What a heartbreaker. If you ever thought about getting a German Shepherd but were concerned about the training and discipline requirements, this dog might be perfect for you. He's at Manhattan Animal Care and Control. He can be put to sleep at any time because he's an owner surrender. There are lots of MOLers who can explain the adoption process and probably even drive you there to meet him and pick him up.


*** SERVICE DOG ****

DOBBIE - A0930344

NEUTERED MALE, TAN, GERM SHEPHERD / SIBERIAN HUSKY, 11 yrs
OWNER SUR - ONHOLDHERE, HOLD FOR ID Reason OWNER HOSP
Intake condition GERIATRIC Intake Date 04/25/2012, From NY 11211, DueOut Date 04/25/2012

Medical Behavior Evaluation GREEN
Medical Summary reported Scanned Positive # AVID*040*563*362 but was unable to locate, checked with 3 different scanner. BRIGHT, ALERT, RESPONSIVE, HYDRATED PHYSICAL EXAM geriatric mod to heavy tartar neutered male friendly dog nosf
Weight 69.2

Owner surrender by owner who is unable to care for him (too sick)-master said:service dogs, had all his service dogs tags on him. Seemed very well behaved, calm and good with the many dogs passing by-Friendly, beautiful

These pics were taken as the master was surrendering his long time companion and helper. The man was not good looking, very pale and told me he could not care for his dog anymore. He told me too that at the counter, some people told him that they would try to help the dog... He would have tags saying that he is a service dog. Last night, few hours after being in a kennel, poor Dobbie looked so lost....laying on a tiny piece of towel.

A volunteer writes: Dobbie was surrendered to our facility as his long time owner is now too sick to care for him. Dobbie was not only a companion to his master but also his guide and helper. Yes, Dobbie was a service dog. Dobbie is absolutely gorgeous and so smart and wise looking. He is a cross between a Shepherd and a Husky as witnessed by his one blue eye. Dobbie has been very well cared for. He is well nourished, has a flawless coat and looks quite healthy. To top it all, Dobbie has the nicest behavior and is very obedient, executing in front of me all kinds of orders, even shaking my hand. The man and his dog are a beautiful pair. My heart sinks.... Many dogs bypassed us and Dobbie was imperturbable like a service dog is supposed to be. I took him for a little walk and Dobbie was just walking at my pace, checking on me from time to time. Dobbie looks like a wonderful friend. He has helped his master for so many years. Now, it is Dobbie who needs help, our help. We can not let Dobbie down. Dobbie is at the Manhattan Care Center. Let's not make this man best friend wait too long.