Annabelle is a sweet, loyal girl, with great desire to please. She comes from German lines with all of her ancestors being Shutzhund trained. She is a black-and-red, spayed female GSD, weighing about 70 lbs. We have been stopped several times by people commenting on how striking she is. She has very strong drive and loves to play ball. She is good with people and children, has basic obedience, and is crate-trained. Annabelle tends to be a little anxious when her people leave, or during thunderstorms. She enjoys playing with her 20-month-old son, but does not get along with female dogs. Her disapproval and jealousy of our 10-year-old female Lab has led to them having to be separated at all times. Unfortunately a door was unlocked and Annabelle pushed it open and made a beeline for the Lab, resulting in an emergency visit to the veterinarian for the Lab. It breaks our hearts to say goodbye to her, but realize it is time and that it is the best for all involved. She needs a new home with room to run, a family to adore, and loving arms to welcome her. E-mail erbairn@yahoo.com.
Posted: 07/11/08

Hi! My name is Bridgette. I'm an adorable German Shepherd, and was told I'm about 8 years old. A maintenance worker found me on the end of a broken chain in an abandoned building. I was then sent to a kill shelter in rural West Virginia where my time was up. On my last day, a wonderful family drove all the way from Virginia Beach and rescued me, deciding to foster me until they found the perfect home. I would love to stay with my foster family but they already have 4 dogs of their own and that makes for very tight quarters! But they are giving me everything I need, including all my shots, spaying, heart worm medicine, flea and tick prevention, toys, a new leash and collar, and lots of love and attention. I love chasing and playing catch with my new tennis ball. Most of the time I can bring it back to them after they throw it. I need a 6 ft. fence since I'm a good climber when I went to get to my family. I also counted 5 cats in this busy house and occasionally lean toward them and wag my tail. I don't mind them at all though! I love people, especially kids, and the 5-year-old twins are always wanting kisses and trying to coax me up on their beds to snuggle, but my foster mom says no because I have such good house manners. When I'm in the house I like to walk around exploring where I find a cat or two popping out at me from under beds. I like to sit by the couch with the kids and watch SpongeBob. What a funny show!! My viewing is often interrupted a million times with all different kids coming and going, but I don't bark or charge the door. My mom likes that, nice and quiet! I have no food aggression and will sit when offered a yummy treat and my Mom says good girl because I take my treat like a true lady. I'm being crate-trained and have not had one accident. I need to be an only dog in your home because I'm not a fan of other dogs taking my attention away from my family. I love being brushed and did very well with my bath. Please help me find my forever home that I'm deserving of. I know the right one for me is out there and you won't be disappointed! If you want to find out more about me, contact Rhonda at rbenedict6@cox.net or 757-343-7345.
Posted: 06/29/08

This is Bruno, a young adult male GSD mix. He was found stray in the Hyattsville area, and nobody came looking for him. He's friendly to people and other dogs, current on his shots and probably neutered by now also. For more information about Bruno, call Barbara Wilson at 301-779-4139.
Posted: 02/15/08.

Hi, my name is Cheyenne. I am only 2 but already I have been bounced around several times. I am spayed and I weigh about 60 lbs. I need a home with a family that does not have any young children and no cats. I am super-friendly with people. I also need a home with someone who has German Shepherd or similar breed experience. I need someone who knows how to be pack leader and someone who will exercise me a lot everyday. I have an abundance of energy. I am good with some dogs but not all. I like to be around friendly dogs that will let me think I am the boss but also ones that have a ton of energy and can play with me. If you would like to find out more about me my foster mommy will answer any questions that you might have. Please e-mail her at alexstrain77@aol.com. Also visit my video at http://search.petfinder.com/petnote/displaypet.cgi?petid=9777969.
Posted: 02/29/08.

Chloe is a tri-color Harrier Hound, or possibly a mix of Harrier and treeing walker coonhound. She's about 12-18 months old, spayed, house-trained, and current on her shots. She weighs about 50 lbs. She is affectionate and friendly, loves children, and gets along with most other dogs. Being a hound, she likes to follow her nose, so she will need a secure fenced yard (not an invisible fence). She is mostly a quiet dog with good house manners. To adopt Chloe, e-mail Paul at colbatguano@ntelos.net.
Posted: 08/25/08

Hi, I'm a sweet and gentle hound-shepherd mix who was born some time in 2007. I arrived at Caring For Creatures very scared and unsure of my surroundings. It turned out that the people here knew I needed some gentle TLC and patience, so that's what they gave me, and now I'm not as unsure about things as I once was. For example, I am very sure that I love spending time cuddling and going for walks. I am looking for a family that will recognize that I'm still a little sensitive to new surroundings and events, but with the right mix of patience and gentle leadership, I'll be just fine! Conrad is at Caring for Creatures, 352 Sanctuary Lane, Palmyra, VA 22963, (434) 842-2404 Fax: (434) 842-1308. http://www.caringforcreatures.com.
Posted: 08/09/08.

