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 BrightStar Males
Last update 5/11/2008
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The boys below are in foster homes . They have been evaluated by BrightStar and we know quite a bit about them. If you interested in a dog, please email (or call) the dogs' foster parents and visit our How to Adopt section.
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Mario
Available for Adoption
(Rochester Area)
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(Last Update 07-06-07)
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Meet Mario.
He was about 6 weeks old when he arrived in New York from South Carolina with his sisters Felicia & Raven, who have found their forever homes. Mario seems to be one of those designer Lab breeds! My guess is Lab/GSD which is a nice combination.
After a sickly start, Mario did very well, getting healthy and getting all of his puppy vaccines so he could be socialized outside his pack of friends. However, a problem developed that interrupted his socialization-Mario could not tolerate riding in a car. Beyond your normal level of carsickness, Mario's eyes would roll back in his head and he would drop against the seat, essentially fainting, then coming to long enough to seemingly lose everything he had eaten in his lifetime! After a car ride, Mario would get grumpy and tired and no matter where he went he would end up being miserable. When he'd get home, he'd sleep the remainder of the day. We tried medications, natural remedies, withholding food and water, giving food, riding on the floor, in a crate, with another person in the back seat with him, with another dog (not many volunteered for those car rides). Nothing worked.
Soon, he didn't want to get near the car-he'd put his little brakes on as soon as we started toward it. We stopped going for car rides, which may have been a bad decision, but at the time, it seemed like he was really not learning anything positive from outings other than leaving the house = a day of feeling very ill.
Mario is now about 8-9 months old and is slowly improving in the car. Stop and go traffic makes him sick, hills make him sick, but 390 is pretty smooth sailing! The length of time that he needs food and water withheld is pretty ridiculous, but it's helping him so that is what is important (even though you feel REALLY bad not letting him eat or drink for so long). He is now learning things he should have learned earlier, and this is not optimum, but I am working with him and identifying things that freak him out and things that he is fine with. He has attended four weeks of obedience and will go to a six week class called socialization and bonding in January. After that, he should be available for adoption-I do not believe in handing over a dog if I do not know they will be a total success as an adoption (of course, all have quirks that adopters deal with). Should an adopter come along with experience that matches Mario needs for socialization remediation, he could be adopted sooner.
He made his first appearance at Petco this December and then went to TLC Natural Pet Foods and did amazingly well in both places. He is of the bark first, think later school, but as soon as he adjusts is a sweet wiggly puppy. He met one dog who showed her teeth to him. This was something new to Mario. He continues to be spoiled by all of my dogs and really, we have probably created one of those over-indulged children, so we are trying (dogs included) to treat him more like an adult than a baby. He has done great meeting new dogs and has a very good knowledge of positive dog language (but not such a command of the negatives).
Mario is very bright. He does not get phased by the few small corrections he's gotten at all, so he will need to be outsmarted instead of relying on negatives. He really likes to learn and is very food motivated. I do not recommend him for a home with children now or in the future. He chases the cats, but for some reason they don't get upset with him. He gets a light swatting from them and that is it. I distract him and he stops and he is finally learning he can ignore them unless they initiate the interaction. He is looking to continue having the opportunity to play in a fenced yard (but not have a fenced yard as a babysitter-he likes his person out there with him) and would also do well being adopted with another dog in the home, one that is confident, but not a bully, and a good role model. Adopters who provide quality food, good vetting, and who worry a lot about safety move to the front of the line!
Mario likes attention from the people he knows and likes to bring them things that perhaps they misplaced or forgot about, like shoes, or pens, or pillows from the couch.
Mario was evaluated in June and this information holds true: he is very strong, clearly needs a pack leader and consistency. Prefer someone with large breed (or large undetermined parentage) experience. With the right person, relatively easy to train, but the stubborn streak is there. He is willing to please, but wants to make sure that he can't get away with something first-he looks to me for confirmation that I am serious and once he sees I am, he does what I want. He has some great manners and is still very, very sweet.He is one of the most personable dogs I have ever met. He's been here a long time for a puppy foster, but he has made me laugh each day that he's been here-and that is great payback.
5/27/07 Update: In the house and with the other dogs Mario is great. However we are still experiencing near fainting on rides and explosive car sickness! The only way around the vomiting has been not feeding Mario for one full day prior to a car ride, which requires some serious planning. I am also truly not comfortable withholding food for a young dog for that length of time. He goes to the vet in two weeks for his rabies shot and I will be asking about the new carsick drug that has been approved for dogs. We have tried everything else, from ginger/holistic type things to other medications. Once he gets car sick he is absolutely miserable and we don't get far with anything else. He then goes home and sleeps all day. Yes, Mario is a wee bit on the dramatic side (and sounds like Little Richard when he wakes up to see his dog friends playing near his crate-awooooooo!) but we are still at a standstill and pinning a lot of hope on Cerenia.
 If you are interested in providing Mario with an exceptional home and opportunities to be the best dog he can be, please write me!
 This pet is eligible for a gift of the first month of ShelterCare pet insurance paid for by BrightStar German Shedpherd Dog Rescue. For more information on pet insurance please visit us online at http://www.sheltercare.com or call 1-866-375-PETS.
For more information about Mario, email foster Jean: lawnsluffs@aol.com
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Jaeger
Available for Adoption
(Rochester Area)
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(Last Update 11-04-07)
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Meet Jaeger! He is a white/cream Mini-Shepherd who is about 3 1/2 years old and weighs about 45 pounds.
Jaeger can best be described as a very good boy. He is most likely a Carolina Dog. You can learn about their needs and behavior at: http://www.carolinadogs.com
He was returned to BrightStar after over two years of adoption through no fault of his own. He absolutely has to find a TRUE forever home this time. He is too loyal, sweet, and big hearted to deal with rejection again. Jaeger will do anything to please and tries to anticipate and figure out what you want before you ask it of him. That makes him a little nervous sometimes-just like any people pleaser will be!
