DIRK came to MOGS from a local shelter, after being taken into custody by Animal Control for cruelty. Dirk was found abandoned in a home with no food or water, and was significantly underweight.


*** Dirk is currently in boarding due to a lack of available foster homes!  Dirk 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.  * * *


TEMPERAMENT

Dirk is currently placed in Boarding, and in need of a Foster Home, so little is known about his overall temperament at this time. More information will be provided as it becomes known.

OTHER ANIMALS

Dirk tested well in play groups at the Shelter, and has done well in the company of other dogs at Boarding, following supervised, slow introductions. Dirk was cat tested at the Shelter, with mixed results, and will need to be re-tested prior to placement in a home with cats or other small animals.

CHILDREN

Dirk has not be evaluated around children yet. Information pending placement into a Foster Home.

MEDICAL

Dirk was positive for Heartworm Disease at Intake, and is currently undergoing treatment.



 
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DIRK'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 DIRK?
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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