Roscoe

“Hi there! Nice to meet you, my name is Roscoe. I am what is considered a “young senior”, being only 9 years old. I am a black German Shepherd who weighs 107 pounds. I am a big boy with a big heart to match.

“I have lived my life with another dog but we are soon to part ways as our family has become broken. It is sad but what would be sadder is if both or one of us had to go to a shelter. My friend has already found what sounds like an adoptive home so now it’s my turn. Will you help me find a home?

“When meeting new dogs, I need to be introduced properly. If you hold me back while I am on leash, it may mean I get more pushy about meeting a potential new friend. However, because of my size I can be intimidating to other dogs so it’s best if the humans sort out a meeting ahead of time to make the best chance for a good match. Since I’ve always lived with another dog, it may be very nice to gain another new friend. I’ve always been good with cats so if you have cats who aren’t afraid of dogs, they may enjoy my company. I’ve lived with children and while I’ve been a good boy around the youngins, I much prefer older kids who won’t try to pull upon me or ride me like a horse. Gentle children can be such nice family members!

“I am accustomed to staying in my crate when the humans need to leave the house. I can manage a few hours between potty breaks. When you get home, I can’t wait to get out to greet you and then do my business outside. During the day when people are around and at bedtime, I have an ottoman I sleep on. Maybe you have furniture that I can sleep on too? I don’t think I can bring my ottoman along with me.

“As I mentioned before I can get a little excitable while on leash and I see another dog. For this reason I don’t go for many walks but maybe you have experience with dogs like me and can help me learn how to have better manners? I’d enjoy more exercise. Just be sure you can manage my size and strength! I’d hate to accidentally pull someone over. In my fenced yard I love to play fetch! Maybe you have a fenced yard I can go out into too? I will bark to alert you someone has arrived to our house. That tends to keep the bad people away! While I may sound scary I’m really just a BIG love bug!!

“My human will tell you I am a friendly guy who loves to meet new people. I am a great cuddler and I want to be your best friend! It’s time to start the next chapter of my life and I’m hoping to find someone who can keep and take care of me forever.”

Roscoe is located in Vancouver, WA. For contact information please email: referrals@olddoghaven.org

This is a courtesy post. Roscoe is not an Old Dog Haven dog. Old Dog Haven has not assessed this dog for medical issues and will not be responsible for medical care after adoption. We urge prospective adopters to do their own evaluation.