Kaley had an unfortunate beginning to her short life. She was spotted on the 1-4 exit to Kaley West by a passerby by several weeks ago. The animal lover watched everyday on her commute to work the small puppy forage for food and shelter stuck between the 2 major highways. After attempting to catch the dog several times by hand the rescuer knew she need some backup. With the help of some wonderful volunteers and a trap they rescued the poor puppy from most certain death! This poor baby is so cute and sweet although very shy and scared! She was full of fleas and worms but has now been freshly bathed and dewormed! We hope to find a wonderful home that will teach her how to live in a home with people who love and cherish her!

 

***According to dogbreedinfo.com, in April 1899, Capt. Max von Stephanitz registered a dog named Horan as the first Deutsche Schäferhunde, which means German Shepherd Dog in English. Known for their tremendous loyalty and courage, they are calmly confident, but not hostile. This breed needs his people and should not be left isolated for long periods of time. They only bark when it is necessary. Serious and almost human in his intelligence, they have a high learning ability. The breed is so intelligent and learns so readily that it has been used as a sheepdog, guard dog, in police work, as a guide for the blind, in search and rescue service, and in the military. The German Shepherd also excels in many other dog activities including schutzhund, tracking, obedience, agility, flyball, and ring sport. His fine nose can sniff out drugs and intruders, and can alert handlers to the presence of underground mines in time to avoid detonation, or gas leaks in a pipes buried 15 feet underground. A quick daily brushing is best unless hair in the house is not a problem. They should be bathed rarely, only once or twice a year to avoid skin oil depletion. Shepherds have a life expectancy around 13 years.