We rescued sweet Felix last July in Wisconsin. He’s now almost 6 months old. We have 3 young children, and with his natural excitement, Felix tends to nip, jump, and push them over. Not in an aggressive way, but his behavior does make it difficult for all of us. We spend the majority of our time policing him, and unfortunately, it’s negatively affecting us as parents.
Felix is a beautiful mixed breed, whose DNA showed: German Shepherd, Husky, Pitbull, Cattle Dog, Staffordshire, and Beagle.
He’s completed a 3-week board and train, is potty trained, smart and curious, and loves playing with children, cats, and other dogs. He’s also crate-trained: 10 hours/night and ~4 hours/day. He rarely barks, has learned: sit, down, place, leave it, and come. All shots are up to date, but he’s not yet neutered.
We love Felix, but feel certain there’s a better home for him. The rescue we got him from has been contacted, but they don’t currently have a foster available. Please reach out if interested!
Pet's Name:
Felix
Dog: Primary Breed:
German Shepherd Dog
Birthdate (an estimate is okay):
05/12/2025
Age Category:
Young
Where did you get your pet?:
Mastro Mutts - Kenosha, Wisconsin
Adoption Day (when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.):
07/05/2025
Gender:
Male
Size (at full-grown):
Medium
Weight (in pounds, at full-grown size):
35
Primary Color:
Tan (Mostly)
What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?:
Fetch with balls, and tug of war with ropes.
Has your dog received any formal obedience training?:
Yes
What commands does your dog know?:
Sit, Stay, Place, Come, Leave it, down
How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?:
He does great in the crate.
Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?:
Excitable when kids running around.
Is there a daily routine that works well for your dog (feeding, walking, sleep)?:
Sleeps in crate overnight, breakfast, play/walk, nap time, mid day exercise, quiet time, dinner, exercise/play time.
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?:
No
Has your dog ever been diagnosed with or treated for any of the following? (Please check all that apply, even if your dog has fully recovered. This helps us provide the best support for future families.):
Allergies (environmental or food-related)
Anaplasmosis (tick-borne)
Anxiety Issues
Arthritis or Joint Pain
Canine Distemper
Chronic Ear Infections
Dental Disease
Ehrlichiosis (tick-borne)
Heartworm
Influenza
Kennel Cough
Leptospirosis
Lipomas, Cysts, or Other Lumps/Bumps
Lyme Disease
Parvovirus
Seizures
Skin Conditions
Vaccine Reactions
Other
Has your dog ever shown any challenging behaviors, such as biting a person or another pet? If so, please share some context.:
He nips but not in an aggressive way, normal puppy nipping.
How often does your dog require grooming (e.g., bathing, brushing, trimming)? :
we bathe him once every 3-4 weeks. Little to no shedding.
Does your dog have a dental care routine (e.g., brushing, chews, professional cleanings)?:
No.
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?:
Very friendly: Loves meeting and playing with other dogs.
How is your dog with cats?:
Friendly: Generally gets along well with cats.
What's the most endearing thing about your dog?:
Always ready to play and loves his tummy rubs.
What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?:
New owners should be able to focus on his training and helping him manage his puppy energy.
Is there anything else you'd like your pet's new family to know?:
he's a good dog, we just don't have the necessary bandwidth to take care of him the way he needs.
Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?:
Baby/Child Safety
Details about rehoming reason (if needed):
He requires a lot of attention and care and with our 3 young kids, its negatively affecting us as parents. We end up just policing the dogs behavior instead of focusing on our kids.
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?:
Not an option, my pet will stay with me for as long as it takes
Who is your veterinarian?:
Orchard Road Animal Hospital
What do you feed your pet, and does he/she have any feeding quirks or preferences?:
Purina Puppy
Do you currently have pet insurance?:
No
Would you consider a long-distance adoption?:
Yes
No
Maybe
City, State:
Oswego, IL
Zip Code:
60543
How did you hear about us?:
Rescue/Shelter
Referring Name (person, page, or organization, if applicable):
Naperville Area Humane Society
Service Level:
Standard Placement: Full Support + Custom Profile