Im Alaska! Where are all my experienced, busy bodies out there?! Any prospective trainers need a new dog/best friend?   I am a one year old GSD mix. Don’t let my looks fool you…my trainer thinks my mind is Belgian malinois! I like people and dogs, however, I am not your typical cuddly family dog. I am being honest with you.. please keep reading. If you want the truth, I am more interested in staying busy, moving, and doing tons of fun activities. I am extremely smart with a side of crazy- the good kind. I have been working with my trainer on being calm, something that was very hard for me the first month or so. I have been with the trainer for about 3 months, going on 4. She has kept me very busy with training sessions and learning to be a good boy. She also has had me learn tons of enrichment activities, which I will need in my new home.   If you want to give me a chance, here are my needs: -A ton of structure. I need a schedule, and a routine. I like that kind of stuff. -Someone who can keep my MIND and BODY busy working every day. If my BODY can’t be busy, my MIND needs to be! -Patience. I need someone to help me through the next road bump that is a transition from a trainer who works with me 5-6 hours a day. -Someone who is able to uphold expectations and build a healthy relationship with me   I would love to be a farm dog, or a companion to someone who likes to work their dogs both physically and mentally. Agility you say? Sure I could try it. My toy and food drive are not great, but they are building every day.  If I don’t get what I need I will take advantage. I was pretty mouthy and jumpy when I first came to my trainer. I have really worked hard to be at the point I am now. I know basic commands and can walk well on the leash. I do well in the crate, but am eager to get out if I don’t get the appropriate  exercise. I would do best in a home where there are no children due to excitability paired with my size and strength. I am a bit thin, so trying to increase food and calorie intake. I take a bit to warm up to other dogs- I am not mean, but I find dogs who have crazy energy way too much- as it matches my craziness!! I like well-balanced dogs and not those who want to play too much.   I had a seizure while at my trainers and am now on keppra. I am still trying to figure out exactly what happened and why, but I survived and am ready more than I ever was to find my special home. show less

Hello, my name is Appa! Yip! Yip! I am 1 and ½ years old (~75lbs) and am very playful and energetic. I am house and crate trained and know all the basic commands like sit and down. I could use some more work on advanced commands like stay but love learning and am very food motivated! I will even ring a bell by the door to let you know that I need to go out! I have lots of energy and love belly scratches with snuggles. Is this toy indestructible? Let me prove you wrong. I will need lots of play and engagement throughout the day. I will do best in an active home with older kids and/or other dogs to play with. I am not a big fan of cats and will chase them! I am looking forward to meeting my new family to play and tumble with!   Name: Appa Age: young adult Gender: male Size: large Shots up to date: yes Ok with kids: yes Housetrained: yes Spayed/neutered: yes Ok with dogs: yes Ok with cats: no Heart worm: negative show less

Boeing is a beautiful 3 year old shepherd who is as sweet as they come. Boeing would do best as the only dog in the home. We are looking for a foster or foster to adopt in order to bring her to WI show less

  Name: Comet Age: 11 month old male Hometown: Milwaukee  Profession: Law Enforcement - Squirrel Branch Height: Definitely over 6’ …ladies ;) Seeking: An active family that needs someone to hold them accountable for exercise (you know it’s almost swimsuit season, right??) and knows how to outsmart me so I don’t get bored. I’d love another dog friend to play with but older human siblings who know how to play/can set boundaries would also pass the vibe check.   Skill set: Walking on a leash, I come running when you call my name (I’m a loyal guy… what can I say?!), and I have the best wiggle butt in town.  Hobbies: squirrel patrol, learning new tricks, being the top neighborhood watch dog (so I’d like my office near your biggest window please), and long walks on the beach.  Favorite song: Cracker Jack by Dolly Parton show less

