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German Shepherd Rescue Las Vegas |
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Before You Adopt
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Other Sites of Interest
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Your German Shepherd Dog: An
Owner's Manual
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German
Shepherds: What's Good About 'Em, What's Bad About 'Em
Are you going to have a great dog? "The best dog you've ever
had?" It's basically all up to you.
Socializing
Your German Shepherd
Teach your German Shepherd to get along well with the world.
Potential
Health Issues in German Shepherd Dogs
Canine Hip Dysplasia and Arthritis are the most common, but other health
issues are also seen from time to time.
Respect
Training Program
Teach your German Shepherd to respect you. Good manners will follow and
behavior problems will disappear.
What
to Teach Your New Puppy
Just got a puppy? Or getting one soon? Here's what you'll need to teach him!
Housebreaking
Your German Shepherd
Bathroom manners for German Shepherd puppies and adults.
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The German Shepherd Dog (GSD) is a wonderful
breed, but it is a "high maintenance" animal not suited
for everyone. If you are unfamiliar with our favorite breed, please
take the time to educate yourself about it. You can start right here
by reading the following. |
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Top 10 Reasons
Why a German Shepherd Dog May Not be the Dog for You
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German Shepherds require a serious
commitment. Many of the dogs that come to rescue organizations
have no training. It is important that the new family puts time
and effort into training their rescue dog.
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These dogs have a high energy level. The very
energy that allows these dogs to be police, search, guide and
herding dogs is often the reason these dogs are surrendered. If
you’re looking for a couch potato you may want to consider a
different breed.
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German Shepherds are highly intelligent. If
they are not given a job to do they will often come up with
their own.
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Like any dog, the German Shepherd is a social
animal and needs to be part of a family. The loyalty that
endears this breed to many requires that it not be banished to
the backyard.
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German Shepherds are large dogs. The number
one reason given by people surrendering German Shepherds is
moving. Usually apartments do not welcome these dogs. If you don’t
know where you will be a few years down the line it is not the
right time to adopt.
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These dogs shed non-stop.
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They can be vocal, often whining and barking
to communicate. If left alone for prolonged periods of time they
may become problem barkers.
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If you don’t like doggy smell, consider a
different breed. Also, bathing can be challenging due to the dog’s
water-resistant outer coat.
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A German Shepherd must respect its owner.
This is not accomplished by heavy-handedness; it is only
achieved when its owner treats the dog with equal respect.
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These dogs originated as herding dogs. It is
a heritage they carry still. Keep this in mind if you or your
neighbors have livestock. Remember that in the state of
California a dog harassing livestock may be shot.
- Julie Connolly for German
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If
you are interested in adopting from our organization please complete
the Adoption
Application.
If
you have ever considered opening your home and heart to temporarily
foster a dog, we need you! Please complete our Foster
Family Questionnaire.
German
Shepherd Rescue of Las Vegas understands that not everyone can adopt
a new family member or offer a temporary foster home. If you would
like to help in other ways contact
us or please consider making a donation.
You
Can Help
- Adopt
- Provide a Temporary Foster Home
- Sponsor A Dog
- Evaluations (experience required)
- Transport to and from Foster Homes
- Shelter work (photography and Evaluations)
- Home Visits
- Fund Raising
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Will You Do What You Can
To Save One? |
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Your
Donation Can Save Lives
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Please
Help Us Help Them
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Donate
via PayPal or
Check mailed to:
German Shepherd Rescue Las Vegas
50 South Emery Street
Pahrump, NV 89048 |
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