German Shorthaired Pointer puppies and dogs in Cottage Grove, Wisconsin

Odin is a 5-year-old German Shorthair Pointer.  He is neutered, weighs 60 lbs, and is liver&white patched and ticked.  He has many positive traits and one big negative trait, but he will be an amazing dog for the right home.  With the help of our current GSP to help orient him, Odin has had 2 weeks to get settled in. Odin has not had any accidents in the house (pee or poop).  He goes all night without needing to go out (so 8 hours-ish or more).  He does squat with one leg lifted slightly to urinate normally.  When he wants to urinate on something specific (like a tree), he does a full-leg-up pee. Odin travels very well in a vehicle.  He enjoys sticking his head out of the window at lower speeds.  But he is also content with lying down (curled up into a ball).  He does stand up every time the vehicle stops quickly or turns quickly, so one would need to drive nicely and/or city driving might be an issue.  He jumps up into an SUV with the command of “up”.  He does not vomit/pace/pant while traveling. He is very interested in turkeys and will get excited and charge/jump onto the fence to look at them.  He would possibly harm one if he were left unattended.  He does respond to the command of “leave it” but might need a tone/vibrate/shock if there are many, and he gets too excited.  He does get distracted by smells on the ground and has pointed and even laid down in front of something of particular interest; however, I have not been able to locate anything that he is particularly pointing at.  Because of this, there could be some potential hunting ability with him, with some proper training.  He does respond to “leave it” and is redirected, and will do that and a “come” command. He is playful but not destructive.  He has a soft mouth with stuffed toys, but does eventually chew a hole and pull the stuffing out (it takes him a couple days, though).  He particularly likes stuffed bones and has some pretty impressive dexterity with his front paws to hold them while he licks out the contents.  He favors rope toys that involve you pulling, him thrashing them, or him playing with it upside down while holding it above himself with those front paws.  He will play fetch, but it only holds his attention for a few throws; he would rather run and smell things.   He plays well with the other GSP in our home, although there is some potential for toy stealing.  He does occasionally want whatever toy the other dog has.  There have been no aggressive issues, so we haven’t had to remove any toys, but any high-value toys/favorite toys from a dog already in the home should be watched or removed, as there is some potential there for stealing.  He is not a dominant dog; however, he has stolen the couch spot, and the other GSP in the house will submissively lie on the hardwood floor so as not to challenge him.  However, there have not been any obvious dominant altercations. His go-to is to lie down on a dog bed curled up into a ball or lie on the couch.  He is lovable but not obsessed with people.  If allowed, he will jump up in bed and lie next to you.  He lays nice next to the other dog, back-to-back.  If you allow him to be close and love on him, he will lick your face or hand once or so, but he will not lick your face off.  He is not a jumper.  He does get excited when the people come home, but calms down after a few minutes.  When introduced to small children (toddlers), he is interested and smells them, and moves on.  If you scratch his butt too long, he will get the wrong idea and attempt to hump anything nearby.            He is currently on Purina Pro Plan Performance kibble dog food.  He poops about 2 times a day (morning and evening).  He does at times “travel poop” (takes a couple steps while he is pooping, leaving multiple small poop piles) but only occasionally. He has had 2 episodes of loose poop (outside, none inside), but that was situational (when he arrived and a day he received too many treats).  He is a grazer of his food.  Eats about 2-4 cups a day.  He has been caught munching on his roommate’s food and vice versa without a fight, but we do not promote this.  He is not super food-driven, which has been a bit challenging to train him in his one bad habit.              Odin's biggest issue is his anxiety.  It is an issue when the people leave the house, and he is left out loose with the other dog.  He initially paces, whines, and barks.  At first, it was 2 hours’ worth; now he settles much quicker, in about 15 minutes.  He does occasionally damage items (chews a corner off a rug, will chew a hole in a garbage bag but not eat contents, will shred a paper bag, does pull some stuffing out of a bed.  But he does not completely demolish items.  He comes with a 41x28 (extra-large) heavy-duty pitched-roof metal dog crate on wheels that are lockable.  Because of his history of damage, Odin was placed in his kennel to ensure his safety and the safety of the home he was living in.  Odin particularly hates this.  He whines, pants, licks the bars, and barks.  With a bark collar on, he is better, requiring only a couple of barking corrections from the collar in a few hours.  He does not hate his kennel; he just hates going in, and then the people leave.  He does voluntarily go into his kennel during the day occasionally to lie down (but prefers the couch or a dog bed outside of his kennel).  