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Harrison aka Harry

  • Young
  • Male
  • Medium
  • German Shepherd Dog

About Harrison aka Harry

Gretna, NE

Breed

German Shepherd Dog

Physical Traits

Young
(1-3 years)
Male
Medium
(26-60 lbs)

Behavior

Harrison aka Harry’s Compatibility

    This pet has unknown compatibility with kids.

    This pet has good compatibility with dogs.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with cats.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.

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Harrison aka Harry's Story

You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.German Shepherd dogs, as well as the other herding breeds that we have in rescue, are highly active, energetic, working breeds. They require considerable vetting, exercise, socialization, training, leadership and mental stimuli in order to be well-adjusted, well-balanced, and well-mannered dogs. Even if you exercise and play with your dog daily in your fenced yard, you MUST still take your dog out on daily walks and outings in order to work on his/her leash skills, manners, and social skills. These breeds make great additions to active families who will pamper them, but who will also work with them, as they are smart dogs who need leadership, structure, plenty of activity and mental stimulation. If you are new to German Shepherds (and other herding breeds), please research the breed to make sure this is the dog for you. We ask that you consider the time and financial commitment that your German Shepherd (or other herding breed) dog will require before applying for one. Please review the section on our website (www.heartlandgsrescue.org) 'Is a HUGS Dog Right for You?' for additional information.<br/><br/>Harrison came to us when his previous owners—who were in the service—found themselves without the time or experience needed to raise a young puppy. When they were reassigned, they made the thoughtful decision to seek help placing him in a home better suited to his needs.<br/>At just 7 months old, Harrison (aka Harry) is a handsome, sweet-natured boy with a playful spirit. He loves romping around with dogs his own size and brings an enthusiastic energy to every play session. In his foster home, he’s been thriving and continues to show what a loving, affectionate companion he can be.<br/>Harry can be a bit shy when meeting new people, so he would do best in a calmer home without a lot of unfamiliar visitors coming and going. He’ll truly flourish with an adopter who understands his breed and can provide the structure, routine, and guidance he needs as he grows. Continued walks, positive socialization, and consistency will help him build confidence and develop into a well-rounded adult dog.<br/>With the right home, Harry is sure to become a loyal and loving companion.<br/>Like all GSDs and other herding breeds that we have in rescue, Harry will need training, consistency, boundaries, and lots of activity and socialization, in order to be a well-balanced, well-behaved dog. This sweet boy would make a great addition to an active home that will provide the love, structure, good leadership, activity and mental stimulation that she needs. Because of that, Harry's ideal owner will have prior GSD, or similar breed experience. Even if you exercise and play with your dog daily in your fenced yard, please remember that you MUST still take your dog out on daily walks and outings, in order to provide sufficient stimulation, ward off boredom, and work on leash skills and manners.<br/><br/>Harry's adoption fee is $395, all of which goes back into offseting our high-cost vetting expenses and rescuing more dogs. We are a 100% volunteer-run rescue group and rely on adoption fees and donations to continue saving lives. Adoption fees include spay/neuter, current on age-appropriate vaccinations, fecal, deworming, flea/tick and heartworm preventative, heartworm tested if old enough (and treated if positive), and microchipped. Please visit http://heartlandgsrescue.rescuegroups.org/info/adoption for more information about our adoption process and requirements, and to apply.<br/>Please review the information in the 'About Us', 'Important Considerations' and 'Adopt' sections on our website menu, as it contains useful information about the breed, adoption fees, the adoption process and our requirements, and how meeting the dogs works.

You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.German Shepherd dogs, as well as the other herding breeds that we have in rescue, are highly active, energetic, working breeds. They require considerable vetting, exercise, socialization, training, leadership and mental stimuli in order to be well-adjusted, well-balanced, and well-mannered dogs. Even if you exercise and play with your dog daily in your fenced yard, you MUST still take your dog out on daily walks and outings in order to work on his/her leash skills, manners, and social skills. These breeds make great additions to active families who will pamper them, but who will also work with them, as they are smart dogs who need leadership, structure, plenty of activity and mental stimulation. If you are new to German Shepherds (and other herding breeds), please research the breed to make sure this is the dog for you. We ask that you consider the time and financial commitment that your German Shepherd (or other herding breed) dog will require before ap