  Hi I’m Dakota and I’m a sweet 2 year old who is potty trained and getting used to leash walking.  I like to be pet and love belly rubs but then give you space and don’t really snuggle.  I do not go on couches (even though my foster brother does) and I’ll lie in your bed but hope down when it’s time to sleep.  I have been around young kids who came to visit me and was very calm and lied there while they pet me. I do have some crate anxiety but am leaning with some good treats it’s not too bad in my crate during the day.  I will sometimes jump up if someone is running through the house but am a super sweet, chill companion who will play with other dogs then go right back to lying down!  I am looking forward to meeting my forever family. show less

OK, how’s this: Hello, my name is Homer! I’m a big boy with an even bigger heart. I’m almost 8 years old, fully house-trained and very affectionate. I know how to sit and lie down, although sometimes it takes a minute to coordinate my long legs. I am learning lots of new skills, like walking on a leash, taking treats nicely, fetching a ball, and shaking hands (paws). I have a loud bark and can be a little vocal when I need some attention. I get a little anxious when my people leave the house, but then I settle back down and have never chewed or destroyed anything. I would do best as an only dog so I can settle in and be someone’s best buddy. Kids over 12 and no cats for him. He is a big boy over 100 pounds  show less

Hi I’m Kenny! I’m looking for my Barbie!  I am almost 4 months old and I weigh about 40 pounds.  I am a great family dog. I love people. I have 5 kids over here to play with ages 3-12. There are also 4 other dogs to play with. The older dog here sometimes gets annoyed with me. But my favorite attention is the attention I get from adults. I am a cuddly puppy with people and dogs.  I came to Wisconsin from Texas. I have learned SO MUCH! I am doing great with potty training. I have never made a mess in my kennel. I am crated during the day and at night. I go right into my crate for a treat. I also sit and lay. I am a super fast learner! I listen really well. I’m pretty calm for a 4 month old puppy. I like to relax and chew on a toy. I also like to be outside and I have learned to stay in the yard with a training collar. I do very well with my boundaries. I have never met a cat but mom thinks I would be fine as long as they wouldn’t mind me trying to play with them. I am such a great dog! show less

Meet, Logan. He’s a handsome, 65 pound, neutered, three year old boy. He loves to be with his family, currently a couple in their early seventies. Out of curiosity, his mom had his DNA done, and learned that he is a third German Shepherd, a third Labrador and a third Australian Cattle Dog. That explains why he is so sweet and devoted to his people, is very smart, and has a very high need for daily play and exercise. He loves his big fenced in yard where he patrols daily for squirrels and other little invaders. Logan’s favorite games are fetch, keep-away and tug-of-war. Even though Logan always wants to be with his mom and dad, he’s very well behaved if left home alone. He doesn’t need to be crated and wouldn’t dream of destroying anything that isn’t one of his toys. In the past year, he has learned all the basic commands such as come, sit, wait, stay, lie down, “place “(goes to his couch or bed and stays until released). If he has wet dirty feet, from being outside, he will lie down on his side, so it is easy to clean his feet. We can’t take credit for that, or his training to sit patiently while waiting for his meals. He won’t go to his filled bowl, until we say, “ok, eat.” Logan has also learned to walk nicely on a leash, when commanded to heel. Heel with us means “don’t pull”.   Even though he knows all of this, it doesn’t mean that he always complies. This high energy boy still needs lots of practice, but he’s learned the basics. He is also well house broken. He has never “had an accident” in the house in the past year. Logan also enjoys riding in the car and will happily jump in the car and look quietly out the window while riding. Since Logan is a dog, he loves being petted, especially belly rubs. I have most recently went to see some trainers who properly introduced me to dogs after a year of not being around any and after a slow intro I did amazing! I want to be around furry friends all the time! I have so so much energy so another well mannered playful dog in the home would be fantastic! A very busy, and active home would be best (again, see my DNA results) :) show less

Meet Lorelei! This sweet girl is 5.5 months old and came to White Paws as a stray with her mom and siblings. She is shy but warms up quickly. She loves her humans and doggie friends and just wants to be part of the pack! She is housebroken and working on her crate and leash skills. She would thrive with another dog in the home and will bond hard with her family. She loves to play and chew and is easily redirected from couches or pillows with a toy. She is very smart and is already mastering the "sit" command. show less

