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My basic info
Breed
German Shepherd Dog
Color
Merle
Age
4 years 7 months old, Adult
Size
Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg) (when grown)
Weight
60 lbs (current)
Sex
Female
Pet ID
189
My details
Spayed / Neutered
My story
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Meet Kerry 💙
Kerry is a beautiful 5-year-old German Shepherd who truly embodies the intelligence, loyalty, and heart this breed is known for. She was surrendered through no fault of her own—her previous owners loved her deeply but recognized that with both of them working full-time, Kerry wasn’t getting the engagement, structure, and attention she deserves. Wanting the best for her, they made the selfless decision to help her find a home better suited to her needs.
Kerry has lived indoors and is wonderfully well-mannered. She is house trained, crate trained, and she knows several commands including sit, down, stay, heel, come, and out.
Socially, Kerry is a sweetheart. She is fantastic with kids, incredibly gentle (even with babies), and does great with new people and other dogs. She’s often the type to roll right onto her back for belly rubs shortly after meeting someone new.
It is important to note that Kerry does have a high prey drive and has shown strong interest in chasing cats and other small animals. Because of this, Kerry will do best in a home without cats or small pets, or with an experienced handler who can safely and responsibly manage this behavior.
Kerry is a working-line German Shepherd, and this is critical to understand. She is not a low-energy dog and will not thrive without purpose, structure, and routine. She is not an apartment dog. She is not a dog to be left outside to entertain herself. She is not a beginner dog, nor will she benefit being treated like a casual pet.
Kerry must have:
- A consistent daily routine
- Significant physical exercise
- Ongoing training
- Mental enrichment and purposeful engagement
Without these things, Kerry will create her own outlet—and it likely won’t be one you enjoy. This isn’t a behavioral flaw; it’s simply the nature of a driven, intelligent working dog.
Kerry has already experienced too much transition in her life. We are committed to making sure her next home is her forever home. We ask that potential adopters do their research, be honest about their lifestyle, and come prepared with a solid plan for exercise, training, and enrichment.
For the right, committed home, Kerry will be an exceptional, loyal, and deeply rewarding companion. We are hopeful her perfect match is out there. 🐾
Meet Kerry 💙
Kerry is a beautiful 5-year-old German Shepherd who truly embodies the intelligence, loyalty, and heart this breed is known for. She was surrendered through no fault of her own—her previous owners loved her deeply but recognized that with both of them working full-time, Kerry wasn’t getting the engagement, structure, and attention she deserves. Wanting the best for her, they made the selfless decision to help her find a home better suited to her needs.
Kerry has lived indoors and is wonderfully well-mannered. She is house trained, crate trained, and she knows several commands including sit, down, stay, heel, come, and out.
Socially, Kerry is a sweetheart. She is fantastic with kids, incredibly gentle (even with babies), and does great with new people and other dogs. She’s often the type to roll right onto her back for belly rubs shortly after meeting someone new.
It is important to note that Kerry does have a high prey drive and has shown strong interest in chasing cats and other small animals. Because of this, Kerry will do best in a home without cats or small pets, or with an experienced handler who can safely and responsibly manage this behavior.
Kerry is a working-line German Shepherd, and this is critical to understand. She is not a low-energy dog and will not thrive without purpose, structure, and routine. She is not an apartment dog. She is not a dog to be left outside to entertain herself. She is not a beginner dog, nor will she benefit being treated like a casual pet.
Kerry must have:
- A consistent daily routine
- Significant physical exercise
- Ongoing training
- Mental enrichment and purposeful engagement
Without these things, Kerry will create her own outlet—and it likely won’t be one you enjoy. This isn’t a behavioral flaw; it’s simply the nature of a driven, intelligent working dog.
Kerry has already experienced too much transition in her life. We are committed to making sure her next home is her forever home. We ask that potential adopters do their research, be honest about their lifestyle, and come prepared with a solid plan for exercise, training, and enrichment.
For the right, committed home, Kerry will be an exceptional, loyal, and deeply rewarding companion. We are hopeful her perfect match is out there. 🐾
We have an application for everyone who is wanting to adopt to fill out.
All adoptions includes current Parvo and Distemper Vaccine, wormer and rabies. Spay or Neuter Certificate ( if not already altered ) Several Vets honor our certificate although if they don't upon mailing proof of altering and receipt of paying out of pocket you will be reimbursed if not excepted.
Dogs are $175 and up, of this fee you will receive a $32 voucher towards the spaying or neutering if not already done.
Cats are $65 and up of this fee you will receive a $22 voucher towards the spaying or neutering if not already done.
If you rent we must call and verify with the landlord that you are allowed to have pets.
