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My name is Axel!

Posted 2 days ago | Updated 2 days ago

Adoption process
1

Visit the Facility and Find a Pet

2

Meet the Pet

3

Sign Adoption Contract

4

Pay Fee

5

Take the Pet Home

Adoption fee: $75

This helps City of Fallon Animal Shelter with pet care costs.

My basic info

Breed
German Shepherd Dog
Color
Black/Brown/Chocolate
Age
2 years 7 months old, Adult
Size
Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg) (when grown)
Weight
Sex
Male
Pet ID
5801

My details

Alert icon Not good with kids
Checkmark in teal circle Good with dogs
Checkmark in teal circle Housetrained

My story

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

AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION – Meet Axel (Round 2, Let’s Do This Right!)
Axel (D-5801) is a 2+ year old Shepherd who is once again looking for his forever home — and this time, we’re being extra honest so he lands exactly where he belongs.
Axel was adopted and returned after it became clear that small children aren’t his thing. He’s not a “jump right into your arms” dog — Axel is more of a slow-burn friendship kind of guy. Think introvert, not party animal.
✨ What we’ve learned about Axel:
• Chill, laid-back, and very polite once he knows you
• Good with other dogs
• Can be good with cats
• Leash trained and crate trained
• Knows sit, down, paw, and kennel
• Smart and capable — just selective with his trust
Axel’s personality in a nutshell:
Axel takes longer than most to warm up, but when he does, you’ll see his soft, vulnerable side — and it’s worth the wait! He’s been coming out of his shell more every day and showing us who he really is under that cautious exterior.
Axel’s ideal home:
• Adults only or older teens
• Calm, patient humans who let dogs move at their own pace
• Someone who understands that not all dogs want to be best friends on Day One
Axel isn’t broken, stubborn, or “difficult” — he’s just a thoughtful dog who wants to feel safe before he commits. Those who have experienced heartbreak can relate. If you’re the kind of person who believes trust is earned and bonds are built, Axel might be your perfect match.
If interested please call!
Fallon Animal Shelter (775)423-2282
Shelter

Contact info

Their adoption process

1.

Visit the Facility and Find a Pet

2.

Meet the Pet

3.

Sign Adoption Contract

4.

Pay Fee

5.

Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

Adoption Fees are as follows;

Dogs are $75.00
Cats are $50.00

If the pet is not altered at the time of the adoption, the adopter is provided with a voucher that pays for the spay or neuter of that pet at one of our local veterinarian clinic.

If the pet's Rabies vaccination is not current, the adopter is provided with a voucher that pays for the Rabies vaccination at one of our local veterinarian clinics.

More about this shelter

We house many dogs and cats that come in as strays. These animals are held for 5 days as strays. After the 5 day stray period, if these animals are adoptable, they are placed up for adoption.

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