Hunter

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

Name: HUNTER Animal ID: A5803496 Location: Downey Breed: GERM SHEPHERD Color: BLACK Sex: Male Age: 4 years 0 months Weight: 76 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: LARGE DOGS OK i ENERGY LEVEL: MEDIUM i TRAINING RECOMMENDATION: BASIC MANNERS 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.' Hunter greeted the runner with a relaxed demeanor and was easy to leash/remove from the kennel. Hunter was taken to the catch pen and was collared/leashed without incident. Hunter greeted the dogs at the barrier nicely and was allowed into the play yard. Hunter displayed a relaxed body, open mouth pant, natural ear set, loose tail wag, natural ear set, and soft eyes. Hunter approached the dogs eagerly greeting them. Some of the dogs appeared 'uncomfortable' with Hunters approach and he was easily steered. Hunter continued to approach dogs and gave them play bows, but it took time for him to find a dog to play with. They briefly played chase but stopped after some time. Hunter continued to socialize maintaining a loose/wiggly demeanor. Hunter also spent time amongst the handlers soliciting petting from them with a loose wiggly demeanor. Hunter maintained a social and playful demeanor displaying a push/pull play style. Hunter could benefit from basic manners training. Hunter is ok for public adoption medium energy level large dogs ok.