Jaeger prefers the company of people over dogs. He likes to play with my dogs a lot, but that's because he knows them. He is not the kind of dog that welcomes the attention of strange dogs, and has a good sized body bubble-a boundary around him which he does not like unknown dogs crossing. Kind of like we don't like a close-talker, Jaeger doesn't either! He would do well living with one or two other dogs, or alone. He seems to prefer smaller dogs and female dogs. He ignores my cats. They are indoor only though. He's not a macho dog-he likes to be coddled and cuddled.
Important to me for any dog in addition to being well loved, is being well cared for. Good food, careful containment, and proper vetting with a vet you have an established client relationship with is essential. Continued training will help his confidence level stay high.
Jaeger has a good amount of energy and likes to do things and go places. He dances on his hind legs like a circus dog. He loves to play ball and frisbee. Even more, he would love to be the center of someone's world.
This pet is eligible for a gift of the first month of ShelterCare pet insurance paid for by BrightStar Germa Shepherd Dog Rescue. For more information on pet insurance please visit us online at http://www.sheltercare.com or call 1-866-375-PETS.
For more information on Jaeger please contact Jean at: lawnsluffs@aol.com
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Banjo
Available for Adoption
(Rochester Area)
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(Last Update 05-09-08)
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Tom and Caroline Ward and his former "foster sister" Sophie
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My name is Banjo and I am a 69 pound, white male German Shepherd Dog, who is about 2 1/2 years old.
I arrived in Rochester on May 4, 2007 from the Knox County Ohio Humane Society, a no-kill group who pulled me from the local high kill dog pound where I was scheduled to be euthanized. The Humane Society saw my potential!!!
A little about me, I like all the other dogs (big and small) in my pack. I am curious about kitties, but mostly from the standpoint of what are you and maybe I would have fun chasing you, but I may be too much for most kitties?? I don't have a mean bone in my body.
I LOVE people, adults and kids. I really love my foster family - mom, dad, kids (ages 7-15) and my fur friends. Now, I love love Skylar (see Available Females), who is a sable female GSD who is my foster sibling, my mom and dad would love us to be adopted together, but we know that might only be a dream!
I am a happy, happy boy. Who is VERY much loved!
I am neutered, up to date on my shots and heartworm negative. I am also crate trained and micro chipped! I know sit, off, come and no.
I must be adopted to a forever home who has another dog that likes to play. My foster parents would also love me to go to a home with lots of outdoor room to play with my friend(s). Please don't think this means I am wild, as I am snuggler when it is time to watch TV or go to sleep and I very much love my people. Also, I must eat a no grain diet, my mom and dad can tell you which food that is, otherwise I have tummy problems!
This pet is eligible for a gift of the first month of ShelterCare pet insurance paid for by BrightStar German Shepherd Dog Rescue. For more information on pet insurance please visit us online at http://www.sheltercare.com or call 1-866-375-PETS.
For more information, contact my foster mom and dad, Darcy and Michael at ddrons@adelphia.net
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Alano
Adopted!
(Syracuse Area)
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(Last Update 04-30-08)
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My name is Alano, which means "handsome boy" in Spanish. I am about 4 months old and my life has been a roller coaster. I was very scared at the shelter, and although the people there were really nice, I was so scared that I just growled and showed my teeth to tell them how scared I was. So many people said I was cute, but they were scared of me too! I had a family before, but they told the shelter people that it was illegal to take me to another state when they moved. Why did they say that? It's not illegal, and I miss them. They taught me how to "sit" and "down" and most of the time I go outside to do my business. A nice lady said that she would bring me home to play with her big
dogs. Boy, do I love to play with them now! I LOVE to run around the backyard and play chase! And I love to sit and play by myself too.
I'm not scared anymore! I live with three other smaller creatures called cats and I don't care about them. They just hiss and run away, and I sit a chew on my toys. There's also a really really loud bird that talks to me, but I don't care about her either because she has her own house and toys, so she can't have mine. My mom took me to PetSmart to get me some toys, and I played with the kids there. They are so fun and I was really careful not to jump or chew on them - just the new toy and leash I got! I'm a little scared of tall adults, but I'm ok so far. I don't have to have kids or dogs to play with, but they are fun.
My foster mom says that I am a really smart boy! I have a lot of energy, but I love to sit and cuddle and just look at you too. I love to give kisses and sit in my foster mom's lap, but that won't last log because she says that I'm going to be big! I have all my shots and all the other things that a vet does to a puppy, so I'll be ready for a new family really soon. When she thinks I have learned enough manners to be yours, I would love to be a part of your family.
12/09/07 Update: Alano is a special pup that will require an active family. He is very loving, and loves to play, play, play! He is also very content to sit by my side while I type on the computer with a toy. At this point in his life, he requires AT LEAST two walks a day to expend some of his energy in addition to playtime. As all puppies are, he is going through a "mouthing" stage and although he is very sweet and gentle, the puppy teeth are sharp! Most of the time he doesn't realize that his teeth are involved in play, but he has scratch me a few times.
He is going to be a HUGE boy - at approximately 18-20 weeks, he is over 50lbs! He "thunders" down my hardwood floors with his "snowshoes" (aka. his paws!). So I am recommending that he does not go to a family with small children. He just doesn't understand quite yet how to handle his ever-growing body! He loves to play with other dogs, but doesn't realize that they tire out quicker than he does! So another dog in the family would be fine, preferably one that is either high energy or a saint with tolerating puppy-ness.
