





Espresso
- Adult
- Male
- Large
- German Shepherd Dog
About Espresso
Itasca, IL
Breed
Physical Traits
Behavior
Health
Espresso’s Compatibility
This pet has bad compatibility with kids.
This pet has good compatibility with dogs.
This pet has bad compatibility with cats.
This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.
Adoption Fee
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Espresso's Story
FAST FACTS:<br/>*German Shepherd Mix<br/>*5 Years Old - 54lbs<br/>*Enjoys Long Walks and ChewToys<br/>*Medium/Active Energy<br/>*Older Children<br/>*Dog Friendly - Calm Dogs <br/>*No Cats<br/>*Potty Trained<br/>*Crate Trained<br/>*Single Family House (No Shared Walls) Preferred<br/>*Training Required - Very Smart and Fast Learner!<br/><br/>Espresso is a strong, cuddly, wonderfully dog with a personality as big as his heart. At five and a half years old and 54 pounds, he's a mix of power and sweetness, the kind of dog who can make you laugh just by curling himself into a tight little ball on the couch or dog bed. His foster mom says that moment when this tough, muscular dog transforms into a cozy cinnamon roll is one of her favorite things about him.<br/><br/>He came from an overcrowded Texas shelter where he was at risk of euthanasia simply because there wasn't enough space. Now safe in rescue, he's thriving in a predictable, comforting routine. His days are a mix of walks, backyard runs, and lounging at home. He loves his boring routine, and it suits him perfectly. Espresso is potty-trained, crate-trained, affectionate, and snuggly. His shedding is high, but so is his capacity for love.<br/><br/>Espresso is very smart and knows sit, stay, down, and paw. He vocalizes some, like most dogs, and he walks beautifully on leash. He is dog selective and needs slow, thoughtful introductions; he can be reactive with unfamiliar dogs and people, but with proper structure, he coexists well with new foster dogs who come through his home. He is protective of his person, which is part of why he needs an experienced, knowledgeable owner who understands his breed, his strength, and his need for guidance. He should live with older children only and absolutely no cats.<br/><br/>His favorite toys are hard chew bones and durable toys, and his favorite activities are walking and playing outside. He enjoys hanging out both in the house and in the yard, and he seems equally content in either place. Espresso would do best in a calmer home with people who appreciate a strong dog with a big personality and who are willing to give him the structure he needs to feel safe.<br/><br/>His best-selling point is simple: he's a big teddy bear for someone with the strength and patience to work with him. For the right person, Espresso will be a fiercely loyal, deeply loving companion who gives back every ounce of effort poured into him.<br/><br/>ADOPTION REQUIREMENTS<br/>*ADOPTION FEE: Sponsored<br/>*Be at least 21 years of age<br/>*Have the knowledge and agreement of all adults living in the household<br/>*Have approval from owner of residence (written in lease)<br/>*Have a valid ID with current address (please provide proof of address if ID address is not up-to-date)<br/>*Be approved as a suitable adoptive home by Fetching Tails Foundation<br/>*Be prepared to make a lifetime commitment<br/>*QUESTIONS ABOUT OUR POLICIES? All your answers here: https://www.fetchingtailsfoundation.org/faq<br/><br/>If interested please fill out an application on our website at www.fetchingtailsfoundation.org; please make sure you fill in every required field/question or your submission will not go through. Please note that we take time to learn as much as we can about each dog in our care and our bios are our current observations; we are unable to make any guarantees on the future health or temperament of your adopted dog. Most dogs in our care come with unknown pre-rescue history and as such breed and age estimates are an educated guess.
FAST FACTS:
*German Shepherd Mix
*5 Years Old - 54lbs
*Enjoys Long Walks and ChewToys
*Medium/Active Energy
*Older Children
*Dog Friendly - Calm Dogs
*No Cats
*Potty Trained
*Crate Trained
*Single Family House (No Shared Walls) Preferred
*Training Required - Very Smart and Fast Learner!
Espresso is a strong, cuddly, wonderfully dog with a personality as big as his heart. At five and a half years old and 54 pounds, he's a mix of power and sweetness, the kind of dog who can make you laugh just by curling himself into a tight little ball on the couch or dog bed. His foster mom says that moment when this tough, muscular dog transforms into a cozy cinnamon roll is one of her favorite things about him.
He came from an overcrowded Texas shelter where he was at risk of euthanasia simply because there wasn't enough space. Now safe in rescue, he's thriving in a predictable, comforting routine. His days are a mix of walks, backyard runs, and lounging at home. He loves his b
FAST FACTS:
*German Shepherd Mix
*5 Years Old - 54lbs
*Enjoys Long Walks and ChewToys
*Medium/Active Energy
*Older Children
*Dog Friendly - Calm Dogs
*No Cats
*Potty Trained
*Crate Trained
*Single Family House (No Shared Walls) Preferred
*Training Required - Very Smart and Fast Learner!
Espresso is a strong, cuddly, wonderfully dog with a personality as big as his heart. At five and a half years old and 54 pounds, he's a mix of power and sweetness, the kind of dog who can make you laugh just by curling himself into a tight little ball on the couch or dog bed. His foster mom says that moment when this tough, muscular dog transforms into a cozy cinnamon roll is one of her favorite things about him.
He came from an overcrowded Texas shelter where he was at risk of euthanasia simply because there wasn't enough space. Now safe in rescue, he's thriving in a predictable, comforting routine. His days are a mix of walks, backyard runs, and lounging at home. He loves his boring routine, and it suits him perfectly. Espresso is potty-trained, crate-trained, affectionate, and snuggly. His shedding is high, but so is his capacity for love.
Espresso is very smart and knows sit, stay, down, and paw. He vocalizes some, like most dogs, and he walks beautifully on leash. He is dog selective and needs slow, thoughtful introductions; he can be reactive with unfamilia
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Espresso is from Fetching Tails Foundation
[Itasca, IL]
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