We are looking to find a loving forever home for our 19 month old GSD male, Axel. He is very dog reactive and needs to be the only pet in the home and cannot be in a home with small children. He would most likely be fine with children older than the age of 12. He is up to date on all vaccines and takes flea, tick and heartworm preventative. He is in tact though we do not recommend he be bred due to his behavioral issues. We would love to give you more info and speak over FaceTime or zoom before a meeting. He does need someone willing to take on his training needs and to give him a job or space to run and play as he is very high energy. He will be a great guard dog and love you forever. He is house trained and crate-trained as well.
Pet's Name:
Axel
Dog: Primary Breed:
German Shepherd Dog
Birthdate, estimate is okay:
December 13, 2022
Where did you get your pet?:
Backyard Breeder
Adoption Day, when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.:
February 6, 2023
Gender:
Male
Size (at full grown):
Large
Weight (in pounds) at full-grown size. Example: 35:
80
Primary Color:
Calico/Multi/Tricolor
What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?:
Rubber tire toy, walks, fetch, chewing bones and other chews
Has your dog received any formal obedience training?:
No
What commands does your dog know?:
Sit, Stay, Lay Down, Come Here. His release word is Yes
Has your dog ever exhibited any challenging behaviors, such as biting a person or another pet? If so, could you please share some details about the situation?:
A person at Lowe’s tried to pet him without permission when he was 4 months old, and he nipped at her, but she stated he didn’t actually bite her, then she later reported it to animal control, who discovered she was being fraudulent. Aside from that, he shows dog-reactivity, especially when on leash. When off leash, he has only nipped at other dogs when they go for his water or toy.
How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?:
He may bark or whine, but it usually lasts for a minute or less. He’s usually pretty chill.
Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?:
He’ll react if people walk close to the car when he’s in it.
Is there a particular routine that works best for your dog in terms of feeding, walking, and sleep?:
He typically eats breakfast between 7-9 am, dinner between 4-6 pm, and a snack at bedtime to prevent vomit from hunger before breakfast. He’s usually fine for potty if he goes out at least every 6-8 hours during the day, and he can last 10+ hours at night.
Medical History and Care:
Vaccinations up to date
Spayed or Neutered
House/Litter-Trained
Microchipped
Special Diet
Special Needs
Never Vetted
Unknown
Personality:
Playful
Constant Companion
High Energy
Medium Energy
Low Energy
Stubborn
Timid
Needs Training
Friendly to Strangers
Good with Other Dogs
Good with Young Children
Good with Cats
Bonded Pair
Requires A Fenced Yard
Crate Trained
Purebred
How is your dog with other dogs?:
Selective: Gets along with some dogs but not others.
How is your dog with cats?:
Not sure: Haven't had enough interaction to determine.
What's the most endearing thing about your dog?:
He’s very loyal and loves seeing you come home.
What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?:
He needs a fenced yard to run freely. He needs to be the only pet to avoid behavioral issues.
Is there anything else you'd like your pet's new family to know?:
He shows a strong desire to please, and he’s food-motivated, so he should be quite trainable if you put in the time and effort.
Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?:
Other, Not in List
Rehoming reason details (if necessary):
We’re expecting our first baby, and we live in a townhome. We want him to have more outdoor space, and we feel that his behavior is too unpredictable for a new baby.
If applicable, do you have the legal right or necessary permission from the breeder or rescue organization to rehome this pet? :
Not Applicable
Yes
How long will you be able to keep your pet before you may need to consider surrendering him or her to a rescue?:
One month
Who is your veterinarian?:
Dr. Lowry at Raytown Gregory Animal Hospital
What do you feed your pet?:
Taste of the Wild - Pacific Stream
Do you have pet insurance for your pet? :
No
Would you consider a long distance adoption?:
Yes
No
Maybe
City, State:
Raytown, MO
Zip Code:
64133
How did you hear about us?:
Google Search
Service Level:
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