Alano is a very quick learner, both in obedience and habits. He already understands that he must sit to have his leash attached to his collar or to have a toy thrown for him (so he doesn't learn to jump up since he'll be so big!) He knows the commands "sit", "down", "come", "paw", "this way" (turn the other way when walking), and is working on "leave it" (which is really hard with good treats so close!). He walks very well on a leash, but is not too fond of "heel". He knows the command, but pretends to forget it. He has excellent recall off leash (in an enclosed area, of course). He has learned a couple of bad habits, which I am trying to break.... he is such a smart boy that he picks up bad habits as quickly as the good ones! He has me trained already when he wants a treat... he'll bark at it until I go over and give him one! Naughty foster mommy for letting him get away with that one!
Alano says: I would love a home for the howl-idays!!
This pet is eligible for a gift of the first month of ShelterCare pet insurance paid for by BrightStar German Shepherd Dog Rescue. For more information on pet insurance please visit us online at http://www.sheltercare.com or call 1-866-375-PETS
If you are interested in more information or to meet Alano, please contact Melanie at: melanies.dogs@gmail.com
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Sarge
Adoption Pending
(Buffalo Area)
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(Last Update 05-08-08)
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Meet Sarge! He is a 4 ½ year old boy who thinks he is still a puppy (and a lap dog)!
Sarge is such a sweetie, he wants love from anyone he sees, and he would love to be the center of attention all of the time. He has lots of energy and is finally figuring out that when you throw the 'squeaky ball' it is really fun to run after it!
Since Sarge thinks he is still a puppy, he assumes it would be ok to try and plop right down in your lap when you sit down. It takes Sarge a little bit to settle in to new places (like anyone!), but once he is settled in his new home with his forever family, or person, he will be very sad when they leave, and needs a little reassuring that they will be back soon!
He loves anything he comes across - men, women, big kids, little kids, he is great with other dogs, and he is so sad that my cat won't play with him, I don't think he would have it in him to hurt a flea!
Sarge is very good in the house and he will let you know when he needs to go outside.
Contrary to his thoughts, Sarge is a big boy (70-75 pounds) and he can be very strong at times.
Sarge is neutered, micro chipped and up to date on all vaccinations.
This pet is eligible for a gift of the first month of ShelterCare pet insurance paid for by BrightStar German Shepherd Dog Rescue. For more information on pet insurance please visit us online at http://www.sheltercare.com or call 1-866-375- PETS.
Please email me with any questions about Sarge at: emdimaria62@yahoo.com
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Regal
Under Evaluation
(Rochester Area)
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(Last Update 05-11-08)
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Regal made his journey to BrightStar, Saturday, December 8th.... just in time to spend the holidays in a nice, warm, safe foster home. Regal was picked up as a stray, running the streets of Ohio.
Regal's wish this Christmas season is to have a forever family and home to call his own, someone to love and someone that will love him Forever...
Let's make Regal's Christmas wish come true.
He is a 2 year old male and just a sweet, gentle guy, with a great personality.
This pet is eligible for a gift of the first month of ShelterCare pet insurance paid for by BrightStar German Shepherd Dog Rescue. For more information on pet insurance please visit us online at http://www.sheltercare.com or call 1-866-375-PETS
For more information on Regal, email Ruth at: bstarruth@gmail.com
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Hans
Adoption Pending
(Rochester Area)
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(Last Update 05-04-08)
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Meet Hans! He is male Shepherd /Husky mix that is about 2 years old.
Hans must go to a home with a fenced in yard. He has a lot of energy and meeds to run.
He is a very friendly guy and gets along with everyone.
Hans is neutered, up to date on shots, and micro chipped.
1/31/08 Update: Hans is quite the boy. He is just full of himself and gets along with all the dogs he has met. He is a very lovable character that needs his own person or family.
He is ready for his real life now.
This pet is eligible for a gift of the first month of ShelterCare pet insurance paid for by BrightStar German Shepherd Dog Rescue. For more information on pet insurance please visit us online at http://www.sheltercare.com or call 1-866-375-PETS
For more information on Hans, email Leslie at: pickadilee@aol.com
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Ben
Under Evaluation
(Rochester Area)
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(Last Update 04-19-08)
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Meet Ben! He is a male German Shepherd Dog who is about 5-6 years old. Ben is a large boy weighing in at 131 pounds!
He is very scared and confused as his owner passed away and misses him very much.
More as we get to know this handsome boy.
This pet is eligible for a gift of the first month of ShelterCare pet insurance paid for by BrightStar German Shepherd Dog Rescue. For more information on pet insurance please visit us online at http://www.sheltercare.com or call 1-866-375-PETS
For more information on Ben, email Diana at: dflora@rochester.rr.com
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Max
Under Evaluation
(Buffalo Area)
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(Last Update 03-07-08)
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Hi, my name is Max! I am a 1 year old male German Shepherd Dog that weighs about 75 pounds.
My foster family has been really wonderful, but I am now looking for a forever home! I am very friendly and love to play with other dogs. I'm not sure about cats. I've heard about them but have never met one yet!
I love to play outside and go for walks. I also love to cuddle with my family. I need to learn more obeidience, so my foster family is working on that with me. Please contact my family so you can meet me. See You Soon! Love MAX !!!
This pet is eligible for a gift of the first month of ShelterCare pet insurance paid for by BrightStar German Shepherd Dog Rescue. For more information on pet insurance please visit us online at http://www.sheltercare.com or call 1-866-375- PETS.
For more information on Max, please email Brenda at: zoe51203@yahoo.com
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Lad
Available for Adoption
(Buffalo Area)
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(Last Update 04-25-08)
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Meet Lad. He was found running the streets of North Carolina with a Heavy Chain around his neck. The chain had to be removed with Bolt Cutters. Luckily, it was not embedded. Apparently, Lad somehow broke free in an effort to find a loving home and a better life.