You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.German Shepherd dogs, as well as the other herding breeds that we have in rescue, are highly active, energetic, working breeds. They require considerable vetting, exercise, socialization, training, leadership and mental stimuli in order to be well-adjusted, well-balanced, and well-mannered dogs. Even if you exercise and play with your dog daily in your fenced yard, you MUST still take your dog out on daily walks and outings in order to work on his/her leash skills, manners, and social skills. These breeds make great additions to active families who will pamper them, but who will also work with them, as they are smart dogs who need leadership, structure, plenty of activity and mental stimulation. If you are new to German Shepherds (and other herding breeds), please research the breed to make sure this is the dog for you. We ask that you consider the time and financial commitment that your German Shepherd (or other herding breed) dog will require before applying for one. Please review the section on our website (www.heartlandgsrescue.org) 'Is a HUGS Dog Right for You?' for additional information.

Harrison came to us when his previous owners—who were in the service—found themselves without the time or experience needed to raise a young puppy. When they were reassigned, they made the thoughtful decision to seek help placing him in a home bet

How To Adopt

Harrison aka... was listed as Adoptable by Heartland German Shepherd Rescue (HUGS)
How can I adopt Harrison aka...?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Heartland German Shepherd Rescue (HUGS). 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 Harrison aka... 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 Heartland German Shepherd Rescue (HUGS) for details on the pet.
When can I meet Harrison aka...?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Heartland German Shepherd Rescue (HUGS) will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Harrison aka..., they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Heartland German Shepherd Rescue (HUGS), and they'll be happy to help!
Heartland German Shepherd Rescue (HUGS)'s Adoption Policy
-As part of the application process, we ask that you provide references (to include a veterinarian), and a home visit is required. -Applicants must be adults 19 years old or older. -We require a securely-fenced yard (for more details please see our Safe Containment/Fencing section below). Use of Tie Outs or Invisible Fencing is not allowed for HUGS dogs. -All HUGS dogs MUST be INSIDE, family pets in their adoptive home. HUGS dogs may NOT be outdoor, free-roaming, backyard, porch, outdoor kennel, dog house or garage dogs. NO EXCEPTIONS, PLEASE. -The dogs we have in rescue are typically from breeds that require lots of direction, strict boundaries and limitations, and lots of exercise and dedication in order to become well-rounded adults. That is why we look for experienced dog-owners, with a proven history of great vet care and dedication to their dogs, regardless of medical or behavioral issues. -Submission of an application for adoption is not a guarantee of approval. There is no guarantee that applicants will be approved to adopt a specific dog, or that a specific dog will still be available by the time that your application is approved. Applications are valid for 6 months from the time of submission. After 6 months, you may be asked to re-apply. Thank you for your understanding. -Please note that submitting an application requires HUGS to go through a series of steps. Receiving a phone interview or Home Visit does not guarantee approval. The adoptions team can approve or deny the application at any time during the process. -We do not have a public facility. Meet and greets are scheduled by appointment only for approved adopters. -Even for approved adopters, it is not always easy to find a suitable dog quickly (especially when looking for a good match for a home with an adult dog). For example, some dogs will not be a good fit in a home with cats, or a home with other dogs. As an additional example, some dogs will need a very active home, while others may need a more calm and relaxed environment. Final decisions on adoptions are always at the sole discretion of the HUGS Adoption Team. -Adoption fees range from $275 to $450 depending on age and breed. All adoption fees go back into offseting our high-cost vetting expenses and rescuing more dogs. HUGS is a 100% volunteer-run rescue group and we rely on adoption fees and donations to continue saving lives. Adoption fees include spay/neuter, current on age-appropriate vaccinations, fecal, deworming, flea/tick and heartworm preventative, heartworm tested if old enough (and treated if positive), and microchipped. -For more details about the application process and requirements, please visit our website at http://www.heartlandgsrescue.org/info/adoption.

Harrison aka Harry is from Heartland German Shepherd Rescue (HUGS)

[Gretna, NE]

Our Mission
Heartland German Shepherd Rescue (HUGS) is a Nebraska-licensed, all-volunteer, 501c3 non-profit dog rescue organization founded in May 2015. We operate out of the Omaha-Lincoln, Nebraska area. Our focus is to save German Shepherd dogs at risk of being euthanized in shelters or other dire situations. We also try to help...
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