Ishka is a 6-year-old, large German Shepherd mix living in South Sacramento who urgently needs a new home by March 2025. He weighs about 80 lbs and is healthy and vaccinated, though he will need to be neutered after adoption. Ishka has a loving, playful spirit and a strong protective streak. He warms up to strangers after a proper introduction and is very loyal to his family, showing that typical German Shepherd mix devotion. Ishka gets along well with other dogs, including little ones, and has done fine with the one cat he lives with. He is good with young children, though his size and energy make him a bit much for toddlers. Housetrained but mostly accustomed to outdoor living, Ishka prefers to spend time outside, only coming in during harsh weather and sleeping in his outdoor dog house. He walks well on leash, doesn’t overreact to other dogs, and rides calmly in the car. His favorite pastime is playing with squeaky toys. Ishka’s situation is urgent because his people are moving abroad and cannot take him with them. There’s no adoption fee, but adopters must leave a $100 refundable neuter deposit (returned after proof of neuter within 90 days). Ishka is located in the Pocket area of South Sacramento. What are you waiting for? Apply today!