Casper
(Casper is represented by: MAGSR) Gender: Male Good With Kids: Yes, older kids
Breed: German Shepherd Dog
Color: White
Date of Birth: 10/08/2023
Date of Birth is estimated: Yes
Current Size: 44 lbs
Ideal/Potential Size: large
Housebroken: Yes
Obedience Trained: Working on it
Living With: Foster
History: Shelter
Good with Cats: Yes
Other Dogs OK: Yes
Foster Needed?: No
Represented by: MAGSR
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NID#: 14910
Date Added:
Added to DB: Wed, 2024-07-31 21:40
Last updated: Sat, 2024-10-19 15:57
Not Ready for Adoption: No
Commitment Dog: No
Show as New: No
Special Needs: No
Dog Record Archived (1=Yes/0=No): 0
Description
Happy-go-lucky Casper was picked up as a stray in a very busy city in the south. Brought to a shelter that is significantly over capacity with a daily intake of 30 to 40 dogs a day, little Casper's time was very limited. Although staff members adored this little guy, as soon as his stray hold was lifted, Casper was placed on the list to be euthanized. With such an overwhelming number of dogs arriving daily, it seemed that Casper may not make it out alive. Luckily, the right people learned about Casper's situation and began mobilizing to help him move forward safely. With MAGSR as his final destination, Casper began moving forward.
Casper represents his name rather well. A friendly, goofy, playful little guy, this boy is filled with happiness. Having moved about a bit over the last month, this guy has done very well with the transitions. However, he is hoping to settle down with a forever family soon. Still a baby in many ways, Casper is in the process of learning the ins and outs of becoming a good canine citizen. He is beginning to learn basic leash manners and expectations. Training will go a long way with this little honey. Not only will training help Casper bond with his forever family, but it will also help him develop the skills needed to become a good canine citizen. Without any information about his past, we do not know if Casper has had any experience in a home. When staying with one of our incredible foster families, we learned that Casper definitely enjoys living in a home and quickly discovers that the treat cabinet is the most important cabinet in the house. He is already adjusting well when provided with structure, routine, and leadership. Eager to learn and ready for an adventure, Casper is looking for an active family that will teach him the joys of living with a loving family. If this sweetheart sounds like the right match for your family, ask to meet Casper today!
Updates
Casper is the life of the party! He is good with cats and dogs, and he doesn't even bark when they're at the fence line! He was given the opportunity to flex his social muscles recently at a trip to the University of Maryland; it was an absolute delight for him and everyone that he met. Always ready for a butt rub, he enjoyed meeting the students, all of whom were eager snugglers. While he's a bit nervous when meeting toddlers, he's never shown aggression and meets young and old alike with gentleness and curiosity. As a fun-loving and goofy boy, he is always up for any adventure and enjoys riding in the car. He doesn't have much food drive, but he responds very well to praise. In addition to his winning personality, he's learning good house manners and how to walk nicely on a leash. He's excelling as he has not had any accidents so far, even being left outside his crate all day long; he seems to enjoy learning if it means pleasing his foster parents! We're sure that Casper will make a terrific family dog. If you think so too, ask to meet him today!
,Casper was invited to his foster family's reunion weekend and he discovered he loves humans of all sizes and ages, other dogs that he can play with, his foster's resident cat, and snuggles! Very relaxed and friendly, he does well in public spaces and city life does not seem to stress him out at all. Although only having been with his foster family for a short time, he has learned to walk well on a leash and is even excellent when walking next to a baby stroller. He's had success with a nice loose leash and prong collar and while on a waist belt around a busy and loud playground. While he is amazing with people, he does tend to want to walk in front when walking with another dog so he's working hard to correct that. Even though Casper is well-behaved and a sweetheart, his foster family is still taking him to training so that he can work on learning some focus, keeping appropriate personal space with other dogs, and maintaining his discipline. He's improving every single day and is already a very good boy. Doesn't he seem like one you want to adopt? He thinks so!
