DEXTER is a gorgeous bi-color German Shepherd who's a big boy - 90+ lbs.  He's super loving and just wants badly to be part of a family and loved!  He gets along with other dogs, both small and large, and is currently in a temporary foster home with two other large dogs, one male and one female.   This boy just wants a foever family who will love him and include him in everything!

Dexter was a victim of neglect and cruelty in southern Missouri, whicih is known as "The Puppy Mill Capital of the U.S." (it supplies over 40% of the puppies sold in pet stores in the U.S.).   His owner bought him as a young puppy and promptly chained him outdoors  - and he stayed chained to a tree for 6 years, 24/7, in extreme heat, cold, wet, storms.  The owners' only interest was breeding him to make money.  He was totally neglected and never loved.  The owner discovered breeding wasn't the quick-money-maker they thought, finally got tired of poor Dexter, and decided  they just didn't want him anymore.  They just wanted him gone, tried to give him away to anyone who would take him, and fortunately for Dexter a loving co-worker found out, was appalled, and immediately took him in. 

So Dexter, who never had shots or even the most basic vet care, is now fully vetted and healthy.  He currently weighs 90 lbs and can stand gain maybe 10 lbs more.  Dexter's owners said they  bought "the cheapest food we could find," so he had crummy nutrition during his chained years.  But he's now getting highly nutritritous food and loving it.  He adores Milk Bones, too. 

What immediately strikes you about Dexter is how incredibly loving he is - despite the cruel life he suffered at the hands of a human being, he just wants to be loved by humans!!!  Wherever you are, he wants to be.  He's truly an amazing dog with so much to give!!!

Dexter gets along with other dogs, small and large, and is currently in a temporary foster home with a male boxer and a female mix.  Cats are unknown and would have to be tested.  We don't know how he is around kids, but suspect that aside from his sheer size/power, he would be a lover and cuddler.  That would have to be tested, and as with any large, powerful dog his interaction with small children would have to be supervised at all times - to ensure there are no accidents or too-rough play.

Dexter seems to be a very social guy and great in crowds - to love people one-on-one or in big groups.  His foster home recently had a large group over over (all tall, big men) and Dexter couldn't get enough attention.   He was in his element, and lovin' it!

Dexter is almost house-trained and LOVES car rides!  His foster mom takes him on a 20 minute care ride every night.  It's as if he's soaking up the world around him, which he never knew was there and never got to see.  The world is now open to him and he's taking it all in with gusto!

Whoever Dexter's forever family is, they're going to be one VERY lucky family!  This boy has so much to teach us about what real love is, what unconditional love is, and what survival is.  Are YOU that family?  Are YOU looking for an amazing dog with an amazing story and an amazing personality?  Dexter is that dog!



DOGS:                 Yes, would love some doggie company
CATS:                  Unknown, would have to be tested
KIDS:                  Have not seen him around children but believe he would do very well.  Only issue would be his sheer size and power - interactions with small children will have to be supervised at all times to avoid any accidental knock-downs or too-rough play
IDEAL FAMILY:     a moderately active family who want a FAMILY MEMBER and will love and cherish this remarkable boy!  A securely fenced yard is strongly preferred. 

If you're looking for a gorgeous, mature, large German Shepherd
who just wants to be part of a loving family and
explore the world he never knew,
DEXTER may be the bets thing that ever happened to you!

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