German Shepherds can be a very energetic breed, and if left to their own devices for too long without the opportunity to exercise they may get destructive or frustrated. To avoid this you should make sure your dog gets a lot of exercise – when they wake up, in the middle of the day, and right before bed. If they’re getting all their needs met when it comes to activity, you’ll see that calm demeanor much more often than not! German Shepherds can be a very energetic breed, and if left to their own devices for too long without the opportunity to exercise they may get destructive or frustrated. To avoid this you should make sure your dog gets a lot of exercise – when they wake up, in the middle of the day, and right before bed. If they’re getting all their needs met when it comes to activity, you’ll see that calm demeanor much more often than not…