At the risk of being chastised for being far off topic, thought I'd ask if anyone here has much experience with German Shepheard dogs. My last dog, a recued mutt, died about three years ago and I think that I'm ready to get another. There is a local breeder who does have the reputation for having very good shepheards and will be having a litter in Feb. While it seems silly to spend $500. on a dog, they do last along time. It would be mostly a hiking buddy but it would make me feel that my wife might be alittle safer when I'm away. I've never had a shepheard before, any big negatives? Thanks