CHAMP
I’m Champ - loyal, mellow, and your easygoing best bud for life!
German Shepherd mix | 6 years old | Large (78 pounds)
Male | Chatsworth, CA
ABOUT CHAMP
Personality: friendly, engaged, obedient, calm
Favorite things: loves his walks, especially slow ones where he can sniff everything
Training: knows commands - sit, shake, lie down, easy to leash, good leash manners
Exercise: needs 1-2 walks in the neighborhood each day
Care status: neutered, vaccinated, microchipped
Special notes: Champ was returned by his family for being "too big." Their loss. Champ is an independent fella who doesn't ask for much. He's okay in playgroup with other dogs as long as they don't bug him. Really just a chill guy. Champ does not go to the bathroom until he is out of his kennel, suggesting that he is housetrained.
THE IDEAL HOME
Best match: would do well with an older couple or a single person just looking for a buddy
Other dogs? tolerant of other dogs depending on their energy level, not leash reactive, might do better as an only dog
Cats? unknown
Kids? unknown
Additional info: He would do well in a single-family home with a backyard. He might also do alright in a ground-floor apartment if taken out regularly.
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Champ is still at the shelter.
The good news is that Outta the Cage is sponsoring Champ’s adoption! That means the adoption and licensing fees are fully covered—you can adopt Champ for free ($0).
WANT TO MEET HIM?
Visit Champ at the West Valley shelter. If you decide to adopt him, let the shelter staff know that Outta the Cage is sponsoring. It should be in the dog’s notes. Please reach out to Outta the Cage anytime—we’re happy to assist!
Shelter: West Valley Animal Shelter, 20655 Plummer St, Chatsworth, CA 91311 [Google Maps]
Animal ID: A2188031
Arrived: March 23, 2025
