LAKEPORT, Calif. – A handsome male German Shepherd mix is waiting at Lake County Animal Care and Control for the chance at a new home for 2016.
The young dog, estimated to be about 3 years old, was found as a stray on Clover Valley Road in Upper Lake, according to shelter staff.
He has a silver and black coat with white markings on his face and chin that indicate he isn't a purebred shepherd but is mixed with another breed, possibly with husky or malamute.
Shelter staff said he weighs 84 pounds and is neutered.
The shelter's evaluator noted he does not have food aggression and is good with other dogs. However, he is not recommended for a home with cats.
He is very smart, friendly and energetic, has some basic obedience training, and with more training would be an excellent companion and has a lot of potential, the evaluator said.
He has been neutered and vaccinated.
The big shepherd is in kennel No. 22, ID No. 4116.
There are many other dogs needing homes at the shelter, which is full as the year draws to a close.
To fill out an adoption application online visit http://www.co.lake.ca.us/Government/Directory/Animal_Care_And_Control/Adopt/Dog___Cat_Adoption_Application.htm .
Lake County Animal Care and Control is located at 4949 Helbush in Lakeport, next to the Hill Road Correctional Facility.
Office hours are Monday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., and 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday. The shelter is open from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday and on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Visit the shelter online at http://www.co.lake.ca.us/Government/Directory/Animal_Care_And_Control.htm .
For more information call Lake County Animal Care and Control at 707-263-0278.
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Dogs needing homes: Shepherd in silver and black
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