Adopted May 2007
Name: Buddy
Color: Black/Red
Size: currently 75 pounds, should be 80 pounds or
more
Gender: male, neutered
Age: 19 months
Floor-friendly: Yes
Kid-friendly: not tested
Dog-friendly: With Polo his entire life
Cat-friendly: No
Jumps Fences: Not known to
Playful: Yes
Sleeps indoors: Yes
Origin: Owner passed away, left at boarding kennel with no
family to claim.
Special Needs: Needs an owner with strong GSD training background
Health Concerns: None
Heartworm Negative: Yes, on Sentinel
Shots: DHLPP-C, Bordetella, 1 year Rabies
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A special thank you goes out to Buddy's sponsors: Victor and Letha Murney in memory of Chip and Ginger. Tricia, Chris and their GSD Kylie. Ivan Manley. Michelle Ramlow in loving memory of her German Shepherd--"Handsome Man" Max. Cheryl Smith in honor of King. Michelle Liberton in honor of Heidi. Dolores Hughes in honor of Bailee and Mikey. Leslie Gilbert in memory of her first dog--a wonderful, sweet German Shepherd. Mark Koonce. Joannie Vriner. Kelly Bailey in memory of Duke.
Buddy 18 months old, very thin at 56 lbs! Should be around 80 lbs! Gobbling up several meals a day and getting fresh air and exercise. A super lover, this cuddle bug wants to lean in for all the snuggles he can get. Buddy is a beautiful blank slate of sweetness and will be a fantastic dog.
Buddy is a younger dog who received much less training than Polo prior to his owner's death. This makes him a more blank slate for training purposes. His young age also makes him a bit happier and outgoing than his friend. However, this dog still is not appropriate for a standard home. He is out of working lines, fiercely intelligent, and very, very active. He loves his ball and toys, and demonstrates his intelligence daily. He is young and could easily be worked.
Appropriate homes that will be considered will have extensive German Shepherd experience. Preference will be shown to persons having owned real "German" German Shepherds, rather than pet German Shepherds or American-bred German Shepherds. Handling experience of working GSD's, plus training experience preferred. T
his is a gorgeous and wonderful dog who deserves a great life, but demands the right owner. This is not a pet dog, though he'll enjoy being a pet after working or exercise! Homes seeking a pet dog, or homes with children will probably not be considered unless the adults have the necessary experience and proper set up for training a working GSD. Buddy is a wonderful, loving dog, but his intensity and intelligence require mental work and training of an experienced handler and not your average pet home. If you are interested in meeting or testing Buddy, please let us know.
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