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Posted over 6 years ago
| Updated over 6 years ago
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My basic info
Breed
German Shepherd Dog
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
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:
Before calling about this dog, please read our adoption requirements at http://gsrne.org/requirements-for-adopting-from-gsrne
Jay will be three years old in August, and his foster Dad tells us that he still has an active puppy-like attitude towards life. He shares his foster home with the resident female GSD, Jasmine; and he’ll cut her off in order to run and get some attention. He does like attention and becomes very devoted to his family; his foster Dad has children who visit regularly, and Jay has become somewhat protective of them.
When it comes to toys, Jay does not have a lot of interest in playing with them. He will show some interest in a toy that bounces, but he’s not very interested in fetching a ball and bringing it back. He does like to dig holes in the yard and has to be distracted from doing that. Another thing he really likes is going for walks; he and his foster Dad go for 3-4 miles a day. Jay doesn’t like to be surprised during their walks, though, and he has been reactive when a bike came past them from behind and when a jogger came right at them. His adopter will have to continue working with him to make him more comfortable in all situations.
Jay was born and grew up in the Dominican Republic and came here with his owner when she moved in order to live with her daughter. Unfortunately, the landlord would not allow a German Shepherd to live in the building, and the owner relinquished Jay to an animal shelter. Fortunately for Jay, the shelter contacted GSRNE, and we were able to move him to a foster home.
When his foster Dad is at work, he stays calmly in his crate and has no problem going in there when it’s time. His foster Dad says he likes his crate. Jay is not bothered by loud noises and did very well on the 4th of July, ignoring the fireworks that could be heard nearby. One thing we’ve found that he doesn’t like is water, but he does enjoy being brushed.
If you’re looking for an active boy and will enjoy building on the training he has already had, please ask us about meeting Jay!
