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Ripley SJ

  • Young
  • Female
  • Large
  • German Shepherd Dog

About Ripley SJ

Cupertino, CA

Breed

German Shepherd Dog

Physical Traits

Young
(1-3 years)
Female
Large
(61-100 lbs)

Behavior

House-trained: Yes

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes

Ripley SJ’s Compatibility

    This pet has unknown compatibility with kids.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with dogs.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with cats.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.

Adoption Fee

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Ripley SJ's Story

Ripley has extememly high energy and is rarely in the house alone for 10 minutes! She is friendly, curious, and playful! She loves being with people, it's her favorite thing. She will happily take you for a walk. She will also point out every squirrel on the walk and lead you to them very quickly, so hang on!<br/><br/>She’s intelligent and eager to please, making every day with her an adventure. This gem is fully housebroken, crate trained, and sleeps soundly through the night in her crate. She also does well on car rides, which makes for a fantastic travel companion. She loves every person she meets and will jump for joy when introduced.<br/><br/>She is also working on her manners and responds well to several commands like Heel, Fetch, Down, Sit, Stay, and Come. She is quick to learn with a little encouragement and her favorite treats.<br/><br/>Her foster family describes her as a people-focused sweetheart who loves to give kisses and soak up all the attention she can get. Whether it's a romp in the backyard, a walk around the neighborhood, or simply spending time with her humans, Ripley’s happiest moments are those spent with the people she loves.<br/><br/>Ripley is showing a strong prey drive and enjoys keeping an eye on squirrels and deer, so a secure yard with a tall fence is a must. Her prey drive suggest she will not be good with cats. She is reactive to other dogs on walks. Her foster home knows this is a work in progress, especailly for anyone intersted in adopting her.<br/><br/>Ripley’s enthusiasm for life is contagious, and her affectionate nature makes her an incredible companion. She would thrive in a home with people who are willing to continue her daily training, provide her with plenty of daily exercise, and give her all the love she deserves, everyday.<br/><br/>If you’re looking for a loyal, intelligent, and playful pup who will fill your days with joy and laughter, Ripley might just be your perfect match. Come meet her and see why she’s ready to steal your heart!<br/><br/>Ripley is:<br/><br/>Energy Level 4-Shep on a Mission: This dog needs daily exercise, training, and play. They will need to be taught to settle. S/he may be destructive if not exercised/worked enough. All puppies under 8 months are Level 4.<br/><br/>Temperament Level 3-Comfortable with most people, may be under-socialized, may have some prey drive, separation anxiety, and/or leash reactivity, and may not be suitable for small children. Takes well to training. 6/12/26 10:59 PM

Ripley has extememly high energy and is rarely in the house alone for 10 minutes! She is friendly, curious, and playful! She loves being with people, it's her favorite thing. She will happily take you for a walk. She will also point out every squirrel on the walk and lead you to them very quickly, so hang on!

She’s intelligent and eager to please, making every day with her an adventure. This gem is fully housebroken, crate trained, and sleeps soundly through the night in her crate. She also does well on car rides, which makes for a fantastic travel companion. She loves every person she meets and will jump for joy when introduced.

She is also working on her manners and responds well to several commands like Heel, Fetch, Down, Sit, Stay, and Come. She is quick to learn with a little encouragement and her favorite treats.

Her foster family describes her as a people-focused sweetheart who loves to give kisses and soak up all the attention she can get. Whether it's a romp in the backyard, a walk aroun

Ripley has extememly high energy and is rarely in the house alone for 10 minutes! She is friendly, curious, and playful! She loves being with people, it's her favorite thing. She will happily take you for a walk. She will also point out every squirrel on the walk and lead you to them very quickly, so hang on!

She’s intelligent and eager to please, making every day with her an adventure. This gem is fully housebroken, crate trained, and sleeps soundly through the night in her crate. She also does well on car rides, which makes for a fantastic travel companion. She loves every person she meets and will jump for joy when introduced.

She is also working on her manners and responds well to several commands like Heel, Fetch, Down, Sit, Stay, and Come. She is quick to learn with a little encouragement and her favorite treats.

Her foster family describes her as a people-focused sweetheart who loves to give kisses and soak up all the attention she can get. Whether it's a romp in the backyard, a walk around the neighborhood, or simply spending time with her humans, Ripley’s happiest moments are those spent with the people she loves.

Ripley is showing a strong prey drive and enjoys keeping an eye on squirrels and deer, so a secure yard with a tall fence is a must. Her prey drive suggest she will not be good with cats. She is reactive to other dogs on walks. Her foster home knows this is a

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How To Adopt

Ripley SJ was listed as Adoptable by German Shepherd Rescue of Northern California
How can I adopt Ripley SJ?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with German Shepherd Rescue of Northern California. 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 Ripley SJ 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 German Shepherd Rescue of Northern California for details on the pet.
When can I meet Ripley SJ?
If you've submitted an inquiry, German Shepherd Rescue of Northern California will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Ripley SJ, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to German Shepherd Rescue of Northern California, and they'll be happy to help!
German Shepherd Rescue of Northern California's Adoption Policy
To adopt a German Shepherd Dog from us, you must: 1. Live in Northern California. 2. Complete an Adoption Questionnaire, either online, or hard-copy (pdf format). If you do not own your home, your landlord must provide the completed Landlord Permission Agreement(pdf format). 3. Be interviewed by an adoption counselor. 4. Allow a home visit conducted by a GSRNC adoption counselor. 5. Choose, and be chosen by, the right dog. 6. With our approval, sign our Adoption Agreement, and pay the associated adoption fee. 7. At the time of adoption we also collect a deposit which is refunded after completion of two training sessions.

Ripley SJ is from German Shepherd Rescue of Northern California

[Cupertino, CA]

Our Mission
*Rescuing German Shepherd Dogs from life threatening situations at animal shelters and elsewhere. *Finding German Shepherd Dogs permanent loving homes with qualified owners. *Assisting owners of German Shepherd Dogs who can no longer keep them to find them new homes. *Working cooperatively with animal shelters and other res...
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