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Xerxes

  • Adult
  • Male
  • Large
  • German Shepherd Dog

About Xerxes

Florence, AZ

Breed

German Shepherd Dog

Physical Traits

Adult
(3-8 years)
Male
Large
(61-100 lbs)

Behavior

House-trained: Yes

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes

Xerxes'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.

Adoption Fee

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Xerxes's Story

Meet Xerxes!<br/><br/>My favorite thing to do is... be with people. I am a gentle, social dog.<br/><br/>What makes me special is... I am quite the gentleman! I am sweet with every person and creature I meet. I have a mellow disposition. I love to go on walks, I like to wade in the pool, and I really like chew sticks. I like to have other animals around, and I'm equally good with other dogs and with cats. I bark when someone is at the door, but stop as soon as the door is opened. I will politely greet anyone who comes to visit.<br/><br/>I want my new owner to know... I was returned to the rescue when a child in my home developed allergies. I really want to be part of a family again.<br/><br/>When I am feeling playful I like to.. (favorite toys): Explore. I will play some, but mostly I am very relaxed and am content to stay near people who will pet me and tell me what a good boy I am.<br/><br/>Where do I sleep? I love a good dog bed, and I am crate trained.<br/><br/>I am good with: Dogs, Cats, and Kids<br/><br/>By nature I am... Social and Quiet 8/14/26 11:54 PM

Meet Xerxes!

My favorite thing to do is... be with people. I am a gentle, social dog.

What makes me special is... I am quite the gentleman! I am sweet with every person and creature I meet. I have a mellow disposition. I love to go on walks, I like to wade in the pool, and I really like chew sticks. I like to have other animals around, and I'm equally good with other dogs and with cats. I bark when someone is at the door, but stop as soon as the door is opened. I will politely greet anyone who comes to visit.

I want my new owner to know... I was returned to the rescue when a child in my home developed allergies. I really want to be part of a family again.

When I am feeling playful I like to.. (favorite toys): Explore. I will play some, but mostly I am very relaxed and am content to stay near people who will pet me and tell me what a good boy I am.

Where do I sleep? I love a good dog bed, and I am crate trained.

I am good with: Dogs, Cats, and Kids

By nature I am.

Meet Xerxes!

My favorite thing to do is... be with people. I am a gentle, social dog.

What makes me special is... I am quite the gentleman! I am sweet with every person and creature I meet. I have a mellow disposition. I love to go on walks, I like to wade in the pool, and I really like chew sticks. I like to have other animals around, and I'm equally good with other dogs and with cats. I bark when someone is at the door, but stop as soon as the door is opened. I will politely greet anyone who comes to visit.

I want my new owner to know... I was returned to the rescue when a child in my home developed allergies. I really want to be part of a family again.

When I am feeling playful I like to.. (favorite toys): Explore. I will play some, but mostly I am very relaxed and am content to stay near people who will pet me and tell me what a good boy I am.

Where do I sleep? I love a good dog bed, and I am crate trained.

I am good with: Dogs, Cats, and Kids

By nature I am... Social and Quiet 8/14/26 11:54 PM

Consider Xerxes for adoption?

How To Adopt

Xerxes was listed as Adoptable by AZ CARE
How can I adopt Xerxes?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with AZ CARE. 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 Xerxes 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 AZ CARE for details on the pet.
When can I meet Xerxes?
If you've submitted an inquiry, AZ CARE will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Xerxes, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to AZ CARE, and they'll be happy to help!
AZ CARE's Adoption Policy
1) Schedule a Meet and Greet to view the cat or dog you are interested in (meet and greets are on a first come first serve basis). https://azcarerescue.org/meet-and-greets/ 2) Do the meet and greet. (For dogs, if you have other animals the initial meeting is done on a neutral ground like a park/PetSmart away from the home.) 3) Fill out the adoption contract 4) Pay the adoption fee: ~Donations for Dogs: $200 over 12 months & Puppies: $350 ~Donations for Cats: $150 over 12 months; Kittens under 12 months: $175 We take cash, checks, Venmo, PayPal and credit cards for adoption fees. Credit Cards, PayPal, and Venmo will be subjected to a $5 processing fee in addition to the adoption fee (April 12, 2016) 5) After a few weeks AZ CARE will send the microchip transfer from Found Animals to the adopter’s email address on file. 6) Adoption is finalized!

Xerxes is from AZ CARE

[Florence, AZ]

Our Mission
AZ Center for Animal Rescue and Education (AZ CARE) is a non-profit all breed dog and cat rescue in Arizona. We are dedicated to reducing the euthanasia rate in our state through education, spay/neuter programs and adoption events. Our network of foster homes provide a safe haven for dogs/cats while they wait for their fore...
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