Adoptable white German Shepherd in Ohio could be a loyal companion

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Arthur Morgan, a German Shepherd at the Franklin County Dog Shelter and Adoption Center, is ready to join a family for summer vacation.

Behavior Coordinator Brandy Trott said Arthur Morgan's breed can sometimes be aloof, or take more time to warm up to new people. However, that's not the case with this 2-year-old dog, who follows his friends "like a shadow."

"He's such a nice boy," Trott said. "He is all about the cuddling and the pets. I'd say kind of medium energy but would probably still like his daily walks and stuff."

Arthur Morgan is a bit of a rarity among German Shepherds in that he has a white fur. His coat is a sign of progress he has made since coming to the shelter, according to Trott.

"He actually came in to us with a pretty terrible skin infection, which is still healing," Trott said. "But we've made a lot of good progress so he just needs some meds, and medicated baths and he should be good to go."

He can get distracted easily but does love to play with certain toys. Arthur Morgan also knows the commands sit and down, and is very motivated by treats and food. He does get along with other dogs, but Trott recommended he meet them before adoption.

Arthur Morgan is available for meet-and-greets at the Franklin County Dog Shelter, located at 4340 Tamarack Blvd. in Columbus, and costs just $18 to adopt. Below are some additional dogs up for adoption as well:

Sugar

• Fawn-colored Terrier and American pit bull mix
• 7-month-old female
• Spayed and up to date on shots

Scully Fots

• Brown Australian Cattle Dog
• 8-month-old female
• Microchipped, spayed and up to date on shots

June

• White and black medium breed mix
• Young female between six months and two years
• Microchipped, spayed and up to date on shots

Sherlock

• Brown Beagle
• 1-and-a-half-year-old male
• Houstrained, according to the shelter
• Microchipped, neutered and up to date on shots

Russo

• Black and white American Staffordshire and Terrier mix
• 3-year-old male
• Neutered and up to date on shots