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German Shepherd Dog

Maple

Senior·Female·Large

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About Maple

Maple is an 8.5-year-old Shepherd/Lab mix who weighs about 50 pounds. She's spayed, heartworm negative, house trained, crate trained, and knows her basic commands. Maple is a mature, well-established dog looking for the right next chapter. She is being rehomed due to challenges adjusting to life with a newborn in the home. She became overly protective of the baby and corrected another household dog who approached too closely. The other dog was not injured and did not require veterinary care, but her family recognizes that Maple would be happiest in a calmer environment better suited to her comfort level. In most situations, Maple is a friendly, loyal companion who does well with people and other dogs. She is protective of her home and family, true to her Shepherd side, and appreciates structure and clear boundaries. She is not a fit for homes with cats. If you're looking for a smart, devoted dog with years of love left to give, Maple may be the perfect addition to your home.

Ideal Home

Maple would thrive in an adult home or one with older children where she can relax and enjoy a predictable routine. She is not a fit for homes with cats.

Ongoing Health

Maple is spayed, heartworm negative, and up-to-date on flea and heartworm prevention.

Training & Support

Maple is house trained, crate trained, and knows her basic commands. She is protective of her home and family and appreciates structure and clear boundaries.

Application Details:

  • Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
  • All known details about our animals are posted on their profile and updated daily.
  • Other information will be discussed in detail with the foster during the application review process.
  • Due to the high volume of introductions/questions received, we ask you to submit an application. This application can be used for any dog with Take Paws Rescue.
  • The adoption fee for adult dogs covers age-appropriate vaccinations, microchip, spay/neuter if not yet performed, heartworm test & appropriate heartworm treatment by the rescue's vet.

Transporation

Take Paws Rescue is based in New Orleans and saves dogs from high-kill shelters across the South, owner surrenders, and discarded dogs with uncertain futures. All of our animals live in foster homes where they are socialized and well cared for.

Gets along with

Kids, Dogs

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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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Meet Take Paws Rescue.

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Location & pick up

Map showing location in New Orleans, LA

Meet in New Orleans, LA

Frequently asked questions

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$300