Did Russell Crowe's German Shepherd perish in the opening battle in Gladiator?

Yes, Russell Crowe's character, Maximus, has a German Shepherd that perishes during the opening battle in "Gladiator." The dog is seen fighting alongside Maximus but is ultimately killed in the chaos of the battle. This moment adds to the emotional weight of the scene and underscores Maximus's loss and the brutality of war.