JOHANNA came to MOGS as a cruelty case, after being removed from the custody of a breeder. She arrived to us significantly underweight, with a coat in poor shape, fly strike injuries and nails so long her toes were twisting to the sides.

TEMPERAMENT

JOHANNA has only just recently been placed into a foster home, so evaluation of her temperament is still a work in progress.

What we do know at this point, is that this girl is super-sweet and loves to hang out with her people. She is not crate-trained, but is working on that with her foster parents. On the occasions where she has escaped from her crate, she has been completely calm in the home, and had no issues with counter surfing or getting into the trash. She is also very smart and wants to please people, so is learning basic commands very quickly.

This small-framed girl is also a bundle of energy, and is quite acrobatic at times - especially when she is walking on a leash.

OTHER ANIMALS

Johanna is very even-tempered and gets along with other dogs well, with appropriate introductions. She has also been completely calm with the cats in her foster home.

CHILDREN

Johanna has not yet been tested with children

MEDICAL

Johanna has no known medical issues

If you're looking for an energetic German Shepherd
to run, hike or play with,
Johanna may be your ideal family member!

JOHANNA'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 Johanna?
Complete an Adoption Application Now!

Good with Dogs, Good with Cats, Good with Kids

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

Thank you for considering a homeless dog or cat.