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Princess10 · 11-11-2011, 08:46 AM

I look at the pet ads on CL every time I'm on & today I came across this:

FREE WHITE GERMAN SHEPHERD TO A GOOD HOME WITH A FENCED YARD
I have a large (80lbs), loving white German shepherd who is 1 1/2 years old. He has been an amazing friend and family member to me and unfortunately after moving into an apartment he has become a handful and lunged at my neighbor and now I am being forced to give him up. Writing this ad brings tears to my eyes because I don't want to lose him, but it's either that or be homeless. He is a family member to me so PLEASE serious inquires only and also please have a house with a yard (preferably fenced) that he is able to run around and be a happy dog with out having to be restrained anymore. He has never been around young children so I don't know how he will be if you have children but he gets along extremely well with other dogs, loves playing tug of war and is happy with a tennis ball and pig ear. If you have another dog he will fit right in. He is fully house trained and knows many commands (sit, down, shake, bring it etc...). Because I have never done this before I ask that if you are interested in adopting him that you will allow me to meet you and make sure he is going to a loving home and will be in a place that he will not have to move or lose an owner again. I DO NOT WANT MY DOG TO END UP BEING ALONE OR UNLOVED AND GIVEN AWAY AGAIN SO PLEASE MAKE SURE THAT IF YOU AGREE TO TAKE HIM IT WILL BE PERMANENT! I live in Kalamazoo but I am willing to drive to any location if you are the right fit for him. His name is George and can be a goofball but it loyal and will follow you everywhere and does alot of things to make you smile. Please email me with any questions you may have and included a phone number so that I may call you back and you can even set up a time to meet him.

For one, it is sad to see someone have to give up their pet. It does concern me that this dog may go to a home with another dog or a child. This has not been a one time incident and has happened to several different types of people & dogs, the ad is sooo misleading that it's only happened to one neighbor. I pray something good comes of this.

Cherie6446 · 11-11-2011, 09:09 AM

There is a spray called "muzzle" and you can buy it online. Just google something like "dog deterent". I would carry it with me every time I left the apartment. It is like mace but for dogs and it is legal to use. After spraying the dog you should spray the owner!
Cherie

My lil friend · 11-11-2011, 09:33 AM

I dont feel sorry for the owner,but she does sound like this dog mean alot to her. She could move instead of giving her dog away. She does have choises. She could of chosen to seek out a behavior trainer.

BlueBelle · 11-11-2011, 10:30 AM

Well I think find out the company who insures the apartment complex and put them on notice. They will for sure make sure this gets taken care of. Money talks!!

Britster · 11-11-2011, 01:17 PM

I'm sorry you are dealing with this.

He is a very beautiful dog. A lot of dogs are leash reactive and aren't truly aggressive, but when it's coming from a big dog, it often looks worse of course. Not saying it's right -- but I've read alot about people on here and Yorkies who bark like crazy at the window and lunge on the leash at other dogs, but they are not truly dog aggressive, there is a difference.

Have you ever seen this dog in a setting off leash with people or other dogs? It may very well be friendly with dogs and people. I dogsit a Rottweiler who has a leash reactive problem sometimes, he gets overexcited and barks when he sees another dog approaching on leash, but he's very dog friendly and goes to the dog park every week and gets along with Jackson. But he can look very intimidating to a person of course. It's something that just needs to be worked on with some training (which I help the owners with, and he's improved a lot).

I hope the situation gets worked out. It sounds like she doesn't care enough about the dog to get it the proper training and is taking the easy way out by rehoming, which is sad.

He'd probably be a fantastic dog in the right hands.

Princess10 · 11-11-2011, 03:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Britster

I'm sorry you are dealing with this.

He is a very beautiful dog. A lot of dogs are leash reactive and aren't truly aggressive, but when it's coming from a big dog, it often looks worse of course. Not saying it's right -- but I've read alot about people on here and Yorkies who bark like crazy at the window and lunge on the leash at other dogs, but they are not truly dog aggressive, there is a difference.

