German Shepherd Superstar: RIN TIN TIN

Welcome, Pet Lovers, to my Rin Tin Tin page. Rinty the War Dog was a German Shepherd Superstar from the 1920s to 1930s who almost won an Oscar.

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I’m not from this era but I heard that most Americans grew up watching Rin Tin Tin, who was one of the first and most popular canine celebrities on the screen.

I was just amazed by the story of this puppy found and adopted by a US soldier in the chaos of World War I. Then brought it home and lived the American Dream.

I never thought about that German Shepherd Dogs was one of the most feared and misunderstood dog breeds in the World back in the days, as they were always used by the Nazis. And I liked the story that Rin Tin Tin movies actually removed this fear and even popularized these intelligent breeds as pets in the US.

VIDEO: German Shepherd Superstar

PROFILE: Rin Tin Tin

TRIVIA

• American soldier Lee Duncan found and rescued Rin Tin Tin from a battle in France during World War I in 1918.
• One of the first Dog Movie Stars appeared in over 27 movies during the 1920s and early 1930s.
• Trained as a War Dog, so he was intelligent and naturally athletic performing his stunts.
• Rinty was credited for helping Warner Bros. survive financially, due to Rinty movies being so popular.
• In 1960, he earned his own Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
• His legacy continued, with other generations of German Shepherds working in TV and Films. Most popular is the 1950s TV series “The Adventures of Rin Tin Tin”.
• It has always been rumored that Rinty got the most votes for Best Actor when the Academy Awards started in 1929. Unfortunately, the Academy made a decision to give the Award to a human being instead.

LINKS

Wikipedia
imdb
MostWantedCreatures
Amazon (Merch)

Books:

Rin Tin Tin: The Life and the Legend

Rin Tin Tin: The Life and the Legend by Susan Orlean

History’s Luckiest Puppy: The Story of Rin Tin Tin

KEY INFORMATION about German Shepherds

• Breed Type: Large, intelligent working dog originally bred for herding and protection.
• Size: 50-90 pounds; 22-26 inches tall.
• Coat: Medium-length, tan and black, or sable; sheds regularly.
• Temperament: Loyal, confident, courageous; protective of family.
• Intelligence: Highly intelligent and trainable; excels in various roles.
• Health: Lifespan of 9-13 years; prone to hip and elbow dysplasia.
• Exercise: Needs daily vigorous activity and mental stimulation.
• Training: Requires consistent, positive training and early socialization.
• Fun Fact: Used in police, military, and service roles due to their versatility.

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