Well, as fate had it, he landed himself in a High Kill Shelter. Just when he thought his future was looking Brighter, he tested positive for Heartworm and was slated to be euthanized within 5 days.
Lad's story does have a better outlook. With the relentless efforts of Krista in North Carolina, his Guardian Angel, she made sure Lad was safe and commited to by BrightStar. Lad can never 'repay' Krista for all her hard work in saving his life. Along with Krista, BrightStar has the honored priviledge of working with Noble Shepherd Rescue, in joint efforts to make a difference in the lives of unwanted German Shepherds. They were instrumental in rescuing this precious Fur Angel. Finally, BrightStar is grateful to Shannon at Southport Kennels for allowing Lad, as well as two other BrightStar fosters, to stay at her facility until transport can be arranged. Lad was certainly blessed to have so many wonderful Angels looking out for him.
Once Lad arrives, he will be treated for his Heartworm Condition. Heartworm Treatment is very costly. Please consider becoming a Guardian Angel for Lad.
04/25/08 Update: Lad has completed his Heart Worm treatment and is now negative! He also has been neutered.
Lad is looking for his forever home!
This pet is eligible for a gift of the first month of ShelterCare pet insurance paid for by BrightStar German Shepherd Dog Rescue. For more information on pet insurance please visit us online at http://www.sheltercare.com or call 1-866-375- PETS.
For more information on Lad, please contact Ken at: kryan@helloworld.com
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Meet Polaris. He is a 2 year old black & cream male German Shepherd Dog.
Polaris is a very strong Heart Worm positive boy. He was hours away from being euthanized, and his wonderful new foster parents stepped up and committed to him.
He is a very loving boy, loves to give kisses and takes treats gently.
Please consider becoming a Guardian Angel for Polaris. Heart Worm treatment is very expensive and we want to make sure we can get the treatment needed to get Polaris better.
04/04/08 Update: Polaris has completed the first month's worth of antibiotics and has started the second round of treatment for his Heartworm. So far he is doing excellent; he is such a sweet minded dog.
When Polaris came to us he did not know any of his basic commands. In a very short period of time he has learned sit, and down, and we are beginning to work on stay.
Polaris is a total lover. When you are sitting on the couch all he wants to do is lay with you and give you kisses. He does very well in his crate, shows no aggression towards his food or other dogs and LOVES treats.
He walks very well on a leash, and enjoys playing with his toys.
Polaris is neutered, micro-chipped, housebroken, and up-to-date with all of his shots.
As soon as his treatment for the Heartworm is complete he will make an extremely wonderful addition to any family!
This pet is eligible for a gift of the first month of ShelterCare pet insurance paid for by BrightStar German Shepherd Dog Rescue. For more information on pet insurance please visit us online at http://www.sheltercare.com or call 1-866-375-PETS
For more information on Polaris, please email Tim at: t16pyh@rochester.rr.com
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Booker T.
Available for Adoption
(Rochester Area)
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(Last Update 02-20-08)
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This big beautiful boy is Booker T. He is a 2 year old male German Shepherd Dog.
Booker was brought into a local humane society because he didn't get along with the resident cats.
He is looking for an owner with shepherd experience. He is currently living with six other dogs and does very well with them, he loves to play. Booker needs his owner to be leader of the house though, or he will try to take that position with other dogs. It takes Booker a little while to get used to new dog friends, and when meeting a new dog he will try and avoid them.
Booker has lived with children and does very well with them. He can not go to a home with cats though.
He is completely housebroken, and is not destructive in the house. His previous owners did say that he was crate trained, but I have not crated him at all as he is so good in the house.
Booker is neutered, up to date on shots, micro chipped and house broken.
This pet is eligible for a gift of the first month of ShelterCare pet insurance paid for by BrightStar German Shepherd Dog Rescue. For more information on pet insurance please visit us online at http://www.sheltercare.com or call 1-866-375- PETS.
For more information on Booker T., please email Leslie at: pickadilee@aol.com
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Tank
Available for Adoption
(Rochester Area)
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(Last Update 04-05-08)
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Meet Tank! He is a male German Shepherd Dog puppy mix who is about 5 months old. Tank is a small dog weighing about 30 pounds.
He has some manners. Does have a bit of an attitude but takes correction easily. He is very willing to learn.
Loves to play in the snow with Tilly Rose and gets along with dogs of all sizes.
Tank is neutered, up to date on shots, micro chipped and house broken.
This pet is eligible for a gift of the first month of ShelterCare pet insurance paid for by BrightStar German Shepherd Dog Rescue. For more information on pet insurance please visit us online at http://www.sheltercare.com or call 1-866-375- PETS.
For more information on Tank, please email Sheila at: sheilabsgsdrescue@gmail.com
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Sterling
Available for Adoption
(Buffalo Area)
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(Last Update 04-22-08)
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Hi, I'm Sterling! I am one of the "S" litter puppies.
Dumped at a shelter in KY and rescued by BrightStar. Paperwork indicates they were 10 weeks old on 3/9. They are under foster care with 3 surrogate K-9 parents, 2 female and 1 male German Shepherds. All are playful and healthy puppies. They have received their second round of shots 3/13, weighed, and de- wormed. They are under evaluation in foster care.
Sterling (name in German means Valuable): 8.12 lbs, very independent; sweet; sticks up for himself.
All will be ready for adoption following BrightStar's evaluation period.
Get your application in for processing, these little lovable gems will be adopted quickly. Remember, these are puppies with no training and are not house broken yet...and they could reach between 75-90+ lbs when fully grown.
04/22/08 Update: Sterling is now just over 17 pounds and about 16 weeks old. He has had all his puppy shots including rabies. He will need to be neutered this July.
