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Blossom (aka Vespa) von Berkoth is an adorable, smaller sized (38 lbs) 3 year old mix of cuteness. She’s searching for a home with adults who understand the attributes of herding/cattle dogs. Her best match would be a home with few visitors since she is very devoted to her own family members. A warm and caring girl with her people, she is house trained, crate-trained and has had obedience and leash training. She has mastered a list of commands and is a smart girl who learns quickly, especially if treats are on hand. She is good inside the home and the yard and enjoys spending lots of time outdoors. Blossom likes car rides, dog parks and neighborhood walks. She meets other dogs nicely, even face-to-face and, in her playgroups, she happily frolics with dogs, including those who are larger than herself.
IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN Blossom von Berkoth YOU MUST FILL OUT AN ADOPTION APPLICATION ON OUR WEBSITE: www.sheprescue.org
Based on our experience, Westside's current thinking is to usually match first-time shepherd owners with a mix versus a purebred shepherd. Mixes are "softer" and somewhat more malleable. Exceptions can be made, however, for first-time adopters who show the confidence and leadership tendencies that purebreds will respect and respond to. Counselors have to use good judgment in assessing the attributes of the adopter, as well as of the dog. If you have doubts, get a second opinion from Robin or another experienced counselor.
Blossom (aka Vespa) von Berkoth is an adorable, smaller sized (38 lbs) 3 year old mix of cuteness. She’s searching for a home with adults who understand the attributes of herding/cattle dogs. Her best match would be a home with few visitors since she is very devoted to her own family members. A warm and caring girl with her people, she is house trained, crate-trained and has had obedience and leash training. She has mastered a list of commands and is a smart girl who learns quickly, especially if treats are on hand. She is good inside the home and the yard and enjoys spending lots of time outdoors. Blossom likes car rides, dog parks and neighborhood walks. She meets other dogs nicely, even face-to-face and, in her playgroups, she happily frolics with dogs, including those who are larger than herself.
IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN Blossom von Berkoth YOU MUST FILL OUT AN ADOPTION APPLICATION ON OUR WEBSITE: www.sheprescue.org
Based on our experience, Westside's current thinking is to usually match first-time shepherd owners with a mix versus a purebred shepherd. Mixes are "softer" and somewhat more malleable. Exceptions can be made, however, for first-time adopters who show the confidence and leadership tendencies that purebreds will respect and respond to. Counselors have to use good judgment in assessing the attributes of the adopter, as well as of the dog. If you have doubts, get a second opinion from Robin or another experienced counselor.
In order to adopt any dog from Westside German Shepherd Rescue, one must fill out an adoption application first. Upon receipt of your application, a Westside adoption counselor will contact you.We do aerial home checks and you may be asked to supply pictures as well as arranging for a home visit prior to adoption.
Adoption fees vary with each dog and typically range from $150 to $500. They are set, taking into account the dog's age, training level, temperament, if they’re newly arrived, medical condition(s) (if any) and other factors. Adoption fees are used not only to rescue and place the dog you are personally adopting, but to aid in the future rescue and rehabilitation of other deserving dogs. Adoption fees are necessary; without fees, our rescue efforts would quickly come to an end. The adoption fee includes spay/neuter, microchip, and up-to-date vaccinations.
ADOPTION DAYS
******* Pre-approved applicants only *******
If you have submitted an online application but have not been approved by our volunteer, please do NOT come down to meet dogs as we won't be able to show you any. No on-site screening at this time. Once approved and told to come meet dogs, we will be happy to help you.
In order to adopt any dog from Westside German Shepherd Rescue, one must fill out an adoption application first. Upon receipt of your application, a Westside adoption counselor will contact you.We do aerial home checks and you may be asked to supply pictures as well as arranging for a home visit prior to adoption.
Adoption fees vary with each dog and typically range from $150 to $500. They are set, taking into account the dog's age, training level, temperament, if they’re newly arrived, medical condition(s) (if any) and other factors. Adoption fees are used not only to rescue and place the dog you are personally adopting, but to aid in the future rescue and rehabilitation of other deserving dogs. Adoption fees are necessary; without fees, our rescue efforts would quickly come to an end. The adoption fee includes spay/neuter, microchip, and up-to-date vaccinations.
ADOPTION DAYS
******* Pre-approved applicants only *******
If you have submitted an online application but have not been approved by our volunteer, please do NOT come down to meet dogs as we won't be able to show you any. No on-site screening at this time. Once approved and told to come meet dogs, we will be happy to help you.
Wednesday: 11 am - 3 pm
Saturday: 11 am - 4 pm
Sunday: 1 pm - 4 pm
Other days by appointment only.
Wednesday: 11 am - 3 pm
Saturday: 11 am - 4 pm
Sunday: 1 pm - 4 pm
Other days by appointment only.
More about this rescue
Westside German Shepherd Rescue of Los Angeles is a 501c3 non-profit, no-kill rescue committed to saving all types of German Shepherd Dogs from high kill shelters and re-homing them to loving, qualified families.
Westside German Shepherd Rescue of Los Angeles is a 501c3 non-profit, no-kill rescue committed to saving all types of German Shepherd Dogs from high kill shelters and re-homing them to loving, qualified families.
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