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My basic info
Breed
German Shepherd Dog/Mixed Breed (Medium)
Color
Brown/Chocolate
Age
5 years 5 months old, Adult
Size
Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg) (when grown)
Weight
62 lbs (current)
Sex
Male
Pet ID
9831
My details
Spayed / Neutered
My story
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Here's what the humans have to say about me:
❤️🩹TEDDY has been up for adoption for OVER A YEAR❤️🩹
Meet Teddy, a 5-year-old German Shepherd mix with a big personality and an even bigger heart. Teddy’s journey hasn’t been easy—his body carries scars, and his ears were damaged before he ever knew kindness. But this goofy, gregarious boy has come so far, and he’s ready for a home that will continue building his trust.
🐾 What makes Teddy special:
• Full of character—playful, curious, and downright hilarious at times
• Crate trained, muzzle trained, and happy to entertain himself (no separation anxiety here!)
• Thrives in nosework and would love fun hobbies like tracking or detection games
• Malleable in training—he loves working with people he trusts
• Loyal, loving, and bonds deeply once he knows you
⚡ Things to know:
• Needs a stable home with only one or two consistent handlers—too many people can overwhelm him
• Cautious with new people—needs slow introductions and respectful space
• Best as an only focused dog in the home
• No cats, no small animals, no kids
• No male dogs; might be able to pair with one solid, mellow, playful female dog if the fit is right
• Would not do well with another dog that shares his same guarded tendencies—he needs good role models
• In training now and continuing to build confidence every day
🏡 Ideal Home:
• Patient adopters committed to continuing his training with professional support
• A calm, structured environment where his world stays predictable and safe
• Someone looking for a loyal companion and maybe a fun sport-dog partner in nosework or tracking
Teddy has been overlooked for far too long, but we know his person is out there—the one who sees past his scars and recognizes the incredible dog he is.
If you are interested in welcoming this sweet boy into your family and giving him the love and patience he deserves, please apply at happytailshappyhomes.org. 🐾❤️
❤️🩹TEDDY has been up for adoption for OVER A YEAR❤️🩹
Meet Teddy, a 5-year-old German Shepherd mix with a big personality and an even bigger heart. Teddy’s journey hasn’t been easy—his body carries scars, and his ears were damaged before he ever knew kindness. But this goofy, gregarious boy has come so far, and he’s ready for a home that will continue building his trust.
🐾 What makes Teddy special:
• Full of character—playful, curious, and downright hilarious at times
• Crate trained, muzzle trained, and happy to entertain himself (no separation anxiety here!)
• Thrives in nosework and would love fun hobbies like tracking or detection games
• Malleable in training—he loves working with people he trusts
• Loyal, loving, and bonds deeply once he knows you
⚡ Things to know:
• Needs a stable home with only one or two consistent handlers—too many people can overwhelm him
• Cautious with new people—needs slow introductions and respectful space
• Best as an only focused dog in the home
• No cats, no small animals, no kids
• No male dogs; might be able to pair with one solid, mellow, playful female dog if the fit is right
• Would not do well with another dog that shares his same guarded tendencies—he needs good role models
• In training now and continuing to build confidence every day
🏡 Ideal Home:
• Patient adopters committed to continuing his training with professional support
• A calm, structured environment where his world stays predictable and safe
• Someone looking for a loyal companion and maybe a fun sport-dog partner in nosework or tracking
Teddy has been overlooked for far too long, but we know his person is out there—the one who sees past his scars and recognizes the incredible dog he is.
If you are interested in welcoming this sweet boy into your family and giving him the love and patience he deserves, please apply at happytailshappyhomes.org. 🐾❤️
Please fill out an adoption application if you are interested in any of our animals. Effective January 1, 2023, our adoption fees are $375 for dogs under 18 mo. of age, $325 for dogs over 18 months of age, and $0 - $180 for senior and/or medically needy dogs.
You will need to fill out an application if you are interested in one (or more) of our dogs. You can find the link to our adoption application on our website - www.happytailshappyhomes.org.
Please fill out an adoption application if you are interested in any of our animals. Effective January 1, 2023, our adoption fees are $375 for dogs under 18 mo. of age, $325 for dogs over 18 months of age, and $0 - $180 for senior and/or medically needy dogs.
You will need to fill out an application if you are interested in one (or more) of our dogs. You can find the link to our adoption application on our website - www.happytailshappyhomes.org.
Go meet their pets
Due to CoVid, we are not currently showing our pets except by appointment.
We are showing our dogs at PetSmart in Bellingham every Saturday from 11-2.
Due to CoVid, we are not currently showing our pets except by appointment.
We are showing our dogs at PetSmart in Bellingham every Saturday from 11-2.
More about this rescue
Happy Tails Happy Homes is a no-kill nonprofit animal welfare organization dedicated to protecting and serving the well-being of animals and to fostering positive relationships between people and animals.
We have no shelter. We are all volunteer and all of our animals are in foster homes.
Happy Tails Happy Homes is a no-kill nonprofit animal welfare organization dedicated to protecting and serving the well-being of animals and to fostering positive relationships between people and animals.
We have no shelter. We are all volunteer and all of our animals are in foster homes.
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