Background - Hailey is goofy, tail chaser of a young GSD! She is energetic with a high toy drive. She loves balls, mile long walks, and outdoor playtime. Hailey LOVES new people and is very warm and welcoming after a controled meet and greet.
This energetic girl came to MOGs from a local shelter after her previous owners no longer wanted her energy.

Temperment/Behavioral - Hailey has made tremendous progress in the last three months.
Hailey walks on a leash well with an alternative collar. (She is still practicing her manners on a regular leash and collar.) She can walk calmly even with other dogs in the area. She will bark but has not shown agressivness towards other dogs.
Hailey still acts like a puppy so she is learning mouthing manners. Potential adopters will need to understand mouthing and continue her education towards a well behaved pup.
She does well on basic commands like sit, even when very excited.
As with many young GSDs, Hailey has selective hearing. She knows her commands, but chooses when to listen. Unfortuneately, she has proven that she will counter surf if bored. She knows that’s where her treats come from! The good news is that she is treat modivated and trains easily.
As mentioned above, Hailey is working on following her commands 100% of the time. Right now, she is selective and will need continued training from her new family.
She is crate trained and house broken. When she first comes out of the kennel she can be anxious but after about five minutes she will calm down.
Hailey does not understand cuddling yet; a simple belly rub turns into play time. Her foster family is working on this!

Other Animals - Hailey does not like rabbits, squirrels, or stray cats.
At the moment, Hailey would do best as an only pet until she grows comfortable and learns her manners. She might do well in a temporary crate and rotate situation.

Children/People - Hailey loves all people as mentioned above. She accepted her foster Dad before accepting her foster Mom but seems happy with any human. When people are visiting, she will engage with them unless a ball is involved, then the ball is the most interesting object in the room. She has been introduced to babies, teenagers, and adults and really enjoys everyone.
Hailey is a velcro dog and likes to be near her human at all times if they are home. She will follow her humans around the house and does not understand privacy. (Hailey even likes to lay in the bathroom if that is where her humans are!)

Summary - Hailey NEEDS a home willing to spend actual time with her outside to run off her energy. Her ideal home needs to be active or at least willing to walk her daily.
Hailey is smart. Like most young dogs, she can be mischevious (like grabbing a shoe and running) if she doesn’t have toys or active time to stimulate her mind and wear her out. Once she’s had those things, she’s a gem!

If you're looking for a gorgeous, goofy, loving German Shepherd
who has good energy,
Hailey may be your ideal family member!