Buddy
Quick Facts:
Breed: German Shepherd
Gender: Male
Age: 9 months (est bday 01/31/2026)
Size: lbs
Good With:
Dogs? Yes
Cats? Yes
Kids? Yes
History:
Before coming into our care, Buddy was living in an unlivable home, confined to a basement with other dogs. He had never even experienced the simple joys of being outside.
Imagine that. A full-grown dog who had never gotten to experience the world the way a dog should. He was pulled into our care 10/31/2026
Personality:
For the past month, Buddy has been learning what life is SUPPOSED to be like. He's been given love, patience, full bellies, and the opportunity to finally just be a DOG!
And let me tell you… THIS BOY IS CATCHING ON QUICK! 😂🐾
Let's talk about Buddy!
🐾 Dog friendly? YES! He's been socialized with other dogs and has done wonderfully!
🐾 Cat friendly? Yep! He's been around cats and has done great!
🐾 Kid friendly? Absolutely! He's been socialized with children and has done very well!
🐾 Crate training? He's making fantastic progress!
🐾 Smart boy? YOU BET! Buddy has already learned to sit AND shake!
🐾 Car rides? He's been getting out, exploring, and discovering that there's a whole world beyond those basement walls!
And here's what makes Buddy's story even more special…
Despite everything he's been through, he's still just a puppy with his whole life ahead of him.
Cohabitation:
Buddy lives with other dogs, a cat and kids.
Favorites:
Buddy enjoys playing with other dogs and the kids!
Medical:
Buddy is up-to-date on age appropriate vaccines, is scheduled for neuter, and is microchipped. He has no current medical conditions.
Adoption Fee: $400
Available as a foster to adopt. ½ adoption fee due at the time of pick up and ½ due at the time of adoption. Complete adoption when vetting is compete.
Breed Identification Disclaimer: At Ham & Beans Canine Rescue, we strive to provide the most accurate information possible about every dog in our care. However, in most cases, we do not know the dog's parentage and rarely have the opportunity to see either parent. Breed designations are based solely on information provided by shelters, previous owners, surrendering families, veterinary staff, or our best visual assessment. Because mixed-breed dogs can inherit traits from many different breeds, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of any breed identification. We encourage adopters to focus on each dog's individual personality, temperament, energy level, and needs rather than breed labels alone.
