Osa - Shepherd Dog for Adoption in San Diego, California

Personality: Spunky girl with the friendliest nature! She does prefer slow introductions to allow trust to develop.

Education: Bathroom and leash trained

Favorite Activities: Cuddles, zoomies, walks.

Looking For: An active family ready for a girl that plays hard. She will need some decompression time and then will be the most fun girl ever!

Special Needs/Concerns: TVT survivor. To help manage frequent urinary tract problems, I am eating Hills Prescription Diet Urinary Care C/D (~$103 for largest bag) along with taking Cranberry Plus D-Mannose supplement (~$15.00 for a months supply, depending on where purchased and market value).

Bio: She aims to please!

Nice to meet you! My name is I'm Osa, and I'm a 6-year-old, 55-pound, spayed Shepherd mix female.

I am fully house-trained, and I walk perfectly on a leash with almost no pulling. I'm easily trainable (I've almost fully mastered "sit" and "wait"), too, and I respond well to verbal corrections. As far as my health goes, I am a proud TVT survivor and had surgery to repair my prolapsed vagina. I am all cleared by the vet now!

A little bit about me, you ask? Well, I am just the sweetest girl you'll ever meet, and I will do anything I can to please my humans. I'm attention-motivated, and I will happily cuddle on the couch all day long and demand endless pets and love from you. But despite being incredibly loving, I also have an energetic spunky side! I love taking walks and am at my best when I'm getting about 2-4 miles of walking per day. I make a fantastic running buddy, too, and will run by your side while on a leash. When I'm not outside, I've been known to wrestle, as well as toss/chase my Kong around the house. I also tend to get the zoomies pretty often, especially after a nice, long walk. I used to be wary of men, but I have learnt to trust, and even snuggle!

Something that I also wanted to add is that I can take a little while to warm up to new people and new surroundings. Therefore, I prefer slow introductions in order to feel comfortable. I can feel nervous and tense around males on occasion. Currently, I'd rather they not engage with me and just allow me to sniff them once ready. I am also muzzle trained and

My ideal home would be with an active family who can provide me with sufficient exercise every day. I also require lots of love and cuddles, and I'm happy to report that I don't have any separation anxiety and can be left alone for several hours with no issues. I am kitty- and dog-friendly, and I think I would do okay around little humans.

Do we sound like a match? If so, my adoption fee includes spaying/neutering, shots, and microchip. If you want to take me home, please apply!

The shepherd dog breed encompasses a versatile group known for their intelligence, loyalty, and strong work ethic. With a heritage deeply rooted in herding and protecting livestock, shepherds excel at various tasks ranging from obedience and agility competitions to search and rescue missions. Their protective nature makes them excellent family pets, offering unwavering devotion and a natural instinct to watch over and care for their loved ones. In addition to their remarkable abilities, shepherds are often characterized by their distinctive appearance, including a sturdy build, alert expression, and a signature double coat that provides insulation and protection in various climates.

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