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my puppys ears

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Question
I have a 13 week old German sheared and when her ears go up they touch at the tips cute but they are all wrinkly is that normal?

Answer
It takes shepherd ears a while to stabilize standing up.  I wouldn't worry about them, just keep her on a good diet.  You should be feeding a puppy chow now. Switching to an adult chow for the larger breeds at 4 months, slows growth and helps develop sturdier joints.

Your dog definitely should be narrower at the waist than the hips and chest. You should be able to easily feel the ribs, but not see them. Each dog is different. Standard recommendations are a good place to start, but each dog must have its food and exercise adjusted to its individual needs. Here is a link to a good illustrated guide, http://www.longliveyourdog.com/twoplus/RateYourDog.aspx