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German Shepherd Dog

Frostine

Young·Female·Large

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About Frostine

Frostine is an 11-month-old white German Shepherd who came into our care under heartbreaking circumstances. She was underweight, frightened, and unfamiliar with even the most basic parts of daily life. Despite everything she's endured, her spirit remains gentle. She has never shown aggression, only uncertainty and quiet curiosity as she begins to learn that the world can be safe. Frostine is experiencing many "firsts" right now, including her first walks outside, her first moments of fresh air, and her first experiences with kind, patient human touch. While she is understandably timid, she is already showing signs of trust, accepting soft pets and taking treats with remarkable gentleness.

During her time with us, Frostine has absolutely blossomed and has come the furthest out of all of her siblings. The scared little dog she once was has slowly made room for a goofy, gangly, toy-obsessed whirlwind that seems to operate on equal parts happiness and chaos. This girl is READY TO PLAY! She loves toys, and wrestling and zooming around the yard with other dogs. She experiences random bursts of energy where all four legs seem to have different plans. Frostine is still learning that the world isn't quite as scary as she once thought. New things can sometimes spook her and remind us of where she came from, but what makes Frostine so special is that she keeps choosing bravery anyway. She bounces back quickly, keeps moving forward, and approaches life with a "let's see what happens!" attitude. She is smart, playful, goofy, and so much fun to watch. She's the kind of dog who can make you laugh without even trying.

Ideal Home

  • A securely fenced yard is required.
  • No young children.
  • Playful dog siblings are required because other dogs are her comfort zone and favorite thing in the world.
  • A family that understands she may still need patience with brand new experiences and situations.

Ongoing Health

Frostine arrived underweight and with signs of neglect. She has been receiving care and is steadily improving.

Training & Support

Frostine is learning to trust and gain confidence. Continued patience, consistency, structure, and compassion will be key to her continued development. She is still learning about the world and may be spooked by new experiences, but she recovers quickly and remains brave.

Application Details:

  • Applications start by contacting us through Wags.

Transporation

Frostine is located at Effingham County Humane Society. Transport may be available.

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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

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