SCUBA - ADOPTION PENDING - GERMAN SHEPHERD DOG (MEDIUM COAT) DOG FOR ADOPTION

Description

Dog Breed: German Shepherd Dog (medium coat). Do you want a supervisor for every little task? How about a second pair of adoring eyes to make mundane tasks more enjoyable? Well, look no further and allow me to introduce myself. I’m Scuba! I’m about 7 months old and weigh 40 pounds. I was picked up by animal control as a stray. I was very skinny when my foster dad got me, but he keeps telling me that I’ll be gaining weight to a healthy level; I just need to be patient. But how can I???? Food is the best thing ever!!! I’ll do just about anything for a treat. He also says I’m going to be a big girl by the size of my ears, paws, and tail! I’m working on being crate trained and have enjoyed every meal in there and had some mentally stimulating games in there, so the crate is not super scary to me, although I’d much rather be out of it with alongside my people. I think I might be getting close to outgrowing it, but I think that’s because I SPRINT to my crate whenever my foster dad walks in the room with my bowl. My foster dad called me a slipper thief and that he has the picture to prove it, but I plead the fifth! I live with my older foster brother who is a Freedom GSR alumnus, but he’s a grump sometimes and likes to keep his distance. When I’ve been the annoying little sister, he’s corrected me very appropriately so I’m learning when enough is enough! I think I’d thrive if there was another, socialized dog around, but I pick up on social queues quickly regardless. My older brother played with me a lot when we went to the beach together. As I’m a dark coat girl, the shade from the umbrella was my favorite part. I waded into the water with the help of treats (told you!) and it felt good in the sun, but the little waves made me a little uneasy. With enough exposure though, I know I’ll do well in water! Everyone keeps telling me that I’m just the sweetest pup, and well, I’d have to agree with them. Even though I’ve had a rough start in life, I just have so much love to give, and I’ve not met a stranger yet. I am eager to learn and would thrive with more training. I just want to play with every dog I see and want love and cuddles from every person I walk by. I am house broken although sometimes I have a little accident when I get too excited. I’ve started to let my foster dad know when it’s time to go potty, although he’s been taking me out routinely every few hours or so. I know “sit” very well since that usually means TREATS and my recall has improved a lot! Since I’m so smart, I know the basics. I would do well with a fenced-in back yard, at least 4 feet high, but it wouldn’t be a necessity. I sleep through the night in my crate without any fuss! If you’d like me to join your family, reach out to your adoption coordinator. If you don’t have an adoption coordinator, please complete an adoption application at .freedomgermanshepherdrescue . I’m being fostered in Wilmington, NC.

• Physical Attributes

  Ear Type:	Erect
  Coat Length:	Medium
  Altered	Yes

• Behavioral Characteristics

  OK with Dogs:	Yes
  Energy Level:	Moderate
  Activity Level:	Moderately Active
  Exercise Needs:	Moderate
  Fence Required:	Not Required
  Obedience Training:	Has Basic Training
  Owner Experience Required:	Breed
  Other:	Yard Required Crate Trained Housetrained Likes to Play with Toys

• Personality

  Personality Characteristics

  Playful Affectionate Eager to Please Intelligent Even-Tempered

• Additional Information

  Was the Dog Found

  No