Have you ever seen this dog in a setting off leash with people or other dogs? It may very well be friendly with dogs and people. I dogsit a Rottweiler who has a leash reactive problem sometimes, he gets overexcited and barks when he sees another dog approaching on leash, but he's very dog friendly and goes to the dog park every week and gets along with Jackson. But he can look very intimidating to a person of course. It's something that just needs to be worked on with some training (which I help the owners with, and he's improved a lot).

I hope the situation gets worked out. It sounds like she doesn't care enough about the dog to get it the proper training and is taking the easy way out by rehoming, which is sad.

He'd probably be a fantastic dog in the right hands.

I've never seen him off leash as there's no place here for it. Princess is one of those dogs that barks like a big bad a$$ on the leash but will submit otherwise. But it hasn't just been a problem with her or other dogs, he's went after me, the maint. man and even lunged at my door at least twice when Princess wasn't near it. I do feel sorry for him and the girl, but if it was me and I was warned I'd at least muzzle my dog in the meantime of trying to correct the issue. Now he may end up with someone unsuspecting & it could turn out a lot worse in the end.

maggiefromnj · 11-14-2011, 09:48 PM

I would be worried for my safety and my pup's as well. You don't know the circumstance that brought her to you apt complex, but it's possible she was forced to downsize.Has she been there long? That poor dog may have been used to a yard and lots of exercise. Maybe there was a divorce or someone got a new job. I bet the big dog does not get nearly enough exercise. A dog like that is not an apt. dog. I do think that lack or exercise/stimulation etc can cause a dog to act out. Not sure if I'm right. I hope I'm right, because then the right home might mean he can live with other dogs. I hate that I have neighbors who think they don't need to walk their dog just because their yard is fenced (1/4 acre lots- ssorted size dogs). My girl doesn't NEED the exercise, she can get enough in the house, but I know she likes the mental stimulation she gets on her walk.

I would never adopt a large dog if I had a small one. Accident waiting to happen. We have some "nice" large dogs around me, labs etc, but one misplaced playful pounce and my baby would be smashed. She sure likes to tease them though. She runs up barks at them and takes off behind me to the end of her retractable leash.

Anyway, I was just saying SHE might not be in a position financially to move, so giving up the dog is all she can do. SOunds like she is not equipped to handle him anyway. Meanwhile, keep up your guard and your distance and hopefully it works out.

yorkietalkjilly · 11-15-2011, 07:33 AM

Aside from the tried and true old big black unbrella which has deterred every GSD, pitbull or Lab I have come against, I would invest in a stun gun for such close quarter problems. Just the click of it in the air - that forceful electronic sound is fully charged with sufficient deterrant to take the fangs out of most dogs' attitudes. In talking with people who rescue dozens of pits (some of them actual ex-fighting pitbulls) every few months, they say you rarely have to use the device - even on pits in a dogfight in the rescue yard. I think the one guy said he only had one fighting male that didn't respond to it and he was a true ex-dogfighting pitfull schooled to fight on in spite of pain and fear, probably not a reaction you would ever get from your neighbor's pet GSD.

They say just the sound of it is very intimidating to even the fiercest dog. Now this is not the police taser thing that has those electrodes and wires and such but the electronic zapper that has a very strong electronic current. And if the dog still keeps coming at your Princess, you may actually have to use it on him.

LunasMomma · 11-15-2011, 03:12 PM

Just wondering if you've seen the dog since? I really hope that she's honest with whoever does adopt him, or he'll end up in a shelter for sure

He just needs some training and consistency. Also not a good breed for apartment living unless the owner is super-dedicated to making sure that the dog gets many long walks and playtime at a dog park.

I agree with the post about finding out who insures the building and getting into their ear. This is a continuing and multiple complaint problem, and if they don't do something about it, and someone gets hurt, a lawsuit is sure to follow. And the poor dog would probably be destroyed.