He willingly goes in at night to go to bed and stays inside with the kennel door closed or open and stays in all night without issue (no whining, no barking, no panting).  He sleeps through the entire night in the kennel silently.  So, because of this, I believe the anxiety is directly related to the people leaving, and specifically the people leaving and Odin being locked in his kennel.  We have been working with a dog trainer to help get him through this.  One of the things we are working on is increased exercise.  Odin has been out running 3 times a day, approximately 15-30 minutes each time, with a 5lb backpack to help wear him out.  Odin is not a typical psycho, zoomie GSP dog.  I would consider his energy level to be moderate at baseline.  But this has helped the situation because he is more worn out when the people leave and he is either left out or locked up.  But it is a work in progress; he is by no means “fixed” and will require an owner with lots of patience, probably a camera, and if there is another animal in the house, it must be resilient.       In terms of commands, Odin is familiar with “sit”, “stay”, “leave it”, “come”, “lay-down” and “sit pretty” (sitting on just his back legs with front paws off the ground; if he were a girl, I would put a tutu on him…ha-ha).  Odin does not mind his paws, mouth, or ears being touched.  He walks decently on a leash, pulls a little, but responds to “easy” and a little tug of the leash.  He does pull on the leash in high-traffic settings (like in stores), but this will take some additional exposure.  He does not go psycho in a store.   He has not been tested with cats.  When being released to run at full speed, he responds to “let's go” as the command. In terms of placement, Odin would be best placed with a home with someone who works from home (or has a flexible schedule) and has a lot of patience to work with him through this.  Not locking him up is not always feasible, so the problem would be best not to avoid it and to work through it.       ##2838083##

Meet Jimmy! Jimmy is a sweet, gentle, and incredibly loyal 6-year-old German Shorthaired Pointer who will be turning 7 in October. At around 60 pounds, he is a big-hearted boy with an even bigger capacity for love. He has been with his foster family for four months, and during that time, he has gradually become more comfortable and confident in his home. Getting to know his personality has been such a joy, and it is clear that Jimmy has so much love to give to the right family. Jimmy is a people-loving, affectionate, quiet boy who truly just wants to be near his humans. One of his favorite things is curling up next to you on the couch or sleeping in bed with you. He loves to cuddle, and when you tell him what a good boy he is, he is especially happy to show you his affection. He will nuzzle his head into your side, roll around happily next to you on the bed, or rest his head on your lap and look up at you with the sweetest, most loving eyes. He is also wonderfully loyal and listens very well to his people. Jimmy knows come, stay, sit, down, and up, and he enjoys going for walks, runs, and bike rides. He walks nicely without pulling, and with his beep collar, he can be trusted off-leash outside in appropriate settings. He also absolutely loves car rides and is an easygoing travel companion. Baths don't bother him, and he isn't bothered by harsh weather or music either. Jimmy is a very quiet and shy dog. He has never shown aggression toward people or animals, and he is good with children. He has lived with another dog before and is interested in getting to know other dogs, but he is nervous around them and generally won't approach them on walks. Even when another dog confronts him, Jimmy does not react aggressively—he tends to be shy and unsure. We think he would do well with a confident dog companion that could lead  him and be his buddy. He shows interest in small animals/prey, he would likely be happiest in a home without any little critters in the household. Jimmy isn't particularly food-motivated and doesn't spend his time looking for food. He doesn't counter-surf, although an unattended open garbage can can occasionally become an interesting opportunity for some investigation. He enjoys some toys, although fetch isn't really his thing. His favorite toys seem to be... his foster family's stuffed animals! He would much rather lounge beside his people than spend hours entertaining himself. One of Jimmy's biggest needs is companionship. He has separation anxiety and will bark when crated or left alone in the house. He was moved into a Ruffland crate for kenneling and that seems to have helped with his anxiety and barking. His ideal home would have someone around for the majority of the day—a retired person or family, or perhaps a household with opposite work schedules where he would rarely be alone for long periods and purchase a Ruffland kennel for him. He isn't looking for a family that is constantly on the go; he is looking for his people. Jimmy also prefers having someone outside with him while he goes potty and may whine if he is left outside alone.  He also prefers to potty on leash. He has a few other quirks that make him uniquely Jimmy. He is not a fan of the vacuum, mop, carpet cleaner, fly swatter, or cleaning supplies, and he doesn't enjoy having his paws handled. Despite that, he has no problem with nail trims at home and has never been aggressive about handling. Sometimes he crawls underneath the bed—not because he is trying to hide from his family, but because he finds it comforting. He also has a tendency to get excited enough to tinkle, something his foster family is working through with him. Jimmy takes thyroid medication twice daily which is inexpensive medication and easy medical conditon to manage.  