About Max

Meet Max Max is a gorgeous pure bred Doberman Pinscher. Max was surrendered when his owner no longer wanted to breed him. He originally arrived to our shelter in May 2020. Max was subsequently adopted and things were good, but when his owner moved, the activity of the new housing situation was too much for Max to handle. Poor Max needs a place where he feels safe and secure, a place where he can settle in at his own pace. He's a sensitive soul and new experiences can be scary without a patient and steady hand. We think Max will thrive in a quiet home with an experienced owner who will meet Max where he is and give him sufficient love, time and patience to decompress. Max will be adopted to a family without children, and may do best with a single owner because he is so protective of his person. Max is 4 years old. He is 75 lbs. of lean muscle. Max carries himself like the regal and gorgeous dog he is. He commands attention. He has a shiny black coat, eyes that glisten and a physique that is lean and muscular. When Max arrived in May, it was obvious that he wasn't well socialized, but he responded remarkably well to the constant flow of attention from trainers, staff and uber volunteers. And his sweetness emerged. He loves seeing his people. He loves going for walks. He likes to sniff the flowers and be with his person. Trainers and staff have been working with him and Max handles gentle training very well. Max appreciates being told what a good boy he is and he REALLY appreciates ear scratches and belly rubs. Once Max trusts you, he's also a leaner. He loves to lean into his person for assurance and connection. Given Max's previous life, he seems selective about which dogs he likes and does give chase to cats, so Max will be adopted where he can be an only pet. If you are looking for a magnificent, incredibly beautiful and loving dog, Max may just be for you. He'd love being part of a family where he gets to be inside with his people snoozing on a couch or laying in front of a fire or on the porch. He'd love to take long walks and go for car rides. He's a wonderful boy who definitely could use a chance at a happy life. Perhaps you'll be the one to give Max that chance. Call 706-865-4135 for information on additional health services provided as part of the adoption fee. If interested in one of our puppies or dogs, please submit an application online or at the shelter. Applications can be submitted online at: https://www.charlessmithgallhumanesociety.org/page/dog-adoption-application Once an application is submitted online, you will receive an email saying your application has been successfully submitted. If you don't receive this email within 24 hours, please check to make sure all application fields were completed or please call our shelter at 706-865-4135. All adopters must complete an approval process which involves a reference check with current/recent vet and a brief home visit if located in the immediate area. We do permit out of state adoptions. Adopters MUST come to the shelter to transport their new family member home. We do not ship nor do we transport them to their new homes. Adoption policies and application procedures are detailed at the shelter website: http://smithgallhumanesociety.org/ under tab All Adoptable Animals. Charles Smithgall Humane Society (CSHS) is a No kill shelter. Animals in our care remain safe with us until adopted. Resident animals are primarily owner relinquished and also accepted from local Animal Control. The facility usually is operating at capacity with a list of animals waiting for space to open. Adoptions and meet and greets are being scheduled by appointment only. Please call our office, email us or complete an application and someone will be in touch just as soon as they can. Location: 4823 Helen Hwy. 75N, Sautee, GA 30571, Phone: 706-865-4135 Email: [email protected] Our shelter in Sautee GA is located about 3 miles south of the alpine town of Helen in northeast GA.

White County
Sautee Nacoochee, Georgia 30571