Owner Referral Dogs
We have great sympathy for people who must give up their dogs. It’s heartbreaking all around and devastating for the dog. We have provided this page for those people who wish to rehome their own dogs themselves, or for dogs that we can't take into our program. We will also list dogs for smaller, independent rescues and law enforcement agencies.
Owners
For information on listing your dog with us, please go to our
Owner Information page.
Adopters
We have not seen or evaluated these dogs. We make no representation and take no responsibility for the health or temperament of the dogs listed on this page. Please contact the owner directly if you're interested in one of these dogs.
For helpful information on adopting a dog, please see Adopter Information
below the dog listings. And let us know if you find a match!
Dog Listings
Fia
Fia's 10th birthday is coming up in October but you would never guess she is that old from her actions. She is like so many of us who may be getting older but refuse to grow up. Give her a 1 year old puppy to play with, and she will not only hold her own, but will give the little darling a run for their money. She loves long walks, rides in the car or just hanging out with her people.
This is a Level 2 Dog.
Added September 19, 2011
This dog is with California Animal Rescue.
For more information,
contact:
Sue Bunte at 707-225-5033
Garda
Garda is appropriately named. She is not a barker, and she has been very sweet to everyone she has met but let something happen outside that's worth barking at she will alert you to the event. Garda is a stout, physically strong girl, who could benefit from diet, exercise and obedience training.
This is a Level 3 Dog.
NO CATS.
Added September 19, 2011
This dog is with California Animal Rescue.
For more information,
contact:
Sue Bunte at 707-225-5033
Maryjane
Maryjane is about as classic a German Shepherd as you can find. Incredibly intelligent, confident, high energy, loyal, loving, funny, playful . . .Oh, and did we say beautiful? Her classic good looks and graceful movement are a joy to behold.
Give this 2 year old youngster the guidance she needs and she will become a fantastic family member. A little obedience training and consistent handling will turn this girl into a model citizen.
This is a Level 2 Dog
Added November 17, 2011
This dog is with California Animal Rescue.
For more information,
contact:
Sue Bunte at 707-225-5033
Adopter Information
When you inquire about a dog, more details on the following issues might be helpful in deciding whether this dog is right for you. Questions you might ask the owner are:
- Why are you giving up the dog?
- Has the dog ever bitten, nipped or 'gone after' anyone?
- Does the dog have any health problems? Who is the vet? May I contact him/her?
- Where did you get the dog? Does the dog have papers?
- Does the dog have any training? Is the dog housebroken? Crate trained?
- Is the dog left alone for long periods? What does the dog do? Bark? Dig? Chew?
- Is the dog an inside or outside dog? Where does the dog sleep?
- How does the dog behave with adults, children?
- Other dogs? Cats?
- Is the dog mellow? calm? energetic? protective? affectionate?
The benefits of a German Shepherd—loyalty, protectiveness and eagerness, to name a few—come from careful obedience training and authority. Everyone in the household must be prepared to show “authority” and earn the dog’s respect with a firm but loving touch. They do not respond to negativity or anger. Once achieved, this respect may need to be earned again and again.