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.

Logan is an adorable 10 week-old boy puppy who was rescued from a reservation in South Dakota.

Logan is a very energetic boy who loves to play with other dogs. He is friendly with kids and loves to interact or watch from the sidelines. He loves to play and has quite a bit of energy, but he also equally loves to be cuddled during downtime. Logan is a very loyal boy who loves attention from his people. Logan’s favorite toys are rope toys, tennis balls, and his elk antler. Logan is learning how to sit and stay. He is also very attentive to commands or at least watching you even though he may not quite understand what he is being asked to do yet. His potty training is going quite well, and he is beginning to let foster dad know when he needs to go outside. When foster dad is at work, and at night, Logan is "crated" in his puppy play pen with a potty pad, but he seldom has an accident. Logan is a typicaly puppy, playful and mischevious and he is still learning what items are ok to chew and which are not. He is learning "no” and “no bite and he listens well. He is an adorable, very smart puppy, who will make a lucky adopter very happy!

Like all German Shepherd and German Shepherd mix puppies, Logan will need training, consistency, boundaries, and lots of activity and socialization, in order to become a well-balanced, well-behaved dog.