We currently have a number of dogs that we have been asked to list because the might be at least part Hovawart. If you are willing to consider a dog that isn't a confirmed Hovawart, look them over and contact the person or organization that has the dog. If you do adopt one of these dogs, please let us know so we can take them off our list. Thank you.

Bear is an 8 year old, neutered male. Though his ears clearly demonstrate he is not a Hovawart, he has been welcomed into our rescue program. Here is Bear's story as told by his current family:

Our history is – our daughter and her then husband adopted him from Kern County Animal Shelter in 2003. They divorced in 2006 and left him at the ranch we had in Ramona near San Diego.  Bear lived there for over three years and roamed the property playing with an occasional visiting dog and at one point lived peacefully with our seven ranch cats.

We’ve resided in San Diego and Tehachapi for many years.  In 2008 Bear moved to our place in Tehachapi where he has lived since. When we leave he stays there and relatives care for him.  “Bear” is very healthy and is an obedient dog. In the past we have raised German Shepherds and his obedience and handling is as good as any we’ve had over the years. Due to our move to a town home in San Diego we are forced to give him up – hopefully to a good home or rural  property.

Bear is healthy, obedient and a great property dog who protects his property but is not a chronic barker. Is outdoor and indoor dog, house broken. He has lived with two adults and a Yorkie for past year and a half. Has not been around children and in previous ranch residence lived well with one German Shepherd and seven cats.

For more information or to be considered for Bear's permanent home please contact
John Ybarra at 949-606-4904.