URGENT - Kansas City, MO, "Bella" spayed/f 2 y/o

[Emoore]

Originally Posted By: BlatallicI think Emoore has arranged a home visit to verify that I have a fenced yard LOL.....

And you're not a dog fighter, animal collector, or serial killer.

[brt]

Originally Posted By: Emoore

And you're not a dog fighter, animal collector, or serial killer.

And I'm sure the list is actually longer.

[Daisy1986]

Thanks for the updates.

Keeping fingers crossed.

In the mean time, are you reading up on working line doggies??

[blatallic]

Yes I've been reading a whole lot about working lines...

They feel that this being my first pure bred GSD, that bella might be a lot to take due to her instability in regards to her dog aggression and such...So we are still taking about Bella and the option of another GSD that might need resuce came up, and they cant take him due to having to many dogs at the shelter...I'm willing to help save which ever one they think will fit me best. I trust you guys and I just want to give a good life to one of these GSD's....I know they'll be a great companion...

I've worked with pitbulls before and I kept one for a friend of mine for about 7 months. Lets just say she was a very well mannered girl..When I was a child, my brother had a GSD/chow mix and he was very intelligent....Huge prey drive....

So I'll keep you guys in the loop on what happens....Thanks for checking up on the situation....

[Daisy1986]

I am SO sorry. I know the rescue is only thinking of you and Bella. Wanting her to have a forever home and a right fit.

This is my concern for this girl, her drive, plus aggression, does not make her just any GSD. I know there is someone out there with experience with these types of GSD's that will step and help her, IF not Just training her, redirecting her energy so she can go to another home.

Did her thyroid and health check out?

You have a just the best heart for hanging in there for another one. I hope you have one soon.

[blatallic]

Just got word from michelle and well looks like we are still looking for a person to adopt Bella, I wont be that lucky guy lol...I'll keep searching, its just wierd, something caught my eye about her....

Michelle didnt say anything about her thyroid but I'll ask her as I have not yet responded to her last email yet....As for cane, he was quickly adopted....Im happy for that....

I do want to stay informed on what happens to bella....Im sure someone well give her a great home....

[Daisy1986]

Ahh that's to bad.

The search is still on for Bella!

Blatallic there is a GSD rescue Austin to Houston,

http://www.petfinder.com/shelters/TX284.html

Maybe they have a GSD you will like, Do not know who Cane is.

[brt]

Originally Posted By: BlatallicJust got word from michelle and well looks like we are still looking for a person to adopt Bella, I wont be that lucky guy lol...I'll keep searching, its just wierd, something caught my eye about her....

Michelle didnt say anything about her thyroid but I'll ask her as I have not yet responded to her last email yet....As for cane, he was quickly adopted....Im happy for that....

I do want to stay informed on what happens to bella....Im sure someone well give her a great home....

I'm so sorry it didn't work out for you with Bella. I really hoped you two were a match but you obviously understand why they're being so careful about her placement. She needs an experienced permanent home to avoid being bounced around again in the future. Some years back (not important how many) I worked at a large GSD facility that included training/importing/breeding etc. I lived on site and had access to an agility field (for Police dogs) as well as a huge indoor training hall. I worked with many dogs daily for 2 yrs. before I got my first of my very own. She was a little working line energizer bunny. She was a challenge to train, mainly because these dogs can be so intelligent it's hard to out think them at times. Fortunately I had the many years experience of several trainers to draw on if I ever had a problem. My girl turned out to be a great dog who actually was a natural at therapy work. I know I learned more from her than she ever did from me. She's the reason I have an unending love for these type of dogs today but as a rule they're not suitable for a first time owner, unless it's and older dog who actually had an owner that cared and took time to do proper socialization, training, etc. I do hope you keep up your search for a GSD because there are so many in need and you sound like you'd be a great home for one of them. Another one will catch your eye, and then your heart and you'll be hooked too. Beautiful Miss Bella's forever home is out there somewhere too, hopefully right around the corner.

[kelso]

Hey guys: UPDATE!!!!

Just wanted to let anyone know that is following this that their is some potential great news.

Bella had her vet visit and her free T4 came back LOW Her CBC and chemistries were normal.

I know this would seem not good, but thyroid probelms are know to cause different behaviors in dogs. And with Bella's apparent somewhat sudden onset of dog aggression and sometimes frantic behviors, this COULD BE THE CASE!!! Here is a link on thyroid issues if anyone is interested. http://doglinks.co.nz/health/aggr_theroid.htm
There is alot more info out there as well.

So keep your fingers crossed! She is a sweet girl. Michelle is picking up her thyroid meds tomorrow!! I think this is an excellent example of how thinking of things one might not think of when it comes to a dog behavior (medical causes) can benefit them so greatly. Lets hope this is the case with Ms. Bella!

[kelso]

Blatallic,

Just wanted to mention that I have worked with the Austin German Shepherd Rescue before (our dog Allie is from there) and they are great people. Emoore, who was helping you out above, is involved with them as well

Check their website...they have beautiful dogs and it is closer for you too!
http://www.austingermanshepherdrescue.org/

Don't give up on GSD's! I am sure you will find the right one out there.