Bell

Adult F GSD needing a new home

8 Year Old Female Shepherd needs a Loving home to go to. I can no longer give her the life she deserves and its breaking my heart. Shes very smart and so beautiful, she is ok with older children and adults but smaller children dont allow her the personal space she needs. She is not other pet friendly.

Pet's Name: Bell
Dog: Primary Breed: German Shepherd Dog
Birthdate, estimate is okay: 10/23/16
Age Category: Senior
Where did you get your pet?: From a breeder off craigslist
Adoption Day, when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.: 01/01/2017
Gender: Female
Size (at full grown): Large
Weight (in pounds) at full-grown size. Example: 35: 75
Primary Color: Calico/Multi/Tricolor
What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?: Squeaky or crunchy toys, being outside especially in the snow, playing fetch.
Has your dog received any formal obedience training?: No
What commands does your dog know?: Sit, lay, stay, leave it, paw, go room.
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?: Shes short tempered with small children and is not good with other pets.
How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?: She ok being left alone.
Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?: No
Is there a particular routine that works best for your dog in terms of feeding, walking, and sleep?: No
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?: She has a lot of love to give and she is vocal
What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?: Need to have older children or no children
Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?: Personal Problems
Rehoming reason details (if necessary): I'm currently getting divorced and I need to find a new home as well as the cost of taking care of a dog plus 2 small children has proved to be too much. I can no longer give her the life she deserves.
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
What do you feed your pet?: Purina Dog chow
Do you have pet insurance for your pet? : No
Would you consider a long distance adoption?:
Yes
No
Maybe
City, State: Schaumburg, IL
Zip Code: 60194
How did you hear about us?: Google Search
Service Level: No-Cost Option: Basic Listing Service