Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
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🐾 Meet BRISTOL!
If joy came in puppy form, it would look exactly like this little one. Born on 6/15/26, BRISTOL is one of four impossibly fluffy, roly‑poly babies in this German Shepherd × Keeshond litter. Soft as a cloud, sweet as sugar, and full of gentle curiosity, BRISTOL is a true heart‑stealer from the moment you see them.
💛 Personality & Daily Life
BRISTOL is a warm, friendly, and delightfully cuddly pup. With a naturally gentle temperament, they enjoy exploring, toddling around, and soaking up attention from their humans. This baby has the perfect blend of curiosity and softness — playful enough to be fun, but easy to handle and eager to connect.
Well‑socialized with other dogs, BRISTOL enjoys companionship and thrives in a home where affection, engagement, and positive experiences are part of daily life.
🐶 Breed Expectations
As a German Shepherd × Keeshond mix, BRISTOL is likely to grow into a dog who is:
• Bright, attentive, and eager to learn
• Loyal and family‑focused
• Medium‑to‑high energy with a love for engagement
• Fluffy, with a coat that will require routine brushing and grooming
This mix tends to be intelligent, affectionate, and deeply bonded to their people.
🏡 Ideal Home
BRISTOL will do best in a home that can provide:
• Consistent socialization and positive training
• Daily interaction, play, and mental stimulation
• A secure yard or regular outdoor activity
• Inclusion in family routines
• Commitment to grooming their beautiful coat
With structure, love, and engagement, BRISTOL will blossom into a wonderful lifelong companion.
❤️ Ready for Their Future
BRISTOL is ready to grow into a cherished family member. With their affectionate nature, fluffy charm, and eager‑to‑please personality, they will bring joy, laughter, and love to the lucky home that welcomes them.
Before completing an application, please take into consideration breed characteristics, puppy shenanigans, and estimated full-grown size.
• I am full of razor-sharp puppy teeth and LOVE to chew.
• I am not house trained or crate trained (but I’m working on it).
• I need daily exercise, playtime, and mental enrichment! Not long hours confined in a crate.
• I require quality time to learn good manners, basic obedience, house training, and proper socialization.
💛 Adoption Info – Please Read 💛
• We place dogs and cats based on their specific needs, not first-come-first-serve.
• Visit our Facebook page for more photos: Canine Partners Program Inc
• We cannot guarantee breed, mix, personality, or temperament; behavior may change in new environments.
• All animals are fully vetted: spay/neuter, age-appropriate vaccines, rabies, microchip, HW/Lyme testing (dogs), deworming, flea/tick care, HW prevention (dogs), and any additional medical needs.
• Dog adoptions include a 6-week group obedience class (a $125 value).
• If adopting an under-6-month puppy or kitten, their spay/neuter is covered at the appropriate age.
• Paws-in-Prison dog graduates are available once they complete their training.
• Most of our animals live in foster homes, so an approved application is required before scheduling a meet-and-greet.
📌 Apply Here:
https://caninepartnersprograminc.org/adoptables
Click the Adoption tab → review requirements → click the animal’s photo for their bio & application.
🐾 Canine Partners Program — giving dogs and cats a second chance through rehabilitation. Thank you for considering adoption!
