STASHA was picked up on the street as a stray, then surrendered to a local shelter.

** Note: Stasha has been aged by the shelter as 1.5 years old, but aged by a private practice vet at 9-months old. **


TEMPERAMENT

STASHA is an even-tempered young female, who is very friendly with both children and adults.

Because she is a new intake, our information is limited. We will update temperament as we learn more about Stasha from her foster home.


OTHER ANIMALS

Stasha was involved in multiple play groups during her stay at the shelter, and did well with dogs of all sizes. She has also been cat-tested and appears curious about cats, but correctable.

Important Note: Stasha was temporarily placed in a foster home with other dogs, and showed reactivity to both, resulting in urgent re-placement in boarding. Because of this, more assessment will be needed prior to being placed in a home with other dogs.

CHILDREN

Stasha has not been tested with young children, but has done well with pre-teen and above.

MEDICAL

Stasha is up-to-date on all vaccines, is spayed and heartworm negative. During her spay surgery, the shelter successfully corrected a hernia. She has no other known medical issues.

STASHA may be your dream buddy!

STASHA'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 STASHA?
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.