04/08/2025
Woody is a young, energetic, and eager-to-please German Shepherd who is looking for an active home that can match his enthusiasm for life. At around one to two years old, he has all the classic traits of a young shepherd—smart, playful, and loyal to his people. He thrives on activity and engagement, whether that’s playing fetch, going for walks, or just hanging out with his favorite humans.
Woody is house-trained, crate-trained, and well-behaved indoors. He settles easily in his crate at night and is always up for a game of tug or fetch during the day. He’s particularly fond of simple pleasures—give him a stick, and he’s just as happy as if you gave him the fanciest toy. He has done well with other dogs in his foster home, especially puppies, and seems to enjoy playing the role of a gentle babysitter. He hasn’t been around small adult dogs or children, so slow introductions would be needed in those cases.
On walks, Woody can be a bit of a handful, but he’s easily managed with a Gentle Leader and responds well to direction. He’s smart, trainable, and always looking to his person for guidance. A home with plenty of space to romp, regular exercise, and mental stimulation will help him thrive.
If you’re looking for a loving, energetic, and loyal shepherd who’s ready for adventure, Woody is your guy. He just needs the right home to help him channel all that energy into being the perfect companion.
Preference for this dog will be given to adopters who commit to signing up for and completing our six-week Canine 101 training class in person at our headquarters in Troy, VA. Secondary consideration will be given to a limited number of out-of-area adopters who agree to complete one private lesson with GDU, either in person or virtually, and attend a pre-approved positive reinforcement training class in their area.