MONTY - GERMAN SHEPHERD DOG (MEDIUM COAT) DOG FOR ADOPTION

Description

Dog Breed: German Shepherd Dog (medium coat). Considering where Monty came from, to where he is now, it’s amazing he and his sister Clara survived. But not only has he survived, he is thriving!! Meet Monty He is a very handsome 3 year old neutered male that is extremely affectionate and very smart. He learns commands with ease and is very food motivated. He loves to sit and lay down for treats and is learning to take them very softly. He walks wonderful on a leash is un-reactive to anything happening around him. He stays close and is not a puller. He loads wonderful in the car and loves to watch the world go by as you go through town. He adores pup cups and enjoys them with perfect manners. He currently resides with several other dogs both small and large and we think he would do best with medium size and up. He is not always aware of his size. He will NOT do well with cats as they appear to be moving toys, so no cats. He has been to boarding and was a superstar and was great for his first bath ever. It felt so good to have the past scrubbed off. He has overcome so much from being tied up outside with no food or water and shelter dependent on whether his chain was looped around the pole. Monty will require a fenced in yard as we have promised him he will not be tied up ever again. He is shy with new people, but warms up with treats and going slow. He watches his person for cues and wants to please. He will need you to understand that the world to him is a big place and very intimidating. His play style is busy and fun and if someone won't play with him he rolls over makes noise and runs in circles. He loves to wrestle and run! He does not care to play ball, but loves walks and exploring. On the other hand he is a quiet friend that will sit at your feet while you work or drink your coffee in the morning. He is the sweetest most loving boy. His other past time is catching popcorn and treats and he definitely has the eye mouth coordination down. He has good re-call and is learning the fencing system. Monty will need someone to understand that though he is a big dog, he is an even bigger baby. He will need slow introductions to the world in a methodical manner and that re-direction needs to be consistent, fair and and not harsh. He would do best with another solid dog and will need you to be aware that sometimes when he plays, he does not hear the other dog say no. He is learning and is super excited to attend day care this week.

• Physical Attributes

  Eye Color:	Brown
  Ear Type:	Erect
  Tail Type:	Long
  Coat Length:	Medium
  Grooming Needs:	High
  Likes to Vocalize:	Some
  Shedding Amount:	High
  Altered	Yes

• Behavioral Characteristics

  OK with Kids:	Yes
  OK with Dogs:	Yes
  OK with Cats:	No
  OK with Farm Animals:	Yes
  Energy Level:	High
  Activity Level:	Highly Active
  Exercise Needs:	High
  Fence Required:	Any Type
  Obedience Training:	Needs Training
  Owner Experience Required:	Breed
  Other:	Not Good With Small Dogs Yard Required Leash Trained Crate Trained Housetrained Good in a Car Likes to Play with Toys

• Personality

  Personality Characteristics

  Playful Affectionate Eager to Please Intelligent Gentle Goofy

• Additional Information

  Was the Dog Found	No
  Other	Up-to-date on Vaccinations