German Shepherd Dog

MARCELA

Adult·Female·Large

Community & partner vetted

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About MARCELA

Marcela is a beautiful 1-year-old, 50-pound German Shepherd mix with a spirit that is nothing short of amazing. Her story is one of heartbreak and resilience; she was left behind after her owner passed away and found herself alone, hungry, and confused before being rescued from animal control and narrowly avoiding euthanasia. Despite her difficult past, Marcela remains sweet, gentle, and incredibly loving, with the classic intelligence and attentiveness of a shepherd. She is loyal, eager to learn, and deeply desires to bond with her forever family. Marcela is ready for stability, warmth, and a home where she will be cherished and never left behind again.

Ideal Home

Marcela would thrive in a home that can offer structure and consistency, understands the loyalty and intelligence of shepherd mixes, and is ready for a devoted best friend. She needs to be included as a part of the family.

Ongoing Health

No ongoing health concerns were mentioned in the provided listing.

Training & Support

Marcela is described as attentive and eager to learn, indicating a strong potential for training. She is ready for a family who will provide her with the guidance and love she deserves.

Application Details:

Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
You can also apply at www.houstonk911rescue.org.

Transporation

Marcela is located in Houston, TX. Information regarding transportation availability is not explicitly stated in the provided listing.

Marcela is a beautiful 1-year-old, 50-pound German Shepherd mix with a spirit that is nothing short of amazing. Her story is one of heartbreak and resilience; she was left behind after her owner passed away and found herself alone, hungry, and confused before being rescued from animal control and narrowly avoiding euthanasia. Despite her difficult past, Marcela remains sweet, gentle, and incredibly loving, with the classic intelligence and attentiveness of a shepherd. She is loyal, eager to learn, and deeply desires to bond with her forever family. Marcela is ready for stability, warmth, and a home where she will be cherished and never left behind again.

Ideal Home

Marcela would thrive in a home that can offer structure and consistency, understands the loyalty and intelligence of shepherd mixes, and is ready for a devoted best friend. She needs to be included as a part of the family.

Ongoing Health

No ongoing health concerns were mentioned in the provided listing.

Training & Support

Marcela is described as attentive and eager to learn, indicating a strong potential for training. She is ready for a family who will provide her with the guidance and love she deserves.

Application Details:

Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
You can also apply at www.houstonk911rescue.org.

Transporation

Marcela is located in Houston, TX. Information regarding transportation availability is not explicitly stated in the provided listing.

Gets along with

Kids, Dogs, Cats

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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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Location & pick up

Meet in Houston, TX

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$550

Ready

MismatchGreat fit

Located in Houston, TX

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