My name is Watermelon!

Animal Profile: Watermelon is an estimated 1-year-old 70 lb neutered male German Shepherd who was taken into the high-kill Downey Animal Shelter in Los Angeles as a stray, and never claimed. The shelter assessed him to be friendly with people and other dogs, and comfortable with handling with no medical or behavior flags, however he was euth listed for space after a long stay over one month in the shelter. This resilient boy got a one-way ticket to Seattle with a foster offer and will be joining Dog Gone Seattle on July 28. We will share more about him as we get to know him in foster care. 

Foster Update: Watermelon, aka Sunny in his foster home, is an affectionate, self confident boy. He is very intelligent and learns quickly. Sunny is young and has quite a bit of energy, but is able to settle in the house well. He is crate and potty trained and even quickly learned to “do his business” in one specific spot in the yard. He enjoys long walks and does well on leash except when he sees a squirrel or bunny. He’s working on containing his excitement in this situation, and will benefit from a confident handler who is willing to continue to work with him on his leash skills. Sunny is a sweet boy who would love an active family to call his own!

Adoption Info: Adoption fee is $550 which includes spay/neuter, core vaccinations Rabies and DPPV, heartworm test if 6 months or older, microchip with lifetime registration, and health certificate. Adoption fee may be tax deductible as Dog Gone Seattle is a 501c3 organization.

Apply Online: www.doggoneseattle.org/adoption-application<

Animal History: Watermelon was picked up as a stray in southern California and taken to the high-kill Downey animal shelter where he was placed on the euthanasia list for space. With foster commitment he was tagged and will be transported to Seattle arriving 7/28/24. He will be available for adoption to the greater Seattle area after evaluated in foster care.