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Shabra is a beautiful 6-month-old German Shepherd who is seeking a new home through no fault of her own. This decision was made with nothing to do with Shabra’s temperament, behavior, or quality as a dog.

She is:

• Crate trained and potty trained

• Good manners in the house - she can be loose without getting on the counter, chewing things up or getting in the garbage.

• Very loving, affectionate, sweet, and people-oriented

• Naturally nice disposition, adaptable, confident in new situations

• Friendly with children and other dogs

• Responsive to verbal correction, she’s a smart girl who picks up on things quickly

• Comfortable and well-mannered in the car, even on long trips

Potential families should keep in mind when considering her for your home:

• Shabra is not spayed, as it is not recommended to spay German Shepherds until approximately 24 months of age, per UC Davis research.

• A pup who has been displaced from their home often exhibits anxiety for a period of time in their new home. The length of time is different for every dog, but Shabra’s previous owner has stated that she was not an anxious pup prior to leaving her home and we have seen that she was able to work past the separation when she transitioned here. Her new family should be prepared to work through separation anxiety in the beginning - for Shabra, this looks like an inability to relax, whining or becoming upset when a person leaves the room. She does not become upset when she goes in her crate so that down time can help her self regulate. As with any pup who is transitioning to a new home patience is required as they may exhibit different behaviors while they become accustomed to their new home - we believe the primary focus should be allowing the pup to decompress and build trust but new routines and boundaries can’t be ignored in the process.

• Shabra spent a lot of time outside with her previous owner - she would do well with someone who either likes to spend time outside, or she would do well in a house that has other dogs she can play with. Here, we find that she follows the lead of our older dogs when it’s time to get up and go and has a good off switch when it’s time to relax.

• Shabra is a puppy - she still has puppy energy but I’d describe her as a medium drive dog. She’s got the drive to be ready to go when it’s time, but lays at my feet while I’m working at my desk. As soon as I get up, she follows which is what we see in typical German Shepherd personalities. In the evening she likes to curl up on the couch with us.

• As with any German Shepherd pup, bones are a good outlet to keep their mind occupied.

• I would feel best if Shabra’s new owner is experienced in German Shepherds. I find that when a pup at her age goes to a new home people who are new to the German Shepherd breed are often more overwhelmed with behaviors like energy spurts or mouthiness than if they started off with a young pup and got to grow with them. Those who are familiar with the breed are more prepared for typical behaviors and energy levels of an older German Shepherd pup, therefore they are prepared to work through the behaviors a young dog goes through as they grow. I bring this up because I want to be careful that her new home is her forever home.

• Shabra and her new owners will receive all of the benefits of being part of the Herzog Puppy Family including support when needed and inclusion in our private Facebook group and annual puppy reunions.

Here is what her owner said about her:

“I have all her medical papers her favorite toy, food , treats ect. I thank you and want you to know I do not make this decision lightly or casually. She is an excellent dog, very loving and partially trained , she stays close by the porch without being tied. I have been very easy with her training and she is a very happy young dog. She is just now entering her sixth month and she has been treated like a queen.”

“I haven't taken her on long leashed walks because I have a large fenced yard. But she responds well to walks to and from the car and becomes very quiet when she enters the back or front seat. She has never caused a single problem in the car even on long trips and lets me know by whining that she has to go out to relieve herself.”

“Shabra is very loving and sweet and I trust her to behave when I tell her to calm down when she meets one of the family cats. Of course she is still a curious puppy but when I give her the loud shhh, she stops what ever she is doing immediately and then gets behind me so the cat don’t get her, she is a quick study and knows to keep her distance. No attacking.”

“She loves to lay on her side as soon as she exits her large 3x4x3‘ crate, unless she needs to ‘go outside’ then she quickly heads for the back door and waits for me to open it up for her. She plays by herself when she wants to stay out.”