Meet Bear!
A spirited two-year-old German Shepherd mix currently in Rancho Cucamonga, CA, whose essence is a radiant blend of loyalty, laughter, and tan and black beauty crowned with a charming white patch on her chest. Weighing about 40 pounds and fully grown to a lovely medium size, Bear is a high energy girl who lives for connection and play!
If you toss a ball, she is ready for action all day long! Balls are her absolute favorite, and she will happily chase, retrieve, and show off her impressive “drop it” skills with pride. She knows commands such as crate, outside, no, and drop it, and she is both crate-trained and house-trained. She settles nicely when left alone for short periods and follows a consistent routine like a true professional.
Inside the home, Bear transforms into a world class cuddle champion! She adores lounging on the couch, climbing into laps, giving gentle hugs, and covering her favorite people with sweet kisses. She thrives on close companionship and bonds deeply with her pet parent. Her goofy personality shines through in the way she wiggles with excitement and proudly parades her ball around like a prized treasure!
Behaviorally, Bear is a highly reactive and territorial girl who is very alert to her surroundings. She barks intensely at noises, visitors, and activity outside the home, especially if she feels her space or her people need protecting. She does settle with guidance, but she requires a guardian who understands reactivity and is committed to positive reinforcement, structure, and continued training.
Bear has never bitten a human and has been safe around the children in her family, including a child with special needs. However, she has been involved in repeated altercations with another female dog in the home. Because of this history, she needs placement as the only dog in a secure, fenced environment with minimal foot traffic and an experienced pet parent who can provide consistent behavior support.
She needs a new loving home where she can be the center of attention, soaking up affection and sharing her big heart without competition. Are you ready to toss the next ball and let this beautiful girl curl up beside you?