Description:
Ben is a dog that you don't see walking down the street everyday - he is an all-black, long-coated german shepherd. His pictures do not do him justice. He is truly a beautiful boy! (He had to have his fur shaved upon arrival, as it was very matted and dirty!)

Ben was surrendered by his owner, who was a german shepherd breeder who lost his farm due to a divorce, and could not keep all of his dogs. He kept Ben's parents and some others, but poor Ben, and 5 other dogs ended up homeless!!! Ben was never used for breeding - probably because his ears failed to stand straight like they should. He had him altered, and kept him on the farm with some others as pets.

Because Ben had never been off the ranch, he led a very sheltered life. Once he arrived into our rescue, everything was new and scary for him. However, he has come a loooong way in his foster home. He was introduced to the real joys of being a family pet, and has really come out of his shell.

Ben is a sweet and playful guy - his foster Mom says he a goofball! He loves to have the hose sprayed at his face (go figure!), and "talks" to try to tell you that he wants something. Even with his large size, he is gentle around people, children, and other animals. This guy is as sweet as they come. He has learned to walk nicely on a leash, and is now housetrained and crate trained. He knows to sit nicely for a treat, and for his meals. He is a quiet gentleman in the car.

Ben is a great, easy-going companion for any household; either as a special friend for one person, or a family dog for an active home full of people.

Please feel free to fill out an ADOPTION APPLICATION for Ben on our main website, www.midwestanimalrescue.org, by clicking on the Form/Applications link under Website Features.