Daisy’s journey began on the streets of North Macedonia, where she was found as a small puppy fending for herself. Thankfully rescued, she made the journey to the UK in May 2021 in the hopes of beginning a new life. Unfortunately, despite everyone’s best intentions, her first home wasn't the right fit. It soon became clear that Daisy required more structure, stimulation, and experience than her adopters could provide.
Now living in a rescue kennel, Daisy is waiting patiently, but urgently, for the right person to come along. She is not a beginner’s dog. She is strong, reactive to other dogs, and will pull hard on a lead, especially in overstimulating environments. Without proper daily physical and mental stimulation, Daisy can become destructive in the home, chewing, pacing, and becoming frustrated. This is not a fault, but rather a cry for help from a highly intelligent, energetic dog that has never truly had her needs fully met.
Despite these challenges, Daisy is incredibly affectionate with humans she knows and trusts. She absolutely loves cuddles, belly rubs, and interactive play, and once she bonds with you, she gives her whole heart. She has all the intelligence and devotion you’d expect from a German Shepherd, and with consistent boundaries and positive reinforcement, she can flourish. She needs an experienced, confident owner who can guide her, train her, and offer a lifestyle that fulfills her physically and mentally.
Daisy is not suitable for a home with children, as she can be easily overstimulated and needs calm, clear communication and predictable structure. She has lived with both dogs and cats before, and while she is capable of getting along with other animals, it will require slow, careful, and controlled introductions. She does have a strong prey drive, and if given the opportunity, she will chase cats, so feline companions must be dog-savvy and introductions must be handled with caution however, we would prefer that there are no felines in her new home.
With other dogs, Daisy is reactive, especially when on a lead, but she may be able to live with another well-matched, confident dog, again with very careful introductions and the right supervision. Alternatively, she may do best as the only pet in the home, where she can soak up all the attention and where her training can be fully tailored to her needs.
Daisy’s ideal home would be: -Adult-only, calm, and structured -Experienced with large, high-energy breeds -Able to provide daily exercise, training, and enrichment activities (such as scent work, puzzle toys, agility, or structured play) -Able to manage and continue to work on reactivity and leash skills -Patient and understanding of her past and what she needs to succeed
In the right hands, Daisy will be a fiercely loyal, affectionate, and deeply bonded companion. She doesn’t need perfection, she just needs someone who sees her not as a “problem dog,” but as a smart, sensitive soul who has never been given the chance to shine.