Shiloh Shepherd — breed guide
A larger, deliberately mellower rebuild of the German Shepherd — bred since the 1970s for size and a softer temperament.
At a glance
- Group
- herding
- Size
- Giant
- Weight
- 36–59 kg (79–130 lb)
- Life span
- 9–14 years
- Coat
- Plush or smooth long double coat
Living with a Shiloh Shepherd
- Moderate energy — a proper walk every day.
- Heavy grooming — frequent brushing and regular trims.
- Heavy shedding, especially in season.
- Quick to learn.
- Quiet.
- Good with children.
- Usually fine with a familiar dog; strange dogs need managing.
- Typically lives happily with a cat.
- Not well suited to a flat — space, exercise need or voice works against it.
- Better with previous experience behind you.
- Average heat tolerance.
- Handles cold well.
Temperament
Gentle · Steady · Intelligent · Soft
Health to watch
- Hip dysplasia
- Bloat (GDV)
- Degenerative myelopathy
- Pancreatic insufficiency
Owner-logged information shared via Leash Life is not veterinary advice; ask your vet about screening for these.
Questions people ask
Is a Shiloh Shepherd good with kids?
Generally yes. Shiloh Shepherds are usually good with children when raised with them and given their own quiet space.
Is a Shiloh Shepherd good with cats?
Usually yes. Shiloh Shepherds typically settle well with a resident cat — introduce them slowly and give the cat a high perch and a way out of the room.
How much exercise does a Shiloh Shepherd need?
A real walk every day, around 30–60 minutes.
Can a Shiloh Shepherd handle hot weather?
About average — use normal hot-day sense.
Leash Life keeps a Shiloh Shepherd's day — walks, meals, meds, weight — in one shared feed for the whole household, and warns on the walk weather this breed can't take. Free to start.