German Shepherd dogs, as well as the other herding breeds that we have in rescue, are highly active, energetic, working breeds. They require considerable vetting, exercise, socialization, training, leadership and mental stimuli in order to be well-adjusted, well-balanced, and well-mannered dogs. Even if you exercise and play with your dog daily in your fenced yard, you MUST still take your dog out on daily walks and outings in order to work on his/her leash skills, manners, and social skills.These breeds make great additions to active families who will pamper them, but who will also work with them, as they are smart dogs who need leadership, structure, plenty of activity and mental stimulation.
If you are new to German Shepherds (and other herding breeds), please research the breed to make sure this is the dog for you. We ask that you consider the time and financial commitment that your German Shepherd (or other herding breed) dog will require before applying for one. Please review the section on our website (www.heartlandgsrescue.org) "Is a HUGS Dog Right for You?" for additional information.
About Poe *Raven's Litter*
Status: Adopted!
Adoption Fee: $145
Species: Dog
Current Age: 6 Years 4 Months (best estimate)
Raven and her 7 puppies, including Poe, were rescued from a SD reservation where they were found living under an abandoned house. Reservation dogs lead a very hard life, with no shelter, little food, and no vet care. Many of them die on the reservation due to accidents, deprivation, and/or sickness, among other causes. Fortunately for this little family, they got out safely, and they will now get to experience life as beloved family pets. We do not know what Raven's puppies are mixed with, but Raven looks like a small black GSD mix.
Poe is a very sweet and inquisitive little puppy. He really enjoys being around humans and other dogs. While he is super playful and active, he also really likes to curl up and snuggle. Poe is working on potty-training and doing well. He is very food-motivated and eager to learn, and is currently working on "sit" and "come". He is a wonderful little pup who settles down in his crate nicely and does well on car rides. Poe enjoys chewing on bones and playing with the other dogs in his foster home. This wonderful little pup would be a great addition to an active household!
Poe's adoption fee is $145, all of which goes back into offsetting our high-cost vetting expenses and rescuing more dogs. Adoption fees include spay/neuter, current on age-appropriate vaccinations, fecal, deworming, flea/tick and heartworm preventative, heartworm tested if old enough (treated if positive), and microchipped. Learn more about the adoption process and requirements, and apply at: http://heartlandgsrescue.rescuegroups.org/info/adoption.
Please review the information in the "About Us", "Important Considerations" and "Adopt" sections on our website menu, as it contains useful information about the breed, adoption fees, the adoption process and our requirements, and how meeting the dogs works.
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