Sweet Stanley is a smaller GSD at 65 lbs.  But he's also starvation thin and a youngster (18 months), and we're already seeing him gain weight and fill out some.  He will be a magnificent adult! 

Stanley is full of life, loves-loves-loves to play, and is good with other dogs.  He's in a foster home with both small and large dogs, and would love it if every one of them played with him all day long.  He adores people and is just so happy to be safe and loved!

Stanley came from a tiny pound in rural Arkansas where the kill rate is 95% - only 5% of the animals get out alive.  It's heartbreaking and monstrous.  They take in over 3,300 animals every year - and only 150 escape with their lives.  STANLEY IS ONE OF THE LUCKY ONES.  We're so glad they called us so we could help!

IDEAL HOME:  Stanley needs an active home, preferrably with another doggie buddy!  This boy would be a wonderful hiking companion and outdoor activity buddy, as well as a cuddlebug.

KIDS:  We haven't seen Stanley around children and would have to test this, but we believe he will do very well.  Due to his size and enthusiasm, all interactions with kids must be supervised to avoid accidents!

CATS:  Unknown, would have to be tested.

DOGS:  YES!  would love-love-love a play buddy!  Gets along with both small and large dogs

FENCE:  secure fenced yard strongly preferred.

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