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German Shepherd Dog

Carla

Young·Female·Large

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About Carla

Meet Carla, a beautiful 2-year-old German Shepherd mix with a heart as big as her smile. Found as a stray, Carla hasn't let her past define her. She is now ready to find the loving family she has always deserved. Carla weighs 48.6 pounds and is a playful, affectionate, and friendly girl who loves spending time with her people. She gets along well with other dogs and children, and she has also done well with cats. As with any new introduction, she should be supervised at first while she settles in. This smart girl already knows a few simple commands and is eager to keep learning. Whether you're looking for an adventure buddy, a loyal companion, or a family dog, Carla is ready to fill that role with unconditional love.

Ideal Home

Carla would thrive in a home where she can be part of the family and receive plenty of affection. While she gets along well with other dogs, children, and cats, introductions should be supervised as she settles in.

Ongoing Health

Carla is fully vaccinated, spayed, and heartworm negative (4DX). Her adoption fee covers her spay/neuter if over 3 months of age, rabies, bordetella, DHPP, and microchip.

Training & Support

Carla is potty trained and knows a few simple commands. She is eager to continue learning and would benefit from ongoing positive reinforcement training.

Application Details:

  • Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
  • Please complete an application at this link: https://form.jotform.com/242816083921053
  • Please provide a phone number and email on your inquiry so we can follow up.
  • An application is not an approval to adopt.
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Transportation

Carla is located in McAllen, Texas, and can be transported to your area with a completed adoption. Transport is primarily available to the East Coast, mainly serving the NJ, NY, PA, CT, RI, VT, NH areas. Drop-off locations will be provided as close as possible to your location. Please note that there are currently no drop-off locations for New York or Philadelphia due to a USDA ban. There are no meet and greets.

Gets along with

Kids, Dogs, Cats

Ready
MismatchGreat fit

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

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Meet Dr. Dolittle's Rescue Ranch.

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Location & pick up

Map showing location in Toms River, NJ

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Frequently asked questions

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