IGGY (Ignatius) 

MEET IGGY:  A 1 year old white shep high-mix.  Cutest patches of golden brown on his back here and there.  A young lunkhead in need training.   Without training he will likely counter surf and anything else he can get away with - he's a crafty one!  Iggy has been excellent with kids at the 3 events we took him to.  OK with other dogs with proper intro's.  Has occaionally gotten nasty with a dog or two, but has IMMEDIATELY backed away when the water bottle was used.  Very trainable!  (And I do mean backed away, he wanted away from that water bottle big time!!!). 

Iggy is a Level 1+ dog ... he's not the kind of dog you can just bring into your house and that's it.  He's the kind who needs a leader, and once he knows he has to toe the line he'll be fine.  A real lover - would undoubtedly be a lap dog if allowed.   Gorgeous boy and will be great for someone who's willing to take the time to train him.

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