My name is Fig Newton!

Meet Fig Newton! Fig is a 2 year old German Shepherd, searching for her forever home.
This loving lady came to the shelter as a stray, so very little is known about her history. What we can tell you is that she is an affectionate, friendly, and playful girl. She loves long walks, hikes, and romping around the yard - especially if there are other dogs involved! She loves a good snuggle with her favourite people, and she will nuzzle right into you to let you know it's snuggle time! She is still figuring out house training, and how to live in a home, so she has the occasional accident inside. Fig is leash trained, knows her basic commands very well, and is a very quick learner when it comes to new skills and tricks. She has very good recall, and generally does not stray far when off-leash.
As a very active and athletic breed, the German Shepherd requires lots of exercise for optimal physical and mental well-being. A dog who is not exercised enough will become frustrated and likely to develop undesirable behaviors. For grooming, GSD's require brushing every few days, and will shed large amounts of hair several times a year.
When Figgy came to us, she didn't seem to have much life experience. Since being in care, she has come a long way in working through some anxiety and fearfulness. She has a tendency to be nervous around men, and takes more time to become comfortable around them. In a new environment, with unfamiliar people, Fig may become nervous and apprehensive. Because of her high levels of anxiety, she has been on anxiety medication that should be continued while she adjusts to a new home. It is unlikely she will need to stay on this medication long-term.
In Fig's ideal home, she would not be left alone often, or for long periods of time. She would thrive with other dogs, and a yard to play in. She would be OK with dog savvy kids, but can get jumpy when she is excited. Ideally, there would not be a lot of new guests coming and going.

**Fig Newton is not quite ready for adoption, as she is awaiting her spay, but she is available for Foster-To-Adopt! We are only accepting local applicants at this time.**

If you think Fig could be a good fit for you, please fill out an application below.
https://spca.bc.ca/survey/dog-adoption-application-kamloops/

Primary Color: Black
Secondary Color: Brown
Weight: 30.8
Age: 2yrs 3mths 0wks