Holly and Cubby are a wonderful pair whose owner just died. Their caretaker really wants to find them a home together. They are both so sweet, and were the delight of their owner-- they were like her children. Holly, the German Shepherd, is a 10-year-old female, and AKC, and even won ribbons early in her life. Cubby is 6 years old, and a frisky, fun loving boy. Please help me to make their mom smile down from heaven and give these fellas a chance! God Bless! You can e-mail Robin at rockinrobinemt@aol.com or Linda at haveninhim@aol.com for information or an appliction.
Posted: 01/12/08.

This little cutie-pie is called Dinah. She's probably a redbone-beagle cross, 25 lbs., 18 months old, spayed, vaccinated, and house-trained. She was rescued from a shelter in Tennessee just hours before her time was up. She is a little shy still, but coming around and learning to enjoy human attention. The problem is that she's an escape artist ... she can scale a fence if there are footholds and will run through the electric fence if she gets an interesting scent. To adopt Dinah, please e-mail Paul at colbatguano@ntelos.net.
Posted: 06/03/08.

Gabriel is a 1-year-old shepherd mix that was picked up as a stay and no one has come to claim him. He is a really sweet dog who seems to love everybody despite his current circumstances. He seems very smart and willing to do what is asked of him. The shelter is full and Gabriel needs someone to adopt him soon! Please contact Suffolk (VA) Animal Control at 757-514-7855 to adopt Gabriel.
Posted: 07/15/08.

I am a beautiful Siberian Husky girl under the age of 2. I am a little shy at first but will warm up quickly and love to talk when I am excited. I do well with cats that are dog savvy. I love going for car rides and walk well on a leash. I also stay off of the furniture. I am crate-trained, spayed, and up to date on all my vaccines. I am house-trained, but still have an occasional accident. I am currently staying with 7 dogs and 7 cats and get along with everyone. I love to run and play, so a fenced-in yard is necessary. Please send e-mail to melonmikey@aol.com if you are interested in meeting this wonderful girl.
Posted: 07/04/08.

Kobe is a 4-year-old black-and-tan male GSD. He's a tad overweight at 126 lbs. has all his shots and is neutered. He also has AKC papers. Kobe loves people but he is said not to like other dogs, children, or cats/squirrels/bunnies etc. Kobe is located in Suitland, MD (southern PG county). To meet Kobe, please email Risa at risa223@comcast.net for more information.
Posted: 08/25/08.

Nihongo. This means hello in Japanese. Actually the name Kuma is a boy name in Japanese which means “bear”. I am the youngest but biggest (91 pounds) and strongest of the pack. Since Nancy adopted me when I was 6 months old, I have been raised with German Shepherds and as a result really don’t know that I am an Akita. I just think I am a different looking Shepherd. On March 15, 2008, I celebrated my fifth birthday. My black and silver markings are quite exquisite if I do say so myself. I guess I need to reveal my secret too. I love to sneak up on people from behind and nip them (ever so slightly). I am not sure why I do it, but I sure do get a lot of attention from doing it!!! I am in great condition and enjoy being around other dogs and children. I have a soft spot for female dogs and will let them do anything to me but I guard my resources with other male dogs, even though I am neutered. I, too, am house-trained, leash-trained and crate-trained and used to a fenced-in yard. Contact Jane on her cell phone at 703-470-6130 or via e-mail at jdmooney@bepawswecare.com for more information.
Posted: 05/03/08.

Lizzie is a sweet, around 7 year old, small-medium sized, female German Shepherd, needing an understanding, loving forever home. She was rescued from a neglect situation and needs a home where she is the only dog. She LOVEs to go on walks - squeals, turns in circles, rolls on the floor, gives hand pats, when she anticipates a walk! She loves her meals and treats. She loves car rides. She wants to be the top dog. (She has, however, enjoyed playing with a 2-year old male in her multi-dog foster home.) I think she would do best in a home with an experienced dog person. She possibly needs a yard with a high fence. She is current on her shots and is heartworm negative. Contact: Jean Colison at 301-229-0520 or Susan Rich at 301-237-0265.
Posted: 04/06/07.

Hi, my name is Max, I'm a 3-year-old, pure-bred GSD. I am a beautiful sable color and weigh 85 lbs. I am in excellent health, up-to-date on all my shots, heartworm, and veterinary exams. I'm house-trained and never need a crate, although I would gladly stay in one if I needed to. I am a full-time house dog. I've had obedience training by a personal trainer, I walk very well on a leash with a prong collar, I'm very intelligent and trainable. I get along with other dogs and love my family, a calm, stable home is the best place I like to be. My home is a little chaotic so somewhere less busy would suite me the best. I really wish I could live somewhere with a big yard or a lot of land where I could run and exercise, the only time I get to go outside now is when my mommy walks me, I wish I had someone to play with, and play ball with me. If you are in terested in meeting me please contact my parents at randysandy@comcast.net for more information.
Posted: 08/25/08.

