Skip to content

German Shepherd Dog

Sweet Potato the Melo Family Dog

Adult·Female·Large

Media 1 of 5
Wags trust badge

Community & partner vetted

So you can sleep tight

About Sweet Potato the Melo Family Dog

Sweet Potato is the epitome of a cuddle bug, a fluffy teddy bear who believes personal space is optional. She's incredibly affectionate, easygoing, and offers a comforting presence that feels like a deep exhale after a long day. Sweet Potato isn't about chaos; she's about closeness and soaking up love. She's a perfectly balanced, low-energy lady who knows when it's time for a stroll, sunbathing, or curling up with you. She has wonderful house manners, walks well on a leash, and carries herself with polite lady-like grace.

Ideal Home

Sweet Potato would thrive in a home that appreciates slow mornings, peaceful evenings, and plenty of couch cuddles. She is described as being gentle and sweet with children of all ages she has met. She is also very dog-friendly and enjoys the company of other calm, easygoing dogs. She has also shown to be respectful of cats.

Ongoing Health

Sweet Potato is believed to be a GSD/Anatolian Shepherd mix, approximately 6 years old and weighing 57 lbs. As with any rescue, breed and age cannot be guaranteed.

Training & Support

Sweet Potato has wonderful house manners, walks easily on a leash, and is described as being polite and no-nonsense.

Application Details:

  • Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
  • We are willing to test Sweet Potato with anything you need to ensure it's a perfect match.
  • Before adoption finalization, you will meet your pet through a video call.

Transportation

We facilitate adoptions nationwide using our rescue-run USDA-certified transport system, ensuring every pet travels safely and comfortably. Drop-off locations include WA, UT, OR, ID, VA, PA, OH, NY, CT, VT, TN, KY, WI, MN, IL, WI, and Canada. Canadian adopters can pick up in Bellingham, WA, Buffalo, NY, or Brattleboro, VT. Please note, a $87 surcharge applies due to rising transportation costs. Texas adopters must pick up from the Houston area.

Gets along with

Kids, Dogs, Cats

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

Sweet Potato the Melo Family Dog breeder image 1
Sweet Potato the Melo Family Dog breeder image 2
Sweet Potato the Melo Family Dog breeder image 3
Sweet Potato the Melo Family Dog breeder image 4
Sweet Potato the Melo Family Dog breeder image 5
Sweet Potato the Melo Family Dog breeder image 6
1/6

Meet Three Little Pitties Rescue.

View Three Little Pitties Rescue's full profile

Frequently asked questions

Contact the breeder for current pricing details and payment plans.

See the 'What's included' section for details on what comes with your puppy.

All our breeders are community and partner vetted for your peace of mind.

Check the availability date shown on the listing for the latest information.

$1,200