Glad you and Princess are okay, but sorry you have to be scared on your own "turf". Hope it gets settled soon.

11-11-2011, 08:46 AM	#16
Princess10 Banning Queen Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Home of the Kalamazoo Wings, MI. Posts: 3,122	I look at the pet ads on CL every time I'm on & today I came across this: FREE WHITE GERMAN SHEPHERD TO A GOOD HOME WITH A FENCED YARD I have a large (80lbs), loving white German shepherd who is 1 1/2 years old. He has been an amazing friend and family member to me and unfortunately after moving into an apartment he has become a handful and lunged at my neighbor and now I am being forced to give him up. Writing this ad brings tears to my eyes because I don't want to lose him, but it's either that or be homeless. He is a family member to me so PLEASE serious inquires only and also please have a house with a yard (preferably fenced) that he is able to run around and be a happy dog with out having to be restrained anymore. He has never been around young children so I don't know how he will be if you have children but he gets along extremely well with other dogs, loves playing tug of war and is happy with a tennis ball and pig ear. If you have another dog he will fit right in. He is fully house trained and knows many commands (sit, down, shake, bring it etc...). Because I have never done this before I ask that if you are interested in adopting him that you will allow me to meet you and make sure he is going to a loving home and will be in a place that he will not have to move or lose an owner again. I DO NOT WANT MY DOG TO END UP BEING ALONE OR UNLOVED AND GIVEN AWAY AGAIN SO PLEASE MAKE SURE THAT IF YOU AGREE TO TAKE HIM IT WILL BE PERMANENT! I live in Kalamazoo but I am willing to drive to any location if you are the right fit for him. His name is George and can be a goofball but it loyal and will follow you everywhere and does alot of things to make you smile. Please email me with any questions you may have and included a phone number so that I may call you back and you can even set up a time to meet him. For one, it is sad to see someone have to give up their pet. It does concern me that this dog may go to a home with another dog or a child. This has not been a one time incident and has happened to several different types of people & dogs, the ad is sooo misleading that it's only happened to one neighbor. I pray something good comes of this. __________________ For The Night Is Dark & Full Of Terriers

11-11-2011, 09:09 AM	#17
Cherie6446 YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: SoCA Posts: 1,895	There is a spray called "muzzle" and you can buy it online. Just google something like "dog deterent". I would carry it with me every time I left the apartment. It is like mace but for dogs and it is legal to use. After spraying the dog you should spray the owner! Cherie __________________ RIP my darling little Gina

11-11-2011, 01:17 PM	#20
Britster Action Jackson ♥ Donating Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Maryland Posts: 17,815	I'm sorry you are dealing with this. He is a very beautiful dog. A lot of dogs are leash reactive and aren't truly aggressive, but when it's coming from a big dog, it often looks worse of course. Not saying it's right -- but I've read alot about people on here and Yorkies who bark like crazy at the window and lunge on the leash at other dogs, but they are not truly dog aggressive, there is a difference. Have you ever seen this dog in a setting off leash with people or other dogs? It may very well be friendly with dogs and people. I dogsit a Rottweiler who has a leash reactive problem sometimes, he gets overexcited and barks when he sees another dog approaching on leash, but he's very dog friendly and goes to the dog park every week and gets along with Jackson. But he can look very intimidating to a person of course. It's something that just needs to be worked on with some training (which I help the owners with, and he's improved a lot). I hope the situation gets worked out. It sounds like she doesn't care enough about the dog to get it the proper training and is taking the easy way out by rehoming, which is sad. He'd probably be a fantastic dog in the right hands. __________________ ~ Brit & Lights! Camera! Jackson! CGC ETD TKP ~ Follow Jackson on Instagram: https://instagram.com/jacksontheterrier Last edited by Britster; 11-11-2011 at 01:19 PM.

