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06-07-2011, 06:49 AM

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suebee

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Make sure you look at your local shelter. There are lots of Shepherds and Shepherd mixes for adoption and they are loving and grateful companions! Also check the internet for a GS Dog Rescue organization in your area. Mine even gives a free 6 week obedience course to anyone who adopts a GS!

Everyone thinks my baby is a GS mix-mostly because of his colors. But he's a collie/malamute. A rescue dog and the best friend anyone could ask for!

I have been searching all of those venues for months...around here all you find are Australian sheps, and pitt bulls...rarely a decent GS mix at all...though I did find this one tonight and I am praying he will still be there when I call in the morning...http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/19791302

He is beautiful. I hope he is there too. Shame on the people who are just dumping him because they are getting a divorce. What a lame excuse. I guess its better than just abandoning him. He deserves to find a stable home :) good luck, keep us posted.

06-07-2011, 06:50 AM

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jaciqltznok

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Originally Posted by sueisallaboutquilts

Good luck on your search!! I know you're not interested in a mix but I love them. They seem healthier to me, just my experience though.

it is not that I am against getting a mix, it is just in this area, they are always mixed with another breed I am not found of. Usually a blue heeler, or Australian or a pit! This is farm country, so they want a good guard dog for the farm. I don't need one that needs 50 acres to patrol and animals to herd, I just need a companion!

06-07-2011, 06:57 AM

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ontheriver

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So hope you can find one. GS,s are such great dogs. When looking for mine I found a wonderful family in Pensacola that had a litter. I did not want to go to a breeder. I just kept checking the ads in the paper. I love my GS Dillinger, he is my constant companion.

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06-07-2011, 07:21 AM

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I know others have said the same thing but our local shelter is always over flowing with shepard, rottweilers and what they refer to as pitbulls. Best of luck to you. :)

06-07-2011, 07:31 AM

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Scrap Happy

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You can search rescue groups for specific Breeds by googling the specific breed you have in mind. Example: Grey Hound Rescue or whatever breed you are looking for. They will want to know a lot about you before letting the dog live with you (i.e., fence in yard, a/c in house, etc.) If you get an older dog they will probably ask you about your willingness to work with a dog/help a dog that may have issues from their past. I can tell you from personal experience helping dogs like this is very rewarding. It's wonderful to watch them blossom and grow into a dog that is no longer fearful and come into their own.

Please let us posted and show pictures when you get your new baby.

EDITED: The Shepherd in my avatar came from a home of neglect and abuse - long story. She had lots of issues and it was a lot of work but is a beautiful member of our family now.