BELLE is a stunning young beauty whose family bred her once and then lost their home.  If it hadn't been for the co-worker of a relative, beautiful Belle would have ended up on death row.  But fortunately, the co-worker was a rescuer who knew to contact MoGS - and Belle is now safe and sound.

A dark sable German Shepherd, Belle has just come into the program and we haven't had the chance to test her yet with other dogs.  We believe she will do well but need to confirm that.  Belle lived with small children so is fine with kids.  She's also very friendly to strangers and doesn't appear to have any aggression problems.  She rides well in the car and did beautifully at the vet.

Belle has a lot of energy and needs an ACTIVE family - she'd make a wonderful jogging partner, flyball or frisbee dog, or even agility or other types of activity.

 
DOGS:                 yet to be tested, we believe will be fine
CATS:                  unknown, would have to be tested
KIDS:                  Yes - lived with small children
IDEAL FAMILY:     an ACTIVE family who will spend 1-2 hours EVERY day giving her appropriate physical and mental exercise!

 


BELLE'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 BELLE?
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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