PEDRO - German Shepherd Dog Dog for Adoption in Charlotte, North Carolina

Contact my foster at: ALEXIS.404@YAHOO.COM Pedro arrived at the shelter with significant wounds over his entire body, possibly from being hit by a car, and has been healing at the shelter. He has made a great recovery but needs a foster home to continue healing. -Loyal, smart, attentive, confident, social, gentle -Foster should be careful with his ears as he still has discomfort from ear infection and wound healing, taking him for checkups - Walks well on leash, doesn’t pull. Still has a slight limp as he heals from injuries - Smart and eager to please. Knows “sit” and “spin” - Enjoys being pet especially on his itchy back - Has shown loose positive body language while on leash near other leashed dogs, but has not been dog tested -Likes to play fetch -Affectionate and constantly checks in for pets and attention -Not jumpy -Walks right beside you+ smart and responsive -Takes correction well and wants to please On a trip out of the shelter... -Did a great parallel walk with another dog with loose, playful body language. He wasn’t overly-eager to meet him, but they did a few polite sniffs. He tried to initiate play at one point. -Nonreactive down kennel line and when passing other dog in playyard -Was hesitant at first to get in the car but got the hang of it. Delicately jumped in and out. -Rode nicely in car -Happy to meet new people -Small dog barked at him, and he was interested but didn’t retaliate. -Wasn’t too interested in exploring the backyard, but if I walked around, he would follow me like my shadow -The sprinkler turned on, and he had a blast chomping at the water. At one point, he picked up the hose and ran around with it! -Loved his pup cup and hash brown treat -Feels most comfortable being close to you!

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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