Harlan is a handsome red-and-black GSD that attracts attention from all who meet him. He is a big boy (about 90 pounds now, and will top out at about 100 pounds), with a tall frame and a large head. He is about 3 years old, neutered, and will be a constant companion to someone who can give him love, hugs, and a warm place to lie. Harlan has very good indoor manners and is fully house-trained. He is a little too interested in felines, and should go to a cat-free home. He gets along well with most other dogs, but hes more interested in human than canine companionship. Hes likely had some obedience training his past, and responds well to firmly given commands. He is big and strong, and should best be adopted by someone with some GSD experience. Harlan lives near Charlottesville, VA. Please e-mail his foster home at vadogrescue@aol.com if you are interested in this beautiful boy.

Although donations of all types are needed, our primary need is foster homes for our lovely dogs while they wait for their new family to find them. Fostering is an extremely rewarding experience. Vet care is paid for by our rescue, and we can even provide you with food. All YOU need to add is love and security.

The adoption process starts with the applicant filling out the adoption application. This can happen at any time during the process, before or after having met a GSD that might be the ideal companion. (It's an advantage to have a pre-approved application on file with VGSR. It should be stressed here that being pre-approved does not mean that any potential adopter can select any available dog at will and take that dog home immediately. VGSR will exercise its best judgement as to which GSD will be the best match for that specific adopter based on a number of qualifying criteria. Many GSDs that come to us are matched up with their new people very quickly because their people have been pre-approved.) The applicant then submits the application form with a non-refundable $10.00 processing fee. VGSR reviews the application, then schedules an interview and home visit during which a number of questions are asked and the home is reviewed to be sure there is a contained/safe yard, and to meet the family involved. Once the application is approved, the applicant is asked to submit a $200.00 donation to VGSR, and the adoption is completed.

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