More about Max

Max is a stunning two-year-old shepherd mix and the definition of a loyal buddy. At around 60 pounds, he may seem a little cautious or reserved at first, but give him some time and he’ll show you his true self—a true family member who loves being involved in your life, bringing energy, snuggles, and deep, soulful stares.Max is house-trained and makes for a great roommate. He's welcome to free-roam in most of the house including when he's home alone, respectful of gated areas. He goes in and out of his large, open kennel throughout the day, occasionally closed in. Otherwise, he's watching passersby, or on the lookout for bunnies and squirrels!He's happy to let you know when it's time to play—he'll start weaving in and out of your legs before going for a walk. He LOVES playing fetch in the fenced yard, though a fence may not be required with proper training. Indoors, he likes chew toys, stuffies, and snuggling on the bed.Max has lived with another dog before and loves to play! He settles in very easily when meeting other dogs, and would likely do well with another dog in the home given a proper introduction. He has not been tested with cats.With the right structure and some extra love, Max will thrive in his forever home. This handsome boy is ready to join the family!Here is a video to learn more: https://www.flexclip.com/share/3552797CvG1geascrHzFxBexFQ9dzcnP6sQM9V3.htmlIf you are interested in this dog, fill out an application at this link to get the ball rolling - https://pethavenmn.org/adopt/adoptable-dogs/dog-adoption-application/The adoption fee is $450. Adoption fee includes spay/neuter, heartworm/Lyme test, all age-appropriate vaccinations (distemper, rabies, and Bordetella), heartworm and flea/tick preventatives, and microchip implant (including registration). Adoption fees INCLUDE a mandatory sales tax of 7.525%. Age and breed are based on veterinarian and intake professional’s recommendation and not guaranteed as a rescue animal’s history is often unknown. Due to post-adoption services provided, we prefer to adopt within a 150-mile radius of the Twin Cities. However, we will consider up to 250 miles if the foster agrees to travel requirements and staff approval.