Sadie Shep

Meet Sadie!
Sadie is a stunning German Shepherd mix with a heart full of love, a passion for tennis balls, and a personality that is absolutely worth waiting for! This beautiful girl may be a little shy when you first meet her, but underneath that cautious exterior is the happiest, wiggliest, goofiest dog who just wants to love her people and play with her furry friends.

Sadie’s absolute favorite thing in the world is playing with other dogs! She makes canine friends easily and loves nothing more than running, wrestling, chasing, and bouncing around with her buddies, but also understands boundaries if a dog wants to say, “no thanks, I don’t want to play.” She would especially thrive with a confident, outgoing canine sibling who can show her the ropes. She also lives peacefully with cats and isn’t particularly interested in them.

Sadie is also a very smart girl with excellent house manners. She is fully house-trained, potty-trained, and crate-trained, knows basic commands, and is wonderfully food-motivated. She currently lives with two adults and their baby and does well in a family environment. As with adults, children should give her the space and time she needs to feel comfortable before expecting interaction.

A securely fenced yard is a must, as she can be a flight risk when frightened by unfamiliar sights or sounds.

Most of all, Sadie needs someone who understands that the best relationships sometimes take a little time. Once she realizes she’s safe, she’ll reward that patience with a lifetime of love.

History
Sadie’s early history is not fully known, but her cautious nature suggests that the world hasn’t always been an easy place for her. She came to IAR from a rural shelter and is continuing to build confidence in her foster home, where predictable routines, gentle encouragement, and the companionship of other dogs have helped her feel increasingly safe and comfortable.

Health
Sadie is a healthy, active girl who is up-to-date on vaccines, heartworm negative, and will soon be microchipped and spayed.

Physical
Sadie is a gorgeous German Shepherd mix with the expressive features and intelligent, alert appearance characteristic of the breed. She’s a beautiful girl inside and out!