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 Guthrie *Amina/Evan/Guthrie Litter*
Status: Adopted!
Adoption Fee: $375
Species: Dog
Current Age: 6 Years 7 Months (best estimate)
Handsome little Guthrie, and his siblings Amina and Evan, were rescued from a reservation in SD. Life on the reservation is tough for the many stray dogs that live there, but summer is especially hard. Along with the usual lack of shelter, food/water or medical care, the oppressive heat, and tick/flea season make summer conditions unbearable for the many dogs that are trying to fend for themselves on the Rez. Guthrie is among one of the very lucky pups that was able to leave that life behind, when he was rescued. Now all he needs is a furever home!
Guthrie is an adorable 9 week-old puppy who appears to be mixed with Border Collie and Heeler. He is smart, pretty calm for a puppy, and sweet and lovable. Guthrie is a great puppy who is looking for an active adopter who will be able to provide daily walks in addition to backyard playtime, outings for socialization, and the usual training (positive reinforcement training) that puppies and youngsters require.
Guthrie's adoption fee is $375, all of which goes back into offseting our high-cost vetting expenses and rescuing more dogs. We are a 100% volunteer-run rescue group and rely on adoption fees and donations to continue saving lives. Adoption fees include spay/neuter, current on age-appropriate vaccinations, fecal, deworming, flea/tick and heartworm preventative, heartworm tested if old enough (and 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.
Like all German Shepherd Dogs, Border Collies, Australian Cattle Dogs, and other herding breed mixes that we have in rescue, Guthrie will need training consistency, boundaries, and plenty of activity and socialization.Even if you exercise and play with your dog daily in your fenced yard, please remember that you MUST still take your dog out on daily walks and outings, in order to work on his leash skills, manners, and social skills. Our 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.
More about Guthrie *Amina/Evan/Guthrie Litter*
Good with Dogs, Good with Kids
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.
Contact us at: Heartland German Shepherd Rescue, Po Box 652 Gretna, Ne 68028 Follow heartlandgsrescue on Facebook & Instagram
