Lindsey
German Shepherd Dog · Adult · Female · Large
Oakland, ca
- Good with dogs
- Good with kids
- Special needs
Special needs: [YELLOW]Background: Found stray in a parking lot on 3/29/26 along with another dog. Yellow dot at intake d/t being wary of handler during intake.O: Leash avoidant, backed away from the leash at first then came forward to be leashed. Erratic changes in pace and direction with some bouncing while walking on leash. In the yard, eliminated immediately x2. Sniffed, paced the fence, went to gate to look out. Alert and watchful while pacing. Came to handlers when called. Sat for treats, offered paw, took treats gently. Jumped on handler, responded to sit. Relaxed with all handling including teeth check. Handled over head, chest, back, legs. Approximately 2 yo by teeth. Followed tossed squeaky toy but did not pick up. Went to the fence to barked at volunteer and dog walking nearby. Distracted by handler with voice and treat rewards. Erratic, zig zag pulling back inside. Easy to rekennel. A: Affiliative young adult with some training (knows sit and paw) but needs to work on loose leash walking. Some anxious pacing and exit seeking in the yard. May be house-trained. May be somewhat reactive to dogs at barrier. P: Adopters should be able to provide rewards based obedience training. Ideally they should have breed experience or have researched the breed. Unknown how she'll do with children[2026-04-02 14:32:00.000]
Oh — hi! Lindsey here.
I've got a feeling you and I could be pretty great together.
I'm on the bigger side — but honestly, that's just more of me to hug.
I do come with a few special needs, but please don't let that worry you — I just need a patient friend, and I pay it back tenfold.
I'd love to meet you. But if I'm not quite the one, maybe you could do me one tiny favor — print my bio and pop it up somewhere a future best friend might spot it. Who knows, I might see you at the park someday! Either way, thank you for stopping by and giving me a moment. It really did mean a lot. — Lindsey 🐾
The rescue’s notes on Lindsey
Lindsey – Smart, Engaging, and Ready to Have Fun Lindsey is a 4-year-old German Shepherd Dog weighing about 50 pounds. She's an attentive, people-focused girl who loves working with her person and showing off her skills. Active walking partner: Lindsey may pull moderately on leash, but is manageable, staying engaged with her person. Highly trainable: She responds well to "sit", "down," and "paw", always eager to engage. Playful and focused: Lindsey enjoys fetch and interactive games, often sitting or lying down automatically, ready for the next throw. Polite manners: She takes treats gently and responds well to cues, making her a rewarding dog to work with. Dog social: Lindsey attends doggie playgroup and enjoys playing chase with other dogs. Lindsey may do well with appropriately matched dog companions or as a solo dog with dog friends. She would thrive in a home that enjoys training, play, and an engaged canine partner.
Lindsey is listed by Oakland Animal Services in Oakland, ca. Adoptions are handled directly by the rescue.
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