11-15-2011, 07:33 AM	#23
yorkietalkjilly ♥ Love My Tibbe! ♥ Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: D/FW, Texas Posts: 22,140	Aside from the tried and true old big black unbrella which has deterred every GSD, pitbull or Lab I have come against, I would invest in a stun gun for such close quarter problems. Just the click of it in the air - that forceful electronic sound is fully charged with sufficient deterrant to take the fangs out of most dogs' attitudes. In talking with people who rescue dozens of pits (some of them actual ex-fighting pitbulls) every few months, they say you rarely have to use the device - even on pits in a dogfight in the rescue yard. I think the one guy said he only had one fighting male that didn't respond to it and he was a true ex-dogfighting pitfull schooled to fight on in spite of pain and fear, probably not a reaction you would ever get from your neighbor's pet GSD. They say just the sound of it is very intimidating to even the fiercest dog. Now this is not the police taser thing that has those electrodes and wires and such but the electronic zapper that has a very strong electronic current. And if the dog still keeps coming at your Princess, you may actually have to use it on him. __________________ Jeanie and Tibbe One must do the best one can. You may get some marks for a very imperfect answer: you will certainly get none for leaving the question alone. C. S. Lewis

11-15-2011, 03:12 PM	#24
LunasMomma Izzy's Momma Too! Donating Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Stuart, Florida Posts: 8,799	Just wondering if you've seen the dog since? I really hope that she's honest with whoever does adopt him, or he'll end up in a shelter for sure He just needs some training and consistency. Also not a good breed for apartment living unless the owner is super-dedicated to making sure that the dog gets many long walks and playtime at a dog park. I agree with the post about finding out who insures the building and getting into their ear. This is a continuing and multiple complaint problem, and if they don't do something about it, and someone gets hurt, a lawsuit is sure to follow. And the poor dog would probably be destroyed. Glad you and Princess are okay, but sorry you have to be scared on your own "turf". Hope it gets settled soon. __________________ Tracy, Mom to Izzy and Luna Last edited by LunasMomma; 11-15-2011 at 03:14 PM.

11-11-2011, 09:33 AM	#18
My lil friend Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: FtWorth,TX,USA Posts: 3,269	I dont feel sorry for the owner,but she does sound like this dog mean alot to her. She could move instead of giving her dog away. She does have choises. She could of chosen to seek out a behavior trainer.

11-11-2011, 10:30 AM	#19
BlueBelle Donating YT Addict Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Alpharetta, GA, USA Posts: 1,190	Well I think find out the company who insures the apartment complex and put them on notice. They will for sure make sure this gets taken care of. Money talks!!

11-14-2011, 09:48 PM	#22
maggiefromnj YT Addict Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: nj Posts: 497	I would be worried for my safety and my pup's as well. You don't know the circumstance that brought her to you apt complex, but it's possible she was forced to downsize.Has she been there long? That poor dog may have been used to a yard and lots of exercise. Maybe there was a divorce or someone got a new job. I bet the big dog does not get nearly enough exercise. A dog like that is not an apt. dog. I do think that lack or exercise/stimulation etc can cause a dog to act out. Not sure if I'm right. I hope I'm right, because then the right home might mean he can live with other dogs. I hate that I have neighbors who think they don't need to walk their dog just because their yard is fenced (1/4 acre lots- ssorted size dogs). My girl doesn't NEED the exercise, she can get enough in the house, but I know she likes the mental stimulation she gets on her walk. I would never adopt a large dog if I had a small one. Accident waiting to happen. We have some "nice" large dogs around me, labs etc, but one misplaced playful pounce and my baby would be smashed. She sure likes to tease them though. She runs up barks at them and takes off behind me to the end of her retractable leash. Anyway, I was just saying SHE might not be in a position financially to move, so giving up the dog is all she can do. SOunds like she is not equipped to handle him anyway. Meanwhile, keep up your guard and your distance and hopefully it works out.