He is just so cute in person...his ears just want so much to stand erect...they are slowly getting there. He looks at you with that cute face and melts you.
He is an extremely affectionate, loving male who loves to play with his squeaky toys and his big foster GSD mom. He's happy to find things around the house to amuse himself, takes good correction when needed...he does not show any alpha properties. He would be good with another male or female K-9 companion. Shows interest in cats but has no clue what they are. He is not house broken but we're working with him.
He rides well in my SUV. He goes to his "place" (crate) with guidance. He is crate trained. He is OK for an 8 hour day while at work, but will potty in his crate on newspapers.
He craves to be lifted onto the bed a night and cuddles up with his humans and his foster GSD mom. He loves playing with my son and loves attention from children at Meet and Greets.
He chases after his 3 K-9 foster GSDs and barking at them while they mock play fight. He wants so much to get into it with the adults, but knows his limit...which is good. The male GSD weighs in at 95lbs.
When the adults run outdoors to bark at birds, squirrels or someone passing the house, Sterling is only feet behind learning from his foster K-9 parents.
He knows sit, come in, leave it and place (crate trained), he is working on walking on a leash to sit when his handler stops and to heal on the left side. With proper obedience classes he will shine as a well behaved GSD when an adult
Sterling would benefit adoption into a forever home with a K-9 companion, fenced or electronic containment, family committed to obedience training, family committed to making him the center of attention.
As his adult foster dad, I drove over 300 miles during the early March snowstorm to help rescue Sterling and his brothers into BrightStar. When you adopt a BrightStar dog or puppy, you commit to become part of the BrightStar family.
A lot of volunteers worked hard to bring Sterling and his brothers into BrightStar. For the puppies...thanks to the many families who drove us over 800 miles threw the snow, to the Kentucky Rowan Veterinary Clinic for providing safe haven for the weeks after being pulled from a shelter, to person who spotted these puppies in the shelter and alerted BrightStar, and to the many BrightStar volunteers and coordinators who are working hard to find the right forever homes.
So from Sterling, Shafer and Starbuck...thanks everyone...especially our GSD K-9 foster parents Chelsea, Angel and Caesar. Oh, can't forget our human foster parents for all our needs while in your care.
This pet is eligible for a gift of the first month of ShelterCare pet insurance paid for by BrightStar German Shepherd Dog Rescue. For more information on pet insurance please visit us online at http://www.sheltercare.com or call 1-866-375- PETS.
For more information about Sterling, please contact Dave at: mallory@ecc.edu
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Buddy
Available for Adoption
(Utica Area)
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(Last Update 05-01-08)
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Buddy is a 7 year old German Shepherd Dog mix. He has been with me for three weeks now and is a very, very sweet and wonderful boy! He enjoys giving love and being loved, belly rubs, playing outside with toys, going for walks, car rides, and being close to his person. He is one of the sweetest dogs I have seen!
While he enjoys play time outside, he is very calm in the house and very well behaved. He is crate trained but we do not crate him at night or when we leave as he never destroys anything - he is veyry well behaved.
He is housebroken, sits, shakes and speaks for a treat, always taking them nicely.
He is not aggressive towards other dogs, but doesn't like them rushing up on him and being in his face, but only because he gets a little nervous. Buddy ignores my young bouncy pups until they jump on him- which even then he only gives a little growl as if to say "hey- get off!" and tries to walk away.
Buddy would do best with another calm, well mannered dog who can respect his space and not try to constantly jump on him, as he gets along very well with my older male who also likes "his own space". Buddy is wonderful with children and is currently around 2 five year olds, a 2 year old and a 3 year old. He is friendly to everyone he meets and would love a family of his own, and he loves to "talk" to you.
I feel that any family would be completely blessed and lucky to have this boy and his foster family absolutely adores him!!
05/01/08 Update: Buddy continues to be a wonderful, sweet, gentleman in my home. He loves to go on walks and does very well on a leash, and LOVES to play ball in the yard with my family.
He really enjoys playing with his foster sister Pascha, who is all of 30 pounds, he is so gentle with her. He is tolerant of my other dogs, the younger crew who always feel the need to get nose to nose with him. There are times when he gets a bit overwhelmed with three young ones crowding around him, and he will walk away from the situation.
Buddy is such a great dog, I cannot understand why he hasn't already found his forever family. He is a very young seven, while he is calm and loving, he also loves to be active outdoors with his people. I think if Buddy could talk, he would want you to know that he will repay you 100 times over with his love and devotion if he was part of your family.
He was abandoned at the shelter in the winter from the only family he had ever known, then spent a couple months there around dogs that constantly barked and scared him. He IS a bit shy when he first meets people, he was with us when we brought him out of the shelter. I can only tell you that if you give this wonderful boy a chance, you will never regret it. He came out of his shell very quickly with us once he realized he was in a home where he would be taken care of and he could trust us. That shy boy we brought home from the shelter was giving me kisses within a couple days, and they haven't stopped yet!
If you can look at Buddy with your heart, past his initial shy exterior and see the wonderful companion you will have in him, he will do nothing but add joy to your life. Buddy has been our only foster that has been given free roam of our home when we aren't there, he is that well behaved. He is very handsome and has a beautiful, shiny coat.
He is neutered, micro chipped and up to date on shots.
This pet is eligible for a gift of the first month of ShelterCare pet insurance paid for by BrightStar German Shepherd Dog Rescue. For more information on pet insurance please visit us online at http://www.sheltercare.com or call 1-866-375- PETS.
For more information about Buddy, please contact Danielle at: luvmyshepherds@verizon.net
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Buddy Love
Available for Adoption
(Rochester Area)
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(Last Update 04-10-08)
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Meet Buddy! He is an 18 month old male German Shepherd Dog mix. Buddy made his trip to NY from Tennessee Easter weekend to join his foster family with BrightStar.
