Background - Hiedi is a stunning, middle aged girl with a rough start to life. She was passed from family member to family member, even spending time locked under a deck, until finally being surrendered to MOGS. Despite her neglect, she is a sweetheart!

Temperment/Behavioral - Heidi is a medium energy shepherd who LOVES to cuddle. She is fully house trained and does great in either a kennel or roaming.
Thus far, she has not shown an interest in destroying toys or bedding, and she certainly loves to play with her toys! Unlike many of our dogs, Heidi loves to romp in a kiddie pool and nose around in water.
She rides well in the car and seems to enjoy going for rides.
Thus far, her foster family has seen no issues with resource guarding.
Heidi walks well on a leash, has a great recall, and has really blossomed into a fantastic girl with lots of love to give.

Other Animals - Heidi does have a med/high prey drive and would not do well in a home with cats, small pets, or small dogs.
Heidi has a preference for male dogs over female dogs as companions. She is dog selective with other female dogs. She is doing okay with other male dogs and would be okay in a dual dog home as long as the family had the knowledge and willingness (with constant supervision) to introduce the dogs properly. Heidi could also be okay being the only dog in the household (more love for her!)

Children/People - This sweetheart is a bit shy when first meeting people but warms up quickly and does not show a preference beween genders. She has been in a home with children age 6-14 yr and did great. While her behavior is unknown around children younger than 6, she does move pretty quick so a small child might be knocked down inadvertently.

HEIDI'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 HEIDI?
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

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