Keep in mind, German shepherd puppies don’t stop growing and aren’t ready to eat adult dog food… until they reach 12 to 24 months of age. The Dog Food Advisor has selected the 16 brands below because they meet safe calcium levels and other nutritional needs of adult German shepherds… and where noted… shepherd puppies, too. German shepherd puppies have a higher risk of developing a crippling form of canine hip dysplasia… if they’re fed a dog food that contains too much calcium for their larger breed type.

Which is not a problem… for adult shepherds. That’s because German shepherds are considered large breed dogs. When looking for the best dog food for a German shepherd… it’s important to choose a food that’s safe for your pet’s age.