FAITH is a gorgeous and super-sweet young lady who was bred by a backyard breeder in mid-Missouri.  He couldn't sell Faith (and her brother Memphis), was tired of feeding them (even though he fed them very little and they were super-skinny).  He also complained that they "wouldn't come to us" (not a surprise since he left them to roam the farm with little human contact and zero socialization).  He also complained that Faith, her two brothers and her parents packed up and hassled other animals on the farm.  He demanded we get Faith and her one brother out of his farm the very next day.

When we did get Faith and her brother Memphis the next day, we discovered three things:
1. they were hyper skinny and needed an additional 10-15 lbs each
2. they were terrified of people and curled up in balls on top of each other - had not been socialized at all
3. they had fevers resulting from tickborne disease -- WE PICKED OVER 200 TICKS OFF the two dogs!!

We immediately treated Faith (and her brother) for tickborne disease, started putting weight on them, and began socializing them.  Within a few weeks, they were feeling better and began to come out of their shells of isolation.

Faith is now a normal youngster who loves, loves, loves to play with her brother, loves her people, and is enjoying life for the first time!  She still has a lot to learn and be exposed to, and her new family will need to teach her about everything from going to the park to visiting stores to common noises like the TV. 

Temperament
Sweet, sweet, sweet!!  Faith is a soft and sweet personality.  She's energetic like any young GSD but is still coming out of her terrible beginning and tends to be shy at first around new people and situations.  She's increasingly becoming curious about new things, noises and situations, and we believe she will lose that shyness eventually as she gains confidence.

House Manners
She has good house manners now, is potty trained and kennel trained.  Like a typical puppy, she will "steal" stuff like slippers, etc. and get into things.  However she is easily corrected and eager to please you.



DOGS:                            Yes.  Must have a doggie buddy to play hard with.
CATS:                             May be trainable
KIDS:                             Yes.  Good with everyone.  May be shy of kids at first until she adjusts
IDEAL FAMILY:             An active family with a securely fenced yard and a doggie buddy to play hard with.

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

FAITH'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 FAITH?
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.