German Shepherd dogs, as well as the other herding breeds that we have in rescue, are highly active, energetic, working breeds. They require considerable vetting, exercise, socialization, training, leadership and mental stimuli in order to be well-adjusted, well-balanced, and well-mannered dogs. Even if you exercise and play with your dog daily in your fenced yard, you MUST still take your dog out on daily walks and outings in order to work on his/her leash skills, manners, and social skills.These breeds make great additions to active families who will pamper them, but who will also work with them, as they are smart dogs who need leadership, structure, plenty of activity and mental stimulation.
If you are new to German Shepherds (and other herding breeds), please research the breed to make sure this is the dog for you. We ask that you consider the time and financial commitment that your German Shepherd (or other herding breed) dog will require before applying for one. Please review the section on our website (www.heartlandgsrescue.org) "Is a HUGS Dog Right for You?" for additional information.
Renley is a very sweet 6 month-old pup who's shy but warms up quickly. Her and her sister Ryka (who is thriving in a different foster home) came in rescue a few days ago. This little family was living outside on a chain with mom. Sadly, only the puppies were allowed to come in rescue. They are as sweet as can be, smart as a whip, learning everything so fast, and loving being part of the family in their foster homes!
Renley is a velcro pup, affectionate, and adores sticking very close to her humans. She loves to be with other dogs her own size but could also be happy in a home where she is the only dog as long as she gets plenty of attention. Renley's mom was a GSD (dad unknown), but appears to be on the smaller size for a GSD. She is a cutie!!! You are guaranteed to fall in love.
Like any of our dogs, this sweetheart would make a great addition to an active home that will provide love, structure, good leadership, activity and mental stimulation. Because of that, Renley's ideal owner will have prior experience. Even if you exercise and play with your dog daily in your fenced yard, please remember that you MUST still take your dog out on daily walks and outings, in order to provide sufficient stimulation, ward off boredom, and work on leash skills, and manners.
Renley's adoption fee is $395, all of which goes back into offsetting our high-cost vetting expenses and rescuing more dogs. We are a 100% volunteer-run rescue group and rely on adoption fees and donations to continue saving lives. Adoption fees include spay/neuter, current on age-appropriate vaccinations, fecal, deworming, flea/tick and heartworm preventative, heartworm tested if old enough (and treated if positive), and microchipped. Please visit http://heartlandgsrescue.rescuegroups.org/info/adoption for more information about our adoption process and requirements, and to apply.
More about Renley
Good with Dogs, Good with Kids
Please review the information in the "About Us", "Important Considerations" and "Adopt" sections on our website menu, as it contains useful information about the breed, adoption fees, the adoption process and our requirements, and how meeting the dogs works.
Other Pictures of Renley (click to see larger version):
Currently we do not know if Renley will be able to attend the event, HUGS at Petsmart on Saturday, June 14th, 2025.
Currently we do not know if Renley will be able to attend the event, Ribs for Rescues on Sunday, June 15th, 2025.
