Maddie was rescued from a high kill shelter after the staff didn't have the heart to put this sweet shy dog down. She was saved from euthanasia twice by some great shelter volunteers. We saw her picture and agreed to find her forever home. She is really an interesting mix and she isn't very big.

Maddie stayed at the vet's office for a couple of days while waiting to be spayed, and they raved that this girl never barked. It was like she wasn't even there! So if you live in an apartment or condo and are looking for a non-barker this is your girl!

***According to dogbreedinfo.com, in April 1899, Capt. Max von Stephanitz registered a dog named Horan as the first Deutsche Schäferhunde, which means German Shepherd Dog in English. Known for their tremendous loyalty and courage, they are calmly confident, but not hostile. This breed needs his people and should not be left isolated for long periods of time. They only bark when it is necessary. Serious and almost human in his intelligence, they have a high learning ability. The breed is so intelligent and learns so readily that it has been used as a sheepdog, guard dog, in police work, as a guide for the blind, in search and rescue service, and in the military. The German Shepherd also excels in many other dog activities including schutzhund, tracking, obedience, agility, flyball, and ring sport. His fine nose can sniff out drugs and intruders, and can alert handlers to the presence of underground mines in time to avoid detonation, or gas leaks in a pipes buried 15 feet underground. A quick daily brushing is best unless hair in the house is not a problem. They should be bathed rarely, only once or twice a year to avoid skin oil depletion. Shepherds have a life expectancy around 13 years.