Candy

Available

2 years old|German Shepherd Dog|Female|Large|Tulsa, OK

🐕 Dog Friendly🐈 Cat Friendly🧑‍🧒‍🧒 Good with Children🚽 House Trained😌 Calm

Candy

Available

2 years old|German Shepherd Dog|Female|Large|Tulsa, OK

🐕 Dog Friendly🐈 Cat Friendly🧑‍🧒‍🧒 Good with Children🚽 House Trained😌 Calm

Candy is a large, adult female German Shepherd Dog with a beautiful yellow and fawn coat. She’s about 2 years and 2 months old and is fully house trained. Candy has been spayed and her vaccinations are up to date. While she’s overcome a tough start, she’s made real progress in her Tulsa, OK foster home.

About Candy

Candy spent her early life on the streets, raising seven puppies on her own and keeping her guard up around people. At first, she wanted nothing to do with human affection and did her best to keep her distance, even escaping rescue care for a period because being close to people felt overwhelming. Over time, though, Candy’s foster never gave up on her, giving her the space and patience she needed to trust. With gentle encouragement, she decided to start choosing people. Now, Candy knows the rhythms of family life: she’s both crate trained and house trained, and she shares her space comfortably with other dogs. Her foster’s cats don’t bother her, and she even seeks gentle attention from the family’s 9-year-old son. She has a soft, sensitive temperament and thrives in a peaceful environment, showing real affection at her own pace. Candy is heartworm positive and in the midst of a slow-kill treatment. Her energy is moderate, fitting well in a quieter household that can offer patience and understanding as she continues to blossom. What Candy really needs is a home that accepts her uncertain past and wants to help her build a future where she feels safe and wanted. Every bit of love she offers is earned and meaningful. Ready to fall in love? Hit apply and lets get started.

Questions about Candy

What type of living environment is this breed usually best suited for?
Candy is a German Shepherd Dog, a breed that does best in homes with space, structure, and consistency. She will appreciate a quiet environment where she feels secure and can continue bonding with her people.
How much outdoor space does this breed typically need?
German Shepherds like Candy generally benefit from access to a backyard or regular walks. While Candy has a moderate energy level, she still needs daily opportunities to stretch her legs and sniff around safely.
Is this breed typically suitable for homes with children?
Candy’s breed tends to do well with respectful, older children. Candy herself has warmed up to her foster’s child, so she could fit in with families who understand her sensitive approach.
Is this breed usually better for first-time or experienced owners?
German Shepherds usually suit experienced owners, given their intelligence and sensitivity. For Candy, a household with dog experience and patient guidance would help her continue to grow.
Does this breed typically get along with dogs?
German Shepherds can enjoy canine companions, especially with good introductions. Candy is currently living comfortably with other dogs in her foster home.
Does this breed typically get along with cats?
Some German Shepherds can co-exist peacefully with cats, especially those who are calm and respectful. Candy has shown she can be respectful around cats in her foster setting.
Does this breed typically get along with small animals?
German Shepherds may have a prey drive but can sometimes be taught to live calmly with smaller animals. Supervision is always recommended, and slow introductions work best.
How does this breed typically behave with strangers?
German Shepherds can be wary of strangers until they feel safe, which matches Candy’s sensitive nature. With time and patience, many warm up and become loyal pets.
How long can this breed typically be left alone?
This breed prefers not to be left alone for long periods. In Candy’s case, shorter absences are better to help her continue adjusting to life as a family member.
What level of training does this breed usually require?
German Shepherds are highly trainable and enjoy structure. Candy is crate and house trained already, but ongoing gentle guidance will help her thrive.
What size range does this breed generally fall into?
Candy, as a German Shepherd, fits the large breed category. This means she’ll need room to move and a household prepared for a bigger dog.
What is the typical lifespan of this breed?
German Shepherds generally live around 9 to 13 years. With continued good care, Candy has many happy years ahead of her.
How much does this breed typically shed?
German Shepherds are known for moderate to heavy shedding, especially seasonally, so Candy will need regular brushing to keep her coat looking good.