Ari

Hi there! My name's Ari, and I'm a 1.5 year-old German Shepherd girl with just a hint of Doberman. I'm a svelte 60 lbs and have a sleek black coat with tan tinted toes/feet and ginormous ears. I am super cute! I'm a really sweet girl and love attention and I absolutely LOVE exploring the world around me! Going on walks is my absolute favorite thingI just can't get enough of all the wonderful smells! Sometimes I get a bit too enthusiastic and pull on the leash, but I'm learning to respect the leash a bit more (and my human's arm). I didn't get the greatest chance to meet new people in my prior home and I can be a bit cautious sometimes but I'm learning that new poeple are fun. I really like to approach on my own, when I'm ready to say hi. I'm sure you can relate! I'm pretty friendly with other dogs and like meeting dogs that are calm and easy going. I have gone on walks with Stan and Jackson and we have a blast together! Stan and I go on walks together all the time and I would really like to play but he's just not into it. I am learning to play appropriately as it's all new to me and sometimes I get a bit excited and come on too strong but I'm a quick learner and really just want to learn to play. I'm working on being more gentle and respectful during playtime. I grew up with a cat so I might be able to live with one. I don't think I have a desire to chase things but I'm curious. I'm especially curious about smelling EVERYTHING and sometimes I get a little too grabby and pick up things on the ground I really shouldn't but it's ok, you can easily take it away from me, I share. I didn't get a chance to get out and about much in my last home. I was adopted as a wee pup but unfortunately my humans didn't have time for me and I spent a bit too much time in the back yard entertaining myself. Fortunately I found my way back to the rescue and I'm having a blast exploring the big world. I'm still working on my 'focus' but it's so much fun learning it won't be long and I'll be paying attention AND having fun at the same time. I'm comfortable going into stores and have no issues with floors or stairs. I can sometimes get startled by loud, boistrous people and it takes me a second to chill back out but I'm working really hard on it. I think I would thrive with someone who takes me to new places and lets me explore the world. I need adventure and excitement! With a little patience and love, I know I'll grow into the best companion anyone could ask for. I'll be waiting in Santa Rosa. You like this dog...now what? Please take 3-4 minutes and complete our application form at: https://petstablished.com/adoption_form/42179/generic. Our adoption team will quickly contact you by phone or email (watch your spam please) to see if it's a match!. If you are already approved to adopt, please contact your Adoption Counselor and they will help you set up a meeting. You can also sponsor Ari by clicking here. Your name will appear on this page as Ari's sponsor and your donation will help pay for food, treats, toys, supplements and medical expenses. Ari thanks you! BAGSR is always in need of fosters. There is an overwhelming number of dogs who need our help and the more fosters we have, the more dogs we can save. BAGSR covers expenses, including food. Fosters provide the love and a soft place to crash. https://petstablished.com/foster_form/42405/generic