SALVI is a gorgeous Belgian Tervuren Shepherd that was left unclaimed by his owner at a local shelter.


TEMPERAMENT

Salvi is super-friendly boy, who started out a bit rough around the edges, but with appropriate handling has revealed that he's a total gem!

Salvi loves being with his people, and has been friendly with adults and children of all ages. He has started learning some basic behavior commands, such as sit, down and wait ["wait" is a command used to prevent dogs from bolting at doorways and gates]. He walks well on a leash, is house-broken and crate-trained. Salvi does have some mild separation anxiety, so will need to be worked with closely for the first few months post-adoption, to help him relax and learn his crate means safety and comfort, vs. abandonment [one of his super powers is crate-breaking when anxious and home alone].

OTHER ANIMALS

Salvi is currently in a foster home with two bigger dogs, and his most favorite activity is to play and play and play, and tease his canine buddies into chasing him into zoomies. Salvi does have moderate-to-high energy, but will settle down nicely when expected to do so inside the home. He will need to have a home with at least one dog his size or larger, to help guide his behavior, as well as burn off energy.

Salvi has been cat tested multiple times, and does not appear to be a risk to cats.

CHILDREN

Salvi has been exposed to adults and children of all ages at multiple event sights, and has done well with them all.

MEDICAL

Salvi is up-to-date on all vaccines, is neutered and heartworm negative. He has had some swelling complications post-neuter, but these issues are being resolved.

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

SALVI'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 SALVI?
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.