ZOE is a stunning young bi-color German Shepherd who was a stray on the streets, and taken to the shelter by animal control.  Her coat will be gorgeous after a few baths and some quality food to bring her back up to snuff!

Zoe was confused and scared in the shelter, but quickly discovered that the caring shelter workers loved her and she responded in kind.  She loves people and wants to run and play, and enjoy life!  We haven't seen her around small children yet, and that needs to be tested.

Zoe is currently in boarding due to a shortage of people willing to foster dogs, and she very much needs a foster or adoptive home where she can love and be loved on! 

We tested her with another German Shepherd female, and she did fine - she actually wanted to play so badly that she accidentally got too enthusiastic, got in the other dog's face, and put her paw on top of the other dog's head.  This irritated the other dog, who snarled at her, but at the same time Zoe gave the other dog a kiss!  Zoe needs to learn a few manners, but we believe she will be easy to train with consistency and leadership!  She was tested with other dogs at the shelter and did fine, and we're working on testing her with smaller animals.

Zoe seems like a typical youngster:  energetic, eager to have fun, loving!  And she's ready for her very own family to love on and be loved by.  Are YOU that family?  Are YOU the lucky ones to share life with this beautiful girl?  Apply now!

Zoe is medically up to date on all shots, is microchipped, has been dewormed, and has recently been spayed.  She is on the smaller side of the normal range for GSDs -- 61 lbs and at a good weight -- and is a perfect size for those not wanting an XL dog.



 
DOGS:                 Yes, would like a play buddy.  Has not been tested yet with small dogs
CATS:                  Unknown, would have to be tested
KIDS:                   Unknown, would have to be tested
IDEAL FAMILY:     An active family with a securely fenced yard, who will love her and teach her all she needs to know to be a great family companion for the rest of her life! 

 

ZOE'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 ZOE?
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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