Star #A5738190 5Y Brown M Germ Shepherd 87 Lbs Star was surrendered for fear-based, defensive behavior but no further details were given.

In the shelter, Star seeks people. He allows handling, he solicited petting. He relaxes when he’s alone with humans. He enjoys walks, calm affection, and quiet connection.

Star is fearful in chaotic environments, sensitive around his paws, and clearly communicates discomfort - something many dogs do. He does not lash out randomly. He seeks affection, and relaxes when given space and calm, one-on-one interaction.

Star is not a dog for everyone. Loud environments overwhelm him. Pushy dogs stress him. He needs an experienced, adult-only home, ideally with no other pets or very calm, large dogs, where his boundaries are respected and his confidence can grow.

But needing the right home should not be a death sentence.

And because he needs an experienced home, people scroll past.

Now he’s paying for that with his life.

Star is past deadline, with zero interest, sitting in a high-euth shelter where euthanasia for space happens daily

He just needs one patient, breed-experienced human willing to give him time.

✨ Star needs: • A local foster (3–4 months) in CA or the PNW • A rescue partner • Or a responsible adopter anywhere in the USA (out of state adoptions possible) •Pledges for his care and possible training •Shares to get seen (and hopefully saved)

✨ Fostering costs you NOTHING — all supplies and support provided.

If no one steps up, Star will quietly disappear. He just needs someone who understands him. Please don’t let a misunderstood dog lose his life unnoticed.

Can you foster or responsibly adopt Star?

➡️➡️📧 Message me, or email: [email protected] immediately.

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📍Downey ACC 11258 Garfield Ave,Downey,CA 90242

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