CONRAD came to MOGS after being picked up by a member of the public, and turned over to a local shelter as a stray.

TEMPERAMENT

CONRAD is a 1 year old bundle of energy, who loves to play. As is typical of young GSD's that have not been handled appropriately, he came to us completely clueless about appropriate boundaries and maners, but is working very hard in his foster home to correct this.

Conrad does walk well on leash. He sits and will occasionally shake. He will now go into his kennel most of the time when asked with a treat, though he sometimes still hesitates because he would rather play more. He is working on “Come” and “leave it” and “down," and making good progress with all three commands.

Conrad is a chewer and constantly needs redirection and lots of toys around him. He loves bones, but has not shown possessive behavior with them, He doesn’t have food aggression, and also does not show guarding of other resources. He does fine at bed time and will settle in beside his foster parent's bed for most of the night with his toys. He refuses to use a soft padded dog bed. What a silly dog.

OTHER ANIMALS

Conrad loves, loves, loves to play with other dogs of any size, but with his high puppy energy and undeveloped awareness of his size and strength, he can sometimes be too rough. He will especially need ongoing help to adjust to safe play with smaller dogs.

Conrad has had mixed results with cat testing, ignoring one cat, and showing lots of desire to play with another. He will continue to be assessed regarding his safety with cats and other small animals.

CHILDREN

Conrad has not been tested with young children, but has done well with the older kids in his foster home. Due to his high energy level and under-developed boundaries, he will only be placed in a home with children ages 12+, who are familiar with how to behave around an under-socialized dog.

MEDICAL

Conrad has no known medical issues.

If you're looking for a gorgeous, young, trainable German Shepherd
who will love you forever,
Conrad may be your ideal family member!

CONRAD'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 CONRAD?
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

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