1. Domain (Eukarya for German Shepherds)
2. Kingdom (Animalia)
3. Phylum (Chordata)
4. Class (Mammalia)
5. Order (Carnivora)
6. Family (Canidae)
7. Genus (Canis)
8. Species (Canis lupus familiaris)
However, within the species *Canis lupus familiaris* (which includes all domesticated dogs), there are various breeds, which are subgroups with distinct characteristics. The German Shepherd is one such breed.
Therefore, while there aren't 8 levels of classification specifically for German Shepherds, they fit within the standard 8 levels of classification for all living organisms, and are further classified as a specific breed within the species *Canis lupus familiaris*.