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Ellie

German Shepherd Dog

Female, Adult
Milford, IA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
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Take a look at our stunning girl Ellie! This sweet girl breaks our hearts. She came in to us as a stray after being tied to a street out on Highway 86. She had managed to wiggle out of her harness and was running the highway by the time the police got there to bring her to the shelter. By the time she got to the shelter, she was terrified and had no idea what was going on. When she first came in, Ellie had zero confidence and didn't really know how to be a dog. It has been a long road, but she is doing GREAT with learning some manners and learning that not all humans are bad, as she definitely had some trauma prior to showing up on our doorstep. She does have a little more work to do, but she is doing great and is ready to find her forever home! Ellie will need someone that is willing to take their time with her and give her the time and tools that she needs to be a happy and healthy dog. She has been in a great foster home and has been doing AMAZING in a home! She is such a goofy and cuddly girl, she will be a great girl for someone willing to put the work in for her.If you are interested in discussing what that would entail, give us a call! Ellie is up to date on her vaccinations and is spayed. If you are interested in applying to adopt Ellie, please submit an adoption application, which can be found on our website: humanesocietyofnwia.com.
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Nova

German Shepherd Dog

Female, Adult
Estherville, IA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
***The first step in the adoption process is to complete the application at www.emmetcountyanimalshelter.org*** This pretty girl is Nova! She is the mom to the GSD/Mastiff pups. Nova came from a home of neglect for many years.  She is very much a shepherd in personality and an experienced and patient owner would be what she needs to thrive!  Nova is about 5 years old and for all of those years her life has lacked consistency, stability, a reliable food source. Even water was a resource that was limited.  She has likely not always been treated kindly either and training was not a priority in her life.  However, even given the challenges this girl has faced she is eager to love.  She very much wants to do a good job and she is excited to see the people that have shown her gentle loving attention.  Nova would probably do best as an only dog or with a confident gentle dog that could show her how things are done.  Nova is cautious when meeting people for the first time but warms up quickly.  She may need some housetraining/kennel training work as with the rest of her previous life being let out to potty was not consistent either.  The shelter environment does cause her some anxiety but we feel she would do wonderful on a schedule in a home where she understood what was expected of her in an environment that was focused on physical and mental exercises.  She is gentle with toys and not destructive.  She is spayed, up to date on vaccinations and microchipped.  Her adoption fee is 275.00 It is Nova's time to shine....she just needs the right home to help her on the rest of her journey to a happy ever after! May 2, 2024, 5:37 pm
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Molly Mae

German Shepherd Dog

Female, Adult
Estherville, IA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
***The first step in the adoption process is to complete the application at www.emmetcountyanimalshelter.org*** This special and stunning GSD is Molly Mae!  She is the mom to that goofy boy Kody and sister to Nova.  Like Nova, Molly has not lived a life in which she could rely on consistency.  No consistency in food/water, potty schedule, treatment or just about anything that helps a dog thrive.  At 5 years old, her life was full of unexpected disruptions from various people and animals.  There was no clean place to rest and life was always full of turmoil.  Molly is a gentle and sweet girl that has overcome the odds of a rough life and is very open to the kindness of caring people. Molly is ready for a home where there are expectations both from her and for her.  She is all shepherd and will thrive in an environment where she knows what is expected of her so that she can please her family.  Due to her past experiences we are adopting Molly as an only pet and a family that is familiar with the shepherd breed would be a benefit for her.  Molly has done a good job keeping her kennel clean and is very polite about waiting for her special food mixture (she's getting a little spoiled here!) She has a calm disposition and shhe is not destructive with her toys or blankets. Molly is up to date on vaccinations, spayed and microchipped.  Her adoption fee is 275.00  This girl deserves a brand new life full of all good things! May 2, 2024, 5:37 pm
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Aurora

German Shepherd Dog Labrador Retriever

Female, Young
Estherville, IA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Aurora ***The first step in the adoption process is to go to www.emmetcountyanimalshelter.org to complete the adoption application*** Hi, my name is Aurora! The humans also call me Rory. I am a young dog looking for an active home. The humans say I can't be much over a year old. I love to wrestle with the other dogs for hours. I like people and will snuggle sometimes but really, I just want to play and run with my dog friends! I have a naughty habit of jumping on people, but the humans are working on it while I'm here. I will likely need continued help remembering people don't want to be jumped on. I was adopted once before, and the people said I would get out of the fence and had more energy than was ideal for their family. Unfortunately, my pent-up energy led me to chewing some things inappropriately and jumping more and more. I do well in the fence at my foster home but I'm never alone. I can be cat tested again if my potential home has cats. but the first time I was in foster I was only curious about the cats and never hurt them. I do take a little bit to get comfortable with new dog friends. but once I'm comfortable we will play forever! I don't particularly care for other dogs getting into my kennel messing with my toys or treats. I am comfortable sharing scattered food and sharing toys though! My ideal home would be a very active home with another dog or two to play with! I will need help with leash manners but I am smart as could be so it shouldn't take long to teach me! I would likely be fine with older kids in the home that won't get hurt if I jump on them. I am house trained, and kennel trained. I also know some basic commands!  If you think your active home may be a fit for me, please submit an application so we can meet and see how we get along! Aurora is up to date on vaccines, spayed and microchipped. Her adoption fee is $250.00 May 2, 2024, 5:37 pm
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Willow

German Shepherd Dog

Female, Adult
Orange City, IA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Willow is a very loyal dog with lots of love to give. She loves to run outdoors and will need some space to do so. She does have anxiety with meeting new people and dogs but once she is comfortable she is very loving and affectionate. Sadly my son is severely allergic to her and we cannot keep her anymore. Someone who can spend time with her and not leave her for long period of time would be the best fit.

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Humane Society of Northwest Iowa

607 28th Street, Milford, IA 51351

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Emmet County Animal Shelter

1703 7th Avenue South, Estherville, IA 51334

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24.3 miles

Emmet County Animal Shelter

1703 7th Avenue South, Estherville, IA 51334

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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24.3 miles

Emmet County Animal Shelter

1703 7th Avenue South, Estherville, IA 51334

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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