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German Shepherd Dog

Axel

Young·Male·Large

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About Axel

Available From Texas

Axel 2 years old 60 lbs

No one knows how Axel ended up at a gas station.

Maybe he got lost. Maybe he was abandoned. What we do know is that he spent his days running from car to car, peeking through windows and open doors, hoping each one belonged to the family he was waiting for. He watched people come and go. Cars pulled away. Doors closed. But Axel stayed, still hoping someone would come back for him.

Thankfully, Axel was given a second chance.

A chance to feel safe. A chance to have a full belly. A chance to learn that not all humans leave.

Today, Axel is ready to find the family he's always deserved.

He is a wonderful dog with a loving heart and a loyal spirit. Axel adores people, does well with children, and forms deep bonds with those he loves. He is the kind of dog who just wants to be near his family, sharing life's simple moments together.

Axel would also enjoy having a friendly female dog companion, but what matters most to him is having people to love and a place to call home.

He doesn't ask for mucha soft bed, a full food bowl, a kind word, and a family that won't give up on him. In return, Axel will give you everything he has: his trust, his devotion, and a lifetime of unconditional love.

After all he's been through, Axel is ready for his happy ending. Could that be with you? Adoption Fee $400

If interested in this dog, please fill out the application https://mikeschanceanimalrescue.com/dogs-application.htm *NOTE: Transportation is included in the adoption fee.

Gets along with

Kids, Dogs

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

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Location & pick up

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$400