Baby Jolie is an adorable white german shepherd girl who was being badly abused in southern Missouri (which is known as "The Puppy Mill Capital of the U.S.")  She was only 7 months old when we got the call to save her from a life of hell.  A local law enforcement officer pleaded with us to help her. 

At first she was so scared of everything and everyone that she would hide and cower all the time.  We could barely get her to walk and putting her on a leash instantly terrified her.  The only comfort she had was her foster sister, another GSD with an outgoing personality, and she clung to her like glue.  When put in a crate in a different room, poor Baby J literally went crazy trying to claw her way out of the crate.  She was terrified to be without her new sister she had just met!  It was heartbreaking.

But thanks to her wonderful foster family, Baby J has slowly turned many corners and overcome most of her early abuse.  She is still a shy and sensitive girl, but she's gained a lot of confidence and learned that humans can be good!  She adores the kids in her foster family (6 and 13 yrs) and absolutely loves to be with her family. 

Baby J is one of those dogs who melt your heart.  She will literally be your heart dog!  She is unassuming, loving, playful, adores other dogs, is great with kids, and continues to grow in confidence every day.  It's a joy to have watched her blossom in these last 7 months.  But now she needs her very own forever home where she can settle in permanently - with a family who will love her and care for her for the rest of her life. 

Baby J needs a family who is active, patient and exceptionally loving!  Her new family MUST have at least one other dog, as this is Baby J's greatest comfort.  She is a sensitive girl and will still react to being yelled at or having a hand raised to her.  She will eventually get past this all together but there is still some of that.  She is a gentle soul in a puppy's body -- and with a puppy's energy and playfulness!

OTHER DOGS:  DEFINITELY!  New family MUST HAVE AT LEAST ONE OTHER DOG.
CATS:  unknown, would have to test
KIDS:   yes.  Lives with kids now
IDEAL HOME:  an active home with TONS of love, patience and gentleness to give Baby J - and at least one other doggie buddy!

BABY JOLIE'S ADOPTION FEE:  $300
This fee covers only part of what we spend on vetting and boarding the dogs we save, and has not changed in 7 years despite dramatic hikes in vet and boarding prices.  Our average cost per dog is now over $450.   At minimum your adoption fee includes the dog's spay/neuter, heartworm test, heartworm treatment if needed, rabies shot, distemper/parvo shot, bordatella shot, deworming and microchip.  In many cases it also includes surgery, bloodwork, X-rays, and treatment and medications for conditions such as thyroid, ear infections, eye problems, skin conditions and many others.


INTERESTED IN ADOPTING BABY JOLIE?
Complete an Adoption Application Now!

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