Jojo is an 11 mo old classic black and tan German Shepherd who is one gor-geous girl.  She is completely healthy, loves people, is loving her new world filled with caring humans, and is rarin' to get into her forever home!  She's a typical German Shepherd youngster - lots of wonderful, playful energy and lots of silliness.
 
Jojo's story is all too common.  Bred by a breeder who sold her to the first person with money in hand, she had the misfortune to be bought by a farmer who threw her outdoors and then chained her.  In her short life to date, she has had no love and no training.  After less than 10 months, this farmer dumped her and another dog in the pound to die and didn't look back.   When dumped at the pound, her body condition was atrocious - full of worms, skinny, horrible coat, full of fleas and ticks, etc.  Her humans were not kind to her.  

But the caring staff at the shelter started Jojo's rehab and we are continuing it.  Jojo is full of life and love, and she's eager to meet her forever family.  She loves people, is full of typical puppy energy and just wants to be out and playing.  She has lots of energy and would love an active family to play with.   We have not tested her around smaller children yet but believe she will do fine (with the standard caveat that any big, young, enthusiastic dog can accidentally knock down a small child during play unless supervised).

We're still assessing Jojo with other dogs, but it appears she is fine with other large dogs.  No cats or small dogs.  Jojo still has a lot to learn about how to be  social and appropriate with other dogs (something she was never taught by her breeder or first owner).

Jojo is a smart young girl and we believe that with consistency, training and great leadership, she will be one outstanding young German Shepherd!

Jojo is spayed, up to date on shots and heartworm negative.

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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