GIBBS is a beautiful, young, classic black and tan German Shepherd who was in a city shelter as a stray and never claimed.  At just over a year old, he's a sweetheart!  He flew through his temperament tests at the shelter and got along with everyone - dogs and people. 

Due to a shortage of people willing to open their hearts and homes to foster, Gibbs is currently in boarding.  He's doing very well there, and is already playing with Buddy, one of our other young males at the same boarding kennel.  When we are able to get him into a foster home, we will be able to tell more about him.   But everything now points to Gibbs being a gem of a boy, a youngster who just needs training, guidance and loving parents to help him into adulthood as a well-behaved example of the breed!

Gibbs is heartworm positive (unusual in a young dog but indicates it is in the very early stages).  He's currently being treated for it, and the treatment will be over on Aug. 1.



DOGS:                   Yes!  Would LOVE a doggie play buddy!
CATS:                   Unknown, would have to be tested
KIDS:                    Would have to be tested, have not observed him around small kids.  Best guess:  he'd be fine
IDEAL FAMILY:     An active family with a securely fenced yard (6 ft preferred) and another dog to play with, a family who will exert the effort and make the time to train him properly, so he becomes a beautifully behaved boy and a great example of the breed!


 


GIBBS' 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 GIBBS?
Complete an Adoption Application Now!

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.

 

Have Questions? Email us at mogsrescue@gmail.com

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