Meet two year old Colby…

Colby came from a farm with 6 other dogs and a lot of horses and was originally acquired for the purpose of training him to be a potential service dog.  He’s almost 2 years old and is living in a temporary home with a master dog trainer who is working on his socialization, environmental exposure and the basics of obedience. Sadly, when it came time to transition Colby to the potential new owner, it was found out that she was allergic to his coat.

Colby is an amazing boy, and his foster Mom would love to keep him, but that would bring her pack count to four large dogs.

She describes him as a love, and a great dog. He is super off leash in a quiet area, has excellent recall and is great with people. Colby likes other dogs and is good with them when properly introduced. He has had no exposure to cats or with smaller children in his close proximity.  He is a big boy, over 140 pounds, and could knock them over; but we think, as with anything, with Colby proper exposure and training is key.

Colby will need an adopter that is hands on and understands the working line German Shepherd breed. He is well trained but could use a lot more ongoing training with his new family. He’s super active and loves his ball and to play the retrieve game. Colby is still young, and as with any GSD, will require consistency and proper care and training. His foster Mom /trainer will be willing to aid in the training and transition to his new home life.