Ruger
#GDR-A-58543
Breed
Shepherd, German
Sex
Male
Age
4 Years and 7 Months old
Ruger is a special boy who needed a special name!! In German my name stands for "spearman" or famous warrior..... guess what?? I am a LOVER, not a FIGHTER!!
Now, I have had a ruff start to my life, but my life's prospects are so SO much better now that I am rescued and loved and safe!
I was found by a nice guy on the streets of Austin, TX so SO skinny and so SO scared! Now, he did the best he could but when he ended up in drug rehab I was taken to the rescue here and my life has REALLY begun now!
I am still skinny but nothing like I was before, I am a nervous fella and burn through some calories every day. I have a sweet and scared personality when you first meet me, but I get over that fairly quickly. i need a breed knowledgeable owner and. strong leader to help me build up my confidence too.
I am worth the time and effort, promise!
I am ready for you, are you ready for me??????
Local adoption fee is $200 (in Texas only)
Attributes
Crate Trained
Good with Dogs
Know the breed
Local only
Needs Active Lifestyle
Older children only
Requires secure fenced yard
Ready to meet your new best friend?
ADOPTION REQUIREMENTS
To adopt we require… all pets are indoor animals, current on vaccinations and spayed/neutered unless medical reason why and dogs on heartworm prevention.
ADOPTION FEES
Adults are $200 and under a year is $250 in Texas.
Out of state adoptions are $400 – $500.
(Specialty breeds could have higher adoption fees)
Something to Consider:
Puppies don't train themselves
If you aren’t willing to train a puppy every single day, don’t get a puppy! It isn’t a one-shot deal. You have to be dedicated. And if you aren’t making progress – find someone who can help. Enroll in a puppy training class or hire a trainer. Most cities across the nation have some sort of availability for this kind of help and at different cost levels that would fit your budget.
Puppies are going to poop a lot and pee even more; chew on everything; bite everyone; scratch people and furniture; steal things; destroy something at some point; pull on the leash; not move at all on the leash; bark; cry; beg for attention; and the list goes on. You’re going to have to walk them, bathe them, pick up everything below waist height, buy new shoes, and most importantly: TRAIN THE PUPPY NOT TO DO THESE THINGS! Ultimately, it is your responsibility to teach your puppy that this behavior is unacceptable.
Puppies turn into dogs...