Elliot is a 6-month-old German Shepherd mix with a playful spirit and a heart full of curiosity. At around 28 pounds, he's still growing and will likely mature into a medium-to-large dog. Like many young pups, Elliot is still learning about the world and discovering new things every day. He enjoys toys, playtime, and spending time with people, and he's beginning to show the fun, energetic personality that makes shepherd mixes such wonderful companions. Elliot has been friendly with both dogs and cats so far, and we're continuing to learn more about his personality as he settles in. With his young age and eagerness to engage, he will thrive with a family that can provide structure, training, and plenty of love as he grows. Elliot is at the perfect age to grow alongside his forever family. With his intelligence, playful energy, and loyal nature, he has all the makings of an incredible lifelong companion. If you're looking for a young dog ready to learn, explore, and share life's adventures, Elliot may be your perfect match. PLEASE READ BELOW: If you are interested in meeting and/or adopting, the first step is to complete an application and read all of our FAQs: https://www.takepawsrescue.org/adopt Please note: Information to determine if you might be a match for one of our animals can only be found on our application. *An inquiry, questions or introduction through Petfinder is NOT an application* All known details about our animals are posted on their profile and updated daily. Other info will be discussed in detail with the foster during the application review process. Due to the high volume of introductions/questions received we ask you to submit an application (that application can be used for any dog with Take Paws Rescue). The adoption fee for adult dogs covers age appropriate vaccinations, microchip, spay/neuter if not yet performed, heartworm test & appropriate heartworm treatment by the rescue's vet. All dogs in our care are also kept up-to-date on HW/Flea Prevention. For more on this, or for additional information, including the adoption process and our adoption fee scale for all our adoptable pets (including an explanation about Benefactor Dogs), please see our FAQs page: https://www.takepawsrescue.org/faq Any breed labels used by Take Paws Rescue, its employees/volunteers, or on vet records provided cannot be guaranteed. Breed labels are given based on information obtained during intake and/or best guesses based on appearance and/or temperament of the dogs and Take Paws Rescue gives no assurance to the accuracy of these labels. Labels are necessary for postings to many animal networking sites, such as our website, Chewy, Pet Finder, and others. These are in no way a guarantee. Additionally, exact age and potential size cannot be guaranteed. ***Take Paws Rescue saves dogs from high-kill shelters across the South, owner surrenders, and discarded dogs with uncertain futures. All of our animals live in foster homes where they are socialized, and well cared for. An application will be required to make sure it's the perfect match!