Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
The easiest way to describe Mitch is “A 1-yo puppy that doesn’t know big he is!” Mitch was found roaming with a companion, Mina, in a park in Houston. Someone had been feeding him for a few months and said that he and Mina had been living in the park and chasing cars. Mitch and Mina never let strangers approach them, but when an SSR volunteer went to go see them, the dogs came right up to the volunteer like it was always meant to be. Mitch has thrived since being freed from boarding and adapting to life in his fosters’ homes. He now lives with two large resident dogs and a 3-month-old SSR puppy – and he will act just as much a puppy as the baby, however he is extremely intelligent and easy to train! He is perfect on “sit” “down” “easy” and “roll.” He does super in his crate and goes in himself on a “go home” command. But don’t have cats loose in house while he’s crated – see comment below. We are working on “wait” when being fed and when doors are opened, “come” when out playing in the yard, and getting in the car. He takes treats very gently and loves a good head scratch or belly rub. He is skinny from all the time spent as a stray, but with some extra attention and calories, is going to be a fantastic, handsome gentleman. He walks beautifully on a leash, doesn’t pull, doesn’t lunge or go after other dogs or squirrels or people. He has an amazing leap – so if you have a busy neighborhood, a 6’ fence is recommended. He leaps over our 3’ gate just to romp in the yard and stretch his long legs. He loves his people and wants to cuddle on couch or in bed with you and will be your most loyal companion! He does great with babies and walks gently next to the stroller. He is scared of cats, but he is being introduced to resident cats regularly to overcome this anxiety. This may be the same for smaller dogs, so testing this with neighbors Yorkie What have people said about Mitch? SSR volunteer said: “Mitch is a very sweet pup who walks on a leash like a champion with no pulling at all.” Foster Family friend said: “Wow, his eyes are gorgeous, what a handsome boy!” From his Foster mom: I used to think that Mitch required another dog in the household to thrive, however, he loves his alone time to walk and snuggle with his foster mom, so that probably depends on the potential household. Please check out Adoptable Dogs of Shenandoah Shepherd Rescue for more of #mitch2708’s adventures!Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet. If you are an approved adopter and are interested in this dog, please let your case worker know. If you are not yet an approved adopter but are interested, please complete an adoption application! If you are viewing this animal on Petfinder, please see our organization’s Petfinder home page, linked below (on mobile) or to the right (on desktop), to read about our adoption process and to start your journey! Donations can be made at shenandoahrescue.org/donate or on PayPal to info@shenandoahrescue.org June 6, 2023, 8:29 pm
