BRUCE is a mature, classically handsome German Shepherd who's looking forward to being a real part of a real family for the rest of his life.  He's chock full of excitement at the thought of not having to be outside alone all the time or shuffled off to the basement!

Bruce was kept outdoors almost round the clock and only allowed into the house at night or in bad weather.  Even then, he was isolated in the basement and never allowed to be part of the family.  How anyone could do this is beyond imagining - dogs are social animals and NEED to be in the heart of their family.  An isolated dog is an unhappy dog.

The irony is that Bruce is such a sweet dog and truly loves everyone.  Although he's been isolated and shut out all his life, he's never given up hope of being a real part of a real family!!  He gets so excited to meet people and greet other animals that he just kind of wiggles and waggles.  In his early years, he would occasionally escape and go romping around the neighborhood looking for a party - for the company he so desperately wanted and was always denied.  He wanted what all dogs want:  company, friendship, love, a family.  

Bruce's owner relinquished him due to ill health, and now Bruce is ready to get on with the best part of his life!  He's on a grand journey and looking for that special family to have the adventure with him.

Only one very special family will get to share life with Bruce.  Only one very special family will get the privilege of showing Bruce just how loving and kind humans can be, and how grand life can be.  Is that YOU?
 
DOGS:                       Yes.  Has not been tested yet around small dogs
CATS:                        Yes, seems to be ok
KIDS:                         Appears to do fine
IDEAL FAMILY:       A close, loving family who will keep him close and take him lots of places, play with him every day, and make the transition to the next chapter of his life with him.    
 

BRUCE'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 BRUCE?
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

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