Aries German Shepherd Dog Nashville, TN

This handsome man is Aries, a 9 year old shepherd who came to us when his owner died. Aries is a very good boy and as you can see, he has mastered the pose.

Aries is generally good with dogs that respect his obvious superiority. He came from a home with other dogs, and while he's not a dog park dog, he likes other dogs if they don't imagine they get to be in charge of anything because Aries imagines he is the emperor. Given the opportunity, I do believe Aries would invade Poland, especially if he heard snacks were across the border. Unsurprisingly, he's a no cat guy. Ditto small woodland creatures.

Aries loves snacks and when something super tasty is out, he will look extra sad until he gets what you should have just immediately handed over to him. He is active and social and very happy. Aries loves toys, posing for backlit park photos, sofas and all things edible. He dislikes having his butt brushed, bad techno music and starvation. He has a touch of arthritis and does not love having his back end messed with at all, and for that reason, we think kids teenaged and up for this guy because a teenager is not likely to try to walk up to dog and pretend to ride it. We hope.

Aries is very intelligent, well-trained and well-behaved. People who love German Shepherds will love him.

If you are interested in adopting this dog, please apply online, at https://bigfluffydogs.com/adopt/adoption-application/ and email kristen.harding@bigfluffydogs.com.

Our main website, www.bigfluffydogs.com has more information about us and the rescue process.

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