COPPER is a big, gorgeous guy who loves life, ADORES his people, and just wants to be part of a family!  He's loving and loveable, and will make one lucky family an ideal buddy and lifetime companion.

Copper came from a breeder who keeps dogs in dirty, small cages.  He went to live with a family who didn't pay much attention to him and began leaving him alone while they traveled.  After one time in which they left him alone in the house for a long time, they came home, found he peed in the house, and promptly turned him out to be outdoors 24/7.  He had no shelter and his food was in a rusty pan.  Water was in a dirty plastic bucket that was often dry.  The owners then had a baby and no longer wanted him, so out he went.

The irony is that Copper is one of the nicest dogs around.  Although he's totally untrained and doesn't have any manners, he's very smart and will quickly learn.  His first day in his foster home, the resident GSD immediately started following him around.  The cat hissed at him and Copper immediately hid behind his foster mom.  His former owners clearly never bothered to teach him anything, so he was a lot to learn - but he is going to be one magnificent GSD when he does!!

Are you looking for a young, gorgeous, sweet boy who just needs your training and love?  A boy who only wants to be with you and be part of the family?  A boy who gets along with everyone?  Copper's your guy!

 
DOGS:                 Yes, would love a doggie buddy.
CATS:                  Yes, hides when the cat hisses
KIDS:                   Unknown, would have to be tested.  Believe he will be fine with only the typical issue any big, enthusiastic dog has - must be supervised to avoid accidentally knocking over a small child in play
IDEAL FAMILY:   An active family with at least one other dog, who will 

 

COPPER'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 COPPER?
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