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Rocket

Age: 10.5 years

Gender: male

Rocket is a classic German Shepherd: smart, strong, and deeply devoted. He’s aggressively affectionate—when he loves, he really loves. He’s happiest with his favorite toys, going on long walks, and relaxing in a safe, quiet home. Rocket is also fully housebroken and thrives in a predictable routine.

Special traits

I NEED AN EXPERIENCED OWNERNO CATS OR DOGS

Adoption Application

Rocket – A Big Heart Looking for a Second Chance

Rocket has been let down more times than he deserves. This beautiful boy has faced disappointment, abandonment and fear multiple times. He’s still learning that not every person is a threat. But behind those cautious eyes is a fiercely loyal dog just waiting for the right person to believe in him.

Because of his size, strength, and emotional history, Rocket is best suited for a single-person household with an experienced dog owner who understands the needs of a working breed with some baggage. No other pets, no children—just someone patient, consistent, and willing to give him the space to trust.

Rocket is a big boy with a bigger heart, and once you’re his person, he’ll never stop loving you.

Could you be Rocket’s fresh start?

Adoption Application

If you are interested in adopting one of our dogs, you may submit an application online or via fax. If you choose to send a fax, please download the Adoption Application here in PDF format; fill it out and sign it. You can fax it to us at 714-773-9430.

Home Visit

WWe require a home visit prior to any dog being placed. In some cases, we may accept a virtual home visit using photos and videos.

Adoption Donation for All Dogs and Puppies:

$495

This donation is tax-deductible as allowed by law and helps to offset the costs that we have incurred for the dog’s care and housing during his or her stay with our group. The minimum adoption donation does not entirely cover the investments that we have made in the dogs, so if you are in a position to give more, we would be honored to receive your additional donation. All adoption donations go directly toward the needs of our dogs.

All dogs adopted through GSROC are spayed or neutered, current on their vaccines and de-wormed. Because the minimum Adoption Donation rarely covers the costs associated with each dog, we ask that adopters who are in a position to give additional funds do so at their discretion.