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My basic info
Breed
German Shepherd Dog
Color
Black
Age
Young
Size
Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg) (when grown)
Weight
–
Sex
Male
Pet ID
10966278-201638
My details
Good with dogs
Purebred
Shots current
Spayed / Neutered
Housetrained
My story
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Here's what the humans have to say about me:
Kole is a very handsome, all-black German Shepherd Dog. He's young -- just over a year old (born on 10/30/15). His sleek, glossy coat is stunning.
He's on the small side for a male (around 60 pounds). We expect him to fill out over the next year or so as he grows into his body. His size, energy, and athletic physique would make him an excellent candidate to train for agility competition.
He is a very loving, sweet boy who really appreciates attention, time, and kindness. He is also typical of GSD adolescents: high energy, playful, and goofy. He adores rough-and-tumble play with other confident dogs in his foster home, and he is also good with the tiny dog he lives with. However, he's not good around submissive dogs, so he's not a "dog park" kind of dog.
Kole is already house-trained and knows how to use a doggie door. He is also crate-trained. He's learning house manners in his foster home too. Kole needs an adopter who is committed to building on the obedience training he's started, as he's still learning (and wants to learn). He's food motivated and wants to please, so he's a joy to work with.
Breed experience would be very desirable, as adolescent GSDs tend to test boundaries and see how much they can get away with at this age. Good leadership is critical to shape any young GSD into the best dog it can be. Without that, Kole is likely to get into mischief.
Kole recently tested negative for heartworm disease and has been kept on prevention while in rescue.
On the adoption application, please identify the professional trainer or class you plan to use -- we strongly recommend researching this before seeking to adopt a dog.
ADOPTION FEE: $300
Upon adoption, all dogs are spayed/neutered, up-to-date on vaccinations, and microchipped.
If you are interested in meeting any dog listed as available for adoption, please fill out an adoption application: http://www.RedStickGermanShepherds.org. Sorry, we are not able to respond to requests for information by telephone. It is not possible to meet any dog without first completing an adoption application.
A completed adoption application, with vet and personal references, and a home check are required to apply to adopt. Applications are approved solely in the discretion of the RSGSR board of directors.
April 12, 2024, 10:31 am
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