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Prince

  • Senior
  • Male
  • Medium
  • German Shepherd Dog
  • Mixed Breed

About Prince

Hawkestone, ON

Breed

German Shepherd Dog&Mixed BreedMix

Physical Traits

Senior
(8+ years)
Male
Medium
(26-60 lbs)
Bicolor

Behavior

Personality
Playful
House-trained: Yes

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes

Adoption Fee

$650

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Prince's Story

<p data-start="120" data-end="607">Prince is a 10-year-old German Shepherd mix with the softest eyes, a gentle soul, and so much love still to give. Like many senior dogs who have experienced big changes in their lives, Prince needed time to understand that he was safe in foster care. Once he begins to trust, though, he forms incredibly strong bonds and becomes a loyal companion who simply wants to be near his people. He loves swimming, enjoys leisurely walks, and still has plenty of life and personality left in him.</p><br/><br/><p data-start="609" data-end="1108">Prince is housetrained, knows several commands including "sit," "stay," "down," "come," and "leave it," and is wonderful on walks. Cars, bikes, skateboards, and other everyday distractions don't bother him at all. He gets along beautifully with other dogs and cats and enjoys the company of calm, respectful adults only. As he has settled into foster care, he has made tremendous progress and has become a sweet, affectionate boy who loves sleeping beside his people and being part of the family.</p><br/><br/><p data-start="1110" data-end="1896">Prince is the kind of dog who needs relationships to develop at his pace. New situations and unfamiliar people can make him feel unsure, and when he first arrived, he needed space and patience to adjust. He is a dog who values his boundaries and prefers not to be restrained or rushed into interactions. Once trust is built, he becomes much more relaxed and affectionate. Prince is also a bit of an escape artist and has turned slipping out doors or scaling fences into something of a game, so he must always be securely managed outdoors with a martingale collar and harness attached to separate leashes. Because he can be difficult to catch and may react if grabbed unexpectedly, his future family will need to be mindful and set him up for success with careful management and routine.</p><br/><br/><p data-start="1898" data-end="2304">Prince has also made incredible progress with his house manners. When he first arrived, he marked indoors frequently, but since being neutered and settling into a routine, he has remained fully housetrained in foster care. As with any dog moving to a new environment, there may be an adjustment period and some old habits could briefly resurface, but consistency and patience will help him settle in again.</p><br/><br/><p data-start="2306" data-end="2845" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node="">Prince's ideal home is a calm, patient one with experienced dog owners who understand that trust is earned and that some dogs simply need a little extra time and space. Because he can become uncomfortable with restraint and likes to approach relationships on his own terms, he requires an adult-only home. The family lucky enough to earn Prince's trust will discover an incredibly loyal, loving companion who has come such a long way and still has so much happiness left to share in his golden years.</p><br/><br/><p data-start="2306" data-end="2845" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node=""></p><br/><br/><p><em>Our adoption fees cover all up to date veterinary needs, including but not limited to: full veterinary examination, age appropriate vaccinations, fecal test and parasite prevention, wellness bloodwork, spay or neuter, and microchip. All dogs will be started on a 6 week trial of pet insurance after adoption. Local adopters can take advantage of 50% off a training course at Ruff Haus in Barrie (</em><a href="http://www.ruffhaus.ca/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExam5VQ1ZiRDJ4QW9oUXpzSXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR47MX1Um92Tqyy52F_TJifZoiFx1U7UtGjmvRTN6Ig36IRaMUZmlEPqOYDAXw_aem_HeAQu_O-pqfpeAAvh9sLLw"><em>www.ruffhaus.ca</em></a><em>) and all adopters will also be signed up for Petcademy to offer 30 days of free text-based behavioural support.</em></p> Please visit our website www.preciouspawsrescue.ca to submit an adoption application.

Prince is a 10-year-old German Shepherd mix with the softest eyes, a gentle soul, and so much love still to give. Like many senior dogs who have experienced big changes in their lives, Prince needed time to understand that he was safe in foster care. Once he begins to trust, though, he forms incredibly strong bonds and becomes a loyal companion who simply wants to be near his people. He loves swimming, enjoys leisurely walks, and still has plenty of life and personality left in him.



Prince is housetrained, knows several commands including "sit," "stay," "down," "come," and "leave it," and is wonderful on walks. Cars, bikes, skateboards, and other everyday distractions don't bother him at all. He gets along beautifully with other dogs and cats and enjoys the company of calm, respectful adults only. As he has settled into foster care, he has made tremendous progress and has become a sweet, affectionate boy who loves sleeping beside his people a

Prince is a 10-year-old German Shepherd mix with the softest eyes, a gentle soul, and so much love still to give. Like many senior dogs who have experienced big changes in their lives, Prince needed time to understand that he was safe in foster care. Once he begins to trust, though, he forms incredibly strong bonds and becomes a loyal companion who simply wants to be near his people. He loves swimming, enjoys leisurely walks, and still has plenty of life and personality left in him.



Prince is housetrained, knows several commands including "sit," "stay," "down," "come," and "leave it," and is wonderful on walks. Cars, bikes, skateboards, and other everyday distractions don't bother him at all. He gets along beautifully with other dogs and cats and enjoys the company of calm, respectful adults only. As he has settled into foster care, he has made tremendous progress and has become a sweet, affectionate boy who loves sleeping beside his people and being part of the family.



Prince is the kind of dog who needs relationships to develop at his pace. New situations and unfamiliar people can make him feel unsure, and when he first arrived, he needed space and patience to adjust. He is a dog who values his boundaries and prefers not to be restrained or rushed into interactions. Once trust is bui

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How To Adopt

Prince was listed as Adoptable by Precious Paws Rescue
How can I adopt Prince?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Precious Paws 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 Prince 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 Precious Paws Rescue for details on the pet.
When can I meet Prince?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Precious Paws Rescue will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Prince, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Precious Paws Rescue, and they'll be happy to help!
Precious Paws Rescue's Adoption Policy
Before inquiring about a specific dog for adoption, please ensure you have read their complete bio. We try to provide a complete description of each dog’s preferences in their write up including whether they are good with children and/or other pets. Adoption fees for each dog are also listed in their bio. If you still have questions about a dog you’re interested in please send us a message and one of our volunteers will respond as soon as possible. The first step if you are interested in adopting one of our available dogs is to complete our online Adoption Application at www.preciouspawsrescue.ca. Once your application is received one of our volunteers will review it and then get in touch with you to schedule a time for an interview. We will request a Zoom interview with you, so that we can complete your “phone interview” and “home visit” all at once. If these applications are not available to you we will schedule your phone interview first and, following that, we will schedule a home visit where a volunteer visits to meet all family members and see where the dog would be living. Our focus is on making the best match, not only for our rescue dogs, but also for our adoptive families. We want our adoptions to be successful for all involved so please understand that our adoption process is in place to ensure this happens. If you have any questions please get in touch!

Prince is from Precious Paws Rescue

[Hawkestone, ON]

Our Mission
To improve the quality of life for animals in need through foster care and adoption programs, comprehensive veterinary care, behavioural assessments and training, and public education.

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