Sheldon
(Sheldon is represented by: MAGSR) Gender: Male Good With Kids: Older kids, over 16
      Breed: German Shepherd Dog
      Color: Black & Tan
      Date of Birth: 11/01/2018
     Date of Birth is estimated: Yes
    Current Size: 55 lbs
    Ideal/Potential Size: 65 lbs
    Housebroken: Yes
    Obedience Trained: Working on it
    Living With: Foster
    History: Stray to Shelter 
  
    
      Good with Cats: Unknown
      Other Dogs OK: Yes, with proper introduction
    Foster Needed?: No
Represented by: MAGSR
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 NID#: 7879 
  Date Added:  
  Added to DB: Sat, 2020-11-21 18:31
  Last updated: Sun, 2021-02-21 13:21
  
Not Ready for Adoption: No 
  Commitment Dog: No
  Show as New: No 
  Special Needs: No 
  Dog Record Archived (1=Yes/0=No): 1 
Description
Sheldon came to us from a shelter as he was brought in as a stray. We do not know a lot about Sheldon's past but, we have gotten to know more about him while he has been in our care. Clearly under socialized and possibly mistreated early on, Sheldon arrived lacking the confidence needed to meet with success. However, with leadership and structure, Sheldon has made great strides.
MAGSR was fortunate to be able to provide Sheldon with the opportunity to work with a trainer in order to develop his basic obedience while building his overall confidence. At this time Sheldon is an absolute dream when working through commands. However, when placed in new situations, Sheldon often will revert back to his fearful self. Continued structure and practice will help Sheldon recognize the importance of looking to the handler for direction. This will further enhance his overall confidence while developing into the good canine citizen he is destined to become.
Sheldon would be most successful in a family that has experience with an insecure dog. His forever family will need to continue his training and confidence building without putting him in unpredictable situations. As Sheldon is uncomfortable with quick movements or busy households, he would be most successful in a home without children.
If Sheldon sounds like a dog that would be a fit for your family and you have the time and patience to work him through some challenges, he will reward you with his loyalty, puppy kisses and tail wags.
Sheldon has been through a four-week basic obedience leave-and-learn class with Stateline Canine in Hanover, PA. His adoptive family will be able to set-up a lesson to go over all his commands.















