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LOCATION:    Kansas City area
AGE:               approx 2 yrs
TEMPERAMENT:  super sweet, gentle boy
 
IVAN was rescued by a wonderful inner city rescue group.  His life was a horror - chained, neglected, starved.  As you will see from the picture, his ears had the worst fly strikes we've ever seen.  They are healing well but the tips of his ears will always be gone. 

Despite the horror of his life, IVAN is one of the friendliest guys around.  Why is it that so many dogs who have been so badly treated are so nice to humans?  We don't know.  We just know that IVAN is super handsome and super nice, and will make someone a lifetime companion like you wouldn't believe.  He will love, love, love you forever.

IVAN is good with other dogs, adores people and is good on a leash.  He is heartworm positive and his treatment takes place on 8.9.10. 

Here is the heartbreaking story of how the rescue found IVAN.   Chain of Hope found him on a very, very hot day. We almost missed him because he was all wrapped up and tangled in the bushes, panting heavily. He was in much distress. We've seen many, many bloody ears this summer but Ivan's were probably the worst we've seen, poor baby.

CONTACT Chain of Hope at 816. 221-8080

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