]
By the end, you may still want one, but you will definitely understand the warning signs.
They will never let you rest because they never sleep—like, ever!

[ADVERTISEMENT]
They are not always trainable.

They can be quite scary.

One simply can't take them to the store with you.

And the list of complaints only gets more dramatic from here.
And you can forget about taking them anywhere else.

You can't leave them alone because they will destroy everything.

Oh, yes, you also can't let them in your bed.

You will receive no love from them.

They exhibit no weaknesses—except for ice cream.

They are very dangerous dogs.

You will never see any cuteness in them.

They also scare very easily.

They don't really get along with other dogs.

Smiling is out of the question.

Beware! They are not cats!

It's not wise to leave your children alone with them.

You always have to play with them because they can't keep themselves entertained.

Playing is something they absolutely don't do.

Like, at all...

They will hunt you down.

It's too risky to be close to them without a muzzle.

Sometimes we just can't explain it.

Did I already mention that they aren't cute?

For a purebred GSD drama, see how a Craigslist poster refused over $300 and got roasted.