Help us find a GSD!

Avonlea · 10-15-2010, 12:18 PM

We are getting ready to add a GSD to our family.

We have a 4 year old rescue dog (Lab/Hound) who very playful with other dogs but sort of a couch potato. We also have 2 cats. No children. Here in New England we have found the rescue requirements for working breeds quite strict. The issue is that our property is fenced with Invisible Fencing and rescue groups will not adopt to us due to lack of a physical fence. They won't even come out and do a home check or even TALK to us!

So, I am hoping that a breeder (maybe with a retiree or older puppy to place?) or rescue group in another area of the country will be willing to work with us. We would like a female, under 4 yo, from working lines. Looking for that classic GSD personality, well-socialized, bold but not over the top, adaptable, low to medium drive, velcro-dog, wants to please, etc. I know it's a tall order to fill, but maybe you all can help.

GSD Fan · 10-15-2010, 01:02 PM

Instead of a rescue group, have you checked out a local shelter? The possibility of getting a full blooded GSD puppy goes down because they get adopted so quick, but you can still find a GSD mixed puppy.

I'll see if I can find you a breeder. You also might want to check out this site, www.gsdca.org, breeder referral.

Deuce · 10-15-2010, 01:44 PM

The thing about invisible fencing is that it does keep your dog in, however it doesn't keep other dogs out. Invisible fence was never developed to be used the way it is today...it's original purpose was to go around areas like flower gardens to keep dogs out....that's why rescue's won't consider adopting out to homes that are not "fenced".

That being said, i'd suggest checking into the local shelters but the chance of finding a full GSD are very slim.

LaRen616 · 10-15-2010, 02:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Deuce

The thing about invisible fencing is that it does keep your dog in, however it doesn't keep other dogs out. Invisible fence was never developed to be used the way it is today...it's original purpose was to go around areas like flower gardens to keep dogs out....that's why rescue's won't consider adopting out to homes that are not "fenced".

That being said, i'd suggest checking into the local shelters but the chance of finding a full GSD are very slim.

There are lots of GSD's in rescues, alot of them are posted on this forum but not all of them, there was a GSD at my local shelter last week but she has already been picked up. Shelters have PB GSD puppies and adults, Craigslist also has GSD's.

Stevenzachsmom · 10-15-2010, 02:42 PM

There are tons of PB GSDs in shelters. That is where I got mine. Have had her for over 10 years. She is wonderful. Check out the list of urgent shelter dogs listed here in the rescue section.

Emoore · 10-15-2010, 03:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Avonlea

We would like a female, under 4 yo, from working lines. Looking for that classic GSD personality, well-socialized, bold but not over the top, adaptable, low to medium drive, velcro-dog, wants to please, etc. I know it's a tall order to fill, but maybe you all can help.

Don't suppose you'd be willing to travel to Texas:
http://www.germanshepherds.com/forum...line-girl.html

RunShepherdRun · 10-15-2010, 03:37 PM

You might have trouble finding home owners insurance with a pb GSD and without a physical fence around your yard. The fence doesn't have to be elaborate but it has to keep people and other animals out for liability reasons.

Young, purebred, healthy GSDs that are good with both dogs and cats get adopted quickly from shelters and rescues in New England. As others suggested, you might want to consider a GSD mix, many of whom have GSD minds, or adopt long distance, or check out the 'urgent' and also non-urgent purebred dogs on this forum and take a trip South, or take a middle aged dog. It'll take some looking and some logistics, but so does a breeder search.

GSD mixes are among the dogs with the highest euthanasia rate, especially if they have working dog minds, you'd get a good dog as well and you'd save another life.

Good luck, hope you'll find your new family member soon!

Wolfiesmom · 10-15-2010, 04:23 PM

The breeder where I got Wolfie has an older female pup for sale. I believe she is 11 months old. She's a classic looking workingline GSD and has been to obedience school. She is in Salisbury, Mass
Older pups for sale - Ryanhaus Kennel

Avonlea · 10-15-2010, 04:48 PM

Wolfiesmom - thank you! I did contact RyanHaus through e-mail today, we are very interested in Iris. I hope she's a match!

Wolfiesmom · 10-15-2010, 04:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Avonlea

Wolfiesmom - thank you! I did contact RyanHaus through e-mail today, we are very interested in Iris. I hope she's a match!

