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CINNAMON (aka "Tula") is the first liver-colored GSD we've ever had in rescue.  Not only is she a liver GSD, she's what is called a "cinnamon liver" GSD.  She has beautiful standard markings and saddle, but in the muted liver color overlaid with a reddish (cinnamon) hue.  Her sire and dame were a liver and a cinnamon liver, respectively.

Aside from her stunning and unusual looks, Cinnamon also has a lovely personality!  She's a true German Shepherd and is protective of her house, but not overly so. She is very good about staying in her yard, which has a low fence.  She is not used to being around small children and that would have to be tested before placement. 

Cinnamon's story is a sad one.  Her owner fell on hard times and is losing his home.  They used to do some backyard breeding, and took Cinnamon's mother and father to a local pound a while back when they could no longer afford to feed 3 dogs.  Her parents were seniors - 10 yrs old - and we suspect they died in that high kill pound since owner surrenders are the first to be killed, and as seniors they would have been at the top of the kill list.  We pray every night for these two lovely dogs.

But Cinnamon is alive and getting a second chance at life.  She LOVES to play ball - she'll run and fetch as long as you'll throw it!  We will post a video soon.  She is reluctant around strangers at first but warms up pretty quickly.  She lived with other GSDs, and with a smaller dog for a while, and did fine.  Cats are unknown and would have to be tested.

Cinnamon needs a stable, secure, loving home for the next 6-7 years of her life.  She is used to a quiet household of adults and would love to have the same again!

MEDICAL NOTE:  When we took Cinnamon to have her spayed, the vet discovered that she had massively enflamed ovaries - he said they were the "ugliest and largest" he'd ever seen.  Fortunately a biopsy of the tissue was benign. However, at the time of the spay he also found a large mammary tumor.  We later had it removed and biopsied, and it was the lowest level carcinoma (cancer).  We then had to do yet another surgery to get a wider "margin" around the tumor area (1.5" is recommended, we were able to get 2.5").   Poor Cinnamon has been through 3 surgeries in a row, had drains, worn an E-collar and been a real trooper.  THE GREAT NEWS:  SHE'S COME THROUGH WITH FLYING COLORS AND IS FINE.

WILL YOU BE THE LUCKY ONE TO SHARE LIFE WITH CINNAMON?
SHE WILL BE YOUR PROTECTOR AND PLAYMATE!

CINNAMON's ADOPTION FEE:  $300
This fee covers only part of the vet and boarding expenses for the dogs we save.  It includes the dog's spay/neuter, heartworm test, heartworm treatment if needed, rabies, distemper/parvo and bordatella vaccinations, deworming and microchip.

INTERESTED IN ADOPTING CINNAMON?
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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