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German Shepherd Dog

Shaggy

Adult·Male·Large

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About Shaggy

Shaggy is a 4-year-old German Shepherd with a heart as big as his beautiful, soulful eyes. This classic shepherd boy may take a little time to trust, but once you're in his circle, you're really in – and it’s worth every moment of patience. When Shaggy decides you’re his person, get ready for full-on lovebug mode: leaning his entire body against you for affection, and his signature move – gently sticking his head between your legs to ask for love. One of Shaggy’s greatest joys? Water! Whether he's sprinting around the yard or splashing in his pool, Shaggy lives for playtime in the water. After his pool adventures, he’s all about lounging and relaxing – a perfect mix of active and chill. He’s fabulous on a leash and enjoys walks with his trusted humans. Like many dogs with a tough past, Shaggy appreciates his space and will growl if he feels uncomfortable – a totally normal way for dogs to communicate. He just asks for respect and understanding. Shaggy didn’t have a good life before he came into rescue, and he’s been waiting over 300 days to find his person. He’s ready for a second chance.

Ideal Home

Shaggy would do best in a calm, adult-only home with no cats or other dogs. His ideal match is a confident, patient, and dog-savvy person who will give him the time he needs to feel safe, and the love he’s been waiting almost a year for.

Ongoing Health

No specific health conditions or procedures are mentioned in the description.

Training & Support

Shaggy will growl if he feels uncomfortable, which is his way of communicating that he needs his space and asks for respect and understanding.

Application Details:

  • Applications start by contacting us through Wags.

Transporation

Shaggy is located at our rescue. Please contact us for transportation options.

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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 Nakoma Rescue.

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Location & pick up

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Frequently asked questions

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