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AKIRA - GERMAN SHEPHERD DOG DOG FOR ADOPTION
German Shepherd Dog Dogs For Adoption in Cupertino, CA, USA
For Adoption
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Nickname:
Akira
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Breed
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Gender
Female
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Age
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Location
Cupertino, CA, 95015 USAUSA
Description
Dog Breed: German Shepherd Dog. Akira is a delight through and through: All 80 pounds of her. Her main goal in life is to be a good companion and attached to her people. She is a puppy at heart; she gleefully plays ball games and prances around the yard and even plays nicely with some other pups. Her on- leash work needs some refinement but she listens and verbal corrections are usually enough. She is a calm, easy going dog who greets people gently and appropriately and is not reactive with other dogs unless provoked. Akira has moderate prey drive, as observed with squirrels, birds and rabbits. Given that, any introductions to cats should be staged and supervised. Good house manners are important especially for big dogs, and she is excellent in that regard. She alerts to people coming to the door or entering the house and relaxes once she knows they are familiar. Akira loves a car ride and is calm and quiet. As far as commands go, she responds reliably to: come (or back), sit, down, off, and place (including a towel). We are working on ‘go to bed’, ‘find it’, ‘watch me’ and ‘on by’. We did not find her to be especially food motivated, but praise and ear scratches make her very happy. Akira is: Energy Level 3-Your Basic Shepherd: Needs daily exercise and play time. Some walking/hiking/training, and/or fetch will round out their day and allow them to settle in the evening. Temperament Level 3-Comfortable with most people, may be under-socialized, may have some prey drive, separation anxiety, and/or leash reactivity, and may not be suitable for small children. Takes well to training.
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Physical Attributes
Eye Color: Brown Ear Type: Erect Tail Type: Long -
Behavioral Characteristics
Other: - Likes to Play with Toys
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Additional Information
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Organization name
German Shepherd Rescue of Northern California
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Location:
Cupertino, California, 95015 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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