Kera

Kera is an adoptable female German Shepherd looking for a home at Los Angeles County - Baldwin Park in Baldwin Park, California. She is fully grown and large in size. She is currently on the shelter's euthanasia list with only 4 days left, listed due to lack of space. Adopting Kera, or even sharing her story, could save a life before it's too late.

Name: KERA Animal ID: A5686764 Location: Baldwin Breed: GERM SHEPHERD Color: BLACK Sex: Female Age: 5 years 5 months Weight: 73 lbs Assessment BEHAVIOR ASSESSMENT DISCLAIMER This assessment reflects the animal's most currently observed behavior and available history at the time of evaluation. This assessment should be considered a snapshot in time that will require updating as new information or behaviors emerge. It should not be relied upon to predict future behavior or as a statement of overall temperament. For additional information about an animal's behavior, please contact the animal care center. EVALUATION DATE: 2026-10-07 DOG SOCIAL SKILLS: CALM DOGS (REC) i ENERGY LEVEL: LOW i TRAINING RECOMMENDATION: CONFIDENCE BUILDING i EVALUATION COMMENTS: The behaviors described today reflect the dog's responses in an Animal Care Center environment and during assessment. A dog's behavior in an Animal Care Center may differ significantly from how they behave in a home. Stress, confinement, and unfamiliar surroundings can cause dogs to act out'or suppress behaviors that may emerge later. A dog's behavior may change based on surroundings, training, medical, socialization, and life experiences. Kera A5686764 (Altered) stood calmly at the front of the kennel upon the runner's arrival, allowing herself to be retrieved without issue. She led the way to the catch pen with a moderate pull on the leash, bypassing her neighboring kennels. Kera was easily collared and leashed inside the catch pen prior to entering the yard. Kera exchanged greetings with some of the dogs, exhibiting a timid demeanor, though her posture was neutral with a soft tail wag during the interactions. Following the introduction, she approached the handlers, appearing comfortable in their presence while soliciting affection from them. For the rest of the session, Kera remained next to the handlers while observing the other dogs interact from a distance. Once the session concluded, she was returned to her kennel without incident. Kera could benefit from continued socialization in a yard setting with calm dogs, as this may allow her to interact at her own comfort level and gradually develop her social skills.