Rocky was adopted from the Morrison County Humane Society (MN) on May 5^th, 2010. His previous owners were ordered by the county to surrender their four dogs due to severe malnutrition and neglect. Rocky, previously known as “Rocko”, was the gentleman of the group. He sat and waited his turn to eat while his siblings ate their first dog food meal at the shelter. Previously, they were fed table scraps and whatever they could scavenge outside. Upon arriving to the shelter, he weighed a very light 43lbs!  

Rocky was estimated to be a year and a half old with and estimated birthdate - November 5^th, 2008. He hadn’t had any vet attention; his toenails were so over-grown that that the quips in the nails will forever keep him from having “finely pedicured” short nails. Rocky was neutered and micro-chipped within a week after adopting him.  In May of 2011, Rocky became extremely ill and he was diagnosed with Addison’s Disease.   Addison’s Disease is not a death sentence and in fact is the exact opposite!  Addison Dogs (ADOGS) live a very normal, long, and healthy life and rarely does and ADOG die from Addison’s Disease.  Treatment for Rocky consists of a daily oral replacement dose of prednisone to replace the cortisol his body can no longer produce.  It also requires a monthly injection of Percorten (DOCP) that replaces the mineralcorticoid his body can no longer produce.  He requires both of these hormones to keep his electrolytes balanced.  He will require electrolyte (bloodwork) about every 6 months.  His monthly costs will be around $30-$40/month provided the new owner can give the injection to Rocky.  

Rocky is an extremely handsome boy – and he knows it. Common knowledge states that handsome dogs are born to be treated like a fine Prince!. Be careful, it is IMPOSSIBLE to say no to his puppy eyes...don’t make direct eye contact!! :)  

Rocky knows endless commands and does have good manners...as long as you tell him!  Rocky minds his manners...a snap of the finger is all it takes.   Some of the few commands he knows: “kennel”, “sit”, “stay”, “lay down” or just “down”, “roll-over” or “let me see your belly!”, “shake” (one paw or both),  “settle down”, “Get out of the kitchen”, “no begging”, “say please” or “speak”. ... Rocky is a quick learner, and he is highly motivated by bribery (treats).   He is not scared of thunderstorms or firecrackers.  He has prey instinct and with a bit of training, could be your best friend of a hunter!  

Some of his hobbies: Long walks on the beach, hikes through the woods, bike rides, swimming, jogging, cuddling, bird-watching, squirrel patrol, chasing “wabbits”, making new friends and socializing, being the center of attention, singing along to the music, car rides, fetching, dissecting stuffed animals, and chewing on BONES!   Rocky has been completely vetted, comes with all vet paperwork/history since the shelter adoption, a CVI, his medications, toys, crate, and doggie bed.   

He will make some one or some family a very special addition to their family!  Rocky is a very sweet and intelligent GSP and very mellow and laid back for a gentleman of his age!  Rocky will give you his heart...but not before he steals yours! Please consider giving Rocky his 3^rd chance at a great new life!