MARGIE is a young lady (about 3) who was found stray and landed in a shelter.  She's a beautiful high GSD mix, is full of life and spirit, and is something of a heart-stealer.  She appears to have been hit and kept in extreme isolation, but boy once she knows she's safe with you she's a lover. She's now looking for that special forever family who will not only love her, but expose her to all kinds of new people and situations so she can gain confidence that she'll never be hurt again and just be her loving self.

 

TEMPERAMENT / BEHAVIOR Margie is currently living in a foster home has been doing much better since leaving the boarding facility. She is fearful and is unsure of any new people or animals. She will lower her head, tuck her tail and try to avoid loud things such as riding mowers, a garbage can getting knocked over, and even a strong wind. At the boarding facility, the sound of the other dogs barking non-stop would make her reactive. Overall, Margie is a sweet, happy girl who loves belly rubs and treats. She is very loving when she gets to know and trust her people. She would do well in a home with possibly one or two other dogs, and which is not too chaotic.

 

TRAINING Margie does well with sit, stay and wait. Her foster home does not have a fenced yard, so she is on a long lead outside. She does not respond well to “come” yet when outside, but her fosters are working on this with her. She walks fairly well on a leash. Margie will need a strong leader who is able to continue her training and will be patient with her and understand her fearfulness.

 

OTHER ANIMALS Margie enjoys playing with her foster sisters Sadie (also a MOGS foster) and the resident dog Sarah. She will jump around wagging her tail and looks forward to being with the other two dogs. It took her awhile to trust Sarah, and her new family would have to be patient in introducing her to another dog. She still does not like another dog getting to close to her face, and will react with an air nip and growl, but not an actual bite. She is fed next to the other dogs with no problem, but she will nip another dog that would stick its head in her bowl. One of Margie’s best friends is the resident calf, Peanut. Whenever Margie is outside, she wants to see where Peanut is. Margie will drop down on her front elbows with her butt in the air and wag her tail. She would like for Peanut to play but unfortunately, neither knows how to play with the other. Margie and Peanut sniff noses and she does very well with both cows. Margie does like to spook the chickens by running at their enclosure and scaring them. Her fosters are unsure how Margie would react if she had the chance to be near the chickens. She has been around the resident cats with a muzzle on, and she seems to ignore them.

 

PEOPLE Margie's new family would have to slowly introduce her to any new people. The people who always walked Margie at the boarding facility have come by to visit her, and she does not trust them. I would not recommend an adopter with small children. Margie will try to nip at the ankles of a new person who turns his back on her. We are currently working on this. Again, a lot of patience will be needed.

MEDICAL Up-to-date on all vaccines, has a current rabies tag, is neutered/spayed and has been microchipped. Has no known medical issues.

 

MARGIE's ADOPTION FEE:   $350
This fee covers only part of what we spend to vet, board and rehab the dogs we save. On average we spend over $450 on each dog. We made a decision to keep our adoption fee at the 2005 level even though vet prices have doubled and tripled since then. We are constantly fundraising to cover the deficit. At minimum, your adoption fee includes the dog's spay/neuter, heartworm test, heartworm treatment if needed, rabies shot, distemper/parvo shot, bordatella shot, deworming, monthly heartworm and flea preventives, and microchip. In many cases it also includes surgery and various types of vet treatment for standard issues such as hot spots, ear infections and so on.


INTERESTED IN ADOPTING MARGIE?
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STOP!! READ THIS BEFORE YOU GO ANY FURTHER!

1. We're picky about our adopters. 
2. Are you sure you're up to having a GSD?  They're not for everyone.  They take a lot of time, effort, training.  They shed year round.  They're big.  They scare lots of people.  They "mouth" and herd.  They're usually strong-willed and stubborn.  You have to have references and a home visit.  If you're not willing or able to deal with any of this, please don't waste your time or ours applying.  
   
3. Will the dog be an inside family pet? We do not adopt to outdoor-only homes. All dogs must be indoor dogs.
4. Do you leave your dog outdoors when you're not home?   We do not adopt to homes that leave their animals outside when they're gone.  You must put your dogs indoors when you're gone.  A 3 yr old adopted MOGS dog died when the owners went to run errands, left her outdoors, the gate was somehow opened, and she was hit by a car.  Tragic and 100% preventable. Even privacy fences get broken into.  Gates are opened.  Thieves steal dogs. Never leave your dog outdoors when you're not home!!
   
5. What's your plan for unexpected events and major changes?  New baby? Divorce?  Moving?   How you will provide for your dog if your family breaks up? 
   
6. Will you make a lifetime commitment?  It's your responsibility to keep your dog safe, loved and cared for FOR LIFE.
7.  Do you understand we expect you to keep that lifetime commitment?  It's YOUR RESPONSIBILITY to stick by your family member -- no matter what.
8. Are you unable or unwilling to make a lifetime commitment? Do not apply.

 

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