More: I've had Axel since he was 7 weeks old and he is by far the most incredible GSD I've ever had and I've had german shepherds for 35 years now. I always am asked where he went for training, because he is so well behaved, and the truth is hes never been trained! yes i know that sounds crazy but its the honest truth! Although my shepherds have all be very intelligent, he is different, he's an old soul.....hes my best friend.