Gemma

CHARACTERISTICS
Friendly, Smart, Athletic

COAT LENGTH
Medium

HOUSE-TRAINED
Yes

HEALTH
Vaccinations up to date, spayed / neutered.

Meet GEMMA - Paws Behind Bars prison dog training progam

GEMMA is a young, adult female German Shepherd. She was found outside the shelter gates one day with a puncture wound so was quickly taken in and examined by a vet. The wound has since healed, and Gemma is now with us. She is smart, and, before her prison training even began, she could sit, stay, down, and come. With a start like that, her inmate decided to take her to more advanced levels, which she's handling with ease. She loves people; she loves to work and to please. To date, she's been fine with the other dogs in the program. She can get a little possessive of her food, so we do not recommend a home with small children.

She is a very nice German Shepherd, but she's a lot of dog. As with any dog with a strong work ethic, she'll excel in a home where someone is willing to partner with her and be her constant companion.

If you’re interested in adopting, our process begins with the submission of our online application, or email us if you submitted an application within the last six months.  We review and schedule meet and greets (with approved applicants only) based on the order received.

Please see our FAQ page for the answers to any other questions you might have regarding the adoption process.