Bear

Adoption Application: https://www.cognitoforms.com/New2URescues/AdoptionApplication. <br/><br/>Dogs will be spayed/neutered through us prior to finalizing any adoption. <br/><br/>********If dog/pup is showing as available it is available. Please do not email asking if it is. Submit application to meet dog if interested - yes an application is required********<br/><br/>Meet Bear!<br/><br/>This handsome German Shepherd pup was born in May 2025 and weighs 50 pounds. Still a young guy, Bear is part of a smart, task‑oriented working breed that thrives with structure, discipline, and continued training. While his prior owners were told he was a purebred GSD, we think there’s a little something extra in his mix—whatever it is, it only adds to his charm.<br/><br/>Bear was surrendered to our rescue due to his energy (which is typical with this breed and his young age). The other reason is that he really does not appear to care for cats.<br/><br/>About Bear<br/>- Loyal & Sweet – affectionate with his people, with a touch of territorial instinct true to his breed.<br/>- Crate Trained – sleeps comfortably in his crate.<br/>- Potty Trained – reliable both on leash and off.<br/>- Playful Energy – loves space to run and explore.<br/><br/> Bear’s Ideal Home<br/>- A large fenced yard where he can stretch his legs and play.<br/>- A dog sibling to help him grow in confidence and learn good habits.<br/>- An experienced family who understands the unique needs of German Shepherds.<br/><br/> Important Notes<br/>Bear is in the sharp “shark teeth” puppy stage, so we recommend a home without small children. He is strong, eager, and still learning boundaries—patience and guidance will help him blossom into the incredible companion he’s meant to be.<br/> Why Adopt Bear?<br/>German Shepherds are incredibly special dogs—intelligent, loyal, and deeply bonded to their families. Bear is ready to give his heart to the right home that can provide love, consistency, and plenty of playtime.<br/>-Do you have room in your home and heart for Bear?<br/>-Apply today and give this sweet boy the forever family he deserves<br/><br/>If you would like to meet this adorable dog an application must be filled out:<br/>https://www.cognitoforms.com/New2URescues/AdoptionApplication<br/><br/>We are in Rochester, NY, we adopt to people who live in the Rochester area. We do not ship our dogs and require home visits. Must live in area to adopt, will not respond to out of area/country requests. Additionally we require physically fenced yard for dog/pup to play in safely. Exceptions are sometimes made to this requirement but is up to the foster and more often done for the small breed dogs.<br/><br/>All our dogs have been treated with de-wormer; heartworm tested (if age appropriate -7 months or older); treated for fleas/ticks; microchipped; and examined by veterinarian plus given age appropriate vaccinations. We take every effort to ensure the health of the animal and you will receive a copy of all vet work performed at time of adoption. Dogs will be spayed/neutered thru us prior to finalizing any adoption. <br/><br/>We provide information on dogs age and breed based on what we are told by person surrendering dog or vet's best guess. While we try our best we cannot guarantee that this information is 100% accurate and can often be best guess in case of our lovable mutts. <br/><br/>You can learn more about our rescue and process at www.new2urescue.org or find us on Facebook. You must be 25 yrs of age or older to adopt through us. We are in the Rochester NY area and adopt dogs out to area residents.<br/><br/>We are registered in NY State with the Dept of Agriculture RR #033 and a registered 501c3 Non-Profit

Adoption Application: https://www.cognitoforms.com/New2URescues/AdoptionApplication.

Dogs will be spayed/neutered through us prior to finalizing any adoption.

********If dog/pup is showing as available it is available. Please do not email asking if it is. Submit application to meet dog if interested - yes an application is required********

Meet Bear!

This handsome German Shepherd pup was born in May 2025 and weighs 50 pounds. Still a young guy, Bear is part of a smart, task‑oriented working breed that thrives with structure, discipline, and continued training. While his prior owners were told he was a purebred GSD, we think there’s a little something extra in his mix—whatever it is, it only adds to his charm.

Bear was surrendered to our rescue due to his energy (which is typical with this breed and his young age). The other reason is that he really does not appear to care for cats.

About Bear
- Loyal & Sweet – affectionate with his people, with a touch of territori

Adoption Application: https://www.cognitoforms.com/New2URescues/AdoptionApplication.

Dogs will be spayed/neutered through us prior to finalizing any adoption.

********If dog/pup is showing as available it is available. Please do not email asking if it is. Submit application to meet dog if interested - yes an application is required********

Meet Bear!

This handsome German Shepherd pup was born in May 2025 and weighs 50 pounds. Still a young guy, Bear is part of a smart, task‑oriented working breed that thrives with structure, discipline, and continued training. While his prior owners were told he was a purebred GSD, we think there’s a little something extra in his mix—whatever it is, it only adds to his charm.

Bear was surrendered to our rescue due to his energy (which is typical with this breed and his young age). The other reason is that he really does not appear to care for cats.

About Bear
- Loyal & Sweet – affectionate with his people, with a touch of territorial instinct true to his breed.
- Crate Trained – sleeps comfortably in his crate.
- Potty Trained – reliable both on leash and off.
- Playful Energy – loves space to run and explore.

Bear’s Ideal Home
- A large fenced yard where he can stretch his legs and play.
- A dog sibling to help him grow in confidence and learn good habits.
- An experienced family who under