ALPHA
German Shepherd Dog (short coat) · Adult · Male · Large · Pasadena, CA
Notes from United Hope for Animals
#A5799732 Meet Alpha , a stunning 6-year-old German Shepherd boy with a jet-black coat from tip to toe, like a velvety shadow, and the warmest soft brown eyes that will absolutely steal your heart! It’s clear Alpha hasn’t always had the kindest life - the fly damage to his ears suggests he may have spent far too much time living outside - but somehow this sweet boy has held onto his joyful spirit. He’s equal parts confident and calm, wonderfully social and playful with both people and other pups, and always eager to solicit affection and attention. Alpha enjoys some rough-and-rowdy play and can be charmingly vocal with his canine friends, happily giving them a hearty hello! He’s also a well-trained gentleman who walks nicely on leash, seems potty trained, knows sit and other tricks for treats, and takes his goodies ever so gently - no gobbling here! ❤️ Alpha has so much love to give and is ready for a family who will finally show him just how wonderful life can be. Will that be with you?
-6 year old black German Shepherd
-64 pound neutered male
-may need the standard round of shots and preventatives before he can go home with you, but the shelter can likely help with this!
-came to the Baldwin Park Animal Care Center on 9/8/26 as an owner surrender - sadly, Alpha’s family left him behind when they moved
-handsome dark black coat and soulful chocolate eyes
-confident, calm, and vocal with friends, he is a social butterfly and is always down for a good romp with other pups!
-well trained and well mannered - would easily transition into just about any home!
ALPHA’S VIDEO:
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/di0Oh2oR2aM
For more information, contact volunteer Lor at
lor@unitedhopeforanimals.org
United Hope for Animals (UHA) is a volunteer group and does not have a facility for animals. This pet is part of our Shelter Support Program at the Baldwin Park Shelter. For more information about the pet, the adoption process, or our program please contact the Volunteer Adoption Coordinator listed below.
Because animals are adopted/rescued daily, please also check the United Hope for Animals Facebook page to see if an animal is still available OR call the Baldwin Park Shelter at 626-962-3577. When inquiring about an animal, please reference the animal’s ID number. This will enable the volunteer or Baldwin Park employee to locate the status of the pet. Thank you for supporting rescue.
About ALPHA
Gets along with
- Dogs
- Yes
Home and care
- Indoor or outdoor
- Indoor and Outdoor
- Energy
- Moderate
- Exercise needs
- Moderate
- Grooming needs
- Low
- With new people
- Friendly
- Training
- Well Trained
- Owner experience
- Breed experience
- Coat
- Short
Health
- Vaccinations current
- Yes
AffectionateEager to pleaseEven-temperedIntelligentObedientPlayful
As listed by United Hope for Animals. Please confirm anything important with them before you adopt.
What happens next
- Contact United Hope for Animals using the button. AdoptNearby does not take applications.
- They will send you their application or ask a few questions about your home.
- Most organizations arrange a meet, sometimes a home visit, then a small adoption fee that usually covers spay or neuter and vaccines. That fee is paid to United Hope for Animals, never to AdoptNearby.
- Read the dogs care guide so you arrive prepared.

