History provided at surrender
- Housebroken
- Dog friendly
- Previously around small dogs
Shelter courtesy listing · Clayton, New Jersey
Seeking rescue / adoption placement
Meet Goliath.
A giant senior dog believed by the shelter to be a Caucasian Shepherd, currently in the care of Gloucester County Animal Shelter in southern New Jersey.
Goliath is not a Brotherbear Acres dog.This page is a courtesy listing created to help Gloucester County Animal Shelter reach experienced guardian-breed homes and rescue organizations. All placement decisions remain with the shelter.
AgeApproximately 8 years
WeightApproximately 169 lb
SexNeutered male
LocationClayton, New Jersey
Current status
Seeking rescue / adoption placement
Last updated September 18, 2026 · Formal shelter evaluation pending.
Shelter-provided images · Gloucester County Animal Shelter · Goliath is not owned or bred by Brotherbear Acres.
What is currently known
Separate reported history from shelter observations.
Gloucester County Animal Shelter contacted Brotherbear Acres after Goliath was surrendered. The information below distinguishes what the former owner reported from what shelter staff have directly observed so far.
What staff have seen in care
- Walks well on a leash
- Presented as sweet and friendly during his first days at the shelter
- Appears to enjoy watching people and activity around him
Important evaluation statusFormal behavioral evaluation was still pending when this case was submitted.
Prospective adopters and rescue organizations should contact Gloucester County Animal Shelter for the most current evaluation, medical information and placement status before making decisions about Goliath.
Breed identification
Is Goliath a Caucasian Shepherd?
Goliath is believed to be a Caucasian Shepherd. His size and appearance may be consistent with the breed, but visual identification alone cannot prove breed ancestry. This courtesy page should not be treated as genetic confirmation.
Guardian breed reality
Evaluate the individual dog.
Past home history, shelter observations, handling response, introductions and medical status matter more than a breed label alone.
Experienced homes
Plan for size and management.
A dog of this size requires secure containment, safe handling, appropriate transportation and veterinary care that can accommodate a giant-breed dog.
Learn before applying
Understand Caucasian Shepherd traits.
Read our breed guide for first-hand information about independence, guardian instinct, household management and socialization.
Read the breed guide →
Sponsor Goliath
Help support his care.
Donations are made through Gloucester County Animal Shelter's official donation page.Brotherbear Acres does not collect, process or route donation payments.
Brotherbear Acres matching commitmentWe will match up to $250 total in donations designated for Goliath.
This match applies while this courtesy listing is active. If the shelter's donation process provides a note or message field, include Goliath so the shelter can identify the intended case.
Gloucester County Animal Shelter controls its donation account and determines the use of donated funds. Please contact the shelter directly with questions about donation designation or tax treatment.
Adoption / rescue contact
Gloucester County Animal Shelter
For current availability, formal evaluation results, medical history, adoption requirements or rescue-pull information, contact the shelter directly.
1200 N Delsea Drive
Clayton, NJ 08312
Clayton, NJ 08312
Courtesy listing disclaimer
Brotherbear Acres is providing breed-specific educational information, networking and courtesy exposure only. Goliath is not owned, bred, sold or placed by Brotherbear Acres. Information on this page reflects details supplied by Gloucester County Animal Shelter and may change. The shelter remains the authoritative source for Goliath's current status, behavior evaluation, health information, adoption or rescue requirements, and final placement decisions.