Charlie came to MOGS after being surrendered from living life on a chain in a backyard. He now has a second chance to find the lucky family he deserves!
 

TEMPERAMENT/BEHAVIOR
Since Charlie has arrived at his foster home, he has proved to be a friendly, happy and energetic boy! He has done some counter surfing, he is a very tall boy, but only seems to do it if left unsupervised for a while. He is proving to be a typical intelligent GSD, who will test the boundaries but will learn quick!

TRAINING
Charlie is such a quick learner! He already waits patiently to be told he can get in or out of the car. Charlie will kennel right up when requested and seems okay being in his kennel. He can be a little excited and move around when he is trying to be leashed, but is quickly learning to wait patiently like his foster siblings. His walking skills are a work in progress, he does pull some on the leash and is very focused on all the squirrels.

PEOPLE
Charlie LOVES pretty much everyone. So far, he has loved new meeting people and all of the getting and giving attention that goes along with it. He has also done well meeting kids too. He initially did some mouthing when he was excited but has gotten much better after being corrected.

OTHER ANIMALS
Charlie has adjusted well to his two foster brothers. He loves to play with the more energetic GSD and understands to mostly leave his lower energy brother alone. He seems to get along with most dogs he meets unless the other dog is showing aggression. Charlie reacts to this and will get excited. Any introductions to other dogs should be slow and supervised. He has not been cat tested at this time.

MEDICAL
No known medical issues, he was a little underweight but has been eating well and is looking better.

 

CHARLIE'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 CHARLIE?
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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