ACE

German Shepherd Dog | Moodus, CT

Age : 4 Years 6 MonthsAdultMaleBlack

About

Meet ACE

Ace is an outgoing dog who enjoys pats, play, fetch, and food. He is excited to spend time outside, is still working on his leash walking, and can't wait to find his new bestie to share life with.OTHER PETS: Ace is excited to meet other dogs and pulls toward them, inviting them to play. Unfortunately, Ace doesn't listen to feedback from other dogs which can create conflicts with dogs who are not interested in his style of play - which is rough & rowdy! Ace would do well with a dog that enjoys similar rough play, but would also do well as the sole object of human affection in the house. [Case-By-Case / Only Pet (Must Meet First)] NO CATS OWNER EXPERIENCE: Someone experienced with GSDs who utilize medical wearables would be Ace's perfect fit; a good fit would be someone who had GSD experience as Ace's activity level, curiosity & tendency to find trouble (GSD characteristics) are more challenging than learning to use and maintain his medical equipment. [Very Experienced] KIDS: Ace is playful and friendly, but is uncomfortable with a lot of handling, grabs for toys with his mouth, and is still working on leash walking without pulling. He will play fetch and place toys into people's hands but may accidently grab someone's hand while trying to grab a toy. Ace's best fit would be with older teens and adults, and minor humans should meet Ace before adoption. [15+ (Must Meet First)]ACTIVITY LEVEL: Ace is out of his puppy stage but still has a good amount of energy - he is always excited and pulling to go out, and relaxes after getting some exercise. Multiple daily walks, play sessions, (supervised if outside) and lots of mental enrichment would be a good fit for Ace. He enjoys fetch and would love to have a fenced yard to romp around in. [Good Walking Buddy / Olympic Athlete]VETERINARY CARE: Ace has had a long road to recovery since spraining his foot; multiple surgeries and the crate rest that comes with them is not fun, but he is now ready to move forward and will need a good relationship with a vet to ensure that he stays in prime condition to play for as long as possible. Ace has been fitted for a custom orthopetic brace that he will need to wear the vast majority of the time for the remainder of his life. The brace will not interfere with his level of activity; it will stabilize his joint and ensure he will be able to play, run, and go on long walks for as long as he desires to. [Above Average]GROOMING: Regular brushing will keep Ace's coat shiny & clean. [Routine Brushing] LEVEL OF TRAINING NEEDED: Positive reinforcement training will help Ace bond with his new owner as well as ensuring he learns cues and skills. Ace is a smart boy who has already had some unwanted behaviors reinforced and will need support from his owner as he learns appropriate ways of channeling his excitement. [Moderate / Intense]

Adoption Process
The first step is to fill out an adoption application, answering some basic questions about yourself and your household. This will help the adoption counselors facilitate the matchmaking process. Most adoptions take at least 45 minutes to one hour to complete. The Adoption Center is a busy place, so please be patient and allow yourself enough time for our process. THANK YOU! What we will need to know when you adopt a new companion: If you own your home, please bring some item of verification (tax bill, water bill, or mortgage statement.) Please also be sure to check your homeowner’s insurance policy. Some policies restrict coverage for certain dog breeds. If you DO NOT own your place of residence, please be sure the property owner will consent to have a pet on his/her property. We will verify with landlords over the phone before sending a new companion home, so please have the appropriate name and phone number available. Other pets already living with you will need to be up-to-date on vaccination. This is to decrease the risk of spreading infectious disease from one animal to another. It is important to understand that your new companion will be a member of your family. This can mean a 10-15 year commitment from you! Please bring along family members so we can make sure it will be a good match before you make a commitment. Also, if adopting a second dog, please bring your current dog with you---we can let them spend some time together and give you some suggestions on surviving the adjustment period. Please be sure you have considered the financial obligation involved in caring for a companion animal. This includes routine veterinary and emergency care, in addition to food, supplies and training. The adoption counselors can give you an idea of basic costs involved for each type of animal. Many animals adopted from shelters can require an immediate visit to the veterinarian. Because of the volume of un-vaccinated animals entering a shelter’s care, the risk of transmissible contagious diseases can be quite high. Kennel cough in dogs, and upper respiratory infections in cats are the two most common diseases that your newly adopted companion may experience. You must ask yourself if you have the financial means to care for your new friend, beyond the initial adoption costs. BEFORE YOU COMMIT!!!!! Please be honest with yourself about the actual time you have to train, groom, and exercise the companion animal you have chosen. Some things to consider: Do you work long or erratic hours? Do you like outdoor activity? Who will care for your pet while you travel? Will your pet be the appropriate size when he or she is full grown? When adopting into a home with children: Are you adopting to teach your child responsibility, or are your adopting because you have a responsible child? Are your children comfortable around the animal you’ve chosen? Will YOU still remain committed to this animal when the children lose interest? Take the time now to consider these things and find the best match for your lifestyle! We thank your for offering your home to a “pre-loved” companion. We hope he or she will be a wonderful addition to your family and your home!

Contact
Thomas J. O'Connor Animal Control and Adoption Center
(413) 781-1484
[email protected]
http://www.tjoconnoradoptioncenter.com