Adopting!

ShepherdMommy11 · 12-28-2011, 07:43 PM

I am 12 hours away from adopting the most precious 5 month old dutch/german shepherd mix ever known to mankind. With that said, i want to make sure i am able to maintain his pure awesomeness and not allow him to be lost in the crazy shepherd haze.

I am absolutely obsessed and in love with my pets [though i am only left with one cat right now], i live a very active lifestyle and believe i am prepared for this process. I will be spending much time exercising him and nurturing his shepherd roots to make sure he doesn't annihilate my household; and to make him a well trained pup.

I've been spending a lot of time researching the breed and planning accordingly. Is there any other advice to be given? I want this to be a well disciplined dog, who knows I'm the boss. I feel very prepared; which is probably not good! Is there anything else i need to know and be prepared for, with this specific breed??

Thanks in advance!!!!!

horsegirl · 12-28-2011, 07:49 PM

congrats -- pictures are a must as soon as you get that pup home

my advise , socialize , socialize , socialize!
how exciting for you !

fuzzybunny · 12-28-2011, 08:21 PM

Sounds like you've done your homework so congrats! It's very exciting and be sure to post pics once you get him

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12-28-2011, 07:43 PM	#1 (permalink)
ShepherdMommy11 New Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Posts: 3	Adopting! I am 12 hours away from adopting the most precious 5 month old dutch/german shepherd mix ever known to mankind. With that said, i want to make sure i am able to maintain his pure awesomeness and not allow him to be lost in the crazy shepherd haze. I am absolutely obsessed and in love with my pets [though i am only left with one cat right now], i live a very active lifestyle and believe i am prepared for this process. I will be spending much time exercising him and nurturing his shepherd roots to make sure he doesn't annihilate my household; and to make him a well trained pup. I've been spending a lot of time researching the breed and planning accordingly. Is there any other advice to be given? I want this to be a well disciplined dog, who knows I'm the boss. I feel very prepared; which is probably not good! Is there anything else i need to know and be prepared for, with this specific breed?? Thanks in advance!!!!!

12-28-2011, 08:21 PM	#3 (permalink)
fuzzybunny Elite Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Ottawa Posts: 1,821	Sounds like you've done your homework so congrats! It's very exciting and be sure to post pics once you get him . __________________ Carolyn Jazz, Shiloh Shepherd, 2.5 years old, CGC HIC Bunny, GSD X, 5.5 years old

12-28-2011, 07:49 PM	#2 (permalink)
horsegirl Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Posts: 306	congrats -- pictures are a must as soon as you get that pup home my advise , socialize , socialize , socialize! how exciting for you !

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