As with all animals adopted here, there is a contract that states if the adopter during any time of the animals life can no longer care for under any reason they have to be returned here, they cannot be sold traded or given away. We also offer a 14 day return policy so that if you get home and the animal doesn't work out for any reason you can return them to us and do an exchange for another dog or cat one time. If returned within those 14 days.The contract also states per Missouri Law the animal MUST be spayed or Neutered within 30 days of the adoption date depending on the age of the animal. We have been known to go and take animals back that have not been taken care of or if there is a breech of contract. We are always willing to take strays or animals that the owners can no longer care for. We take these animals by appointment and as space allows. To drop off animals to us we charge an intake fee of $30.00 which helps to provide vaccinations for our animals.
We have an application for everyone who is wanting to adopt to fill out.
All adoptions includes current Parvo and Distemper Vaccine, wormer and rabies. Spay or Neuter Certificate ( if not already altered ) Several Vets honor our certificate although if they don't upon mailing proof of altering and receipt of paying out of pocket you will be reimbursed if not excepted.
Dogs are $175 and up, of this fee you will receive a $32 voucher towards the spaying or neutering if not already done.
Cats are $65 and up of this fee you will receive a $22 voucher towards the spaying or neutering if not already done.
If you rent we must call and verify with the landlord that you are allowed to have pets.
As with all animals adopted here, there is a contract that states if the adopter during any time of the animals life can no longer care for under any reason they have to be returned here, they cannot be sold traded or given away. We also offer a 14 day return policy so that if you get home and the animal doesn't work out for any reason you can return them to us and do an exchange for another dog or cat one time. If returned within those 14 days.The contract also states per Missouri Law the animal MUST be spayed or Neutered within 30 days of the adoption date depending on the age of the animal. We have been known to go and take animals back that have not been taken care of or if there is a breech of contract. We are always willing to take strays or animals that the owners can no longer care for. We take these animals by appointment and as space allows. To drop off animals to us we charge an intake fee of $30.00 which helps to provide vaccinations for our animals.
Lebanon MO Claws and Paws Animal Adoption Center
18705 Gateway Rd
Lebanon MO 65536
Lebanon MO Claws and Paws Animal Adoption Center
18705 Gateway Rd
Lebanon MO 65536
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We have an application for everyone who is wanting to adopt to fill out. All adoptions includes current Parvo and Distemper Vaccine Wormer and rabies ) Spay or Neuter Certificate ( if not already altered ) Lebanon Vets honor our certificate although some do charge the adopter more than the certificate covers depending on size and for pain meds.
Dogs are $175.00 and up and cats are $65.00 and up
of this fee for dogs up to $32 will help with spay/neuter.
of this fee for cats up to $22 will help cover spay/neuter
If you rent we must call and verify with the landlord that they can adopt from us
As with all animals adopted here, there is a contract that states if the adopter during any time of the animals life can no longer care for under any reason they have to be returned here, there is a $30 intake fee on all returns. they cannot be sold traded or given away. We also offer a 14 day return policy so that if you get home and the animal doesn't work out for any reason you can return them to us and do an exchange for another dog or cat one time. If returned within those 14 days there will not be a $30 intake charge. The contract also states per Missouri Law the animal MUST be spayed or Neutered within 30 days of the adoption date depending on the age of the animal. We have been known to go and take animals back that have not been taken care of or if there is a breech of contract. We are always willing to take strays or animals that the owners can no longer care for. We take these animals by appointment and as space allows. To drop off animals to us we charge an intake fee of $30.00 in Lebanon City or Laclede County. All cats that are brought in MUST have vet records of shots and that they have a clean bill of health before we can take them in.
We have an application for everyone who is wanting to adopt to fill out. All adoptions includes current Parvo and Distemper Vaccine Wormer and rabies ) Spay or Neuter Certificate ( if not already altered ) Lebanon Vets honor our certificate although some do charge the adopter more than the certificate covers depending on size and for pain meds.
Dogs are $175.00 and up and cats are $65.00 and up
of this fee for dogs up to $32 will help with spay/neuter.
of this fee for cats up to $22 will help cover spay/neuter
If you rent we must call and verify with the landlord that they can adopt from us
As with all animals adopted here, there is a contract that states if the adopter during any time of the animals life can no longer care for under any reason they have to be returned here, there is a $30 intake fee on all returns. they cannot be sold traded or given away. We also offer a 14 day return policy so that if you get home and the animal doesn't work out for any reason you can return them to us and do an exchange for another dog or cat one time. If returned within those 14 days there will not be a $30 intake charge. The contract also states per Missouri Law the animal MUST be spayed or Neutered within 30 days of the adoption date depending on the age of the animal. We have been known to go and take animals back that have not been taken care of or if there is a breech of contract. We are always willing to take strays or animals that the owners can no longer care for. We take these animals by appointment and as space allows. To drop off animals to us we charge an intake fee of $30.00 in Lebanon City or Laclede County. All cats that are brought in MUST have vet records of shots and that they have a clean bill of health before we can take them in.
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