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Gus

Young
Male
Large

Shepherd

About Gus

Marble Falls, TX

Breed

Shepherd

Physical Traits

Young

(1-3 years)

Male

Large

(61-100 lbs)

Coat: Medium

Black

Behavior

Gus’s Compatibility

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Gus's Story

This handsome young German Shepherd mix is still discovering that the world can be a wonderful place. While Gus may be independent by nature, he absolutely thrives with canine companionship. He's searching for a home with a confident, well-adjusted dog who can be his mentor and show him the ropes. Watching him play with his favorite toys and light up for tasty treats gives us glimpses of the joyful pup waiting to emerge.<br/>Gus is still mastering potty training and basic commands, so he'll need patient adopters committed to helping him succeed. With the right pack and gentle guidance, this sweet boy has incredible potential to become an amazing companion. If you have a dog-savvy household and the patience to teach this boy what he needs to know, Gus could be your perfect match.

This handsome young German Shepherd mix is still discovering that the world can be a wonderful place. While Gus may be independent by nature, he absolutely thrives with canine companionship. He's searching for a home with a confident, well-adjusted dog who can be his mentor and show him the ropes. Watching him play with his favorite toys and light up for tasty treats gives us glimpses of the joyful pup waiting to emerge.
Gus is still mastering potty training and basic commands, so he'll need patient adopters committed to helping him succeed. With the right pack and gentle guidance, this sweet boy has incredible potential to become an amazing companion. If you have a dog-savvy household and the patience to teach this boy what he needs to know, Gus could be your perfect match.

How To Adopt

Gus was listed as Adoptable by Highland Lakes Canine Rescue

How can I adopt Gus?

Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Highland Lakes Canine Rescue. 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 Gus 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 Highland Lakes Canine Rescue for details on the pet.

When can I meet Gus?

If you've submitted an inquiry, Highland Lakes Canine Rescue will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Gus, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.

What if I have more questions about the adoption process?

Just reach out directly to Highland Lakes Canine Rescue, and they'll be happy to help!

Highland Lakes Canine Rescue's Adoption Policy

More Info On Our Website! How To Adopt We work hard to make adopting easy while doing everything we can to ensure you and your new canine companion are a great match. 1) Check Out Our Dogs We post information on all our adoptable dogs on our website. In addition, we take our dogs to adoption events at local retailers in the area. These events enable you to see our dogs in person and interact with them and our volunteers. We do not do onsite adoptions at these events. We have found the best way to make the matches between adopters and our dogs is to have potential adopters first complete an application and then come to our shelter to spend some time with the dogs they are interested in. 2) Submit An Application If you’ve found a dog or dogs you’re interested in, we ask you to complete and submit our online application. We carefully review the information you’ve provided with the goal of making the best possible match for you and our dog. Our primary goal is to place our dogs in suitable and loving “forever” homes. We occasionally have more than one adopter interested in a dog. We will let you know if that’s the case with a dog you’ve expressed interest in. Our current adoption fee is $175.00. All of our dogs are spayed/neutered, microchipped, dewormed, current on shots, and checked by a veterinarian. 3) Schedule A Meet-and-Greet After we’ve reviewed your adoption application, we’ll contact you to arrange your visit to the shelter to meet the dog or dogs you’re interested in. While we have regular business hours, we’ll work with you to schedule your “meet and greet” at a time that works best for you The purpose of the “meet and greet” is to make sure you and your prospective pet are a good fit. We ask you to bring your current pet(s) and any family members to this session so you can experience first-hand how everybody gets along. During your “meet and greet” you’ll spend quality time with your prospective dog. You’ll interact with our staff who will share their first-hand experiences with the dog you’re meeting. You may decide that you’ve met your perfect match at the “meet and greet” or you may decide this isn’t a good fit for you or you may want a little more time to think about it. We will not pressure you into a decision because we understand how important and life changing this is for you and for our dogs. 4) Complete Your Adoption If you’ve found your new best friend at your meet and greet, that’s wonderful! When we unite you with your new family member, we’ll give you: - Important documentation about your dog’s social and medical history. - A small bag of the food your dog has been eating so you can transition to his/her new diet - Your dog’s microchip information We’ll work with you to transfer the microchip credentials to you. You’ll want to pass this information to your own veterinarian. We also recommend that this first trip home in your car have a quiet atmosphere with your new dog traveling in a crate for that first ride. http://www.highlandlakescaninerescue.org/adopt-a-dog/how-to-adopt/

Our Mission

“Our mission is to rescue, rehabilitate and secure loving and healthy forever homes for abandoned dogs in the Texas Hill Country. Eighty percent of our kennel population is devoted to canines with special medical and behavioral needs, and we provide individualized care to each one, optimizing their heath and increasing thei...

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