KOBE transferred to MOGS from Maple Woods Vet Tech Program after they pulled him from a local shelter

Kobe is the ultimate “love life” kind of dog — happy, friendly, and always ready to make new friends (human or canine!). He’s a total sweetheart who just wants to be your best buddy, soak up all the pets, and be part of the fun.

If you ask Kobe what his favorite part of the day is, he’d say: mealtime! This guy LOVES food and treats — it’s definitely the way to his heart. His food motivation makes him super easy to train, too! He’s already mastered sit, stay, come, kennel up, load up, wait, down, place, and even crawl. We’re still working on “drop it” and “leave it”... but, you know, when snacks are involved, he sometimes pretends not to hear us. 

Kobe has a nice balance of energy — he’s always down to play and have some fun, but he doesn’t need hours of exercise every day. He’s kennel trained (though accidents happen now and then), housebroken, and rides in the car like a pro. He also walks beautifully on leash and loves chasing squirrels in the backyard. In fact, he’s got some serious hops! He can jump almost as high as his foster’s 6-foot fence — not to escape, just to make sure that sneaky squirrel gets the message.

Bath time? No problem! Kobe handles it like a champ.

Now, every dog has their quirks, right? Kobe’s challenge is the vet. Because of some rough experiences in his past, he’s very fearful of being handled by vets and needs heavy sedation for any hands-on care. He’ll happily walk into the office, get on the scale, and even greet everyone — but the moment he thinks something’s coming toward him, his fear takes over.

He’s also made huge progress with resource guarding — something he’s been working through beautifully with his foster family. Whether it’s because he’s learned to trust them or he’s truly relaxing, it’s hard to say, but he’s doing so much better! Building trust will be key for his future family.

We’re still figuring out how he feels about nail trims and cats, but overall, Kobe is an affectionate, goofy, food-loving companion who just wants to love and be loved in return

KOBE'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 KOBE?
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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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