SAIGE AKA WHITE RED SNOWMAN COLLAR - GERMAN SHEPHERD DOG DOG FOR ADOPTION

Description

Dog Breed: German Shepherd Dog. A few weeks ago, we welcomed a litter of seven 6-week-old puppies (6 girls and 1 boy) into our care. All of them had upper respiratory infections and had already been receiving doxycycline at the shelter. Each puppy required a second round of antibiotics after the initial seven-day treatment. Fortunately, they were spared from strep zoo during their stay at the shelter, despite their compromised immune systems due to the respiratory infections. As a preventive measure, they also received an antibiotic shot because the shelter had closed due to a strep zoo outbreak. We held our breath for 10 days and were relieved when none of the puppies showed signs of strep zoo, ensuring the safety of our resident dogs as well. The puppies were placed in pairs in foster homes, and each one has visited the vet for their 8-week check-ups, boosters, deworming, and preventative care. All are now healthy, adorable little bundles of joy. Thanks to the dedicated shelter staff and volunteers, the puppies received excellent care during their time at the shelter, where they grew and weaned from their mother before arriving in our care. The mother has since been adopted through the shelter. When the entire litter arrived, they were fully weaned and happily enjoying softened kibble mixed with canned food, which is typical for 6-week-olds. Despite having runny noses and congestion from the upper respiratory infection, their appetites remained strong. They were happy, brave pups with outgoing, social personalities. In their foster homes, they have continued to thrive as playful pups full of mischief and love. Now that they are 9 weeks old, they are ready to find their forever homes. We have given them lots of love and snuggles while introducing them to the wider world through outings. They are learning to navigate stairs, potty train, exhibit household manners, take car rides, and coexist with other dogs, cats, and children, depending on their foster home. Saige and Echoe, two of the puppies, are currently living with two resident dogs, a cat, and a delightful young boy, enjoying plenty of outings in their foster home. Saige, who sports a white collar with red snowmen, loves her crate in the pen area for meals and prefers to sleep in the large pen where her crate is located. Although she has been a bit slower to grasp potty training, she uses the litter box in her pen area during downtime. Playing and having fun are her top priorities, and while she sometimes realizes she needs to go out, she can't always make it in time. However, she has taken to car rides with ease, while Echoe was not a fan at first. Another way to tell Saige and Echoe apart is through Saige's brown eyebrows versus Echoe's all-black head. Echoe also has darker legs. Both puppies love to sit for attention and are generously rewarded for it. They are learning to wear a leash by having it clipped and unclipped while moving around, before we advance to actually using it. They are accustomed to regular nail trims and are easy to handle and calm. We are looking to find them homes with individuals who are experienced with German Shepherds and can provide the time and resources necessary for training, positive environmental exposure, and the structure German Shepherds need to thrive and develop into well-balanced companions. Have you seen our YouTube channel? We'd love your support—please subscribe, like, and comment on our videos featuring our adoptable shepherds. You can also follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and our new Threads account for more updates and news about our shepherds. As a foster-based rescue, ShepHeroes always needs more foster families. So many shepherds in our local shelters are waiting for a fresh start. Would you open your home and your heart to help a shepherd find a new family? You provide the love, and we'll take care of the rest. Saying yes today truly saves a life. Fill out our foster form at .shepheroes/foster-form, and we'll get in touch soon. Thank you for considering it.

• Physical Attributes

  Altered

  No

• Behavioral Characteristics

  OK with Kids:	Yes
  OK with Dogs:	Yes
  OK with Cats:	Yes
  Other:	Housetrained

• Additional Information

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