179456 Diesel (Off Site Foster)

German Shepherd Dog | Chesapeake, VA

AdultMaleLargeBrown/Chocolate

About

Meet 179456 Diesel (Off Site Foster)

DIESEL - 4 years old, 67 pounds, house trained, dog social, lived with a cat Diesel ended up behind bars due to no fault of his own. He is a 4 year old playful and active boy who lived with other dogs and a kitty. Sporting a mostly tan body (probably a little thin even) with long lean legs and a black muzzle, he is nervous in the shelter. To be fair, many dogs are nervous in the beginning. It just takes a short bit of time to warm up to new people and dogs. He was almost perfect when meeting the other playgroup dogs, sniffing appropriately, backing off if another dog corrected him, and also initiating play with play bows and gentle taps on others' back with his paw. Super cute! A few times he got excited when he ran to me and jumped up placing both paws on my chest! He stood just about as tall as me, too! You better be ready for kisses! Diesel can be trusted roaming freely around with his family. He is used to being limited to a room when left alone. We are told he also might have an accident and/or cry or whine when left alone. He loves going for walks and was walked several times daily in his previous home.  Diesel will be that boy who follows you around. He wants to be close to you. He wants your attention and he wants your love. It's easy to give all of these to a sweet boy like Diesel! He is currently in a back kennel so if you come in to meet him and don't see him, please just ask.

Adoption Process
1.Persons interested in adopting an animal are encouraged to visit the Care & Adoption Center. Some animals can go home right away, where others must be held for a few days before they can be released. Available adoptable animals are publicly viewable during our normal business hours. 2.All citizens regardless of City of residence are welcome to adopt spayed or neutered dogs and cats from the Animal Care & Adoption Center. All dogs and cats available for adoption through the shelter will be spayed or neutered prior to adopter possession. 3.All dogs and cats adopted from our Care & Adoption Center are given their vaccinations including rabies vaccination. Dogs are heartworm tested and cats are tested for FIV/Feline Leukemia. It is recommended that all adopters have their new pet examined by a licensed veterinarian within 10 days of adoption. Routine health care for the life of your pet is very important. It is vitally important for adopters to locate a veterinarian/veterinary establishment for continued care. Adopters can visit​​ the Department of Health Professions website to assist in locating a licensed veterinarian. Virginia Beach Animal Care and Adoption Center takes the adoption of a pet very seriously and wants to help adopters and the new pet make a smooth transition into the home. If you are considering pet adoption, we encourage you to ask questions of our staff in order to make the best decision for your family. Pet ownership is a life-long responsibility. 4.Persons who reside in Virginia Beach are required to purchase a Virginia Beach City License at the time of adoption. 5.In order to adopt, interested adopters will complete a species specific adoption questionnaire/application and all dogs and cats already owned by the potential adopter are required to be current on rabies vaccines and City license (if applicable in the City of residence) at the time of adoption from the VBACAC. 6.Persons who reside in a rental property are required to show proof that the animal being adopted is permitted at residence. 7.Persons with a prior conviction of animal cruelty, failure to provide adequate care, or domestic violence related offenses will not be permitted to adopt from the VBACAC.

Contact
Virginia Beach Animal Care and Adoption Center
(757) 385-4444
[email protected]
http://www.vbgov.com