SCHNITZEL

  • Puppy
  • Male
  • Medium

About SCHNITZEL

Joshua Tree, CA

Breed

German Shepherd Dog&Australian ShepherdMix

Physical Traits

Puppy
(less than 1 year)
Male
Medium
(26-60 lbs)
Coat: Medium
Black, White / Cream

Behavior

Personality
Affectionate, Funny, Gentle, Smart, Athletic, Couch, Loves, Loyal, Playful, Friendly
House-trained: No

Health

Vaccinated:
Yes

SCHNITZEL’s Compatibility

    This pet has good compatibility with kids.

    This pet has good compatibility with dogs.

    This pet has good compatibility with cats.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.

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SCHNITZEL's Story

Meet Schnitzel.<br/><br/>He’s a 10-week-old Shepherd/Aussie mix with soft ears, wiggly energy, and a serious love for cuddles. A good Samaritan found him alone at a park, and now he’s ready for a real home — the kind where he doesn’t have to wonder what’s next.<br/><br/>Schnitzel is sweet, playful, and very into his people. He loves to snuggle, does well with cats, and is happiest when he’s included in whatever’s going on. He’s still a baby, so he’s learning the world one new thing at a time. A confident dog friend or a patient family would help him build that confidence even more.<br/><br/>He is working through some food guarding, which likely comes from not always feeling secure. The upside? He’s already responding well to routine and positive training. With consistency, he’s showing he can relax and trust that his needs will be met.<br/><br/>He’s not a “plug-and-play” puppy — he’s a real one. But the person who gives him structure and love now is going to end up with an incredibly loyal, fun, and devoted dog.

Meet Schnitzel.

He’s a 10-week-old Shepherd/Aussie mix with soft ears, wiggly energy, and a serious love for cuddles. A good Samaritan found him alone at a park, and now he’s ready for a real home — the kind where he doesn’t have to wonder what’s next.

Schnitzel is sweet, playful, and very into his people. He loves to snuggle, does well with cats, and is happiest when he’s included in whatever’s going on. He’s still a baby, so he’s learning the world one new thing at a time. A confident dog friend or a patient family would help him build that confidence even more.

He is working through some food guarding, which likely comes from not always feeling secure. The upside? He’s already responding well to routine and positive training. With consistency, he’s showing he can relax and trust that his needs will be met.

He’s not a “plug-and-play” puppy — he’s a real one. But the person who gives him structure and love now is going to end up with an incredibly loyal, fun, and devoted dog.

Meet Schnitzel.

He’s a 10-week-old Shepherd/Aussie mix with soft ears, wiggly energy, and a serious love for cuddles. A good Samaritan found him alone at a park, and now he’s ready for a real home — the kind where he doesn’t have to wonder what’s next.

Schnitzel is sweet, playful, and very into his people. He loves to snuggle, does well with cats, and is happiest when he’s included in whatever’s going on. He’s still a baby, so he’s learning the world one new thing at a time. A confident dog friend or a patient family would help him build that confidence even more.

He is working through some food guarding, which likely comes from not always feeling secure. The upside? He’s already responding well to routine and positive training. With consistency, he’s showing he can relax and trust that his needs will be met.

He’s not a “plug-and-play” puppy — he’s a real one. But the person who gives him structure and love now is going to end up with an incredibly loyal, fun, and devoted dog.

How To Adopt

SCHNITZEL was listed as ADOPTABLE by Joshua Tree No-Kill Shelter
How can I adopt SCHNITZEL?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Joshua Tree No-Kill Shelter. 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 SCHNITZEL 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 Joshua Tree No-Kill Shelter for details on the pet.
When can I meet SCHNITZEL?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Joshua Tree No-Kill Shelter will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for SCHNITZEL, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Joshua Tree No-Kill Shelter, and they'll be happy to help!
Joshua Tree No-Kill Shelter's Adoption Policy
For dog adoption: We prefer a fenced in yard, adequately sized for the size of the dog. A fence check (photos, videos) will be performed before an application is approved. If you do not have a fenced in yard, please submit a detailed exercise plan. If you have other pets, it is a requirement to schedule an interaction to make sure that they get along. For cat adoption: No interactions are required between cats before adoption. We base our decision on approving the adoption after reviewing the questionnaire on the adoption application.

SCHNITZEL is from Joshua Tree No-Kill Shelter

[Joshua Tree, CA]

Our Mission
The JTNKS is committed to the purpose of caring for and arranging for the adoption of animals in need, providing humane education, advancing the reduction of the homeless animal population through spay and neuter, and encouraging the humane treatment and extended life of animals through involvement in our community. The Mo...
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Today's hours: 12PM - 4 PM
Location
4646 Sun View Avenue Joshua Tree, CA, 92252

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