Zelda

Meet Zelda, a spirited one-year-old German Shepherd from Roanoke, VA, whose energy and devotion are as boundless as the open sky on a crisp autumn day! This tan sable beauty is growing into a large, majestic presence, expected to weigh around eighty pounds when fully matured. Zelda’s playful nature is matched only by her incredible loyalty, making her the ideal companion for an active family ready to share adventures and endless moments of joy.

Zelda’s favorite pastimes include playing fetch, chasing after heavy-duty balls, and delighting in the squeak of her favorite toys! She lives for those long walks, especially when she can trot alongside her favorite humans, exploring the world with her sharp senses. While Zelda hasn’t received formal obedience training yet, she’s already picked up a few commands like “sit,” “paw,” and “ok,” showing her potential to learn even more with the right guidance.

This intelligent pup does have a few quirks that make her even more endearing. She’s a constant companion who loves being close to her family, often whining when left alone for short periods. However, with a cozy blanket over her crate, she’ll settle down and find comfort until you return. Zelda’s high energy level means she thrives in a home with a fenced yard, where she can safely burn off that extra enthusiasm.

While Zelda is generally good with other dogs and loves young children, she has shown food aggression, so her new family will need to be mindful during meal times. Zelda’s shepherd instincts mean she’s not a fan of cats, and she may become aggressive around them. Therefore, a cat-free home would be best for this lively girl.

Zelda’s affectionate side shines through when she curls up next to you on the couch or in bed, soaking up all the love and attention she can get. She’s a cuddle bug at heart, despite her tough exterior. With her playful personality and deep bond to her human family, Zelda will thrive in an environment that offers both activity and security.

Are you ready to welcome Zelda into your life and give her the forever home she needs? Reach out today and start a new adventure with this amazing companion by your side!

Pet's Name: Zelda
Dog: Primary Breed: German Shepherd Dog
Birthdate, estimate is okay: 8/20/2023
Age Category: Young
Where did you get your pet?: Breeder
Adoption Day, when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.: 10/20/2023
Gender: Female
Size (at full grown): Large
Weight (in pounds) at full-grown size. Example: 35: 80
Primary Color: Black (Mostly)
What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?: Heavy duty balls, squeaky toys, fetch, and going in long walks.
Has your dog received any formal obedience training?: No
What commands does your dog know?: Sit, paw, ok
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?: Food aggression
How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?: Whines
Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?: Being alone. If in crate she settles down after a while. I also place a blanket or cover over her crate to keep her calm if needed.
Is there a particular routine that works best for your dog in terms of feeding, walking, and sleep?: Walk in the mornings, chill during the day, and playing fetch in the evenings
Medical History and Care:
Vaccinations up to date
Spayed or Neutered
House/Litter-Trained
Microchipped
Special Diet
Special Needs
Never Vetted
Unknown
Does your pet have any history of health issues or medical conditions that potential adopters should be aware of?: N/A
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?: Friendly: Generally gets along well with other dogs.
How is your dog with cats?: Aggressive: Does not get along with cats and may show aggressive behavior.
What's the most endearing thing about your dog?: She loves affection and cuddling up on the couch or in bed
What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?: Somebody who can provide an active lifestyle as she is very high energy
Is there anything else you'd like your pet's new family to know?: We tried to work on threshold boundaries because she will try to escape out the front door if not careful.
Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?: Personal Problems
Rehoming reason details (if necessary): Recently divorced and unable to care for her like she needs
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?: Three months
Who is your veterinarian?: Mountain View humane society
What do you feed your pet, and does he/she have any feeding quirks or preferences?: Purina one plus digestive health formula
Do you have pet insurance for your pet? : No
Would you consider a long distance adoption?:
Yes
No
Maybe
City, State: Roanoke, VA
Zip Code: 24019
How did you hear about us?: Google Search
Service Level: No-Cost Option: Basic Listing Service