CHAMP is a gorgeous, adorable hunk of German Shepherd who LOVES people and LOVES to play with other dogs.  But what he especially loves is running around with a toy in his mouth - preferably a nice stuffed toy!  He is so sweet and innocent, keeping his precious toy in his mouth and stockpiling them - that you smile just watching him!

Champ is great with other dogs, and was instant playmates with another high drive male GSD in his foster home.  He also got along with all the other dogs, including small and large dogs.  He does not live with cats, and the owner said he was not good with cats.  However, we cat tested him at the vet's office and he actually backed away from a cat who hissed at him slightly.  We would want to test this further but the indications are that he can nprobably be trained to live with a cat.

Champ is a gentle, sweet boy who is good with people of all ages and absolutely adores attention.  He would dearly love to curl up with you by the fire, or run/hike with you, or just hang out with you.  He's what is called a "soft-eared" German Shepherd (i.e., his ears don't stand up, a genetic condition).  And although it gives him a 'softer' look, he's still a true German Shepherd and is protective of his home and family. 

Champ's story is a horrific one.  He and his dad, Silver, were part of a terrible breeder situation in rural Kansas.  The breeder just left town one day -- and left behind dozens of German Shepherds to starve.  They were crammed in the basement, the rest of the house, and in outdoor kennels.  No one knew the breeders had left and when the dogs were finally found, they were all starving and living in their own filth.  Tragically, the dogs who were crammed into the basement were completely unsocialized and were killed.  But thanks to the efforts of a local vet, some of the other dogs made it out alive.  Champ and Silver were two of the lucky ones.  Champ and Silver were adopted out together to a local man who took care of them and spent a good deal of time with them.  But a year later, he went through a bad breakup with his longtime girlfriend and simply disappeared one day.  He left Champ and Silver with his elderly father, who was afraid of them and kept them in an outdoor pen 24/7.  For several months Champ and Silver sat in a small outdoor pen with little shelter and once again in their filth (see the last 3 pictures).  That's when MoGS stepped in.

So Champ has been through enough for a lifetime and deserves THE best home, THE most loving family, and THE best future ever.  We're going to be very particular about his new home and adoptive family - so that Champ is set for life and will NEVER again have to worry.

Only one adopter will get the privilege of having this sweet, adorable boy join their family for life.  Is that YOU?

 
DOGS:         Yes, would love a doggie buddy!
CATS:          MAYBE.  Was cat tested with a cat at the vet's office and actually backed off.  Owner surrender form indicated he was not good with cats.  Would want to test further.
KIDS:          Yes, lives with older kids in foster care but has been introduced to small kids
IDEAL FAMILY:   an active family who will keep him supplied with lots of love and lots of stuffed toys to carry around!
 

CHAMP's ADOPTION FEE:   $300
This fee covers only part of what we spend to vet, board and rehab the dogs we save. On average we spend over $450 on each dog. We made a decision to keep our adoption fee at the 2005 level even though vet prices have doubled and tripled since then. We are constantly fundraising to cover the deficit. 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, monthly heartworm and flea preventives, and microchip. In many cases it also includes surgery and various types of vet treatment for standard issues such as hot spots, ear infections and so on.
 
INTERESTED IN ADOPTING CHAMP?
Complete an Adoption Application Now!

Good with Dogs, Good with Cats, Good with Kids

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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