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Posted over 4 months ago
| Updated over 2 months 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
Purebred
Shots current
Spayed / Neutered
My story
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Here's what the humans have to say about me:
Fritz von Freist is a stunning, 11-12 month-old German Shepherd on the smaller side. Fritz brings a positive attitude and fun time anywhere he goes. He is always excited to get out in the sun for walks so that he can explore the neighborhood and perhaps even meet a new friend, which he very much enjoys. Fritz is a good greeter with people and dogs on and off leash. From walk time to play time, Fritz loves to socialize and run around with his best canine buds. (But he says no to cats.) He’ll even come up to his humans for pets in between and to show off his “sit” and “down” skills. After a day of activities, Fritz will happily nuzzle up to you for his favorite forms of affection: chest and ear scratches. That’s all he asks for in return for being the cutest and sweetest pup there ever was.
IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN Fritz von Freist YOU MUST FILL OUT AN ADOPTION 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.