Meet my new Jogging Partner!

gabiinacio
gabiinacio Posts: 124 Member
in Fitness and Exercise
I'm still debating on what to name him, its between Blu or Diesel. LOL!

He is a purebred blue & tan colored German Shepherd. (The blue color is caused from a recessive gene that fades out the black color, so his nose, eyes, and fur is a silvery / gray color) He is 9 weeks old, and yes he is huge!

A couple of more months, and he will be my joggin partner!


EDIT** Both his parents were OFA'd and have great hips according to their X-rays! So genetically speaking I have no worries regarding Hip Dysplasia. We definitely will not start jogging with him until he is out of his growing phase. I’m also not top of the line jogger either, so while he grows, I hope to be able to reach at least 2-3 miles without having to stop and walk for a minute. Haha! This will be a fun experience for both of us.


EDIT** Here is an awesome website explaing all the colors that German Shepherds come in. I know most of us are used to seeing the old fashioned "Rin Tin Tin" look alikes. But there is definatly more to this awesome breed!

http://www.bluedogs.8m.com/

At about 7 weeks old
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Him now at 9 weeks old.
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  • 3dogsrunning
    3dogsrunning Posts: 27,167 Member
    You can't post this without pics.
  • gabiinacio
    gabiinacio Posts: 124 Member
    Here are a few more!
  • gabiinacio
    gabiinacio Posts: 124 Member
    You can't post this without pics.

    Are the pics not coming through?
  • CatShelton
    CatShelton Posts: 147 Member
    You can't post this without pics.

    THIS! I grew up with Shepards and love them! Post a picture!
  • awtume9
    awtume9 Posts: 423 Member
    ^^ I agree, I want to see the puppy!!!
  • 3dogsrunning
    3dogsrunning Posts: 27,167 Member
    You can't post this without pics.

    Are the pics not coming through?

    I can't see them.
  • nicola1141
    nicola1141 Posts: 613 Member
    Nope, not coming through.
  • GiddyupTim
    GiddyupTim Posts: 2,819 Member
    Yeah, pics.
    I have always loved running with my dogs.
    But, you have to be careful with the big dogs. They tend to want to go faster than you do !
  • beachgod
    beachgod Posts: 567 Member
    Beautiful dog. I'm glad he's got some water to swim in!
  • starfish1783
    starfish1783 Posts: 120
    I saw the pics in your profile. He is beyond adorable!!! And he is going to be a biiiiiig boy, LOL! Have fun though - he looks like a sweetie :happy:
  • SavvyGurl0528
    SavvyGurl0528 Posts: 228 Member
    Either name sounds great. Congrats (wish I could see a picture).

    I got an Australian Shepherd (named him Ranger) for Christmas and he is my walking / jogging partner, along with our boxer / pit bull mix female.

    Everyone told me that I shouldn't push him too hard, he was just a pup and would not be able to handle walking for long periods of time, but boy, were they wrong. He's about 7 months old now and he gives me a workout.

    Have a good time with him. I always feel it's safer with a dog, especially one that might cause people to look twice before bothering you. You never know what kind of people are out there!

    I see some pics now. Thanks!

    Now that I look at him, he looks like a Diesel to me!
  • bcattoes
    bcattoes Posts: 17,299 Member
    Click her profile and you can see pics. Very cute puppy!
  • sunshyncatra
    sunshyncatra Posts: 598 Member
    I like Blu. He looks to sweet to be a Diesel, lol :)
  • babymaddux
    babymaddux Posts: 209 Member
    i'm getting pics, he's gorgeous!
  • 3dogsrunning
    3dogsrunning Posts: 27,167 Member
    I can see some now.

    :heart: :heart: :heart: :heart: :heart:

    I love the ears. Neither of my shepherds came as pups but I was able to find a puppy pic of one from the breeder.

    My oldest guy lives to run with me, he's 10 so we don't go as far anymore. Enjoy the pup!
  • jlapey
    jlapey Posts: 1,850 Member
    I'm still debating on what to name him, its between Blu or Diesel. LOL!

    He is a purebred blue & tan colored German Shepherd. (The blue color is caused from a recessive gene that fades out the black color, so his nose, eyes, and fur is a silvery / gray color) He is 9 weeks old, and yes he is huge!

    A couple of more months, and he will be my joggin partner!

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    4hw5r8.jpg

    4hw5r8.jpg
  • Amberlynnek
    Amberlynnek Posts: 405 Member
    Name him after some running shoes :P. I have a furry running partner too, her breed is blue-ticked stumpy tail. She's fun to bring along but be warned - You will learn where every single tree along your path is located.
  • SlimSumday
    SlimSumday Posts: 379 Member
    Awwwww, he's sooooooo ADORABLE!! Congratulations! :smile:
  • purplegoboom
    purplegoboom Posts: 400 Member
    Awww, congrats! My mom's German Shepard LOVES to run.
  • Shetchncn1
    Shetchncn1 Posts: 260 Member
    He is beautiful!!!
  • Quest529
    Quest529 Posts: 103 Member
    Handsome boy! If I recall, Blue gene GSD's eyes turn amber. It's really pretty.


    Also, be careful jogging with him. Dogs (med-large breed) dogs aren't fully matture until 18-24 months. Running on hard surfaces can cause major damage to their developing bones/joints. Also, GSDs are prone to hip displasia, with the upcoming jogging you might want to speak to your vet if they think you could go ahead and start a glucosamine supp. Due to the activity of our boy, he's been taking glucosamine since he was a year old.
  • quietHiker
    quietHiker Posts: 1,442 Member
    Doh!!!!!!! Soooooo adorable!!!!!! :)
  • gabiinacio
    gabiinacio Posts: 124 Member
    Thanks Everyone,

    I know right now he is way too young to come jog with me. But I sure am going to have fun playing with him in the meantime.
    His daddy is 120lbs and Mom is 75lbs. I've got a big boy on my hands!
  • marcoscu
    marcoscu Posts: 99 Member
    What a handsome boy he is!
  • leiann2003
    leiann2003 Posts: 16 Member
    He is adorable!!
  • Healthy_fresh_start
    Healthy_fresh_start Posts: 183 Member
    Thats almost enough to make me run!!! :D
  • ammadove
    ammadove Posts: 97 Member
    Love Love Love your new running partner ! Now I want one too !
  • Melissa22G
    Melissa22G Posts: 847 Member
    Freaking adorable! My vote is for Diesel :)
  • Erikalynne18
    Erikalynne18 Posts: 558 Member
    So cute!!! :D He's going to be some handsome! Have fun with him :)
  • TurtleRunnerNC
    TurtleRunnerNC Posts: 751 Member
    He is beautiful! !!!!!!!! When he grows into those ears he will be humungous

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