I actually met Iris because she's a little older than Wolfie. She was there when we went to get Wolfie. She's a good pup, very smart. I hope that she finds her home with you.

10-15-2010, 12:18 PM	#1 (permalink)
Avonlea New Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Posts: 3	Help us find a GSD! We are getting ready to add a GSD to our family. We have a 4 year old rescue dog (Lab/Hound) who very playful with other dogs but sort of a couch potato. We also have 2 cats. No children. Here in New England we have found the rescue requirements for working breeds quite strict. The issue is that our property is fenced with Invisible Fencing and rescue groups will not adopt to us due to lack of a physical fence. They won't even come out and do a home check or even TALK to us! So, I am hoping that a breeder (maybe with a retiree or older puppy to place?) or rescue group in another area of the country will be willing to work with us. We would like a female, under 4 yo, from working lines. Looking for that classic GSD personality, well-socialized, bold but not over the top, adaptable, low to medium drive, velcro-dog, wants to please, etc. I know it's a tall order to fill, but maybe you all can help.

10-15-2010, 03:37 PM	#7 (permalink)
RunShepherdRun Master Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: MA Posts: 613	You might have trouble finding home owners insurance with a pb GSD and without a physical fence around your yard. The fence doesn't have to be elaborate but it has to keep people and other animals out for liability reasons. Young, purebred, healthy GSDs that are good with both dogs and cats get adopted quickly from shelters and rescues in New England. As others suggested, you might want to consider a GSD mix, many of whom have GSD minds, or adopt long distance, or check out the 'urgent' and also non-urgent purebred dogs on this forum and take a trip South, or take a middle aged dog. It'll take some looking and some logistics, but so does a breeder search. GSD mixes are among the dogs with the highest euthanasia rate, especially if they have working dog minds, you'd get a good dog as well and you'd save another life. Good luck, hope you'll find your new family member soon! __________________ FKA RunSarahRun Chip v. Dog Pound (border terrier x) & kitties, foster GSD Elly RIP: Feli von der Kette (GSD), Tanja v. Herrenlos, Robin v. Tierheim, Bubi v. d. Strasse, Iris v. Michelstaedter Rathaus (GSD), Dago v. d. Gamseiche (GSD), & kitties Last edited by RunShepherdRun; 10-15-2010 at 03:40 PM.

10-15-2010, 04:23 PM	#8 (permalink)
Wolfiesmom Crowned Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Posts: 3,809	The breeder where I got Wolfie has an older female pup for sale. I believe she is 11 months old. She's a classic looking workingline GSD and has been to obedience school. She is in Salisbury, Mass Older pups for sale - Ryanhaus Kennel __________________ Mom to Chases Wolfgang Heinrich Von Ryan aka Wolfie born 12/20/09 Waiting for us at the bridge is Chases Chieftain aka Chiefy Left this earth and left a hole in our hearts July 2000

10-15-2010, 01:02 PM	#2 (permalink)
GSD Fan Elite Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: MS Posts: 1,128	Instead of a rescue group, have you checked out a local shelter? The possibility of getting a full blooded GSD puppy goes down because they get adopted so quick, but you can still find a GSD mixed puppy. I'll see if I can find you a breeder. You also might want to check out this site, www.gsdca.org, breeder referral.

10-15-2010, 01:44 PM	#3 (permalink)
Deuce Elite Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Posts: 1,833	The thing about invisible fencing is that it does keep your dog in, however it doesn't keep other dogs out. Invisible fence was never developed to be used the way it is today...it's original purpose was to go around areas like flower gardens to keep dogs out....that's why rescue's won't consider adopting out to homes that are not "fenced". That being said, i'd suggest checking into the local shelters but the chance of finding a full GSD are very slim.

10-15-2010, 02:42 PM	#5 (permalink)
Stevenzachsmom Knighted Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Maryland Posts: 2,494	There are tons of PB GSDs in shelters. That is where I got mine. Have had her for over 10 years. She is wonderful. Check out the list of urgent shelter dogs listed here in the rescue section.

10-15-2010, 04:48 PM	#9 (permalink)
Avonlea New Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Posts: 3	Wolfiesmom - thank you! I did contact RyanHaus through e-mail today, we are very interested in Iris. I hope she's a match!

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