Winter

Winter is an adoptable male German Shepherd looking for a home at BARC Animal Shelter in Houston, Texas. He is fully grown and large in size. He is currently on the shelter's euthanasia list and today is the last day, listed due to lack of space. Adopting Winter, or even sharing his story, could save a life before it's too late.

Meet Winter ID #A2050576 4 years old | Male | Neuter status needs verification German Shepherd Mix | Brown/Black Weight: 95 lbs Intake: 8/25/26 Status: Rescue only ⸻ MEDICAL NOTES: Winter is LOW HEARTWORM POSITIVE and was also low positive in December 2025. He received Advantage Multi at intake and has been vaccinated with DA2PP, Bordetella and Rabies and dewormed. No other current medical concerns are documented. ⸻ BEHAVIOR NOTES: With people, Winter has shown himself to be friendly and relaxed. He has a relaxed body, soft open mouth and wagging tail and is easy to leash and walking on a loose or semi-loose leash. The shelter environment is becoming increasingly difficult for Winter. He has been pacing and vocalizing.