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11/28/2024 6:49 PM
 

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German Shepherd Dog  : :  Male  : :  Young  : :  Large


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About Vinnie

  • Status: Adopted!
  • Adoption Fee: 400.00
  • Species: Dog
  • General Color: Black with Tan, Yellow or Fawn
  • Current Age: 5 Years 1 Month (best estimate)
VINNIE is a gorgeous 7 month old boy who is a high GSD mix, and is as goofy and fun-loving as they come!

BACKGROUND
Vinnie's owner got him from a very rural backyard breeder to be a companion for her other dog, but then discovered two dogs was more than she could handle.  The pair kep 'escaping' while she was ato work through an unlocked doggie door, ran the neighborhood, and neighbors started complaining.  She surrendered Vinnie in order to relieve the pressur and find Vinnie a better home.

TEMPERAMENT
Vinnie is still very much a puppy, even though he's no longer tiny.  He's what we call a "young lunkhead" who needs to learn typical puppy manners, rules and boundaries.  He's sweet, loving, and just wants to enjoy life.

OTHER DOGS
He loves, loves, loves to play withother dogs.  He MUST have at least one other dog of roughly his own size and energy level to play with.

PEOPLE
Vinnie is a lover!  He adores being with his people and has not shown any negative reaction to anyone he's met to date.

KIDS
He's lived with kids in both his original home and his foster home, ages 3 to 10.  He's' done very well, is a typical youngser who can knock over a small child during play and should be supervised with small children for that reason (as with any large dog). 

OTHER
Only one lucky family will get to spend their lives with this loving young boy!  Is that YOU?  Hurry and apply!


SUMMARY
DOGS:
      Yes!  He MUST have at least one doggie playmate of roughly his own size and energy level.
CATS:
       Unknown, would have to be tested.
KIDS:
       Yes.  Has lived with kids.
IDEAL FAMILY:
  An active family with a securely fenced yard and another playful dog, who will coninue his 'educataion' and teach him rules and boundaries.  He's still a puppy at heart and needs guidance and leadership.


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

VINNIE'S ADOPTION FEE:   $400
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 VINNIE?
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.



 

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