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.
Beef is an adorable 4 nonth-old male Belgian Malinois who was abandoned with a sibling (Ribeye) on the side of the road. Luckily, the 2 babies were picked up by a Good Samaritan who took them to the local shelter before something worse could happen to them. The shelter was very full and asked if we could help, and thanks to a couple of wonderful fosters who opened their homes and hearts to these pups in need, we were able to bring them in rescue. Both pups have been thriving in their wonderful foster homes and are now ready for adoption! Here is an intro written by Beef's foster mom:
Meet Beef — The Sweetest Sous-Chef and Champion Weed Puller. Beef is a 15 & a half week-old Belgian Malinois pup with a heart full of love and eyes that will melt yours in an instant. He’s smart, attentive, and always eager to please. He is already working on his “sit” and taking treats with the gentlest little bites. This curious boy is a professional shadow, faithfully following his foster siblings, Daizy and Griffin, around the house. One of his favorite pastimes? Snatching Daizy’s leash and pretending he’s the one taking her for a walk. It is adorable and hilarious. Beef sleeps through the night like a dream in his kennel and is making steady progress with potty-training. During the day, he’s all about the snuggles and naps (preferably in your arms or by your side). And don’t let his age fool you, Beef is already building quite the resume! He’s an observant little sous-chef, watching patiently and intently from the kitchen floor while you make dinner, just in case a snack heads his way. He’s also an enthusiastic weed puller, helpfully removing unsightly weeds straight from the patio planters with great gusto. Green thumb or not, he’s doing his best! Beef has a special way of looking up at you with those big, soulful eyes, like he’s hanging on your every word. He’s thoughtful, affectionate, and ready for a forever home where he can keep learning, loving, and making life just a little more joyful! If you’re ready for puppy kisses, laughter, and a loyal sidekick for life, Beef is ready too!
Like all Belgian Malinois, GSDs and other herding breeds that we have in rescue, Beef will need training, consistency, boundaries, and lots of activity and socialization, in order to be a well-balanced, well-behaved dog. This sweet boy would make a great addition to an active home that will provide the love, structure, good leadership, activity and mental stimulation that he needs. Because of that, Beef's ideal owner will have prior GSD, or other similar breed 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.
Beef's adoption fee is $350, all of which goes back into offseting 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 Beef
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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.
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