German Shepherds are known for their strength and intelligence. Enjoy wallpapers of a German Shepherd dog & puppy with every new tabFor all you dog, puppy and animal lovers, enjoy our beautiful wallpaper images of this working dog. Learn fun facts about these dogs and puppies, like the fact that German Shepherds, also called Alsatian dogs, were bred specifically for their intelligence. Coupled with their strength, this trait makes the breed desirable as police, guard, search and rescue dogs, as they are able to quickly learn different tasks better than other breeds. The German Shepherd is a popular choice since this pet is well renowned for its protectiveness over family members.