Neela is about a year-and-a-half to 2-years-old, and very full of energy. She adores people and wants to be in the middle of everything. She likes to chase cats and small dogs. She would do better as as only dog. She's great with children but with her high energy levels, she'd be happier with older children. She can jump a four foot fence so she'd require a 6-foot privacy fence or daily walks on a leash. She walks well using a gentle leader (she's wearing a pink one in her picture). She knows how to do sit, down, focus, leave it and stay. She's crate-trained and rings a bell when she needs to go outside. She's spayed, up-to-date on all of her shots and is on monthly flea/tick and heartworm preventatives. For more information on Neela, please e-mail: happydogs@letstrainhappydogs.com or call Jaime at 865-387-6535.
Posted: 02/26/08.

Hi, my name is Rebel and my brother, Spirit, and I are looking for a special family who has the time to give us love and attention. We are happiest outside year-round and have been seen romping around in the coldest of weather, I guess we’re just built for it. Spirit and I have been together for our entire 2 1/2 years. We love children and get along with all people. Sometimes on walks we bark loudly at other dogs, but we are improving. You see, we began our lives on a 50-acre farm in North Carolina and pretty much got the run of the place. So, we’re adjusting to city-life. My favorite things to do are play catch and keep away from my brother. Jumping up into the pick up and going for nice rides (even to the dog doctor) ranks a close second. We have each been neutered and well cared for. Don’t you dare say my brother and I look just alike. Well, we may slightly resemble each other. OK, we look just alike, but our personalities could not be more distinct. Some say I am pushy and arrogant, while Spirit is shy and sensitive. I do like to soak up all the attention I can. It’s not my fault Spirit can’t push me out of the way. Whatever nice family adopts us, I do love my brother and I won’t mind if you give my less brash sibling some attention too. Just wait until you meet us, you’ll see we make perfect team and even greater members of your loving family. Contact us through our human at ransgreg@aol.com.
Posted: 05/23/08.

This handsome boy is Sage. His mother was an American Eskimo spitz, and his daddy was probably a sheltie or a border collie. Sage is about 1 year old, neutered, vaccinated, and house-trained. He weighs about 30 lbs. He is an affectionate and playful boy, but he needs to be a home with probably just one other dog, or no other dogs at all. To adopt Sage, please email Paul at colbatguano@ntelos.net.
Posted: 06/03/08.

Though Shelby is "all girl," as one CFC staff person described her, she still enjoys romping with Troy, her male companion. Her high-energy personality is tempered by her eagerness to please and listen. Despite the fact that Shelby is just a little over a year old, she has already experienced a lot in her short life. Found wandering Fluvanna County with a too-tight collar attached to a cable, she was picked up by animal control and taken to the SPCA. When their facility became too full, Caring For Creatures volunteered to take in several dogs, including Shelby. She is a 43-pound Corgi/Shepherd mix, spayed, and up to date on vaccines. Shelby simply adores attention and will actually block the exit gate of her pen so that people can't leave! So...if you're planning to come meet her (and we hope you will), know that you might be staying a while!! Shelby is at Caring for Creatures, 352 Sanctuary Lane, Palmyra, VA 22963, (434) 842-2404 Fax: (434) 842-1308. http://www.caringforcreatures.com.
Posted: 08/09/08.

Starsky is a sweet-natured dog with just a hint of shyness which makes him all that more lovable. He is such an all-around agreeable fella, he would get along in just about any household. While he likes to play and enjoys going on walks, he is just as content cuddling with someone or snoozing on a favorite bed. Starsky gets along fine with other dogs and would make a wonderful companion to another friendly canine. When visitors come to the sanctuary, he can be seen scurrying around for his kong toy to put in his mouth as that is one of his favorite things to do and he knows he looks mighty cute doing it! Starsky is about four and a half years old, neutered, and up to date on vaccines. He has a wonderful big heart and is looking for that special someone to share it with. Starsky is at Caring for Creatures, 352 Sanctuary Lane, Palmyra, VA 22963, (434) 842-2404 Fax: (434) 842-1308. http://www.caringforcreatures.com.
Posted: 08/09/08.

Susie is a female German Shepherd Dog mix in her prime; we think about 4, up-to-date on vaccines and spayed. She is making progress on the leash, and other basic comands. Susie is energetic and protective, likes to ride in vehicles and does well on the road and could make a good long haul companion with enough playtime at pit stops. She is dreaming about her very own person to go jogging or cuddle on the couch. Having a heaping helping of GSD in her genes she needs to stay busy and must have exercise. She is learning to play and took a liking to squeaky stuffed toys. She is choosy about her K9 friends, she tolerates our toy and bone stealing Chihuahua mix, :) but is aggressive towards others. Her prey instinct is strong so cats are a no-no. She is getting along with teens, but is too exuberant for young children. If you are looking for a partner call her foster mom Stefi on 540-745-2667 or contact her via e-mail at Stefanie.Schafer@gmail.com for more information.
Posted: 10/18/06.