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5 years • Male • Crossbreed
Listing last checked 6 November 2026
Key facts
- Age
- 5 years
- Sex
- Male
- Breed
- Crossbreed
Could live with
- Children: Yes
- Other dogs: Yes
- Cats: No
Taken from German Shepherd Rescue Elite's listing, and sometimes worked out from Ben's description. Always check with the rescue before you decide.
Health and training
- Neutered:
- Yes
Adoption information
German Shepherd Rescue Elite · Essex
All adoption applications are handled directly by German Shepherd Rescue Elite. Contact them to arrange to meet Ben and start the adoption process.
About Ben
We were asked to take Ben in with another dog called Bill after the police seized them for their own sake. Ben was born August 2021 and he is microchipped, fully vaccinated and now neutered.
This is what we were told:
“Lovely affectionate boy loves playing ball and knows basic commands.”
Bill actually went on to license as a Police Dog but poor Ben is still with us.
Since arriving with us Ben has been quite chilled with life. Been fine around the other dogs at the kennels but does not seem to like small dogs. Older children only as we do not know his full history. Can be protective when walking with women.He tries to act big and brave but is not completely confident bless him.
“Ben is a stunning lad who needs a calm and patient home as the only pet, Ben can be nervous of meeting new people, more men, but will sneak in for a head scratch after a walk, Ben did go into foster where he become protective but, it was worked with using treats. Sadly he had to come back as him and the other dog weren’t keen on sharing a home together.”
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