German Shepherd Dog for Adoption in Calgary, AB – Meet OSA

Looking for a loyal, playful, and protective German Shepherd dog for adoption in Calgary, AB? Meet OSA, a 2-year-9-month-old male German Shepherd who would love to be your cherished companion.

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Meet OSA – A Pre-Loved German Shepherd in Calgary

Sometimes love comes wrapped in fur, with a tail that thumps like a drumline and eyes that look at you as if you’re the only person who’s ever mattered. That’s how it feels when you meet Osa. He’s the kind of dog who doesn’t just walk into a room—he arrives, with a goofy grin, a squeaky toy clenched in his teeth, and the unshakable confidence that surely you want to play fetch right this very moment.

Osa’s life began in heartbreak. He was found as a scrawny, abandoned puppy, ribs showing but spirit unbroken. His family nursed him back to health, and somewhere along the way, he decided that “loyal protector” would be his full-time job title. To this day, he shadows the children like a knight on patrol—once even attempting to follow them down a playground spiral slide, only to launch himself heroically into a snowbank with the comedic grace of a cartoon character. Did he shake off the snow and keep chasing? Of course he did. That’s Osa.

He’s a creature of contrasts: part cuddlebug, part wild adventurer. He can run like the wind after a ball for hours, then collapse into your lap with the sigh of someone who believes your arms are the only safe place in the world. He loves swimming, playing tug, and turning any random stick into the world’s most prized treasure. His heart is enormous, his devotion unshakable, and his joy in simple pleasures contagious.

But here’s the honest part: Osa is not everyone’s dog. As he’s grown, he’s struggled with anxiety around strangers and gets reactive on leash. Loud places and unfamiliar faces can rattle him, and his protective instincts sometimes show up in ways that make city outings tough. He needs a home with patience, structure, and a human who understands that big feelings come with big love. Think of him like that best friend who sometimes blurts things at dinner parties—loyal, wonderful, but maybe not the smoothest in public.

His current family loves him so deeply that it breaks their hearts to rehome him. But with young children in the mix and Osa’s needs for stability and low-stress environments, they know it’s kinder to help him find the right fit. He deserves space to run, a calm rhythm to his days, and someone who sees not just the quirks, but the treasure beneath them.

If you’ve ever wanted a dog who will make you laugh until your sides hurt, protect you with every ounce of his being, and curl up beside you like a living, breathing security blanket, Osa is waiting. He’s not perfect—but he’s perfectly himself. And in the right home, that’s more than enough.

Take a chance on this big-hearted goofball. Fill out an application today, and let Osa show you what unconditional love—with a side of comedy—really looks like.

5 Amazing Things About OSA

• Quick Learner – OSA picks up commands and routines easily.
• Playful Energy – He can play fetch for hours and loves swimming.
• Cuddly – At home, he enjoys affection and close time with his family.
• Protective – He is deeply bonded to his people and especially watchful over children.
• Adventurous Spirit – Loves running, hiking, and outdoor activities.

OSA’s Personality

Osa is full of energy and joy when he’s with his family. He loves fetch, swimming, and exploring outdoors. At home, he’s affectionate, loyal, and protective.

However, OSA struggles with reactivity—especially on leash and around unfamiliar people. He has barked, lunged, or attempted to bite when uncomfortable, making outings in public challenging. He also experiences separation anxiety, which can lead to stress-related digestive upset if left alone for too long.

In the right environment, with structure, training, and consistency, OSA can truly thrive.

OSA’s Favorite Things

• Toys: Balls, Kongs, and even sticks.
• Activities: Fetch, swimming, running free, and family time.
• Cute Story: As a puppy, OSA once tried to follow the children down a spiral slide—tumbling off into a snowbank, only to pop right back up and keep chasing after them!

Why is OSA Being Rehomed?

This has been a heartbreaking decision for OSA’s family. They love him deeply but must prioritize the safety of their children and OSA’s well-being. His unpredictable behavior around strangers makes outings stressful, and he is spending too much time isolated.

They are looking for an adopter with the time, space, and experience to give OSA the life he deserves—a stable environment with structure, understanding, and room to run.

OSA’s Perfect Home

• Experienced dog owner, ideally with knowledge of reactive/anxious dogs
• A calm, consistent home environment with few strangers coming and going
• A large yard or access to secure space for exercise
• Someone committed to ongoing training, patience, and structure
• Best as the only pet until his behavior can be managed safely

Details

• Breed: German Shepherd
• Age: 2 years, 9 months
• Sex: Male (neutered)
• Weight: 65 lbs
• Health: Up-to-date on vaccinations; no medical concerns
• Behavior: Reactive on leash, unpredictable around strangers, separation anxiety
• Housebroken/Crate Trained: Yes
• Accessories Included: Toys, leash, bowls, bed, and kennel

Adoption Information

• Location: Calgary, AB (T2G 3V6)
• Adoption Fee: $150 (includes supplies and veterinary records)
• Contact:  Please contact our Calgary dog rehoming team by email at petrehomingnetwork@gmail.com

👉 How to Adopt OSA
If you have room in your heart and home for OSA, please fill out our Online Meeting Request Form. Once your application is reviewed, OSA’s owners will be contacted to arrange a meet-and-greet.

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OSA – German Shepherd Dog For Rehoming in Calgary AB

OSA is located close to the following towns and cities in Alberta, and can be adopted from anywhere within a reasonable distance:

• Airdrie
• Chestermere
• Okotoks
• Cochrane
• High River
• Strathmore
• Black Diamond
• Turner Valley
• Nanton
• Canmore
• Banff
• Red Deer
• Olds
• Innisfail
• Crossfield

Adopt this deserving German Shepherd dog in Calgary AB today!

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