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Posted over 8 years ago
| Updated over 6 years ago
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My basic info
Breed
Shepherd (Unknown Type)/Hound (Unknown Type)
Color
Black - with Tan, Yellow or Fawn
Age
Young
Size
Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg) (when grown)
Weight
–
Sex
Male
Pet ID
–
My details
Not good with kids
Good with dogs
Not good with cats
Shots current
Spayed / Neutered
Housetrained
My story
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Here's what the humans have to say about me:
Breed: Shepherd /Hound / Lab mix
Age: DOB: 10.28.15, 1 1/2 yrs.
Weight: 60 lbs.
Good with dogs: Yes
Good with cats: no
Good with kids: no
Energy level: very active
Good with men/strangers: no, has fear aggression
Hypoallergenic: no
Special home requirements or medical: none
Additional info: Atticus appears to be a German Shepherd / Hound / Lab mix. He is from Iran and we airlifted him to Los Angeles last year. He was adopted out but his family had to reluctantly return him because they have a toddler and Atticus was a little too big and played rough with him. The family emphasized that he is not a mean dog. He just wasn't a suitable choice for such a small child.
Because he does sometimes exhibit some fear aggression with strangers at first and because he can play rough with little ones (and steal their shoes and toys), we do not recommend him for a home with small kids. He's also not crazy about cats! We are working with him to try to desensitize him to cats.
Atticus is a full grown, long-legged beauty. He is very active, needs a lot of exercise and would make a great hiking partner. He would do best in a low-traffic home as he has had some issues with socializing with visitors to the home. He exhibited guarding behavior in the past.
He walks well on a leash and knows the commands SIT, STAY, SHAKE, GO TO YOUR ROOM (CRATE), HEAL. So, basically, he's a genius and he learns quickly. He loves his belly rubs and does well at adoption events with lots of other dogs and people around. Atticus is a wonderful dog. He just needs to find the right fit for a forever home.
IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN ADOPTING THIS DOG, PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU HAVE READ THE DOG'S INFORMATION CAREFULLY. ONCE YOU HAVE DONE SO, PLEASE DO THE FOLLOWING:
1. Visit www.dogswithoutborders.org
2. Then fill out an online ADOPTION APPLICATION - http://dogswithoutborders.org/adopt-a-dog/adoption-application/
3. Please wait to hear from our representative in approximately 48 hours on weekdays.
4. To learn more about our adoption process, please look up our Adoption FAQ’s. - http://dogswithoutborders.org/adopt-a-dog/adoption-faq/
