Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
Not good with cats,
House-trained,
Spayed or Neutered,
Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Animal Profile: Betty is an estimated 8-year-old, 67 lb female German Shepherd who had been waiting for a very long time with Special Pals Shelter in Texas to find a home, with no luck. A concrete floor is no place for this girl, so we agreed to take her to Seattle to find her a forever home. The TX rescue notes that Betty was found together with her pup Rita (who we are also taking) wandering around a neighborhood chained together. Betty is friendly with people and large dogs. Betty has a fear of fireworks and storms; she can be an escape artist during storms so that's something to be aware of. More info as we get to know her. Foster Update: In February, Betty joined us in the PNW from Texas. She made the journey with her grown puppy, Rita, whom she has transitioned away from well. Betty is thought to be 8 years old and an outdoor dog for most of her life. As a result, her house and social skills left room for improvement. In foster care, Betty has made those improvements. She has adjusted well to the foster family's two children under 8 years old, and she peacefully shares the home with the resident 8-year-old, 100 lb male German Shepherd. She is amazing in the car and on a leash and has begun to socialize well with smaller dogs. Progress is still to be made with larger dogs, but Betty is interested in the other dogs and really wants to play. She has conquered her crate anxiety as well as her desire to guard her food. She has also made great strides with house training and house manners. In addition, she greatly enjoys her daily walks. She wags her tail and bounces around the house while her foster mom gets ready. The smile on her face is so big and her excitement is unmistakable. She is a remarkable dog and will make a fabulous companion. Betty will be a great asset to a person or family able to commit to her. She is eager to please, tremendously loyal, and longing for a person to call her own. Could that be you? If so, please fill out an application and Dog Gone Seattle with be in touch as soon as possible. Adoption Info: Adoption fee is $350, which includes spay/neuter, current rabies/DAPPV/bordetella vaccinations, microchip, health certificate, and heartworm test. All adoption fees are donations to a Washington non-profit corporation and all donations go to benefit the animals in our rescue. Apply online at www.DogGoneSeattle.org Animal History: This dog joined us from Special Pals Shelter after being abandoned on a chain. This dog will be available for adoption in Seattle once evaluated.
