SHEP***foster or adopt***

FOSTER OR ADOPT - Meet Shep!<br/><br/>At 10 years old, Shep may qualify as a senior, but don't tell him that! This handsome 68-lb shepherd mix still has plenty of pep in his step and lots of life and love left to give. He's a goofy, affectionate guy who loves toys, treats and belly rubs, but he's also past that frenetic youngster stage and knows how to relax and enjoy the good life.<br/><br/>We've been getting Shep out of the kennel more, and we're learning just how wonderful he is away from the stress of kennel life. He rides beautifully in the car, loves stretching out in the sunshine and even loves to swim! He's sweet, listens well, doesn't jump and takes treats gently. For the most part, he's a pretty laid-back fellow who would love a comfortable home and people of his own.<br/><br/>Shep recently went to his very first adoption event and was awesome! He happily soaked up attention from people and showed no aggression toward the other dogs. He was comfortable hanging out just a few feet from Hank, another big, easygoing older dog, and when a potential foster wanted to see how Shep might do with her large dog, they took the two for a short walk together. Shep did great!<br/><br/>We do know that Shep can be reactive toward other dogs in the kennel environment, so we're not going to assume that every dog will be his best friend. Any resident dog should come for a meet and greet to make sure everyone is comfortable. But his walks, outings and now his first adoption event are showing us something important: Shep outside the kennel is a much more relaxed dog.<br/><br/>Kennel life is hard on this sweet older guy, and we would love to see him spend his retirement years in a home instead. That's why Shep is available to foster or adopt. Give him a soft place to land, some sunshine, a few toys, maybe somewhere to take an occasional swim, and plenty of belly rubs - and we think you'll discover a pretty wonderful companion. Apply at caninecollective.org.

FOSTER OR ADOPT - Meet Shep!

At 10 years old, Shep may qualify as a senior, but don't tell him that! This handsome 68-lb shepherd mix still has plenty of pep in his step and lots of life and love left to give. He's a goofy, affectionate guy who loves toys, treats and belly rubs, but he's also past that frenetic youngster stage and knows how to relax and enjoy the good life.

We've been getting Shep out of the kennel more, and we're learning just how wonderful he is away from the stress of kennel life. He rides beautifully in the car, loves stretching out in the sunshine and even loves to swim! He's sweet, listens well, doesn't jump and takes treats gently. For the most part, he's a pretty laid-back fellow who would love a comfortable home and people of his own.

Shep recently went to his very first adoption event and was awesome! He happily soaked up attention from people and showed no aggression toward the other dogs. He was comfortable hanging out just a few feet from Hank, another big, easygoing o

FOSTER OR ADOPT - Meet Shep!

At 10 years old, Shep may qualify as a senior, but don't tell him that! This handsome 68-lb shepherd mix still has plenty of pep in his step and lots of life and love left to give. He's a goofy, affectionate guy who loves toys, treats and belly rubs, but he's also past that frenetic youngster stage and knows how to relax and enjoy the good life.

We've been getting Shep out of the kennel more, and we're learning just how wonderful he is away from the stress of kennel life. He rides beautifully in the car, loves stretching out in the sunshine and even loves to swim! He's sweet, listens well, doesn't jump and takes treats gently. For the most part, he's a pretty laid-back fellow who would love a comfortable home and people of his own.

Shep recently went to his very first adoption event and was awesome! He happily soaked up attention from people and showed no aggression toward the other dogs. He was comfortable hanging out just a few feet from Hank, another big, easygoing older dog, and when a potential foster wanted to see how Shep might do with her large dog, they took the two for a short walk together. Shep did great!

We do know that Shep can be reactive toward other dogs in the kennel environment, so we're not going to assume that every dog will be his best friend. Any resident dog should come for a meet and greet to make sure everyone is comfortable. B