INDIE came to MOGS from a local shelter, after being held for a 10-day bite quarantine. He was taken in as a stray, along with an Animal Control bite-hold, following reports of a brown-colored mix-breed "mauling" two people at a nearby lake [mauling=multiple scratches on hands and arms of the pedestrians, some requiring stitches. No bites were reported]. After three days, this boy is the only one they could find to take in. Since he's black and cream, nobody is really certain that he was the animal involved.

*** Indie is currently in boarding due to a lack of available foster homes!  Indie is looking for an experienced German Shepherd foster to stay with so we can get to know him better before finding him a great forever home.  Please send an email to mogsfostermgr@gmail.com if you can help! ***


TEMPERAMENT

Information pending, due to Boarding status

OTHER ANIMALS

Indie has tested well with other dogs of all sizes, and should do well in a home with other dogs, with appropriate inroductions. During his cat test, Indie was avoidant, and may be able to co-exist in a home with cats, with proper training and leadership.

CHILDREN

Indie has not been tested around children, and due to the existing bite-report, will only be placed in homes with kids 16+

MEDICAL

Indie is Heartworm positive, and currently undergoing treatment. He has no other known health issues at this time.




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

INDIE'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 INDIE?
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

Thank you for considering a homeless dog or cat.