Rocky
(Rocky is represented by: MAGSR) Gender: Male Good With Kids: Older Kids Only
Breed: German Shepherd Dog
Color: Black & Tan
Date of Birth: 01/30/2018
Date of Birth is estimated: Yes
Current Size: 56 lbs
Ideal/Potential Size:
Housebroken: Unknown
Obedience Trained: No
Living With: Foster
History: Owner Surrender
Good with Cats: Unknown
Other Dogs OK: Yes
Foster Needed?: No
Represented by: MAGSR
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NID#: 3509
Date Added:
Added to DB: Mon, 2018-07-30 10:13
Last updated: Tue, 2019-03-05 12:18
Not Ready for Adoption: No
Commitment Dog: No
Show as New: No
Special Needs: No
Dog Record Archived (1=Yes/0=No): 1
Description
Rocky was an owner surrender as his person had no time for him. It is so important when taking on the responsibility of a pet that you have the time and patience to work with. Rocky is a 6 month old untrained big puppy. He was not taught any manners, nor were his puppy behaviors addressed. He will jump on people, he is mouthy, will chew things he shouldn't and have accidents in the house. He is in need a good training program and a family that will teach him acceptable behavior. Socializing him with lots of people and other dogs is critical, as it is with all dogs. Due to his lack of manners we will not place him in a home with very young children. He will need a strong leader who is willing to work with him and burn off his high puppy energy. Prior puppy GSD experience is required.
Updates
Rocky has made good progress with socialization and rules in his foster home. He goes for walks with the resident GSD several times a day and passes many other unruly dogs in the community and he is learning to be on his best behavior and waits in a sit until they pass. Rocky is learning he does not have to be jealous of other dogs and getting attention and by waiting patiently for his turn, he gets a lot of love and attention. Rocky is working on sit, place and heel and is learning quickly. Rocky is nervous meeting people and doesn't like people approaching him until he's ready to meet them. Rocky is being desensitized to random objects around the house like trash cans, recycle bins and yard signs - all things that when initially in his foster home, freaked him out. Rocky is an insecure boy that needs confidence that everything isn't going to hurt him. He is learning to trust his foster mom and his loving personality is coming out towards her and he sits at her feet whenever he can. It will take time for Rocky to build trust with his human - patience, commitment and training is a must with Rocky. If Rocky sounds like a good fit for your household, please ask to meet him.