Have you ever seen anything so cute in your life? Meet Moonbeam, she is a tiny bundle of joy weighing around 13 pounds, a three-month-old cutie patootie. We're not sure how big or small she will be when full grown but she will bring happiness to all she meets. She is food motivated, so the training possibilities are endless. She loves toys, balls, cuddles and adventures with you.  Name: Moonbeam  Age: approximately three-months-old  Gender: female  Size: 13 pounds Shots up to date: yes Ok with kids: yes Housetrained: yes Spayed/neutered: not yet Ok with dogs: yes Ok with cats: will need training to not jump on kitty Heart worm: negative show less

Hi, my name is Ophelia. They guess I’m between 1-2 years old. I’m house trained and working on my way to being crate trained. I love to sleep in there and take naps but sometimes take a little bit to settle down. I’m great around kids and play well with my foster brother but sometimes will just leave him alone to get my own space. I haven’t met a cat yet. My foster parents say that I’m the sweetest dog they’ve met and am constantly coming up to them for pets and snuggles. I can take a little bit to warm up but once I’m comfortable my goofy side starts to come out. I love balls and playing fetch but don’t always remember to give the ball back right away. I also love walks and exploring my surroundings. I’m still learning what is a toy and what isn’t but I’m learning quickly. I can’t wait to settle into my forever home for a lifetime of fetch, snuggles, and laying in sun spots. show less

  Meet Quiser, she is a 16 month Mix breed who also answers to Sweetie, which totally describes her personality! She loves long walks, playing in the lake, and car rides, however she does seem scared of men. She learns quickly and has mastered the sitting command and is working on the heel command.  There are  few things she still needs to learn, such as no jumping up,  stop counter surfing, and what is personal space, she will need someone who is patient and willing to work with her. She plays nice with other dogs, but also does well in a single dog home. She enjoys watching the neighbor's horses but has not tried to go by them. She is also comfortable in the kennel. show less

Hello my name is Renton. Myself and my siblings arrived here from Texas where we were found as strays. I have been with my foster family for almost a week. I was extremely shy and cautious for the first few days, but I have continued to come out of my shell. I was 5 months old on 4/13 and I weigh 35-40 pounds. I love playing with my foster human kids and furry foster sister. There's a grumpy old furry foster brother that has told me to leave him alone. I LOVE to play and am 100% puppy. My family is helping me with my manners, house training and walking on a leash. I don't always want to go in my crate but they give me yummy treats when I get in. I am fine after I am in and sleep through the night. I would  love to be a part of your  family, so go to wpgsr.com and get that app in! I look forward to meeting you! show less

White Paws is cross posting Ruka for her grandma. Please contact us and we can put you in touch with her. Let's find this girl a forever home. My name is Ruka – but my friends call me Roo, and you’re my friend!  I am a 1.5 year old German Shephard.  I’m a spayed, fully vaccinated, and worm-free female.  I am more petite than your typical German Shepherd, but I’m just as full of spunk and love.  My family broke up and can’t keep me so Grandma has been watching me since Thanksgiving.  She really loves me but she cannot keep me.  My ideal home would be loving, patient, and active.  I’d also love to have a fenced-in yard.  I’d probably do best if I’m an only dog.  No cats please.  I am very sweet and affectionate with my humans, and just want to love and be loved.  I do best when things are chill and predictable for me in the home.  My love for my family does mean that I get anxious about new people.  I have not met many people in this world, so right now I bark to sound scary, but if people are nice and give me some treats, I warm up pretty quickly and then want lots of pets from them and just want to be involved.  I do bark a lot at the mail carrier or UPS driver though, they leave but come back every day!  The vet is a bit scarier because they poke me, but they understand me and give me treats, so it’s not long before I’m going right up to them and saying “Hi, whatcha doing?  Wanna pet me?” I’m a super smart cookie, and Grandma is teaching me a lot of things like not jumping, potty training, relaxation, some self-control, crate soothing, and showing me that there is a world outside!  I’ve learned to sit, lie down, wait (at least a little while).  My Grandma says I’m sweet, funny, and beautiful – and Grandmas are always right. I am an active girl, and have yet to really experience what it is like to go on a walk.  My FAVORITE thing ever is zoomies in the backyard.  I could win an Olympic medal in zoomies.  I love playing with my ball, and make sure to bury it when I’m done.  Grandma is giving me tons of mental enrichment too: she scatters my food for me to search out, gives me Kongs and puzzle toys to do, and gives me licking mats.  Because I haven’t had a lot of experience exercising outside of Grandma’s yard, my ideal home would have a fenced in yard to help me start working on my outside skills.  My forever home should be active to help work my mind and my body. Grandma loves me so much, but she cannot keep me forever.  I’ve had a ruff life so far and have not experienced many things, so I am looking for a patient, understanding, and experienced home to take me in and help me learn how to be the best me I can be!  show less

