LUFFY - GERMAN SHEPHERD DOG / MIXED (SHORT COAT) DOG FOR ADOPTION

Description

Dog Breed: German Shepherd Dog / Mixed (short coat). Adoption Fee: 250. Meet Luffy — a 31-lb, 1-year-old, neutered German Shepherd mix with a heart as big as his ears. Luffy didn’t always know what it meant to be a carefree pup. After spending much of his early life in a kennel, he’s now discovering just how wonderful the world can be — and watching him experience “firsts” has been pure magic. The first time he found a toy? Pure joy. The first time he mastered stairs? So proud. Now that he’s tasted freedom, Luffy is blossoming into the happiest little shadow you could ask for. He loves carrying his toys around the house, following his people wherever they go, and handing out the sweetest kisses. He’s house-trained and enjoys being outside — especially if you’re out there with him. More than anything, Luffy just wants to be near his family. Because of his past, he’s still learning that his people aren’t going anywhere. He may cry briefly when settling into his crate at night, but it doesn’t last long — soon he’s sleeping peacefully until morning. And when he hears the household waking up? That tail starts wagging like crazy, especially when he sees his favorite little human. He is incredibly gentle and loving with kids and has shown such a sweet, patient nature. Luffy also adores other dogs. When he met a pup his size, he was in absolute heaven having a playmate! With his youthful energy and playful spirit, he would thrive in an active home with older kids (8+) and maybe even a canine sibling to romp around with. Luffy is ready to leave to start his forever adventure with a family who will love him as much as he loves them. If you’re looking for a loyal, playful, affectionate best friend, Luffy is waiting to meet you. If you are interested in adopting/meeting this pup , please complete our online adoption application that you can find here: .starfishanimalrescue/adopt/dog-adoption-application . Your application will be reviewed by our team and if it is a good fit, we will send to the foster family to set up a meet! The adoption fee of $250 will include spay/neuter, microchip, age appropriate/required vaccinations, treatment for heartworm and any other necessary medical treatment to assure a healthy new pup for your family. IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: Although we do our best to describe breed, since our pups all come from shelters we can not and will not make any guarantee on breed or size. We can tell you that they are 100% RESCUED! And that is the BEST breed! *please note that we are a foster home based rescue and we do home visits as part of the adoption process - we are unable to adopt to families who live outside of the Chicago and surrounding suburbs. Thank you for your understanding.

• Physical Attributes

  Coat Length:

  Short

• Behavioral Characteristics

  OK with Kids:	Yes
  OK with Dogs:	Yes
  Energy Level:	Moderate
  Activity Level:	Moderately Active
  Exercise Needs:	Moderate
  Fence Required:	6 foot
  Obedience Training:	Needs Training
  Other:	Yard Required Crate Trained Housetrained Likes to Play with Toys Likes to Be in Your Lap

• Personality

  Personality Characteristics

  Playful Affectionate Eager to Please

• Additional Information

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