GEMMA had a rough start to life, living her early months as a stray on the streets of KC. Once caught she came to MOGS to find her forever home. Through no fault of her own, her family ‘rehomed’ her to an ‘owner’ who dumped her within 12 hours at a high kill shelter out of state. Fortunately for her, she had a microchip and found her way back to MOGS.

TEMPERAMENT

Gemma is a black and tan 3-year old with a plush coat and a paintbrush for a tail. Weighing in at just 55 pounds, she is a miniature version of some of MOG’s standard shepherds. Despite her rough start, this petite beauty still holds a torch for her true, forever home. Her pleasant nature is happy and content with little desire for trouble.

Gemma has had the same name for a few years now and responds to her name when called. She is attentive to human voices but still needs to practice some of her vocabulary words and general commands. Her current project is practicing her leash skills. When in a back yard or out for a potty break, she is pretty good on a leash. When out for a walk or on the streets, she doesn’t always seem to realize that she is wearing a leash. She is working diligently to learn the skills needed to find a loving forever home.

This girl kennels easily and hasn’t shown destructive tendencies but sometimes jumps when she is excited. She enjoys tossing her rope pull around but hasn’t shown much toy or food motivation. She is more than happy to follow her people around the house and keep them company.  She is perceptive and smart. When her humans settle down to an activity or meal, she will lay down near them and wait. She will also walk right into the shower when called and stand still for a gentle bath in warm water. In fact, when she arrived in her foster home she almost seemed relieved to have the shelter stink washed off her plush coat.

OTHER ANIMALS

Gemma would prefer slow introductions to new dogs, but has successfully lived in a home with a small dog for 2 years. She ignores cats and will even run away from them if they are in a bad mood.  She has not shown any signs of food or toy possessiveness.

She tried barking at a fence to the neighbor dogs but called off with one shout and stayed away from the fence line until the neighbor dogs went inside.

CHILDREN

Gemma enjoys her interactions with children, but can sometimes be a little bouncy. She doesn't spook easily, doesn't mind being poked and bothered, and seems generally happy. Gemma would do well in a home with children over the age of 5.

MEDICAL

Gemma has some mild seasonal allergies that require attention during the spring and summer.

 

GEMMA's ADOPTION FEE:   $300
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 GEMMA?
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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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