How many German Shepherds live in the world?

It's impossible to know the exact number of German Shepherds living in the world. There's no global registry or census for pets, making it difficult to track their population.

However, we can estimate:

* The German Shepherd is one of the most popular dog breeds globally. This suggests a large population.

* The American Kennel Club (AKC) ranks the German Shepherd as the second most popular breed in the United States. This gives us a sense of their popularity in one country.

Based on these factors, we can say that the number of German Shepherds in the world is likely very high, but a precise figure is unavailable.