Jace is a 12-week-old Shepherd mix with a big personality packed into his 10-pound body. He's incredibly sweet, smart, and picked up the doggie door right away like a total pro. He's already learning to sit politely for treats and meals, and he absolutely loves playing with the resident dogs.
This boy has classic puppy energy -- zoomies through the house (sometimes with a toy... sometimes with a shoe), bouncing wildly in fresh snow, and then crashing hard on the biggest dog bed he can find. He'd happily chew on your shoes all day if given the chance, but he's learning that frozen lick mats and treat balls are way more acceptable options. He's playful and will bark during playtime, and he may whine briefly when left alone, but he settles.
Jace is still working on potty training and improving every day. He's not crate trained yet but does well being contained and would likely adjust quickly to a cozy crate setup.
He's good with other dogs and with kids, though he's in that typical "bitey" puppy stage, so supervision with younger kiddos is important. He hasn't lived with cats, but as a young puppy, he should be able to learn with proper introductions.
Jace will thrive in a home ready to give him both mental and physical exercise -- plus lots of love, patience, and maybe a few extra shoe racks.
If you are interested in this dog, fill out an application at this link to get the ball rolling - https://pethavenmn.org/adopt/adoptable-dogs/dog-adoption-application/
The adoption fee is $550. Adoption fee includes spay/neuter, heartworm/Lyme test, all age-appropriate vaccinations (distemper, rabies, and Bordetella), heartworm and flea/tick preventatives, and microchip implant (including registration). Adoption fees INCLUDE a mandatory sales tax of 7.525%. Age and breed are based on veterinarian and intake professional's recommendation and not guaranteed as a rescue animal's history is often unknown. Due to post-adoption services provided, we prefer to adopt within a 150-mile radius of the Twin Cities. However, we will consider up to 250 miles if the foster agrees to travel requirements and staff approval.
ABOUT: GERMAN SHEPHERD DOG DOG BREED
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.
