Questions for any seller who says trained

The phrase has no fixed definition.

German Shepherd resting its chin on a smooth floor

Control first

Because liability follows what an owner could have prevented, dependable obedience and secure containment are the strongest protections you can build.

Levels to separate

Manners and dependable recall.
Public steadiness around people and dogs.
Guided exercises led by a professional.
Work you watched in person.

Reasonable asks

Ask for a live demonstration, written records and a reference you can call.

German Shepherd lying in grass looking at the camera — Calm contact at rest says a lot.

Claims to question

No one can guarantee how a living animal will behave. A seller who does should be asked how.

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