German Shepherd Dog

Ernie

Adult·Male·Large

Community & partner vetted

So you can sleep tight

About Ernie

Meet Ernie!

Ernie is a handsome 2-year-old, 50lb shepherd mix with a striking russet-red and black coat, expressive ears, and a face full of personality. He's an athletic adventure buddy and an affectionate shadow, always eager to be involved in your activities. Friendly, curious, playful, and wonderfully smart, Ernie gets along well with dogs of all sizes and brings a fun, gentle energy to every situation. He can give you a mischievous look one moment and melt into you for affection the next, making him an impossible not to love companion.

Ideal Home

Ernie would thrive with a family looking for a loyal sidekick with brains, beauty, and a touch of comedic timing.

Ongoing Health

Ernie is medium-sized, neutered, and up to date on vaccinations and preventatives.

Training & Support

Ernie's joyful, goofy spark is impossible not to love, and he's already polished where it counts.

Application Details:

Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
Applications are processed in the order they are received.
As S.T.A.R. Group is made up of volunteers, please allow a couple of days for us to begin processing your application.

Transportation

Ernie is located in Corpus Christi, TX. Transport is available once adopted.

Meet Ernie!

Ernie is a handsome 2-year-old, 50lb shepherd mix with a striking russet-red and black coat, expressive ears, and a face full of personality. He's an athletic adventure buddy and an affectionate shadow, always eager to be involved in your activities. Friendly, curious, playful, and wonderfully smart, Ernie gets along well with dogs of all sizes and brings a fun, gentle energy to every situation. He can give you a mischievous look one moment and melt into you for affection the next, making him an impossible not to love companion.

Ideal Home

Ernie would thrive with a family looking for a loyal sidekick with brains, beauty, and a touch of comedic timing.

Ongoing Health

Ernie is medium-sized, neutered, and up to date on vaccinations and preventatives.

Training & Support

Ernie's joyful, goofy spark is impossible not to love, and he's already polished where it counts.

Application Details:

Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
Applications are processed in the order they are received.
As S.T.A.R. Group is made up of volunteers, please allow a couple of days for us to begin processing your application.

Transportation

Ernie is located in Corpus Christi, TX. Transport is available once adopted.

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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 South Texas Animal Rescue Group AKA S.T.A.R. Group Rescue.

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Frequently asked questions

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

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$625

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MismatchGreat fit

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Community & partner vetted

So you can sleep tight