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My basic info
Breed
German Shepherd Dog
Color
Tan/Yellow/Fawn - with Black
Age
Young
Size
Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg) (when grown)
Weight
–
Sex
Male
Pet ID
–
My details
Purebred
Shots current
Spayed / Neutered
My story
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Here's what the humans have to say about me:
Bosco von Bosel is a gorgeous, 2-year-old German Shepherd with a beautiful multi-hued coat. A bigger boy who is playful, upbeat and ready for anything, Bosco is housebroken and crate-trained and has excellent house and yard manners. He enjoys affection, likes to be with his people but isn't overly needy, and will lean into you for his pets, resting his head on your lap. Bosco responds to various commands, including sit, down, up, come and drop it (when playing fetch - and he loves to play fetch!). His tail is ready and wagging when it's time for a walk or hike. While at the rescue, Bosco did well in playgroups, and he is doing great with 3 other shepherds of varying ages and temperaments in his foster home. He enjoys playing with other dogs, but also senses when to give a dog space. Nearly perfect, right? Well, he's not for small dogs or cats. And he still has some puppy mouthiness, and at times can alert to another dog he sees. His forever home should not include children at this time, but it should include room to run and an owner who will enjoy exercising Bosco and stimulating his intelligence through games, scent work, etc. Another playful pup would be ideal.
Bosco von Bosel is in a foster home, offsite, and is NOT at our rescue location in Los Angeles.
IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN Bosco von Bosel YOU MUST FILL OUT AN APPLICATION ON OUR WEBSITE: www.sheprescue.org
Based on our experience, Westside's current thinking is to usually match first-time shepherd owners with a mix versus a purebred shepherd. Mixes are "softer" and somewhat more malleable. Exceptions can be made, however, for first-time adopters who show the confidence and leadership tendencies that purebreds will respect and respond to. Counselors have to use good judgment in assessing the attributes of the adopter, as well as of the dog. If you have doubts, get a second opinion from Robin or another experienced counselor.
