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 Andi
Status: Adopted!
Adoption Fee: $450
Species: Dog
Current Age: 2 Years 9 Months (best estimate)
Andi is a handsome, shy, and adorable GSD pup who came in rescue with his sibling Adaline (Addy), after their mom, and two other siblings were run over. Andi is a sweet, handsome boy who adores playing with other dogs, cuddling with them, and getting attention from his foster parents! Andi will need a dog buddy in his foster home, and parents who are home a lot. When Andi arrived in rescue, foster mom noticed that one of his legs was shorter than the other. X-rays revealed that one leg had a shortned humerus, indeed. This will cause the affected leg not to grow like the other one (not at the same rate, or not at all). Physical therapy, cold laser would be very beneficial to help prevent muscle atrophy, and to give Andy the best quality of life possible as he continues to grow. Andi is a happy, active puppy, with a wonderful disposition, and he doesn't let his little leg issue slow him down one bit! Like all GSD puppies, Andi requires constant direct supervision. Andi's ideal home will be an experienced household with strong leadership skills and structure, and a dog buddy. Although still small, his spirit is mighty, and he requires patience, positive reinforcement, and redirection to channel his energy in appropriate ways.
Like any of our dogs, this sweet, beautiful boy would make a great addition to an active home that will provide the love, structure, good leadership, activity and mental stimulation that this breed needs. Because of that, Andi ideal owner will have prior GSD or other herding breed experience, and a friendly dog buddy for Andi. 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 provide sufficient stimulation, ward off boredom, and work on leash skills, and manners.
Andi's adoption fee is $450, 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.
More about Andi
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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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