His future family should be prepared to continue his established care routine. He takes these meds super easily with his daily feedings. Dogs with hypothyroidism can lead very normal lives and minimal cost to their family. Despite his challenges, Jimmy is one of the sweetest dogs you could ever meet. He has spent the last four months slowly learning that he is safe, loved, and part of a family, and watching him become more comfortable has been incredibly rewarding. He has so much affection to give when he trusts you, and he really thrives on being told what a good boy he is. And then there are his ears.  When Jimmy gets especially excited, he tucks his giant ears backward and proudly shows you the inside of them. His foster family's nickname for him is “Elephant Ears,” and it is one of the many little things that make him impossible not to love. Jimmy is looking for the right home. A patient family who can be present for him, give him consistency and reassurance, continue working through his separation-anxiety challenges, and let him settle in at his own pace could discover an incredibly loyal and loving companion. Jimmy just wants to please his people. If you're looking for a dog who wants nothing more than to be your shadow, curl up beside you, go on an adventure with you, and then come home and rest his head in your lap, Jimmy might just be your guy.  ##2714911##

Odin is a 5-year-old German Shorthair Pointer.  He is neutered, weighs 60 lbs, and is liver&white patched and ticked.  He has many positive traits and one big negative trait, but he will be an amazing dog for the right home.  With the help of our current GSP to help orient him, Odin has had 2 weeks to get settled in. Odin has not had any accidents in the house (pee or poop).  He goes all night without needing to go out (so 8 hours-ish or more).  He does squat with one leg lifted slightly to urinate normally.  When he wants to urinate on something specific (like a tree), he does a full-leg-up pee. Odin travels very well in a vehicle.  He enjoys sticking his head out of the window at lower speeds.  But he is also content with lying down (curled up into a ball).  He does stand up every time the vehicle stops quickly or turns quickly, so one would need to drive nicely and/or city driving might be an issue.  He jumps up into an SUV with the command of “up”.  He does not vomit/pace/pant while traveling. He is very interested in turkeys and will get excited and charge/jump onto the fence to look at them.  He would possibly harm one if he were left unattended.  He does respond to the command of “leave it” but might need a tone/vibrate/shock if there are many, and he gets too excited.  He does get distracted by smells on the ground and has pointed and even laid down in front of something of particular interest; however, I have not been able to locate anything that he is particularly pointing at.  Because of this, there could be some potential hunting ability with him, with some proper training.  He does respond to “leave it” and is redirected, and will do that and a “come” command. He is playful but not destructive.  He has a soft mouth with stuffed toys, but does eventually chew a hole and pull the stuffing out (it takes him a couple days, though).  He particularly likes stuffed bones and has some pretty impressive dexterity with his front paws to hold them while he licks out the contents.  He favors rope toys that involve you pulling, him thrashing them, or him playing with it upside down while holding it above himself with those front paws.  He will play fetch, but it only holds his attention for a few throws; he would rather run and smell things.   He plays well with the other GSP in our home, although there is some potential for toy stealing.  He does occasionally want whatever toy the other dog has.  There have been no aggressive issues, so we haven’t had to remove any toys, but any high-value toys/favorite toys from a dog already in the home should be watched or removed, as there is some potential there for stealing.  He is not a dominant dog; however, he has stolen the couch spot, and the other GSP in the house will submissively lie on the hardwood floor so as not to challenge him.  However, there have not been any obvious dominant altercations. His go-to is to lie down on a dog bed curled up into a ball or lie on the couch.  He is lovable but not obsessed with people.  If allowed, he will jump up in bed and lie next to you.  He lays nice next to the other dog, back-to-back.  If you allow him to be close and love on him, he will lick your face or hand once or so, but he will not lick your face off.  He is not a jumper.  He does get excited when the people come home, but calms down after a few minutes.  When introduced to small children (toddlers), he is interested and smells them, and moves on.  If you scratch his butt too long, he will get the wrong idea and attempt to hump anything nearby.            He is currently on Purina Pro Plan Performance kibble dog food.  He poops about 2 times a day (morning and evening).  