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About MacMillan

  • Status: Adopted!
  • Adoption Fee: 250.00
  • Species: Dog
  • General Color: Black with Tan, Yellow or Fawn
  • Current Age: 13 Years 3 Months (best estimate)
MacMillan is a beautiful, fluffy mixed breed pup who was found as a stray, running with a pack of dogs.  We also brought in another German Shepherd who was running with him -- Zoe.  They are so happy to be safe!

Here's a quick snapshot of MacMillan:
  • Approximate weight: 60lbs; needs to gain 15lbs
  • Fence needs: Securely fenced yard strongly recommended.
  • Owner type: TBD
  • Favorite activity: We're still getting to know MacMillan!
  • Activity level: Moderate
  • Other animals: TBD
  • Kids: TBD
MacMillian is an adorable, loving guy who is a bit timid at first, which we think comes from living life on the streets, and not being socialized properly with humans.  He has the most adorable soft, floppy ears!  When he was in the shelter, he tested well with other dogs, and was non-reactive, however, in his foster home, he is much more lively and clearly showed he does not like other dogs getting in his face.  For the time being, he will need slow introductions to other dogs.  

***  PLEASE NOTE: MacMillan is heartworm positive and began his treatment on 9/8/2015.  He is on crate/bed rest for 30 days and will be available for adoption at that time.  ***

MacMillan's ADOPTION FEE:   $250

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 MACMILLAN?
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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