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We've got another GSD (German Shepherd Dog) in the queue for this week's Pet of the Week at the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter. Meet Bruno! ! He's a typical silly Shepherd mix puppy who, sadly, has spent a significant part of his young life at the shelter. He was brought in over two months ago after a Good Samaritan found him running down a very busy road. While Bruno was briefly adopted, he was recently returned because his first adopter wasn't quite prepared for the realities of a growing teenager who has big energy and explores the world with his mouth.

He is typical for his age: he loves to steal shoes, will happily shred a paper towel roll left in the car just for fun, and is eager to help you dig holes in the yard if you bring him gardening.

Fortunately, Bruno has been enjoying day trips with shelter volunteers, who report that he is fantastic at fetch and loves to romp and play. While he can get over-excited, he is easily redirected with toys, sticks, rope braids, and chewies.

Because he was originally found running in traffic, cars can still be a little scary for him. However, shelter volunteers report that if you gently lift him into the car, he settles down beautifully for the ride! Bruno absolutely loves going for walks and is excellent on a leash. He already knows "sit" and "down," and he would thrive with additional positive reinforcement training.

To help him find his perfect match, Bruno's adoption fee has been fully sponsored! Even better, he qualifies for a $200 Pawsitivity Bucks voucher to use toward training. All this sweet boy needs now is a patient, loving person who will open their home and heart, providing the reassurance he needs as he grows into adulthood. 

UPCOMING EVENTS

• Registration for Animal Balance, a three day Spay/Neuter clinic is now open! November 6th, 7th and 8th all dogs are $150 (includes licensing!) and cats are just $15.  The shelter has 200 slots and they will go fast.  Sign up at https://www.scanimalshelter.org/upcoming-spay_neuter_event/

For more info, listen to Pet-O-Rama at 11am Thursdays here on the pig or visit the shelter, located at 1001 Rodriguez St. in Santa Cruz and open from 11am to 6pm every day.

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