He does at times “travel poop” (takes a couple steps while he is pooping, leaving multiple small poop piles) but only occasionally. He has had 2 episodes of loose poop (outside, none inside), but that was situational (when he arrived and a day he received too many treats).  He is a grazer of his food.  Eats about 2-4 cups a day.  He has been caught munching on his roommate’s food and vice versa without a fight, but we do not promote this.  He is not super food-driven, which has been a bit challenging to train him in his one bad habit.              Odin's biggest issue is his anxiety.  It is an issue when the people leave the house, and he is left out loose with the other dog.  He initially paces, whines, and barks.  At first, it was 2 hours’ worth; now he settles much quicker, in about 15 minutes.  He does occasionally damage items (chews a corner off a rug, will chew a hole in a garbage bag but not eat contents, will shred a paper bag, does pull some stuffing out of a bed.  But he does not completely demolish items.  He comes with a 41x28 (extra-large) heavy-duty pitched-roof metal dog crate on wheels that are lockable.  Because of his history of damage, Odin was placed in his kennel to ensure his safety and the safety of the home he was living in.  Odin particularly hates this.  He whines, pants, licks the bars, and barks.  With a bark collar on, he is better, requiring only a couple of barking corrections from the collar in a few hours.  He does not hate his kennel; he just hates going in, and then the people leave.  He does voluntarily go into his kennel during the day occasionally to lie down (but prefers the couch or a dog bed outside of his kennel).  He willingly goes in at night to go to bed and stays inside with the kennel door closed or open and stays in all night without issue (no whining, no barking, no panting).  He sleeps through the entire night in the kennel silently.  So, because of this, I believe the anxiety is directly related to the people leaving, and specifically the people leaving and Odin being locked in his kennel.  We have been working with a dog trainer to help get him through this.  One of the things we are working on is increased exercise.  Odin has been out running 3 times a day, approximately 15-30 minutes each time, with a 5lb backpack to help wear him out.  Odin is not a typical psycho, zoomie GSP dog.  I would consider his energy level to be moderate at baseline.  But this has helped the situation because he is more worn out when the people leave and he is either left out or locked up.  But it is a work in progress; he is by no means “fixed” and will require an owner with lots of patience, probably a camera, and if there is another animal in the house, it must be resilient.       In terms of commands, Odin is familiar with “sit”, “stay”, “leave it”, “come”, “lay-down” and “sit pretty” (sitting on just his back legs with front paws off the ground; if he were a girl, I would put a tutu on him…ha-ha).  Odin does not mind his paws, mouth, or ears being touched.  He walks decently on a leash, pulls a little, but responds to “easy” and a little tug of the leash.  He does pull on the leash in high-traffic settings (like in stores), but this will take some additional exposure.  He does not go psycho in a store.   He has not been tested with cats.  When being released to run at full speed, he responds to “let's go” as the command. In terms of placement, Odin would be best placed with a home with someone who works from home (or has a flexible schedule) and has a lot of patience to work with him through this.  Not locking him up is not always feasible, so the problem would be best not to avoid it and to work through it.       ##2838083##

Meet Jimmy! Jimmy is a sweet, gentle, and incredibly loyal 6-year-old German Shorthaired Pointer who will be turning 7 in October. At around 60 pounds, he is a big-hearted boy with an even bigger capacity for love. He has been with his foster family for four months, and during that time, he has gradually become more comfortable and confident in his home. Getting to know his personality has been such a joy, and it is clear that Jimmy has so much love to give to the right family. Jimmy is a people-loving, affectionate, quiet boy who truly just wants to be near his humans. One of his favorite things is curling up next to you on the couch or sleeping in bed with you. He loves to cuddle, and when you tell him what a good boy he is, he is especially happy to show you his affection. He will nuzzle his head into your side, roll around happily next to you on the bed, or rest his head on your lap and look up at you with the sweetest, most loving eyes. He is also wonderfully loyal and listens very well to his people. Jimmy knows come, stay, sit, down, and up, and he enjoys going for walks, runs, and bike rides. He walks nicely without pulling, and with his beep collar, he can be trusted off-leash outside in appropriate settings. He also absolutely loves car rides and is an easygoing travel companion. Baths don't bother him, and he isn't bothered by harsh weather or music either. Jimmy is a very quiet and shy dog. He has never shown aggression toward people or animals, and he is good with children. He has lived with another dog before and is interested in getting to know other dogs, but he is nervous around them and generally won't approach them on walks. Even when another dog confronts him, Jimmy does not react aggressively—he tends to be shy and unsure. We think he would do well with a confident dog companion that could lead  him and be his buddy. He shows