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PO Box 34676
Kansas City, MO 64116

Last Updated:
11/19/2024 9:44 PM

Missouri German Shepherd Rescue
Love In Action - Restoring Hope for German Shepherds
an IRS 501(c)3 non-profit organization

German Shepherd Dog : : Male : : Young : : Large

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About Thor (6.14)
Status: Adopted! Adoption Fee: 350.00 Species: Dog General Color: Black with Tan, Yellow or Fawn Current Age: 11 Years 4 Months (best estimate)

THOR is one remarkable boy!! He's only 9 months old but has been through so much -- and still has an amazing personality full of love and sweetness. Thor loves kids! When he first met the foster's youngest child (2 yrs old), he immediately rolled over and begged for a belly rub. He also seems to like other dogs though he's a bit too enthusiastic in his greetings/play, and needs to learn to gentle down. He's a boy who seems to just want to enjoy life.

Thor's owners loved him but were unable to afford his vet care or provide the needed attention after he was hit by a car in February at 5 months old. Ultimately they loved Thor enough to give him up so he can get the care he needs.

Thor is an incredibly loving youngster who just wants desperately to be part of the family, play with other dogs, and generally do what pups do - have fun. He loves belly rubs and loves it when you stop to play with him. He's great with kids and seems able to gentle down with small children. He still "mouths" some (a GSD herding behavior that should be trained out of them as small puppies) and clearly has some general training needs. But he's a smart boy and wants to please so should be easy to train. Consistent training is the key, as with any young dog.

MEDICAL: LONG-TERM -- Thor's car accident left him with a partially damaged radial nerve in his front left leg, and there is no surgical intervention for it.   The vet opinion is that in the long run Thor may have a very slight limp, or it may gradually disappear all together. Either way it does not present a major problem except that Thor will never be a jogging partner or doggie athlete. SHORT-TERM -- Thor has a large open wound on his left front paw that never healed because his movement was not restricted. As a result, the wound has stayed open and bleeding. He's now on a "restricted movement" rehab -- basically on crate rest with short times out but not on the paw. He can spend a little time sitting quietly with his foster family while watching TV, but other than that he's on the equivalent of doggie bed rest.   THIS PROTOCOL IS ABSOLUTELY NECESSARY FOR AT LEAST 8 WEEKS (through mid-August 2014) IN ORDER FOR HIS PAW TO HEAL. If you are qualified, willing and able to be a "mean nurse" and strictly enforce these rules with Thor, he can go home before his paw is completely healed. If not, he will remain with MOGS until it is healed.

Thor's story is amazing, his temperament is incredible, and his love for life is infectious. Just one VERY lucky family will get to welcome stunning, loving Thor into their family circle, cuddle with him, love on him, and laugh and cry with him for a lifetime. Is that YOU?   Better hurry and apply! He steals hearts right and left!

DOGS:                     Yes. Seems fine though further testing is still needed
CATS:                       Unknown. Would have to be tested
KIDS:                       Yes, loves kids
IDEAL FAMILY:        An active family with the time and discipline to provide the training he needs, as well as the medical rehab discipline needed for his foot to heal. A securely fenced yard and a doggie play buddy!

If you're looking for a stunning youngster who needs you as much as you need him, and who will love you forever,
THOR may be your dream dog!

THOR's ADOPTION FEE: $350
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.

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Good with Dogs, Good with Kids

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We're picky about our adopters.
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.
Will the dog be an inside family pet? We do not adopt to outdoor-only homes. All dogs must be indoor dogs.
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!!
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?
Will you make a lifetime commitment? It's your responsibility to keep your dog safe, loved and cared for FOR LIFE.
Do you understand we expect you to keep that lifetime commitment? It's YOUR RESPONSIBILITY to stick by your family member -- no matter what.
Are you unable or unwilling to make a lifetime commitment? Do not apply.