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.

Emily is an adorable 2 month-old Lab mix with a white patch on her chest and one blue eye. Only a few weeks ago, Emily was pretty urgent at the shelter due to the fact that she was only 3.2 lbs and too small to be adopted out. In fact, she only had until the end of the day to find rescue! We happened to have a foster parent wanting to foster her, and were able to rescue her in the nick on time.

Emily is a super cute girl who loves her food, rolling in the grass, playing with her toys, and getting attention. She is very smart and eager-to-please. She is gorgeous, absolutely adorable and tons of fun. Emily she will make a fabulous addition to a very lucky home!

Like all active breed puppies, Emily will need training, consistency, boundaries, and lots of activity and socialization. Emily's adoption fee is $325, 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. Please visit http://heartlandgsrescue.rescuegroups.org/info/adoption for more information about our adoption process and requirements, and to apply.