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German Shepherd Dog

MARCELA

Adult·Female·Large

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About MARCELA

Marcela is a 1-year-old, 50 lb German Shepherd mix with a spirit that is nothing short of amazing. Her story is one that truly breaks your heart and then puts it back together again. She was left behind after her owner passed away and found herself abandoned, alone, hungry, and confused. Picked up by animal control, she spent a month in an overwhelming shelter and was even placed on the euthanasia list. Thankfully, we saw her potential and couldn't let her story end there. Today, Marcela is safe and is a sweet, resilient, and incredibly loving companion. Despite all she has been through, Marcela's spirit remains gentle and kind. She is affectionate, loyal, and eager to bond deeply with her person. Marcela possesses the classic shepherd intelligence; she is attentive, eager to learn, and very in tune with her humans. She doesn't carry bitterness, only hope, and truly deserves stability, warmth, and a family who will cherish her forever.

Ideal Home

Marcela would thrive in a home that can offer structure and consistency, will include her as part of the family, understands the loyalty and intelligence of shepherd mixes, and is ready for a devoted best friend. She has already lost everything once, so let's make sure she never has to feel that way again.

Ongoing Health

Marcela has no known health conditions.

Training & Support

Marcela is eager to learn and will benefit from continued positive reinforcement training and a consistent routine.

Application Details:

  • Applications to adopt Marcela start by contacting us through Wags.

Transportation

Marcela is currently located in Houston, TX. Transport can be arranged to approved adopters.

Gets along with

Kids, Dogs, Cats

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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 Houston K-911 Rescue.

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Frequently asked questions

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$550