Hazelnut - Shepherd and Mixed Breed Dog for Adoption in Rochester, Minnesota

Meet Hazelnut!

Looking for a sweet, intelligent, and loyal companion who just needs a little love and patience to blossom? Meet Hazelnut!

Hazelnut is a beautiful German Shepherd mix with a gentle, shy personality and a heart full of love. She gets along with her foster siblings, both cats and dogs! It took her a day or two to feel comfortable around her kitty siblings, but once she settled in, she learned to enjoy their company.

This smart girl loves spending time outside, soaking up the fresh air and enjoying the beautiful weather. She also LOVES training and showing off how clever she is! So far, Hazelnut has learned sit, sit pretty, and leash walking, and she's currently working on her recall. With her intelligence and eagerness to learn, she's sure to keep impressing her future family!

Hazelnut is still a little shy and needs someone who will give her the time, patience, and encouragement she deserves to come out of her shell. Once she feels safe and comfortable, she'll have the chance to show you just how special she truly is.

Hazelnut is looking for a loving forever home with someone willing to help her build confidence, continue her training, and discover the wonderful world around her at her own pace.

If you're looking for a loyal best friend to grow with, love, and cherish, Hazelnut might just be your girl!

Give this sweet girl the chance to blossom. She has so much love to give!

Adoption fee is $450 plus tax. Apply at campcompanion.org!

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