interest in small animals/prey, he would likely be happiest in a home without any little critters in the household. Jimmy isn't particularly food-motivated and doesn't spend his time looking for food. He doesn't counter-surf, although an unattended open garbage can can occasionally become an interesting opportunity for some investigation. He enjoys some toys, although fetch isn't really his thing. His favorite toys seem to be... his foster family's stuffed animals! He would much rather lounge beside his people than spend hours entertaining himself. One of Jimmy's biggest needs is companionship. He has separation anxiety and will bark when crated or left alone in the house. He was moved into a Ruffland crate for kenneling and that seems to have helped with his anxiety and barking. His ideal home would have someone around for the majority of the day—a retired person or family, or perhaps a household with opposite work schedules where he would rarely be alone for long periods and purchase a Ruffland kennel for him. He isn't looking for a family that is constantly on the go; he is looking for his people. Jimmy also prefers having someone outside with him while he goes potty and may whine if he is left outside alone.  He also prefers to potty on leash. He has a few other quirks that make him uniquely Jimmy. He is not a fan of the vacuum, mop, carpet cleaner, fly swatter, or cleaning supplies, and he doesn't enjoy having his paws handled. Despite that, he has no problem with nail trims at home and has never been aggressive about handling. Sometimes he crawls underneath the bed—not because he is trying to hide from his family, but because he finds it comforting. He also has a tendency to get excited enough to tinkle, something his foster family is working through with him. Jimmy takes thyroid medication twice daily which is inexpensive medication and easy medical conditon to manage.  His future family should be prepared to continue his established care routine. He takes these meds super easily with his daily feedings. Dogs with hypothyroidism can lead very normal lives and minimal cost to their family. Despite his challenges, Jimmy is one of the sweetest dogs you could ever meet. He has spent the last four months slowly learning that he is safe, loved, and part of a family, and watching him become more comfortable has been incredibly rewarding. He has so much affection to give when he trusts you, and he really thrives on being told what a good boy he is. And then there are his ears.  When Jimmy gets especially excited, he tucks his giant ears backward and proudly shows you the inside of them. His foster family's nickname for him is “Elephant Ears,” and it is one of the many little things that make him impossible not to love. Jimmy is looking for the right home. A patient family who can be present for him, give him consistency and reassurance, continue working through his separation-anxiety challenges, and let him settle in at his own pace could discover an incredibly loyal and loving companion. Jimmy just wants to please his people. If you're looking for a dog who wants nothing more than to be your shadow, curl up beside you, go on an adventure with you, and then come home and rest his head in your lap, Jimmy might just be your guy.  ##2714911##

Meet Clem, a sweet young pup who made his way all the way from Mississippi and is now hoping to find someone to call his own.Clem was living as a stray in a small Mississippi town, where a few kind people began feeding him. He was understandably wary and would often disappear into the woods, but eventually they were able to safely catch him in a live trap.And then they discovered what a sweetheart he really is.The people who cared for him described Clem as “the sweetest pup ever” and said he just needed someone to love him. Once he felt comfortable, he would lay his head in their laps and soak up the attention. Clem can still be nervous and fearful when he meets new people or encounters unfamiliar situations, and he is sensitive to loud sounds. He’ll need a patient adopter who will give him time to build trust and feel safe.But once Clem decides you’re one of his people, you get to see the sweet, affectionate dog underneath that initial shyness.This boy has already come a long way. Now he just needs someone willing to give him the time, patience and love he deserves.Restrictions: Everyone in his new household needs to meet Clem before adoption.Recommendations: He may not do well in an apartment due to sound sensitivity and fear of strangers. So, a single-family home is preferred. Medical: Clem appears to be a healthy dog, during you visit your adoption counselor will go over all medical information. We always recommend setting up an appointment with a vet after adoption for a full checkup. Weight: 48 poundsAdoption fee: $200 + tax

Transport is an additional $185 A few key notes about our Rescue… 1. All of our pets start their journey in Memphis Tennessee. 2. No monies exchange hands until the pet has arrived 3. Once adopted, our pets can be transported to Denver, Colorado, the Midwest and all of the north eastern states. 4. We have a Facebook page and an Instagram page. You are welcome to visit to see some of our newly adoptive families. 5. We have been rescuing and transporting pets for 15 years. 6. Our pets do not travel until they have been adopted. We do not have holding facilities in other parts of the United States for meet and greet purposes.