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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
My story
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Here's what the humans have to say about me:
Junior is a large, intelligent, handsome, young male who still needs more weight to fill out and a lot to learn. He came into our program as an owner surrender from a family that realized they did not have the time or finances to care for such a young pup that needed much, much more than they could give.
In his current foster home, he is living with one adult, one child (age 11), one male German Shepherd and one female Russell Terrier mix. He knows basic obedience commands, is crate and house trained. He will need continued training to polish his current skills.
When Junior first arrived in his foster home they had to work on his manners like, not jumping up on furniture, not jumping on people and objects (keeping all four feet on the floor), chasing his tail, being mouthy, pacing (anxiousness), and how to ride in a car. These are many things he did not get a chance to learn not to do while in his previous home. Although he will still chase his tail at times and can get mouthy, it has lessened during his training time in the foster home. If Junior is given a dog bed or blanket in his crate, he will shred it, not eat it or pull out the stuffing, but shred it to make it like a Gerbil’s nest.
Junior is one lucky pup since he can go with his foster mom to work (doggy day care) every week day. He gets extra human and dog interactions to help with his social skills as well as continued reinforcement of obedience commands to give him good manners.
He is a very happy dog with a sweet, loving and playful personality. His energy level is high and his foster family keeps him busy with a lot of mental stimulation and physical activities. Besides going to work with his foster mom, Junior gets a lot of play time, car rides, and walks. He even likes to splash in the kiddie pool when the weather is hot, play with a variety of toys, and play fetch.
He is friendly with other dogs and people, but he is not as engaging with people unless they have a ball or treat. He is just becoming more and more engaged with his foster mom as he has learned so much in the home (social skills, obedience commands, how to play and interact). He has become more comfortable and relaxed in the home, and will do great in an adoptive home where they will continue with his socialization and training.
If you are experienced with German Shepherds, have patience, committed to keeping up with the socialization from the foster home and attend dog training classes with Junior, then he could be the dog for you!