Buddy has settled into his foster home very well. He has adjusted to all the other animals and is very respectful to his human companions. Buddy spent two months in a shelter prior to coming to BrighStar and needed some time to get all his shelter energy out of him. He's a very energetic, go lucky boy.
He loves people and loves to be with you just getting petted or going for walks or playing. He can be dominant when meeting other dominant dogs (mostly males, he backs down to all females he has met) and would do best with another female dog or submissive male dog if he is adopted to a home with other dogs.
Buddy is living with my five indoor cats and does fine with them, though he does like to stare at them very hard, he doesn't hurt them, at most he wants to go up and sniff them. If your not comfortable with a dog giving your cats staring looks, he wouldn't be a good dog for you.
He has a very soft coat, almost like a bunny's fur. Come meet him and feel for yourself!
Buddy is housebroken, crate trained, neutered, and up to date on all his shots. He is just a happy boy looking for his new forever home!
04/10/08 Update: Hi everyone, it's Buddy. I just wanted to tell you how happy I am in my foster home. I absolutely love my foster mom and dad and siblings. My foster mom says I'm such a good boy who's just so willing to please, whatever that means! She says I'm very smart and highly trainable and she hasn't had a foster like me in a while! (I guess I'll take that as a compliment)! I would really like my forever home as much as I love my foster momma's house and would love to stay with her forever, she has explained to me that if I stay she won't be able to help as many other dogs like me and that would stink! Are you looking for a fun loving youngster to add to your life, I guarentee you I'll keep you young! I love to be out and about and would happily join you on daily outtings. I'm just as content lounging around the house after a hard day at work. If you have a female dog at home, that would be a huge plus cause I do adore my ladies! (I have 3 of them right now...wow)! If you have kids at home, I would like to meet them at first, as I do have a good amount of herding instict in me and I want to make sure me and your kids (no I should say MY kids) are a good match for each other. My foster mom says really young kids that run around like crazy get me a little too excited, even though I love them and just want to play with them, I may accidently nip them. I hope someone out there reading believes I'm their dream dog and comes to meet me!
Well I'd love to stay and chat but I have trees to pee on and people to sniff!
Love, Buddy
This pet is eligible for a gift of the first month of ShelterCare pet insurance paid for by BrightStar German Shepherd Dog Rescue. For more information on pet insurance please visit us online at http://www.sheltercare.com or call 1-866-375-PETS
For more information on Buddy, please email Allie at : phay1018@aol.com.
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Meet Joey. He is a 3 year old German Shepherd Dog mix. Joey hasn't had the greatest life. His previous owners had him outside most of the time and in October he was attacked by another dog. As you can see in his picture his leg was broken and his owners never did anything about it. Because of that he now has to have his leg amputated.
If that wasn't enough, he is also Heart Worm positive. Please consider becoming a Guardian Angel for Joey. His surgery and HW treatment are very expensive and he deserves to have a life much better than he has had.
Once those are taken care of he will also need to be neutered.
03/19/08 Update: Joey has had his leg amputated and is doing well. Once he goes back to the vet next week, we will know when he will be able to be transported.
03/26/08 Update: Joey went to the vet for his re-check and to have his stitches removed. He is healing well and has been cleared to transport.
We are hoping he will be able to make the trip to Rochester in the next few weeks.
04/02/08 Update: With the wonderful help of EVERYONE on the transport team, Joey has finally arrived! His sutures had opened up a bit during the long trip and in the middle of all kinds of activity, he laid there quietly and allowed people to administer to him right there in the back of the van. He had to go back to the vet on Monday to have the area re-opened and two drains inserted. He has to wear his big e-collar again and will have the drains removed in a week. Then in one more week he will have his stitches removed. He's also on another two weeks of antibiotics to ward off infection.
He is doing so well in spite of everything he's gone through. He is friendly to everyone. He has not had any accidents in the house. He's sleeping quietly in his crate at night and resting in the kitchen with my family and two male dogs during the day.
I'll update more in the weeks ahead as he rests and recovers.
04/16/08 Update: Joey had his stitches removed yesterday and has healed up beautifully. He is starting to grow his hair back and is looking quite nice.
His heartworm is light positive, so his treatment will be monthly heartworm preventive tabs.
He is such a nice dog. He is friendly to everyone, has a good amount of energy and loves to play. He has a generally “happy” personality. He’s like a little boy looking for a pal. He really loves to go for walks and has no idea he is missing a leg. He is very strong and agile and has no disabilities because of the amputation.
Joey is housebroken and crate trained at night and when we leave the house. He needs supervision in the house, because we think he has always been an outdoor dog. But he is behaving very well so far and quickly learning the rules.
He has a very high prey drive for outdoor animals…squirrels, birds, etc, so he will need a fenced in yard. He just loves to be outside and needs to be really secure on a leash when walking. He is fine with my small male Cockapoo and saw a cat in a crate at the vet’s office and just sniffed him a little. He gets along fine with my male Shepherd and really liked a little female he met at the vet’s!
Joey will need obedience training and an experienced owner, but will make a great addition to someone’s home.
This pet is eligible for a gift of the first month of ShelterCare pet insurance paid for by BrightStar German Shepherd Dog Rescue. For more information on pet insurance please visit us online at http://www.sheltercare.com or call 1-866-375-PETS
For more information on Joey, please email Sheri at: sneil@fltg.net.
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Deuce
Under Evaluation
(Amsterdam Area)
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(Last Update 04-08-08)
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Meet Deuce. He is a 2 year old black German Shepherd Dog who weighs about 65 lbs.
Deuce and his mom Bridget (on the females page) arrived on 03/30/08. They were pulled from a shelter in Madison, GA.
