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*HERO - GERMAN SHEPHERD DOG (MEDIUM COAT) DOG FOR ADOPTION
German Shepherd Dog Dogs For Adoption in Camarillo, CA, USA
For Adoption
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Nickname:
*HERO
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Breed
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Gender
Male
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Age
Senior
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Location
Camarillo, CA, 93010 USAUSA
Description
Dog Breed: German Shepherd Dog (medium coat). This dog is on our Call to Action list due to challenging behaviors when impounding such as thrashing, rolling, and repeated attempts to bite an Animal Control Officer. We are evaluating whether or not this dog is able to be safely handled. Update 3/11: This dog has shown great improvement since his intial impound. We found out more about him from his previous owners. They had to surrender due to moving out of the country, but had tried to find family or friends to take care of them but were not able to. He came in with another dog, a small dog (terrier/shih tzu mix) who the owners had hoped would stay together as they described them as good friends that enjoyed running around outside together, very friendly, and listened to directions well. The little dog has found a loving adopter, but this dog is still waiting. He has done well meeting other large dogs here at the shelter, and his owner said he did well with large or small dogs. So he may make a good match with another pet at home. He has been mostly an outside dog, and his owners said he would chew through leashes and didn't like to load up in vehicles, but our volunteers are getting to work on helping him overcome his fears about it, and there are plenty of ways for a new adopter to help work through this too!
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Physical Attributes
Coat Length: Medium -
Additional Information
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Organization name
Ventura County Animal Regulation
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Location:
Camarillo, California, 93010 USAUSA
Breed overview
German Shepherd Dog
A.K.A.: Alsatian, Alsatian Wolf Dog, Shepherd Dog, GSD, Deutscher Schäferhund, Schäferhund, Berger Allemand, Pastore Tedesco, Perro de Pastor Alemán, Alsatian Dog
Overview:
The German Shepherd Dog, a truly iconic breed, originated in Germany in the late 19th century, primarily for herding sheep. They are easily recognizable by their athletic, medium-to-large build, typically weighing between 50-90 pounds, with a distinct double coat that can be black and tan, sable, or solid black. Known for their intelligence and loyalty, German Shepherds possess a remarkably trainable and courageous temperament, making them exceptional working dogs in fields like police and service work. While generally good with families when properly socialized, their high energy levels and need for mental stimulation make them unsuitable for apartment living without significant daily exercise. Prospective owners should be aware of common health concerns such as hip and elbow dysplasia, as well as degenerative myelopathy, underscoring the importance of responsible breeding and regular veterinary care.
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