Freya - Anatolian Shepherd and German Shepherd Dog Dog for Adoption in Amherst, Massachusetts

Meet Freya!

A beautiful six-and-a-half-year-old Anatolian Shepherd mix currently in Temple, PA, whose loving, loyal spirit is wrapped in a soft tan coat and an impressive 95-pound frame. This affectionate girl is equal parts outdoor adventurer, devoted companion, and professional snuggler, with a wonderfully goofy side that keeps her family smiling!

Freya loves hikes, walks, Kong toys, and time spent playing outside. Daily exercise is important to her, so she is looking for an active family who enjoys getting outdoors and can provide a fenced yard or a firm commitment to regular walks, hikes, and adventures. After the fun is over, Freya is happy to settle in close for affection and companionship.

This smart girl has received formal obedience training and knows sit, heel, stay, come, lay, free, and stop! She is housebroken, crate trained, comfortable on leash, and trained off leash with reliable recall. Freya also does well when left alone for short periods, and enjoys car rides. Her one quirky concern is the vacuum, and storms can make her nervous.

Freya is friendly with people, including strangers, and she is especially gentle and protective with children of all ages. She loves other dogs and is also comfortable around cats! Healthy, spayed, microchipped, and up to date on vaccinations, she has no major health concerns, although she occasionally experiences diarrhea.

Freya eats three times daily and appreciates a predictable routine that includes plenty of activity, companionship, and outdoor time. Her future pet parent should be ready to talk openly about her needs and continue giving this clever, affectionate girl the exercise and engagement she enjoys.

Freya shares an especially meaningful friendship with Luna, and these two girls are best friends! While Freya can be adopted separately, she would love to be adopted with Luna if possible so they can begin their next adventure side by side.

Could Freya, and perhaps her beloved Luna too, be the adventure companions your family has been waiting to welcome?

If you're interested in providing Freya with a loving home, please email adopt@joyfulpets.com for more information on adopting her! Please note that Freya will remain with her current family until a suitable new home is found for her.

Also, Freya is open to a long-distance adoption, love knows no distance when finding your perfect companion!

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The Anatolian Shepherd is a large and powerful ancient breed known for its loyalty, intelligence, and protective nature. Originating in Turkey, these dogs were bred to guard livestock from predators, showcasing their strong natural instincts. Anatolian Shepherds have a distinctive short double coat that comes in various colors, with a black mask common on their faces. They require early socialization and consistent training to manage their independent yet devoted temperament effectively.

The German Shepherd Dog, known for its intelligence, loyalty, and versatility, is a popular and highly regarded breed worldwide. This breed excels in various roles such as police work, search and rescue, and assistance for individuals with disabilities. German Shepherd Dogs are strong, agile, and confident with a distinctive double coat that can be straight or wavy. Their character is marked by courage, loyalty, and a strong work ethic, making them ideal companions and protectors for families and professionals alike.

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