TUCKER is a giant sweetheart of a puppy!  This beautiful soul has been abandonded multiple times in his short life and as a result, suffers from some extreme separation anxiety.  He's been making great progress in his foster home, and is ready to find his forever home!

TEMPERAMENT
Tucker is a wonderfully sweet boy who easily won the heart of his foster mom!  He was abandoned in some fields in rural Kansas, and then after being adopted to what he thought was his forever home, he was returned just two weeks later because of his anxiety.  He can easily jump a 4' fence, and due to his anxiety issues, we believe him to be a flight risk.  A secure 6' fence is REQUIRED in his forever home.

Tucker is house trained and kennel trained, and knows other basic commands.  He's currently using an escape-proof kennel, though we believe he can be transitioned to a standard kennel as well.  He's loud and proud when he's left in his kennel, but that too, will improve over time.  

Tucker was around a 2-year old child for approximately 2 weeks in his temp foster home, and did very well.  While we believe he'll be fine in a home with children, good supervision will be required, as he could easily knock over a small child during play.

He's a leaner, so look out - he might accidentally knock you over when he's getting some lovin'!  He really is a GEM who needs a loving, patient home now more than ever!

OTHER ANIMALS
Tucker does well with other large-breed dogs, and due to his separation anxiety, does require another large-breed dog in his forever home. He loves to play with other dogs, but tends to ignore their personal space (although he does take correction from other dogs well), so we believe he will do the best with a younger dog who doesn't mind an in-your-face kind of guy.  Tucker has not been tested with cats or other small animals.

MEDICAL
No known medical issues.

Tucker will do best in a household where his owners are home more often than not or could take him along when they leave.  He has strong separation anxiety and becomes fearful when his family is out of sight.  He's going to make one amazing companion for a very lucky family!

Tucker'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 o

INTERESTED IN ADOPTING Tucker?
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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.

 

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