RIO is an extra-large bundle of sweetheart!  This sweet and gorgeous guy is a gentle soul with the most adorable soft ears.  Hhe was surrendered by his owner, who we're told used him primarily as a breeding dog.  He's now in a fabulous foster home, and is adjusting fabulously to his new life.  

Rio wasn't socialized outside of the home, and despite that is a very friendly and calm, loving dog!  He seems to be fairly well-balanced and is perfectly content to play one minute, and just hang out the next.   He LOVES to fetch a ball in the yard, and is doing amazingly well with the cats in the home, as well as the resident dog, a loveable and calm large, white GSD.  So far, he seems to be super sweet, mellow, and an absolute dream dog! He has just gone into foster care so we're excited to watch and see his full personality come out and shine. Stay tuned for updates on his progress! 

 
DOGS:    YES, would love a play buddy!
CATS:     Yes
KIDS:     Yes, was tested with kids 2, 6, and 8 and was very friendly.  Supervision is required as he is a large boy who will easily knock a child over during play.
IDEAL FAMILY:   A family who will continue the great work his foster home has started; socialization, regular walks, training, and leadership.  And let's not forget LOTS of LOVE!
 

RIO'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 RIO?
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

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