JUDE is a stunning, mostly-black GSD who is a complete love-bug!  He's a wonderful mature age, has a lot of energy, and is always eager to go-go-go!  Jude was picked up as a stray and left at a local animal hospital.  They contacted us for help, and we answered the call!

TEMPERAMENT
Jude is so gosh-darn handsome!  He's a big, sweet boy who's LOVING life in his foster home!  He's been friendly with people he meets, although he may catch people off-guard because he likes to bark at anyone who's unfamiliar to him.  He does not seem to be threatened by strangers, because his hackles are rarely, if ever raised.   It seems he just likes to announce his presence - "Hey, I'm here!" 

Jude spent months in boarding waiting for a foster home, and has now been in one for about a month.  He's come a long way and is a great dog!  He's VERY food motivated and although he still needs reminders to "wait", he's a good learner as long as you're consistent with him.  He clearly never had much of this type of training before, so it's all new to him.

As he's settled into the routine of being a loved, indoor companion, Jude has shown a downright goofy side.  At first he didn't seem to know what toys were, but now has a favorite toy (a long stuffed snake, see the picture of him on his back in the yard playing with it).  And if you want to see and hear "goofy" in action, just watch the video of him playing in his black-and-white blanket!  He loves to roll, play and sound off with his daily 'growl' .... we think he's telling the rest of the world to get up, get on with the day, and have some fun along the way!


OTHER ANIMALS
Jude does well with the other large dogs in his foster home.  He doesn't play much with them, but coexists fine.  We haven't had the opportunity to see him around small dogs or cats, but suspect he would need a strong handler for that.  He does need proper introductions to other dogs - no get-in-your-face meetings.



MEDICAL
Jude is very healthy.  He did have one seizure toward the end of his time in boarding, but it has never been repeated and was a one-time thing.  We believe it was largely due to the stress of being in boarding for a number of months, combined with hot summer weather.  Because he's large and dark, it will be wise to exercise caution during high heat weather.

If you're looking to add a big, mature hunk of goofiness and love
to your family,
JUDE may be that perfect companion!

Jude'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 Jude?
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