Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with dogs,
House-trained,
Spayed or Neutered,
Shots are up-to-date,
Story
At 9 years old, Guinness may technically be a senior, but apparently no one has bothered to tell him. This handsome German Shepherd still has plenty of pep in his step, loves his daily adventures, and is always ready for a game of fetch.
Guinness is the perfect example of why senior dogs are so special. He’s past the puppy chaos, fully house trained, knows , , and , and has settled beautifully into foster care. He’s also crate trained and, after a few minutes of protesting, settles right down.
For a 9-year-old guy, Guinness is impressively active! He absolutely LOVES his walks and currently gets several each day, totaling around 2–3 miles. He walks well on leash, although he can still pull a little when something exciting catches his attention. He also enjoys car rides and knows to settle comfortably in the back seat.
And then there’s fetch. Guinness LOVES it. Tennis balls, chew toys, and his beloved “fluffies” are all high on his list, and he’ll happily bring you a toy when he decides it’s time to play. Once the fun is over, he’s perfectly content to relax nearby or curl up next to his person.
Guinness previously lived with another dog for several years. His foster is taking introductions with new dogs slowly while he settles in, so any canine siblings would require a proper introduction. Cats, however, are much too tempting to chase, so - .
His foster has been especially impressed by how well this older shepherd has adjusted. He welcomes visitors, enjoys meeting people, listens well, takes treats gently, and loves being included in everyday life.
A home with a securely fenced yard would be wonderful for Guinness, giving him a safe place to wander, sniff, and enjoy the outdoors between his walks and games of fetch.
At 9, Guinness isn’t looking for a place to slow down. He’s looking for someone to enjoy this next chapter with. A few good walks, a tennis ball, a comfy bed, and a person to stay close to sound just about perfect.
Oh, and if a siren goes by, expect Guinness to contribute his own adorable howl.
This dog is up to date on vaccinations and is spayed or neutered. (Please note: Puppies under 3 months old may not be sterilized prior to adoption. If this is the case, your adoption coordinator will provide guidance on the process.)
To adopt or learn more about this dog, you must complete an adoption application, which can be found on our website: www.sandypawsrescue.com.
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• All information is accurate to the best of our knowledge as of the posting date.
• Unless explicitly stated, Sandy Paws Rescue does not guarantee the breed of any dog. Breeds listed are educated guesses made by shelter staff, volunteers, or veterinarians. Many of our dogs are mixed breeds, often with pit bull-type genetics, resulting in a wide variety of physical traits and temperaments.
Our dogs come from various situations, such as kill shelters, owner surrenders, or as strays. It is likely both parents were mixed breeds as well.
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