Niki is a beautiful girl who had a rough start in life.  Her owner - a young single woman who lived in a bad part of town - got Nikki for 'protection' but had no idea what to do with a German Shepherd.  So she dumped Nikki at a shelter saying she had "no time".  The worse part was that she also said Niki was "too loud" -- and so she had muzzled Niki almost full time!  What's even worse is that the muzzle  was too small! 

So on top of being frustrated, under-exercised, and untrained, poor Nikki had sores and scars all over her nose from the muzzle! 

Fortunately, Nikki found her way to our program and started her rehab.  And she's come a long way in her time in foster care!  We're very proud of this girl -- she used to be out of control (never given any boundaries or rules) but now understands that there are rules.  And she's  actually enjoying life more because of it!  She doesn't have to try and be in charge of everything and can play, relax and be the great dog she is.  She does need a strong canine leader who will set and enforce the rules, and continue to teach and guide her, but she is an outstanding girl who will make some lucky family an incredible companion and guardian. 

Nikki has has both informal and formal training, and her adopter will have support from her professional trainers for a full year after adoption. 

Nikki is affectionate and loving, and is also high energy.  She LOVES to play with the "flirt pole" and will play endlessly if allowed.  She needs an active home where she'll get daily exercise and attention.  She gets along with most dogs, though she would not do well with another dog who is an alpha.  Nikki lived with cats in a foster home (see picture) and, with training, learned to be just fine with them.  We suspect she would still chase a cat outdoors, but she's fine with indoor cats. 

Nikki requires a securely fenced yard (6 ft fence strongly preferred).  She is crate trained and house trained. 

Snapshot:

Approximate weight: 75lbs
Fence needs: Securely fenced yard required; 6 ft. high strongly preferred 
Owner type: is high energy - must have an active family and get plenty of exercise daily
Favorite activity: loves playing with her flirt pole -- an awesome way to blow her energy!  
Activity level: High
Dogs: Niki gets along well with most other dogs -- not recommended with other alpha dogs
Cats:  lived with 2 cats in foster home and, with training, learned to do well
Kids:   respectful kids ages 10 and up only.

Sadly, Niki started life with an owner who never taught her anything, didn't have any idea what to do with a German Shepherd, and unwittingly almost ruined her.  She was muzzled almost full time, never exercised, and allowed to rule the roost. 

HAPPILY, she's now gotten past most of that and just needs a strong canine leader who will continue what we've accomplished with her rehab.  

She's ready for a life of love and adventure!  Are YOU ready for an energetic young companion who just might be the best dog you've evver had??  Apply  now!



NIKKI'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 NIKKI?
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.

 

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