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German Shepherd Dog

Rex

Adult·Male·Large

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About Rex

Rex is a handsome shepherd mix, likely around six years old, with a deeply touching story. He was found alone on the streets of Houston, seemingly abandoned by his previous owners. Despite this betrayal, he still yearned for his lost family. His resilience shone through when he willingly jumped into a car with strangers, trusting that it might lead him back to a loving home. Now with our rescue, Rex is a dog who clearly misses the people he knew, and his confusion and longing are palpable. He possesses a strong personality and can be dominant, though he actively avoids conflict. He cautiously offers affection, sometimes leaning in for gentle pets, and will vocalize with a growl if he feels uncomfortable or wants to set boundaries. Rex responds beautifully to kindness and is a shepherd with a strong character, but he is also grieving the loss of his past. Finding him the right home will require patience and understanding from an experienced adopter who can help him learn to trust again.

Ideal Home

An experienced adopter who understands a strong-willed dog and can provide patience and a consistent environment for Rex to learn to trust again.

Ongoing Health

No specific health conditions were mentioned in the description.

Training & Support

Rex can be dominant and may growl to set boundaries. He needs an adopter experienced in understanding dog behavior and providing consistent guidance. He responds well to kindness.

Application Details:

  • Applications start by contacting us through Wags.

Transporation

Rex is located in Houston, TX. Transportation is included in the adoption fee.

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Kids, Dogs, Cats

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What to expect

Estimated

Typical costs and care for a German Shepherd Dog.

Typical cost to care

$2,260$2,620 /yr

$203/mo

Energy

High

Grooming

3×/week

Shedding

Heavy

Health risk

High

Lifespan

9–13 yrs

Know the breed

German Shepherd Dog

Exercise

90 min/day, Vigorous activity

Trainability

Very trainable

Experience

Some experience needed

Living space

House, Acreage

Shedding

Heavy

Lifespan

9-13 years

Meet the shelter

Meet Mike's Chance Animal Rescue.

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Location & pick up

Map showing location in Portage, WI

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