My name is Oakley!

MEET OAKLEY!

Oakley is a handsome 1-year-old, 65 lb German Shepherd with a heart as big as his paws. This smart and loyal boy was surrendered when his family realized that apartment life isn’t the best match for his breed’s active and energetic nature.

At first, Oakley can be a little shy, but he quickly warms up and eagerly interacts with people he trusts. He absolutely loves spending time outdoors — he enjoys going for walks though he’s still working on his leash manners and learning to not pull out of excitement. One of his favorite things is having the freedom to run and play in a secure yard, where he can stretch his legs and enjoy some extra fun.

Oakley is still building confidence around other dogs; initially, he is a bit nervous (not aggressive) but is making great progress with his social skills. This smart boy has experience living with an eight-year-old child but would thrive best in a quiet and structured home that understands his calmer nature.

He hasn’t met any cats yet, so a cat-free home is preferred. Oakley is well-trained and already knows basic commands like “sit” and “give paw.” Although he doesn't like to share his food, he responds well to corrections.

Motivated by treats and praise, Oakley bonds quickly with his people and shows excellent house manners. He’s a calm, not overly vocal companion who will thrive in a home with experienced owners who understand the German Shepherd breed.

If you’re ready to welcome a loving, intelligent, and devoted friend into your life, Oakley can’t wait to meet you!

Oakley is:
Current on Bordetella, Distemper, and Rabies
Dewormed
Heartworm Tested: Negative
Receiving Heartworm and Flea Prevention
Microchipped
Neutered

ADOPTION FEE: $300

IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN THIS PET, PLEASE COMPLETE THE APPROPRIATE APPLICATION FOUND ON OUR WEBSITE HTTP://FUREVERTAILS.COM. Unfortunately, at this time we are not currently adopting outside of the state of MI. We process applications ONLY - there is no guarantee that you will get a response to an inquiry.

Many of the animals in our foster program come to us with limited or unknown histories. We make every effort to evaluate each animal’s temperament and behavior, including testing their interactions with other dogs, cats, and children (defined as individuals under the age of 18, when available). However, every animal is unique—just as every child and household environment is different.

While we strive to set both our foster animals and adoptive families up for success through thorough assessments and transparent communication, **we cannot guarantee any specific behavioral outcome**. Animals can be unpredictable by nature, and behavior may change in new environments or over time. By proceeding with adoption or foster placement, applicants acknowledge and accept this inherent risk and agree that no guarantees, either expressed or implied, are made regarding the temperament or behavior of any animal placed through our program.

FUREVER TAILS IS A NON-PROFIT, NO-KILL, FOSTER HOME BASED ANIMAL RESCUE BASED OUT OF OAKLAND TOWNSHIP, MI. OUR FOSTER ANIMALS ARE LIVING IN FOSTER HOMES AND TREATED LIKE FAMILY UNTIL THEY FIND THEIR OWN FUREVER FAMILIES. OUR ADOPTION PROECESS REQUIRES AN APPLICATION TO BE COMPLETED AND APPROVED BEFORE A MEET-N-GREET WITH THE ANIMAL CAN TAKE PLACE. ADOPTION FEES ARE NECESSARY TO HELP US COVER VETTING COSTS FOR OUR RESCUED ANIMALS.