Are all German Shepherds born with floppy ears?
Yes, all German shepherd puppies are born with floppy ears. As they grow the cartilage in the ear will begin to strengthen and the ear will slowly start to stand up. This can happen anywhere between 6 weeks on up to several months. Normally you will get one ear to stand, then the other and your puppy will go through a growth spurt and they will both flop down again. You will also see your puppies ears both up in the morning and then as they get tired the ears begin to fall again. This is a normal process that takes place over several months in the beginning of your pups life. To entourage the ears to be strong it is of course recommended that you try your best to avoid rubbing them ruff or consistently petting them backward. The more you leave their ears alone in the beginning the easier it will be for the cartilage to grow strong and for the ears to erect. Exercising the dog with the ball or toy will also help the ears to stand up. It's the excitement that encourages the ears to come up nice and strong.
What are the age ranges of puppies and adult dogs?
Puppies range in age from 8 weeks to 6 months. Adult dogs range in age from 12 months and up.
I'm interested in purchasing a dog/puppy. How do I get started?
Click on the "Request More Information" button below, call us at (310) 909-7795, or email us at info@ftik9.com. For more detailed information click on the "Path to Purchase" navigation link above.
What is the cost of an FTI K9 puppy or trained adult dog?
Cost varies depending on several factors. Our puppies range in price from $3,500 - $5,000. Our adult trained dogs range in price from $10,000 to $60,000+. Please contact us for specific information and pricing on the "right" dog(s) for you.
Do you recommend dog health insurance?
Yes! Our clients have had a great experience with Healthy Paws Pet Insurance. For more information and a Family and Friends discount copy and paste the following link into your browser: http://bit.ly/1GKoAO1
What is the cost of an FTI K9 puppy or trained adult dog?
Cost varies depending on several factors. Our puppies range in price from $3,500 - $5,000. Our adult trained dogs range in price from $10,000 to $60,000+. Please contact us for specific information and pricing on the "right" dog(s) for you.
Who do you sell your dogs to?
We sell our dogs to people from all walks of life: families, business professionals, law enforcement/security, entertainers, athletes, among others. We pride ourselves on remaining discreet and sensitive to our clients' privacy.
How do your training methods differ from others?
Over the course of more than 30 years, Raul Hernandez developed and perfected unique and proprietary training methods, which have proven to consistently produce the finest trained European German Shepherds in the the world. The training starts with properly selecting the appropriate dog for the specific task(s) - family protection, law enforcement, service, agility, etc. Positive reinforcement is found at the core of all FTI K9 training. Our methods are based upon the dog having fun during his training, and is motivated because he enjoys working for his handler, and being paid with praise, food, and/or a ball. The FTI K9 training methods are based on four key principles: reality based, integration, practical, and performance. Our training program consists of three primary areas of instruction: socialization, obedience, and protection. In addition, we offer custom training - we have the experience and know-how to train our dogs for almost any task.
