COPPER is a GORGEOUS young black & tan GSD, who's spunky and full of life!  He has shown up at a local shelter twice, being picked up as a lost dog or stray.  They found he was microchipped -- his owners came back to pick him up the first time -- the second time no calls were returned and no one came to claim him.  While we are heartbroken that he was abandoned, their loss is our gain!  We're moving full speed ahead and are looking for his perfect forever home.

Copper is a very loving and energetic boy.  What else would we expect from a 1 year old puppy?  He enjoys being with his humans, and absolutely loves playing with his doggie foster siblings as well.  He's a typical young, untrained GSD though - so while he may be goofy, loving, and sweet - he also can be a bit of a "lunkhead".  He responds well to correction, and even though he had terrible leash manners when we picked him up from the shelter, he responded really well to being on-leash with a prong collar.  Check out his video - even his foster family's children were able to walk him with great success (Note, we normally don't recommend children of these ages walking GSDs, but Copper's family was at home, working on training him).  He's made such great progress that he now he wears a regular collar for his walks!  With consistent leadership and continued training, he's going to be one heck of an awesome companion!

So far, Copper is getting along well with the resident dogs in his foster home, but he does play rough, so needs good supervision and correction to prevent any dog fights from breaking out.  He seems to do fine with the kids as well, but since he is a young, untrained GSD, supervision is always necessary because he could knock a child over during some of his rambunctious play, or even display some typical GSD behavior such as herding or mouthing.

Copper is a young puppy in a 1-year old's body!  He will likely display puppy behaviors such as chewing on things, or will sporadically be rambunctious in the house.  He is crate trained and house trained, and is learning or mastering new commands every day with his amazing foster family.

Copper has been in his foster home less than a week, so we're getting to know him and his personality.  More updates to come soon, so please check back often! 

DOGS:   Yes, with large-sized dogs. Will need to be tested with small dogs.
CATS:    Will need to be tested.
KIDS:    Yes, with good supervision. Copper is young and energetic, and could easily knock a small child over during excitement and play.
IDEAL FAMILY:  An active family who will give him a lifetime of exercise, excellent leadership, love!

If you're looking for a gorgeous, young, trainable furball
who will love you forever,
COPPER may be the one for you!

COPPER's ADOPTION FEE:   $275
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

INTERESTED IN ADOPTING COPPER?
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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