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Chester

Senior
Male
Large

German Shepherd Dog
Belgian Shepherd / Malinois

About Chester

Ocala, FL

Breed

German Shepherd Dog&Belgian Shepherd / MalinoisMix

Physical Traits

Senior

(8+ years)

Male

Large

(61-100 lbs)

Coat: Short

Yellow / Tan / Blond / Fawn, Black

Behavior

Chester’s Compatibility

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Chester's Story

Hello, my name is Chester. I've been through a lot in my life, so I am cautious of new people. It takes me a few meetings to really get to like someone. When I was found, I had really bad wounds on my paws that took quite a while to heal. The shelter isn't sure if my wounds were caused by a person or other dogs. I don't trust other dogs either, I'd prefer it to be just me and my person in the home. I get along very well with the staff and volunteers here, I love to play with toys and cuddle! I have excellent manners, walk very nicely on a leash and listen very well. I just need someone who is willing to be understanding that I will need time to trust a new person.

How To Adopt

Chester was listed as Adoptable by Voices of Change Animal League (VOCAL)

How can I adopt Chester?

Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Voices of Change Animal League (VOCAL). They may then ask for more details or an official application prior to an adoption. If you're a match, they'll reach out with next steps and timing.

How can I find out if Chester is a good fit for me?

Click the "See How You Match" button, answer a few simple questions, and see how you match up! It takes less than a minute to complete. You can also reach out directly to Voices of Change Animal League (VOCAL) for details on the pet.

When can I meet Chester?

If you've submitted an inquiry, Voices of Change Animal League (VOCAL) will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Chester, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.

What if I have more questions about the adoption process?

Just reach out directly to Voices of Change Animal League (VOCAL), and they'll be happy to help!

Voices of Change Animal League (VOCAL)'s Adoption Policy

Have you found a pet that you like on our adoption page and now you are wondering how to adopt from VOCAL? Every Wednesday and Saturday we have open adoption hours from 10 am – 2 pm at our facility. Our trained adoption counselors are available to meet with you and help you meet your new best friend. Want to get a head start? You can submit an application online to get the ball rolling! The application requires no commitment from you, if you decide later on the animal is not the right fit. The application simply allows us to start the process with you. While we do have set adoption hours on Wednesday and Saturday, we can also schedule adoption meet and greets by appointment to accommodate your schedule. As an organization founded by animal advocates, we truly see the animals in our care as family members. With this in mind, consider for a moment the thought processes you would go through if you were re-homing one of your beloved pets. You probably just thought of several questions you would want answered (for both the pet and the future owners sake) and considered a few steps you would take to ensure it was a great match! We believe you would expect any organization handling the adoptions of dogs and cats to have a process that is both thorough yet as expedient as possible. Below we have outlined what you can expect from our adoption process. WEEKLY WALK-IN ADOPTION HOURS WEDNESDAYS & SATURDAYS 10 AM - 2 PM STEP 1 Adoption Counselors receive and review the applications. STEP 2 Adoption Counselors discuss details of the application with the applicant and answer any questions the applicant may have. STEP 3 If the applicant and the Adoption Counselor agree that the animal and their home sound like it could be a potential match, a meet and greet is conducted or scheduled. STEP 4 If the pet and the applicant seem to be the perfect match, the animal has found its new home and the adoption is complete!

Our Mission

VOCAL is not your typical animal welfare organization. Made up of our board, staff, and volunteers, VOCAL was founded by passionate animal advocates who wanted to bring an end to the homeless pet problem in our community. This means working with the community and other organizations to help Marion County, FL become a No-Kil...