Rambunctious Rudy is energetic, loving, healthy, intelligent, and full of life!

BACKSTORY
Rudy transferred into MOGS from a rural KS shelter and is currently living in a foster home.

TEMPERAMENT / BEHAVIORAL
Rudy is a happy, goofy, curious, excited boy who has times of extreme high energy. He has done very well in his foster home. He has free roam when the family is home and is kenneled when they are out. Rudy will wait quietly in his big kennel (needs an XL 36" kennel), ready to blast out to start the day but has learned to sit patiently inside to be let out. Rudy loves car rides and will jump right in. He also enjoys ball chasing, water play, soft squeaky toys, Nylabones and chewing treats. Overall, he would do best in an active home with a yard and another dog pal of similar size & energy.

TRAINING
Rudy knows sit, down and stay (for a short time) commands. He is house trained and has not had any accidents in his foster home. He tries to listen to signals but will sometimes be too excited. He needs a home with strong leadership who is willing to continue his training. He may react/bark at strangers but once he knows you, he is loving and affectionate. He has had no formal training that we know of but did well in a busy area (The Plaza) group socialization walking class and fit right in with dogs & people - needs to attend obedience school. He has not counter surfed but he has tried to grab shoes or other items thinking they are toys. Rudy quickly learns what not to play with when he is corrected. Rudy has jumped but only when REALLY excited. He is still learning his walking manners and is a very strong puller. He walks very good with a prong collar. He does tend to bark at strangers or new people visiting but is friendly once he makes contact. 

OTHER ANIMALS
Rudy gets along with and has been friendly with all dogs. He plays best with dogs his same size as he plays rough and tumble. He shares water and toys with his foster siblings but is fed in his kennel as his foster is working on teaching him eating manners. He has shown interest in cats but not overly interested. He did well in a group training exercise with other people and dogs. Rudy would do best in a home with a same sized doggy play buddy so he can burn off energy. He could also do well with a very active family who could help him get enough exercise.

PEOPLE
Rudy is very friendly with all people. He would do best in a home with older children due to his energy level unless his future family is experienced with this and provides strong leadership. He tends to bark at new people but once he gets to meet them, he's very overly friendly. His foster family reports that he does bark at strangers who are outside the yard.

MEDICAL
Rudy is up-to-date on all vaccines, has a current rabies tag, is neutered and has been microchipped. He has no known medical issues.

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

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