RICKY is a cruelty seizure who was taken in by Leavenworth Animal Control when he was found chained to a tree, starving, dehydrated, and with no shelter from the weather. 

Temperament

Ricky is a sweet boy who LOVES his people. He is learning basic manners and the first one he had to practice was not jumping on people. He has mastered sit and will patiently wait for everyone to get their bowls and then be released to eat. He's still working on potty training and may have accidents but water control and extra potty times has made a big difference.

Other Animals

Ricky gets along well with other dogs which is good because this little boy has some energy to burn. His current foster home has three large dogs (though smaller then him) where he is slowly learning how to play appropriately with others. He is very excited to play and is very vocal. He is pretty rough with play but has tempered it some with appropriate leadership. 

Ricky has not been cat tested in a home, but only shows curiosity at the vet where there are free roaming cats. His neighbors have small dogs and he has been close to them and only shown curiosity. He would need to be very closely supervised if small dogs were to be in the home.

Kids

Ricky has not yet been tested with kids but likely would knock over small children as he doesn't understand how big he is.

Medical

No other known health issues at this time.

 
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RICKY'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 RICKY?
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Good with Dogs, Good with Cats

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

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