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My name is
Shortie von Seelze!

Posted 1 year ago | Updated over 2 weeks ago

Adoption fee: $375

This helps Westside German Shepherd Rescue of Los Angeles with pet care costs.

My basic info

Breed
German Shepherd Dog
Color
Black - with Tan, Yellow or Fawn
Age
Adult
Size
Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)
Weight
Sex
Female
Pet ID

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Shots current
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

Shortie von Seelze is the most adorable 4-5 year-old Shepherd mix on the short side. Shortie told me she heard a rumor that the main reason she’s getting passed over is because she looks a bit… different with her short legs and long body. I said, “Girl, no! Everyone says you are just the cutest!" ” Her face? More expressive than every Pixar character put together? Her ears? Like the most perfect Koala to ever be born. Her fluffy coat? Makes every heiress in a Swiss Alps ski resort look like they’re wearing a middle school gym uniform. Her vibe? Just looking at her makes me smile. Speaking of the vibe, Shortie is a real girl’s girl (and may prefer women). She's gonna fit right in great at ladies’ brunch, ladies’ power walks (medium energy levels), and ladies’ sitting-in-sweatpants-and-watching-movies-night. A true lady, her manners are so good that we think she’s been secretly binging every episode of Downton Abbey. She takes treats gently, walks well on a leash, hangs out well on her own and already knows her “sit” command. We all aspire to be Shortie — socializing well even though she’s a bit of an introvert, calm under pressure, and oh-so-charming. If you don’t have a cat or small dog and you’re looking for a best friend, a reason to smile and, if the Barbie movie line “Every night is girl’s night” hit a cord with you — meet Shortie. Maybe the most dedicated love comes from a dog that other people pass over. In the (slightly edited) words of Shania Twain — “Let’s go, girls (especially Shortie)!”

IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN Shortie von Seelze YOU MUST FILL OUT AN ADOPTION APPLICATION ON OUR WEBSITE: www.sheprescue.org

Application link: http://www.sheprescue.org/Application_to_Adopt_a_Dog%20Main.html

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.
Rescue

Contact info

Pet ID
Contact
Address
3016 S. Hill St, Los Angeles, CA 90007

Their adoption process

Additional adoption info

In order to adopt any dog from Westside German Shepherd Rescue, one must fill out an adoption application first. Upon receipt of your application, a Westside adoption counselor will contact you.We do aerial home checks and you may be asked to supply pictures as well as arranging for a home visit prior to adoption.

Adoption fees vary with each dog and typically range from $150 to $500. They are set, taking into account the dog's age, training level, temperament, if they’re newly arrived, medical condition(s) (if any) and other factors. Adoption fees are used not only to rescue and place the dog you are personally adopting, but to aid in the future rescue and rehabilitation of other deserving dogs. Adoption fees are necessary; without fees, our rescue efforts would quickly come to an end. The adoption fee includes spay/neuter, microchip, and up-to-date vaccinations.

ADOPTION DAYS

******* Pre-approved applicants only *******

If you have submitted an online application but have not been approved by our volunteer, please do NOT come down to meet dogs as we won't be able to show you any. No on-site screening at this time. Once approved and told to come meet dogs, we will be happy to help you.

Adoption application

Go meet their pets

Wednesday: 11 am - 3 pm
Saturday: 11 am - 4 pm
Sunday: 1 pm - 4 pm
Other days by appointment only.

More about this rescue

Westside German Shepherd Rescue of Los Angeles is a 501c3 non-profit, no-kill rescue committed to saving all types of German Shepherd Dogs from high kill shelters and re-homing them to loving, qualified families.

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