FOSTER ME OR ADOPT ME!

Update 8.4.09

Here's what Doc's foster has to say about him:

"He's a wonderful dog! He's smart and wants to please and is completely housetrained as well! He walks well on a leash. (I'm pretty sure a child could walk him! He stays right beside you and we haven't used any type of choke chain or slip collar on him.) He LOVES going to the dog park where he can run and chase Riley (my Siberian Husky) around and play in the kiddie pools as well. I took him to the lake a few weeks ago and he stayed close (which is more than I can say for Riley) and if I went out into the water he just followed me out there and would swim around me in circles. After about a month with us (and a move to a different apartment) he became comfortable enough to start playing with Riley's toys (he loves his kong and I bought him one of his own) and rawhides. He's quiet in his kennel and if he's ever missing from our sides we can usually find him in there, or the bathtub for some reason...:) He's fairly low energy and has worked out as an apartment dog very well! He is nervous around strangers but warms up as long as they don't keep trying to force him to approach him. He likes being around other dogs and is attached to Riley, so if Riley goes out without him he does have a little anxiety. He's just a wonderful dog that's easy to get along with!"

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DOC ended up as one of "the walking dead" at a very high kill shelter in rural southern Missouri, the heart of puppy mill country. He's a german shepherd mix but we couldn't let him die unwanted, unloved and terrified!

Doc is on the small side at about 50 pounds and still is confused about what's been happening to him. We think he was once someone's special companion and was well cared for. But whatever reason, he ended up in a horrible place and doesn't know what to make of it all. So, he's a little shy and takes a bit to warm up to you. But warm up he does!

We have not seen or tested Doc around cats or children yet, but we believe it's very likely he will be fine with both. His general demeanor is shy and non-aggressive. He seems to get along with other dogs, though he doesn't like puppies romping in his face.

All Doc needs is time, patience, TLC and training and he'll be a wonderful medium-sized, lifetime companion.

Doc's adoption fee is $200. For an explanation of our fees, policies, and what vetting is covered, please visit us at: www.mogsrescue.petfinder.com.

Doc's boarding fees alone have already surpassed the $200 adoption fee mark, so please consider contributing so that we may continue to help others like him! You can donate securely with PayPal through our website at www.mogsrescue.com. Thank you!

To apply, email mogsrescue@yahoo.com. Please put "Doc - Application please" in the subject line.

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