Liberty is a little Shepherd puppy.  Judy rescued this litter of seven on Independence Day, so needless to say, they were all christened with patriotic names.  Adorable pups, they should be ready for the forever home by mid to late July.

7/19 Foster Update:
 I am fostering America, Veteran, and Liberty. Liberty is definitely the most rambunctious of the group. When her brother and sister are worn out she still has energy left to burn! This little girl has tons of spirit, and when her brother and sister are getting into trouble she's usually the one leading the way. This one is going to need a forever home with people committed to giving her the obedience lessons she needs to be the absolute best dog she can be. Although she loves to play with the other dogs, Liberty is definitely a people's dog who always wants to be where the people are. When I go to a new room, Liberty comes too, if I go inside, she wants to go too. If you give her love, food, and soft place to sleep, she'll give you a loyal companion for life!

8/10 Foster Update:
Liberty is such a sweet puppy! She loves to be around people and follows me from room to room. She is also a spunky little thing and isn't afraid to give the other puppies or my big dogs a chase around the back yard!

***According to dogbreedinfo.com, in April 1899, Capt. Max von Stephanitz registered a dog named Horan as the first Deutsche Schäferhunde, which means German Shepherd Dog in English. Known for their tremendous loyalty and courage, they are calmly confident, but not hostile. This breed needs his people and should not be left isolated for long periods of time. They only bark when it is necessary. Serious and almost human in his intelligence, they have a high learning ability. The breed is so intelligent and learns so readily that it has been used as a sheepdog, guard dog, in police work, as a guide for the blind, in search and rescue service, and in the military. The German Shepherd also excels in many other dog activities including schutzhund, tracking, obedience, agility, flyball, and ring sport. His fine nose can sniff out drugs and intruders, and can alert handlers to the presence of underground mines in time to avoid detonation, or gas leaks in a pipes buried 15 feet underground. A quick daily brushing is best unless hair in the house is not a problem. They should be bathed rarely, only once or twice a year to avoid skin oil depletion. Shepherds have a life expectancy around 13 years.