My name is Phoenix!

I don't know if a female takes offense at being called handsome, but handsome is the best word I can come up with to describe Phoenix's appearance. Her alluring hazel eyes and standup ears make her literally a stand up out! Phoenix is a one year old 64 pound black and tan German shepherd that came to the Mesquite Animal Shelter on 9/26 as a stray. I can't figure out why the owners have not come for this amazing girl that has so much going for her. She sits for treats and takes them gently. She comes when she's called. When I sat down, she came immediately to put her head on my lap and received ear scratches. She's very loving, attentive, well-behaved, and gentle. She's also very alert and explores her surroundings. She appears to be very smart. She did her business in the yard, and she walks well on a leash. She's got so much love to give a family. She wants to be an inside dog so she can spend more time sharing her love with them. She's too gentle and sweet to be an outside dog.