Bacchus

Bacchus is a 4-month-old German Shepherd Dog mix who was abandoned at a schoolyard in Memphis. A mom picking up her children took him home so he would be safe. Unfortunately, The family cannot keep him as they have five cats, and Bacchus likes to chase the cats. Bacchus is just a puppy, and we are sure he doesn't mean to hurt them, but the cats don't appreciate it So, a no cat home is needed for this sweet boy. Bacchus is a friendly, well-socialized, Happy, playful, outgoing, typical German Shepherd puppy! Full of fun and life, and very confident. He loves people and has never met a stranger. He is Growing up around kids and loves to play outside with them . Bacchus is an AWESOME puppy with a happy, loving temperament who will make a great companion for an active family who loves the breed. Check out Bacchus' video : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ziubyHxW8g Name: Bacchus Breed: German Shepherd Dog/Crossbreed Sex: Male Age: 22 weeks as of August 7,th 2024 Weight: 30lb as of August 7th , 2024 Spayed/Neutered: Too young - Spay/Neuter Contract will be required and strictly enforced. Vaccinations: Puppy vaccines will be up to date - all vaccinations required after adoption are the responsibility of the adopter. Heartworm: Too young (testing is done at 6 months of age) Housetrained: Not usually Microchipped: Yes Location of dog currently: Memphis TN Puppy Adoption Fee: $550.00 The adoption fee also includes the transport fee. ATTENTION PUPPY ADOPTERS: You must attend training/behavior classes with your new dog unless you are experienced dog owners and your adoption coordinator is comfortable with your experience. This requirement is for the benefit of you and your puppy, so if you experience behavior issues, you have a point of contact. PLEASE--Think long and hard before adopting a puppy. Consider the lifestyle change this puppy will come with. He cannot be crated for more than 3-4 hours at a time until he's older. Puppy-proofing your home will be necessary. Puppies scratch and nip, so if you have small children, can they handle this? Training will be so important in this puppy's life. Do you have the time? Please consider purchasing this book before adopting. Perfect Puppy in 7 Days - How to Start Your Puppy Off Right, Sophia Yin, DVM - it is an amazing book that we recommend very highly and have had amazing feedback on. https://www.amazon.com/Perfect-Puppy-Days-Start-Right/dp/0964151871 IMPORTANT INFORMATION - Paws New England is a foster-based rescue. Our dogs reside in various locations throughout the South and New England. Adoption donations cover pre-adoption vet costs (including vaccinations, spay/neuter when age appropriate, and heartworm testing/treatment when necessary), a microchip, and transportation to New England if necessary. Donations for our young, healthy puppies and dogs support their fellow canines of advanced age or suffering from injuries and abuse whose donations are reduced but whose veterinary costs are typically much higher. We appreciate your understanding that your newly adopted dog will help others in need. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Paws New England is a foster-based rescue - our dogs reside in various locations throughout the south and New England. Adoption donations cover pre-adoption vet costs (including vaccinations, spay/neuter when age appropriate, and heartworm testing/treatment when necessary), a microchip, and transportation to New England if necessary. Donations for our young, healthy puppies and dogs support their fellow canines of advanced age or suffering from injuries and abuse whose donations are reduced but whose veterinary costs are typically much higher. We appreciate your understanding that your newly adopted dog will help others in need. Paws New England abides by the dog importation regulations set forth in the states of MA, CT, NH and RI.