More about DEMPSEY

*I am currrently in foster! Please contact the shelter if you'd like to meet me!*Meet Dempsey – Your Smart, Snuggly Sidekick! Looking for a loyal best friend with brains and good looks? Let us introduce you to Dempsey, our handsome 3-year-old German Shepherd mix who is ready to find his perfect person.Dempsey is incredibly smart and loves having a job to do. Whether it’s chasing a ball, learning new tricks, or exploring the great outdoors, this guy thrives when his mind and body stay active. A home that can provide plenty of physical exercise and mental enrichment will help Dempsey shine. But don’t let his athletic side fool you—Dempsey is also a world-class cuddle champion. After a good play session, he’s more than happy to curl up on the couch and soak up all the snuggles he can get. He loves playing ball and running around in the snow, making winter his personal playground.Dempsey has been patiently waiting at the shelter for quite some time, and we would love to see him finally head home with someone who understands and appreciates him. Because Dempsey is such a smart and driven dog, he will do best with a confident, experienced handler who can set clear boundaries and provide structure. With consistent guidance and leadership, Dempsey thrives and is able to make the best choices and show off what an amazing companion he can be.What Dempsey is looking for in a home: An experienced dog owner (breed experience preferred), A firm but loving handler who will provide structure and boundaries, A home without other animals, No young childrenSomeone committed to giving him the exercise, structure, and enrichment he needs Because Dempsey forms strong bonds and we want to make sure it’s the perfect match, multiple meet-and-greets will be required. If you’re looking for a loyal, intelligent companion who will play hard, love deeply, and keep you warm during couch snuggles, Dempsey just might be your guy!If this dog has been successful in our play groups it is not a guarantee that a dog will be social with other dogs in their home or in public settings. Dogs are individuals and have personality conflicts, just like us. Play groups do not guarantee that territorial or resource guarding issues will not surface in the home. While play groups do help us get to know the dog's better, once they are adopted their new environments and new relationships will influence their behavior in ways we cannot predict.The Adoption Fee Includes:- initial canine distemper combination vaccination- first worming or stool check- rabies vaccination (for animals over 3 months of age)- 24 Petwatch microchipping- flea treatment/preventative- spaying or neutering-heartworm testingAdoption fee: $135.00Per state law, ALL ADOPTERS must purchase a non-refundable 2025 dog license at time of adoption for any canine three months and older. The cost of the license is $9.20. (Senior Citizen or Person with Disability-$7.20)Leash and collar included