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My name is Harris!

Posted over 2 months ago | Updated 5 days ago

Cared for by Paws From Afar
Adoption process
1

Submit Application

2

Interview

3

Home Check

4

Meet the Pet

5

Approve Application

6

Sign Adoption Contract

7

Pay Fee

Adoption fee: $500

This helps Paws From Afar with pet care costs.

My basic info

Breed
German Shepherd Dog
Color
Tan/Yellow/Fawn - with White
Age
Puppy
Size
Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)
Weight
29 lb (current)
Sex
Male
Pet ID
ps_1981005-1222637

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Good with kids
Checkmark in teal circle Good with dogs
Checkmark in teal circle Shots current
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered
Checkmark in teal circle Housetrained

My story

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

At just 8 months old, Harris, a stunning German Shepherd puppy, has already faced challenges most of us can hardly imagine. Found as a stray and on the brink of an untimely end in the euthanasia room, Harris's fate took a miraculous turn when he was saved at the last possible moment. This act of kindness has given him a second chance at life, one he so richly deserves.



Harris's journey from the streets to the safety of the shelter has been nothing short of extraordinary. Despite his unsettling start, his spirit remains unbroken. When you approach his kennel, you're greeted by a wagging tail, squinty eyes, and low ears—a testament to his gentle and hopeful nature. He may be a bit hesitant at first, as he follows treats and leads with a bit of uncertainty, but his willingness to trust and love again shines through his cautious demeanor.



Once out of his kennel and given a moment to adjust, Harris shows his true colors. He's a puppy who craves affection and interaction, albeit on his terms as he warms up to new surroundings and people. The shelter staff has made sure he receives extra enrichment, helping him to build confidence and prepare for a life outside the shelter walls.



Adopting Harris means welcoming a companion who has seen the darker side of life but remains optimistic about the future. He'll need patience, love, and understanding as he adjusts to his new home, but the rewards will be immeasurable. With time, Harris will transform from a cautious puppy into a loyal and loving member of your family, grateful for the second chance you've given him.



If you're ready to be the hero in Harris's story and give him the loving forever home he deserves, please contact us to learn more about the adoption process. Together, we can give Harris the life he was meant to live, full of love, safety, and endless tail wags.



We believe strongly in crate training your new arrival and keep the crate up so your pupper has their safe place, of course, their safe place should be full of dog beds, pillows and blankies.



Pet insurance is required prior to pick up, please make sure you calculate this into your monthly expenses we recommend Trupanion Why Trupanion? 1) Coverage for all new injuries and illnesses 2) They pay directly to the hospital or facility 3) Unlimited payout for the lifetime of your pet. Please send a copy of your policy to deb@pawsfromafar.org



Paws From Afar believes that all dogs should have adventures as often as possible, they need a change of scenery, smellery, new paths to explore or oceans to swim in. 



Harris is up-to-date on all vaccines and will be altered when he arrives to you his adoption fee is $500. If the pup is still listed, then they are still available. Keep in mind that we bring our dog up from the south and if you require a meet and greet, we are not the right rescue for you, we are happy to put you in touch with the pups fosters prior to adoption.  



To submit your adoption application please go to pawsfromafar.org



PLEASE DO NOT SEND AN I'M INTERESTED NOTE, APPLY INSTEAD, WE LOVE SEEING YOUR APPLICATIONS!


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Rescue
Paws From Afar

Contact info

Pet ID
ps_1981005-1222637
Contact
Phone
Address
Kennebunk, ME 04043

Their adoption process

1.

Submit Application

https://petstablished.com/adoption_form/24537/generic

2.

Interview

3.

Home Check

4.

Meet the Pet

5.

Approve Application

6.

Sign Adoption Contract

7.

Pay Fee

Additional adoption info

Paws From Afar takes the time to match our adopters with the pet we think will match the family, person, persons, that are inquiring about our adoptables.

Adoption application

Go meet their pets

Our pets are with Foster Families and we will schedule an appointment for you to meet them.

More about this rescue

We are a 501 (c)3 foster-based non-profit community of volunteers dedicated to finding forever homes for animals in need of adoption. Overcrowded animal shelters in the south and LA euthanize almost 70 percent of their animals due to lack of space or funds, and that is where we step in...We want to bring joy and tail wags to everyone we work with.