Agatha a gentle gem - German Shepherd Dog Dog for Adoption in Mettawa, Illinois

Meet Agatha — A Gentle German Shepherd Gem

Interested in adopting or fostering Agatha? Please apply at upshotdogrescue.org. We’ll contact you to set up a call. You can also find us on Facebook at Charlaine Raynor and Instagram at @upshotdogrescuepr.

Agatha is a beautiful 2–3-year-old German Shepherd mix, weighing about 45 pounds. She’s medium-sized and has a calm, loving personality to match.

A few things we love about Agatha:

* Gentle and affectionate
* Walks calmly on leash and stays close by your side
* Comes out of her crate quietly and politely
* Knows many commands
* Relaxed around other dogs; she met about 14 dogs on her first day
* Gentle with veterinary staff
* About 45 pounds

We’re still learning about Agatha around children. She showed interest in cats when they passed her crate at the vet, so we’ll need to assess that further. For now, a home without cats may be the best fit.

Agatha’s story

Agatha was found abandoned on a mountainside in Luquillo, Puerto Rico. When I first saw her, she was looking through a neighbor’s windows and trying to get into the house. It was clear she was searching for someone and somewhere she once knew.

We didn’t have space at the rescue, but for three days I kept passing her in the rain during tropical-storm season, and I couldn’t get her out of my mind. I finally went back for her. Rescue couldn’t have been easier: I put a leash on her, and she walked right into a crate with me.

Agatha tested positive for heartworm, and treatment has already started. We’re hoping to find her a foster or adopter in the States where she can rest comfortably while she finishes treatment. Upshot Dog Rescue will pay for her heartworm treatment and transport to the States. We can fly her just about anywhere in the country and will help coordinate her care.

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.

To create an standard of how dogs are cared for and vetted when rescued to include proper quarantine , socialization...