He has settled very nicely. Gets along very well with his foster brother and sister. Ignores the kitties for the most part. He will sniff them and kiss them once in a while.
Deuce is housebroken, and walks well on a leash. Great house manners. We are working on basic commands. He is doing very well with them.
Deuce is on the quiet side for 2 years old. He loves attention and will sit quietly at your side. He is very friendly to everyone he meets.
Deuce is light Heart Worm positive. He has started treatment and will be available once it has been completed.
More on Deuce as we get to know him.
This pet is eligible for a gift of the first month of ShelterCare pet insurance paid for by BrightStar German Shepherd Dog Rescue. For more information on pet insurance please visit us online at http://www.sheltercare.com or call 1-866-375-PETS
For more information on Deuce, please email Brigiette at : bdanise1@yahoo.com.
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Butch
Adoption Pending
(Rochester Area)
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(Last Update 05-10-08)
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Meet Butch. He is a 2 year old German Shepherd Dog.
We can't say enough about this boy. He gets along with everyone and is as sweet as can be.
Butch is housebroken, and crate trained. He also walks well on a leash.
He knows sit and shake and we are working on some others.
Butch is neutered, up to date on shots, HW- and micro chipped.
Come and meet this great boy as he won't last long!
This pet is eligible for a gift of the first month of ShelterCare pet insurance paid for by BrightStar German Shepherd Dog Rescue. For more information on pet insurance please visit us online at http://www.sheltercare.com or call 1-866-375-PETS
For more information on Butch, please email Roxanne at : wolfpackacres@aol.com.
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Eli
Available for Adoption
(Buffalo Area)
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(Last Update 04-17-08)
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Please meet Eli! Eli is a 6-7 year old male sable German Shepherd Dog mix. Eli has had a hard time finding just the right home…he’s been adopted out twice now, and each time, after a couple of years he’s been returned…two years is an awfully long time in the life of a dog, and with each return, Eli has had a harder time bouncing back to his normally happy self. He’s been with us a while now, just getting out of his depressed funk, and getting balanced again.
Eli is a GREAT dog…he likes other dogs….he will chase an unfamiliar cat, but is not aggressive with them…a sharp “No Eli” has always brought him up short…and now he just sniffs her nicely when she lets him get close.
Eli would really just like a home with someone he can hang out with, watch tv, take the long comfy stroll on nice days or evenings…he’s not an overly active dog, but he will play a nice game of fetch for a while.
Sometimes Eli can get a little jealous of his owners attention, however, so while he likes to play with other dogs, and with the right owner can go to a home with other dogs, I think he would actually prefer to be placed with a more solitary person looking for a companion…he really does have a heart of gold….and a personality to match. He personifies “there is no loyalty like the loyalty of a dog”, now we just need to find someone as committed to him as he is to them.
This pet is eligible for a gift of the first month of ShelterCare pet insurance paid for by BrightStar German Shepherd Dog Rescue. For more information on pet insurance please visit us online at http://www.sheltercare.com or call 1-866-375- PETS.
If you think you might be the right person for him, please contact me at : murphymcconnell@att.net
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River
Adoption Pending
(Rochester Area)
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(Last Update 05-04-08)
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Meet River. He is a 5-6 month old purebred German Shepherd Dog puppy. His name is special to him because he was rescued from the Genessee River (in Rochester). When animal control rescued him from the frigid water they were not sure if he would survive. His body temperature was 86° (normal body temperature for a dog is 101.5°). Luckily River has a very thick GSD fur coat, and they feel that helped save him.
You would think that he would be afraid of the water, but that is far from the truth. He loves the water! Every time I fill the very large outside water dish, he stands there and plays in it until he decides it is time to tip it over. He got a bath yesterday and did wonderful.
River is just as sweet and gentle as can be. When you meet him you will not be able to help yourself. You will fall in love with him.
River is neutered, micro chipped and up to date on all vaccinations.
This pet is eligible for a gift of the first month of ShelterCare pet insurance paid for by BrightStar German Shepherd Dog Rescue. For more information on pet insurance please visit us online at http://www.sheltercare.com or call 1-866-375-PETS
For more information on River, please email Nancy at : nanigoat@rochester.rr.com.
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Strider
Under Evaluation
(Buffalo Area)
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(Last Update 04-25-08)
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Please meet Strider! He is a 1-3 year old White Shepherd Dog with a very plush coat. He's only been with us a few days, but his rock steady temperament has already made quite an impression on everyone he's met, both human and canine, young and old. This is one wonderful boy!
He's a big boy, 85lbs now, but we expect that to fluctuate a bit…he needs to gain a few pounds in body weight and shed a few pounds in winter coat!
We've already noted an intense interest in looking over our fence, so a good yard containment system should be in anyone's plans for him!
He's neutered, up to date on his shots, and will be micro chipped shortly.
This pet is eligible for a gift of the first month of ShelterCare pet insurance paid for by BrightStar German Shepherd Dog Rescue. For more information on pet insurance please visit us online at http://www.sheltercare.com or call 1-866-375- PETS.
If you think you might be the right person for him, please contact me at : murphymcconnell@att.net
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Drake
Under Evaluation
(Utica Area)
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(Last Update 05-01-08)
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Drake is a beautiful, six month old German Shepherd Dog/Husky mix puppy who is full of life! He loves to play with all of my dogs, and being a typical puppy, feels anytime is a good time to play with them until he tires out- then its back to napping!
He is almost fully housebroken, but being a puppy and that he drinks so much water throughout the day, he needs to be able to go outside more often.
Drake is around 4 children during the day, ages 1 1/2 to 5, and while he does wonderful with them, I would ask any family to remember that he is a puppy who does not know how big he is, or that he could knock a small child over accidentally.