Hello! My name is Walker! I am a 3 year old boy that is extremely smart with high energy to burn. I need another dog to rough house and do laps with otherwise I get bored. I am even ok with cats! It would be best to not have young kids as I am a jumper and will knock them over by accident. I know several commands like sit, lay down, stay, paw/shake, high five, relax, bedtime/kennel, and am learning leave it. I do need a strong alpha as I will test a few boundaries right away. I can sometimes get mouthy when I get super excited but its improved and I don't do it as often! I am potty trained and will alert you when I need to go outside. At night, I go into my kennel without you even telling me to! I am getting a lot better on my leash but still have some to learn as I just get so excited to go on walks! I do have anxiety but have come SO far. I am even off all my meds now!!! HUGE WIN! All I need now is patience, good routine, and a few drops of my yummy bacon flavor CBD oil twice a day. It also helps to keep my body and mind busy. If I seem bored, lay down a snuffle mat or an interactive treat toy..I love those!!  I just love love sooo much! If you are looking for a long time pal and a super couch cuddler, I am your man! **Walker has gone through Heartworm treatment and he will need retesting at the end of June** show less

I am the warm and wonderful Whitby, and I'm here to steal your heart! I'm young, approximately eight months old, so I'm still learning my manners (hint: I'm food-motivated). My foster mom says I'm very smart, though, and I learn things very quickly. I have two doggy foster brothers, which is awesome, because I love to play! I like my kitty foster brother, too, but he doesn't like it when I try to play chase with him. I also get so happy when I see my human foster family, and I adore my teenage foster brother! I'm super-friendly, but my foster mom says I might still be too playful for younger kids that haven't been around dogs before. I'm not always looking for a party, though; I love to snuggle with my foster family, and my foster mom says I'm an awesome cuddle buddy. show less

Hi I’m Zeppelin. I am 5 months old. I am a pretty chill dude, especially concerning I’m so young. I came to Wisconsin with my whole family. I was pretty scared but having another foster puppy move here with me really helped my confidence. I love my chew toys. I will drag them all out and they will entertain me for hours. I definitely need lots of them, or I will try and find something else to chew on. If I’m not chewing on a toy in the middle of the floor, you can find me taking a nap under the kitchen table. I love all dogs, there’s currently 5 other dogs here to play with. One dog sister is a 10 year old grandma and I don’t bother her at all. I also am great with kids. I do well with little kids even though I am a puppy. I am gentle and l love belly rubs. I know how to sit and lay. I go in a kennel all night and during the day. I’m actually kind of a McGyver, I can break out of a plastic kennel and even an improperly assembled wire kennel. I will need a properly assembled wire kennel to sleep in. I am working really hard on potty training. I do great in the house. I just have a hard time holding it during the day sometimes. But I am trying and getting better! I have come a long way and I look forward to a family that will help me be the best dog! Mom says I am a pretty awesome dog! I’m a fast learner. And I will be a great family dog! I would love another dog to play with but I would also be great as a single dog in an active house. show less