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Gerry

German Shepherd · Male · Senior · 13 years

Gerry is a strong, senior German Shepherd who came to APASA after a difficult past. He arrived with a bundle of fears and aggression toward humans, shaped by a history that was clearly not kind. It was evident from day one that Gerry would need someone patient, experienced, and willing to earn his trust step by step. Over time, he has made progress, but Gerry remains a dog who requires firm boundaries and continued support from someone who understands the nuances of behaviorally complex dogs. He walks well on the lead and still enjoys his outings - but thrives in routine, calm settings with minimal stressors. Gerry is not a dog for a first-time adopter, but for the right person — someone with a deep understanding of dog behavior and a commitment to rehabilitation - he offers a rare opportunity to transform a life. If that person might be you, we’d love to talk more about how to support you in making it happen.

Size

Large

Age

Senior · 13 years

Location

🇪🇸Xabia

Shelter

APASA Xabia

Living with Gerry

✓Neutered
✓Microchipped

Cared for by APASA Xabia · Xabia Learn about German Shepherd →

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Listed 6 months ago

Bringing Gerry home

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About Gerry

What life with Gerry looks like

Gerry is a large senior german shepherd dog waiting at APASA Xabia in Xabia.

Senior dogs settle in faster than younger ones. They want a soft bed, predictable meals, and short, sniff-heavy walks rather than runs. Many senior rescues bond deeply within weeks because they understand exactly how good a stable home is. Expect occasional vet visits for joint or dental care.

🇪🇸Adopting from Spain

Spanish protectoras generally include sterilization, all vaccinations, microchip ID, and EU pet passport in the adoption fee. Many maintain partnerships with rescue transport providers across the EU.

Xabia, Spain — browse more dogs in Spain.

Frequently asked

Adopting Gerry, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Gerry?: Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. APASA Xabia handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Gerry on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Gerry if I live in another country?: Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — APASA Xabia will tell you what they need (EU pet passport, rabies titer, transport coordination) and whether they handle transport themselves or refer you to a partner. Transport is usually a separate cost, so ask for the exact figure before you commit.
Is Gerry already vetted, vaccinated, and chipped?: Most dogs on TailHarbor leave their shelter with sterilization, current vaccinations, microchip ID, and an EU pet passport included in the adoption fee. The vet status on this page reflects what the shelter has reported — ask them directly if you need details on specific vaccines, recent bloodwork, or chronic conditions.
What happens if Gerry isn't the right fit?: Every reputable rescue accepts an animal back if the adoption genuinely doesn't work — that's part of the standard contract. Talk it through with APASA Xabia early rather than rehoming privately; they know Gerry and can place them more successfully than a second-hand listing can.
Why does the description sometimes read awkwardly?: TailHarbor translates shelter descriptions into English from the source language (EN). Translation is imperfect — names of streets, donors, and shelter-specific terms occasionally slip through unidiomatically. For the cleanest read, click the source link to see the shelter's original page.