FOSTER ME OR ADOPT ME!

Location:   Kansas City area
Age:   10  months  
Temperament:   sweet, goofy, friendly


CHARLEY is a high mix, meaning he's mostly german shepherd.  CHARLEY was a stray who ended up in the pound in Emporia, KS, he was grabbed by a local rescue who asked us to take him.  Charley is a sweet kid who just needs a forever home, a family of his own, and someone who will teach him the rules. 

CHARLEY is a typical puppy - loves to play and loves people.  He does have puppy energy, but he's a very mellow guy (not hyper).  He is crate trained, plays well with other dogs, and has obviously had some training.  He sits before you open the door, knows sit/shake and rolls over for belly rubs.  He generally loves life.  He would probably be content to sit on the couch with you and have you rub his belly all night if that's your thing ;-)   We suspect he came from a good home before he landed in the pound -- he's well behaved and pretty well trained -- so we're guessing he's also housetrained. He did not have a lot of free time loose in the foster house, though, so we can't positively say he's completely housetrained.  His new family will need to monitor that and possibly work with him.

CHARLEY's adoption fee is $200. 
Adoption fee includes at minimum the spay/neuter, all vaccinations, heartworm test, heartworm treatment if necessary, and microchip.  For an explanation of our fees and policies, please visit us at  www.mogsrescue.petfinder.com   


TO APPLY
click on the "Forms" link at the left of the page and fill our an application form.

QUESTIONS 
email  mogsrescue@yahoo.com

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