This gorgeous is boy is Gunther... 

Gunther was purchased from a breeder for thousands of dollars as a small puppy.  When his family moved out of the country, Gunther was turned into a local animal shelter.  When a volunteer at the shelter called the breeder they offered to fly out to get Gunther.  When the shelter informed the breeder that they would only release Gunther after he had been neutered, the breeder not longer wanted him.  If he could not be used for breeding, he was not wanted.  Thank goodness, as living life in a kennel simply to be used for breeding is a horrible life for any dog.

The shelter called GS Rescue as they felt Gunther did not show well, and therefore, he had not been adopted.  He was reserved, and did not jump up on people to say 'hello'.  He's a German Shepherd, and as anyone familiar with the breed knows, it's not in their nature to jump up on people and beg for attention.

Gunther was going to be put down that night...  A volunteer with GS Rescue went to the shelter to meet this sweet boy, and knew immediately he was special...  Once he was out of the horrible shelter he was a new dog!!!  The frightened dog turned out to be a lover boy!!!  He cuddled, gave kisses, was a perfect gentleman on the leash.  He is awesome in the car as well.

When offered a much coveted treat, he took it as gentle as a little lamb.  He is also wonderful with other dogs.  He greeted all the dogs at the vets office with a smile and a kiss.  Large and small dogs, everyone is a friend.

Gunther is 12 months old.  He weighs 85 pounds, and is a beautiful boy.  He's a big boy with an even bigger heart...  This darling boy deserves a wonderful family to call his own...  Are you that wonderful family?

Gunther is in boarding.  If you are interested in meeting him, please click on the button below and fill out our online adoption application, call (714) 206-9002 or email ShawnGSDREscue@aol.com to ask about Gunther.