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I Wanted a High Energy Dog
Now my Days are Much Fuller
About three months ago I got my Covid Puppy.
I chose a high-energy breed because I love being outdoors and I wanted a hiking buddy.
I considered Golden Retrievers, Standard Poodles, Black Labs and German Shepherds. All active and intelligent breeds.
I didn’t look at Rough Collies, even though I love them, however. Because my last dog, Annie, was a collie and it was too soon for me to have another.
Since I believe in rescuing pets, I checked out local rescue organizations for a dog that would work. That’s how I ended up with Snowy, a 6 month old white German Shepherd.
He was terrified when he arrived at my house. He’d spent his whole life in an outdoor pen and wasn’t sure what to make of being inside. I tried to persuade him with treats, but he ignored them. Finally, I just picked him up, all 60 pounds, and lifted him over the threshold. He lay there cowering while I brought him water and gently petted him.
An hour later, he was rambunctiously filling the house with his mad puppy energy.
He’s a handful, and I love him. He’s been amazingly good. No potty accidents in the 3 months I’ve had him. No aggression towards the cat, who tolerates his licking her. He’s never jumped on my…
