



Rio
- Puppy
- Male
- Large
- German Shepherd Dog
About Rio
El Cajon, CA
Breed
Physical Traits
Behavior
Health
Rio’s Compatibility
This pet has good 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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Rio's Story
Meet Rio! This pup, along with his mom (Amara) and 10 other siblings, transferred to us from the Chula Vista Animal Care Facility at 6 days of age! <br/>Rio is a gorgeous black beauty! As a follower, it is important that he is following well-behaved dogs and a good leader! He has a high prey drive and will do best will do best with dogs his size or larger. A home that will provide positive guidance and direction is where he will thrive. <br/><br/>Check out their rescue story here:<br/>https://www.facebook.com/heartofgoldsshelter/posts/pfbid07LVqvxwreznCQSQH2FAkhJhV7bYrU6XqwVUMyvsL9vSaPQYUFQZqHZQnQzgmrU7rl<br/><br/>Health considerations: Rio was diagnosed with a valgus deformity ("knock knee"). Corrective surgery is not required. He may be more prone to develop arthritis in life and is taking joint supplements daily. No changes in exercise are required in the average household. <br/><br/>Additional Note: First two photos taken at 1 year of age. Third photo taken at 6 months of age. Final photo taken at 2 months of age. <br/><br/>Regarding COVID-19 and other contagious illnesses: Please reschedule any visits if you are sick.
Meet Rio! This pup, along with his mom (Amara) and 10 other siblings, transferred to us from the Chula Vista Animal Care Facility at 6 days of age!
Rio is a gorgeous black beauty! As a follower, it is important that he is following well-behaved dogs and a good leader! He has a high prey drive and will do best will do best with dogs his size or larger. A home that will provide positive guidance and direction is where he will thrive.
Check out their rescue story here:
https://www.facebook.com/heartofgoldsshelter/posts/pfbid07LVqvxwreznCQSQH2FAkhJhV7bYrU6XqwVUMyvsL9vSaPQYUFQZqHZQnQzgmrU7rl
Health considerations: Rio was diagnosed with a valgus deformity ("knock knee"). Corrective surgery is not required. He may be more prone to develop arthritis in life and is taking joint supplements daily. No changes in exercise are required in the average household.
Additional Note: First two photos taken at 1 year of age. Third photo taken at 6 months of age. Final photo taken at 2 months of age.
Meet Rio! This pup, along with his mom (Amara) and 10 other siblings, transferred to us from the Chula Vista Animal Care Facility at 6 days of age!
Rio is a gorgeous black beauty! As a follower, it is important that he is following well-behaved dogs and a good leader! He has a high prey drive and will do best will do best with dogs his size or larger. A home that will provide positive guidance and direction is where he will thrive.
Check out their rescue story here:
https://www.facebook.com/heartofgoldsshelter/posts/pfbid07LVqvxwreznCQSQH2FAkhJhV7bYrU6XqwVUMyvsL9vSaPQYUFQZqHZQnQzgmrU7rl
Health considerations: Rio was diagnosed with a valgus deformity ("knock knee"). Corrective surgery is not required. He may be more prone to develop arthritis in life and is taking joint supplements daily. No changes in exercise are required in the average household.
Additional Note: First two photos taken at 1 year of age. Third photo taken at 6 months of age. Final photo taken at 2 months of age.
Regarding COVID-19 and other contagious illnesses: Please reschedule any visits if you are sick.
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Rio is from Heart of Gold's Shelter
[El Cajon, CA]
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