Doing what puppies love to do, he likes to chew on things as his adult teeth are just coming in. We provide him with many dog toys and so far, have not had a problem with him chewing on anything he shouldn't- we are always there to supervise though, so he shouldn't be left unsupervised with anything that you wouldn't want him to chew on until he grows out of this phase.
He is not fond of the crate, and will cry a bit in it, but we have been working on this with him. He is a confident, smart boy, and can be strong willed. Huskies can have an independent, stubborn side, so it is highly recommeded that he has continued obedience training and a patient, consistent, confident leader.
Drake loves to chase birds, squirrels, balls and run in my yard. We are working on recall with him, and basic obedience commands. He will need someone who is devoted to walking him everyday and giving him outside, supervised playtime to help him burn some of his puppy energy. He goes for 2 long walks everyday, as well as playing with my dogs.
If someone is not familiar with the Siberian Husky breed, I ask that you read up on the breed characteristics (since he is half) before deciding if the breed is a match for you. If you decide it is, he will make a wonderful family member as he is a wonderful, sweet boy who absolutely LOVES to be with people.
Drake is neutered, up to date on shots, and microchipped.
This pet is eligible for a gift of the first month of ShelterCare pet insurance paid for by BrightStar German Shepherd Dog Rescue. For more information on pet insurance please visit us online at http://www.sheltercare.com or call 1-866-375-PETS
For more information on Drake, please email Danielle at : luvmyshepherds@verizon.net.
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Bear
Under Evaluation
(Rochester Area)
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(Last Update 05-08-08)
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Bear is a male blanket back German Shepherd Dog. He is estimated to be a 1 year old, perhaps slightly younger.
Bear and his "brother", Sarge (see below), were surrendered to a kill shelter in Ohio by their family who was moving. The shelter workers really liked the boys and kept them for as long as possible and then BrightStar committed to saving them. Both boys have been in boarding waiting for their own foster homes to open.
Bear is current on all vaccinations and will be neutered and micro chipped while under evaluation with his foster parents.
05/04/08 Update: Bear has arrived and is so handsome, especially after his bath last night. New pictures to follow soon.
He needs to put some weight on him and learn some manners, but he did great his first night in his foster home. Bear is a true teddy bear and wait to you see his beautiful face!
He met all our dog family members and did exceptionally well, we can already tell this big "pup" is very friendly and plays nicely with other dogs (large breed and small breed). He ate his dinner very nicely, with human and fur family around. He clearly wants love and attention. He slept all night in his crate too.
Bear is UTD on vaccinations and we are just waiting for a confirmed neuter surgery date.
More as we get to know Bear.
05/08/08 Update: Mr. Bear was neutered yesterday morning. He came through beautifully!! Bear also had an incisor extraction, it was broken down to the gum line and dead so they went ahead and extracted it (chewing stones or on a kennel in his prior life is the guess), but I am told such extractions heal quickly. He was also micro chipped.
He does need to put on some weight and we are feeding him three times a day this week (except for surgery day of course). We are working on Mr. Bear learning not to counter surf and he is learning quickly that he will be fed regularly.
He is doing very well and is a true joy to have as part of our foster pack. He continues to get along very well with all the dogs in our pack. We will test him with a cat shortly.
This pet is eligible for a gift of the first month of ShelterCare pet insurance paid for by BrightStar German Shepherd Dog Rescue. For more information on pet insurance please visit us online at http://www.sheltercare.com or call 1-866-375- PETS.
For more information on Bear, please contact Darcy and Michael at: ddrons@adelphia.net
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Brodie
Under Evaluation
(Rochester Area)
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(Last Update 05-11-08)
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Brodie is a beautiful 1-2 year old Sable male German Shepherd Dog. He is full of energy and LOVES to have his belly scratched. He is extremely interested in his surroundings and has been boucing around our house with his tail waggin' at full speed.
He walks nicely on a leash and gets along great with my dogs. He met a few strangers and other dogs on our long walk this morning and was friendly with all. He will roll over on his belly for anyone to get a scratch!
Brodie is a big love bug and will make a great addition to anyones family!
He is up to date on vaccinations and will be neutered soon.
More on Brodie as we get to know him better.
05/11/08 Update: Brodie was neutered on Wednesday and is recovering very well. He continues to be a sweet heart and is a great cuddler!
He has already learned to "sit" and "come" on command and is learning "down". He is not 100% housebroken yet, but we are working on getting him there, I attribute this to not being neutered prior to coming into our home. Since his surgery, he hasn't had any accidents in the house.
I suggest Brodie goes to an active home preferably with another dog. He lived his life with his brother Bear (who is also in the Brightstar program) so he is very used to having a canine companion around. He does have a lot of energy, a fenced in yard is preferred with this boy but if someone has ways to safely exercise him for an outlet for that energy that would be ok too. He loves to play with stuffed toys and kongs, as well as chew on bones.
Brodie is neutered, micro-chipped and up to date on all vaccinations.
This pet is eligible for a gift of the first month of ShelterCare pet insurance paid for by BrightStar German Shepherd Dog Rescue. For more information on pet insurance please visit us online at http://www.sheltercare.com or call 1-866-375-PETS
For more information on Brodie, please email Kristin at : kristino4485@yahoo.com.
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Achilles
Under Evaluation
(Watkins Glen Area)
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(Last Update 05-06-08)
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Meet Achilles! He is a gorgeous black and red German Shepherd Dog that is approximately 1 ½ years old. Not much is known about Achilles' life prior to coming to BrightStar only the fact that he comes to us from a shelter in Tennessee.
Achilles is a very sweet and a good-natured dog. He loves people and is very friendly with other dogs. Cats are unknown at this point in time.
He is housebroken and crate trained. We are currently working with Achilles on bas | |
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