MARCI is one of 4 wonderful high german shepherd mix youngsters we recently took in.  They had been at a rural humane society for 3 months, left there by owners who carelessly bred a German Shepherd and a Lab, but couldn't sell the puppies so dumped them to die at taxpayer expense.  The humane society called us only when the puppies were next on the kill list, and thanks to Facebook we were able to get 4 wonderful foster homes with virtually no notice!

All of the pups seem to be the same temperament - sweet, loving, and downright charming!  Marci is a "people-pleaser" and really wants to please you.  She can be a little shy at first but  loves everyone (dog and human alike). is soft and gentle with everyone  (child and adult alike) and seems to be enjoying the heck out of herself for the first time in her life!   

Marci is in a foster home with a mature female German Shepherd, and the two took to each other instantly.  WIthin a day they were playing tug of war with a rope toy, and generally being good friends.  She also is living with two children in her foster home (slightly older, roughly 6-12 yrs) and adores them.  They also adore her!   She's so sweet, and so crazy pretty with her soft face and eyes, that it's impossible not to fall in love the minute you meet her! 

Marci was totally dumbfounded by everything in her foster home at first.  She was confused by the dishwasher, the frig, and especially the TV!  She cocked her head and started at the TV as if to say "Whaaaat are those sounds coming from that big flat thing???  Doesn't look human to me....  Hmmmm .... "   It was clear that the pups had been outdoor dogs at the breeder's house, and then spent the rest of their lives in a shelter - and they have a lot to learn.  But Marci and her siblings are soaking it up quickly.  It's a joy to see them unfold and emerge into a normal life as a loved and loving companion! 

Marci had the most difficult time of all the pups with the housetraining, and did a lot of submissive peeing during the first week or two.  But she's gaining confidence by leaps and bounds, and seems to understand now that she's safe and loved -- and her accidents have dwindled to almost nothing.  It won't be long before she's completely housetrained.  She's also crate-trained (thanks in large part to her doggie sister, who is teaching her by example).

Like her sister Sissy, Marci is just plain adorable, with a soft, charming face and a gentle, loving personality.  In fact you have to look closely to tell the two apart when they're together (we tell them apart by the slightly different markings on their heads).  We believe Marci will be one terrific family companion and pet for a family of any type - with or without kids, highly or moderately active.  She would ADORE having another dog and that is strongly preferred (it's her comfort zone, she has always lived with other dogs).  We also prefer a securely fenced yard.



DOGS:             YES.  A home with a doggie buddy is strongly preferred!
CATS:              Unknown.  Would have to be tested but we believe will do well
KIDS:              YES.  Has been very good around kids at events and similar situations
IDEAL FAMILY:   A family looking for a soft, gentle kiddo to share their love and life FOREVER!  No more being dumped or unwanted, or living in a kennel run!  A family who truly will regard her as a family member and keep her safe and cared for, for life!  A family willing and able to see her through the final part of her emergence into a normal, loving life as a beloved family pet!

If you're looking for a gorgeous, sweet. young, trainable furball
who will love you forever,
MARCI may be your dream dog!

MARCI's ADOPTION FEE:   $250
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 o

INTERESTED IN ADOPTING MARCI?
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Good with Dogs, 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.

 

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