ANNABELLE is joy wrapped in fur!   She’s an older puppy, has been in foster care for a couple of months, loves to play, but is able to "sack out" and snuggle pretty much on command; she would adore an active home with a doggie buddy and a kid or two of her own.  She’s a very pretty high German Shepherd mix, on the small side and has one utterly adorable floppy ear.  She’s one of the lucky ones – she came from southern Missouri where puppy mills are everywhere and people throw animals away by the tens of thousands. 

Annabelle is house-broken, crate trained, lives with 4 other dogs and gets along with all, eats with the other dogs and sits and waits her turn, which is last on the list.  She listens well and loves to please; she's enthusiastic about life, loves to be loved on, and loves to give it back.  Her favorite spot to sleep is at the foot of the bed, but she's happy elsewhere when another dog has that spot.  She's gentle, beautiful, and very bright, and would be a terrific family pet!   

She’s still a youngster – an older puppy – and loves to run and play, but she settles down nicely with regular exercise.  She'll continue to have puppy-like energy for the next 1-2 years and would love to be part of an ACTIVE family who will take her places, walk her daily, play with her at least 1-2 hours a day, train her, and teach her good manners.

Leash manners are still questionable (was probably never walked on a leash) and she's just learning the ropes on that score.  But she’s a smart cookie and with training and consistency will learn quickly.  Like any German Shepherd or high mix, she needs good leadership from her new family.

Little Ms. Annabelle just makes you smile with her sweetness!!  When she sits at attention, she's absolutely elegant - in spite of her priceless floppy ear!  Her pure joy in being alive and safe is contagious. 

DOGS:   yes.  Just wants to play.  Very small dogs are "iff-y" and may depend on the temperament of the small dogs and the adopter's leadership ability.  Plays rough and is in foster home with only large dogs.  She just needs supervision around other dogs while she learns appropriate play (for instance, she wants to jump all over a new dog the second she meets them and just needs to learn some restraint on initial meeting).   
CATS:   unknown.  Would have to be tested.
KIDS:     we haven’t seen her around small children but believe she would do well.  She is just VERY rambunctious and full of puppy energy, so needs supervision around kids to make sure she doesn’t get TOO energetic, knock a child over in play, etc.
IDEAL HOME:   an active home with another dog or two to play with, a family who will love her and show her the ropes, a home with time to love /exercise/and give her the TLC she so richly deserves. 

If you're looking for a young, energetic dog
who loves life and will give you years of fun and loyalty,
ANNABELLE’s your girl!

ANABELLE's ADOPTION FEE: $250
This fee covers only part what we spend on vet and boarding costs for the dogs we save.  At minimum it 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 ANNABELLE?
Complete an Adoption Application Now!

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.

Have Questions? Email us at mogsrescue@gmail.com