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I'm beautiful to look at
And wonderful to hold,
But please don't adopt me
If you wont keep me 'til I'm old.

Good things come to those who wait.
The saying really is true.
Just give me a chance to be a good dog,
And I'll never stop loving you.

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Please do Your Research...make Sure A GSD is Right for You BEFORE Applying for Adoption, Thank you!

Annie

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Sex:  Female
Breed: GSD mix
Age:  7 Mos.
Color: Black/Tan
Current Size:  35 lbs.
Potential/Ideal Size:  50 lbs.
House Broken: Yes
Obedience Trained: working on it
Living With:  Foster (A&IH)
History: Shelter

Good With Kids: Yes
Good with Cats: Yes
Other Dogs OK:  Yes

3Sponsored By: Lisa Fitzpatrick - Silver Spring, MD (7/7/12) - For Annie. Get better and strong, soon, Annie. From Lisa, Heidi, and Lola (MAGSR Alumna) In memory of Hannah. "Chomper's Legacy"

3Sponsored By: Norma Dobrowolki and Ginger - Salisbury, MD (3/8/13)

3Sponsored By: Warren Dabney - Orchards Park, NY (05/01/12) - "In memory of Tasha Dabney" "Chomper's Legacy"

3Sponsored By: Linda Noone - Laurel, MD (04/01/12) - "For Annie" "Chomper's Legacy"

 

Annie

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DESCRIPTION: Annie is from one of 3 litters of pups MAGSR recently rescued, her sibling is Buzz.  These pups are lovingly known as our 4 a.m. pups as that is what time they arrived in our care.   Our 4 a.m. pups were pulled from a shelter where they did not have much time, nor chance at being adopted due to the overwhelming number of dogs in shelters.  They all have wonderful personalities, very friendly and so much want to be cuddled and loved on by humans.  Buzz and Annie did not arrive in the best of condition, they are very emaciated, lethargic and not wanting to eat.  They are both in the care of a wonderful foster family who is tending to their every need.  They are being hand fed every hour, a variety of different foods are being offered in an attempt to get them to eat.  

These are babies and will require an infinite amount of patience and love, lots of old newspapers, and patient  positive training - training is so very, very important - and it can and should begin at a young age for a puppy - just as with a young human child.  Please, please do your research before you apply.  Be realistic. These cute, fluffy puppies will grow up and become large dogs fast.  Please make sure you can make a commitment to a puppy that will last through their entire lifetime - most of which will be as a big dog - they are only cute and little for a few weeks.   As with any puppy, they will try your patience to no end.  You will spend much more money than you ever intended to spend on a dog, and you will have things chewed, peed and pooped on, and occasionally strange things swallowed with frantic trips to the emergency vet.  You will be ready to throw up your hands - many times!   However, if provided with love, guidance, training, and vast amounts of patience, they will love you unconditionally and will be your best friend fur-ever.  We at MAGSR want to make sure that these little cuties have the best home ever. If you feel that you have what it takes to give that home please contact us.

Update: Annie is ready to meet her adoring public!  She is a delight and has settled easily into our family routine.  Annie gets along well with the many children, people, and dogs in the neighborhood and loves going outside to play and take walks.  She rules the roost in the cuteness category and has even won over our older Shepherd who usually has little time for puppy antics.

Annie has recovered from her early difficulties as best as she can, and is a typical bouncy, friendly, and fearless pup with a healthy curiosity.   She successfully battled the pneumonia, but was left with an abnormality in one of her lung lobes.  She’s got all the energy and playfulness of a pup her age, just not the endurance. Annie would run and play all day if she could, but she loses steam and needs to take rest breaks to regulate her exertion level.  She steals toys, pulls tails, knocks over water dishes, hogs the dog beds, and pesters to no end - as little sisters will do - and the pack seems to relish putting-up with her adorable little self.

Annie is best suited for a home that will keep her active and occupied, but one that does not test her endurance.  Rally and walks, yes; Agility or jogging, no.  She is beginning to understand her physical limits but, like any active youngster, she will keep going past the point that is best for her.  She has a strong drive and loves to play and interact, so keeping her busy is an absolute must (she's no couch potato).  Woof!

 

ANNABELLE Adopted

adopted 1/21/2012!

Sex:   Female
Breed: GSD
Age:   6 months
Color:  Black/Tan
Current Size: 50 lbs
Potential/Ideal Size: 65-70 lbs
House Broken:  Unknown
Obedience Trained: No
Living With: Foster
History:  Stray to shelter

Good With Kids:    Yes
Good with Cats:   Yes
Other Dogs OK:    Yes

 



Annabelle

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DESCRIPTION: Annabelle was found as a stray wondering the streets all on her own. That has all changed now that she is with us. She is receiving lots of nutritious food, fresh clean water and lots of love and attention. Annabelle is a very sweet and friendly girl who craves affection. She would love to have a family and home of her very own, along with a comfy bed and lifetime of love and care. Being that she is still just a pup she has a lot to learn, this is where training comes in not only will it help Annabelle become the best dog she can be but will also create a lifelong bond with her new family. If you are looking to share your life and home with Annabelle please contact us to set up an appointment.

UPDATE: Annabelle (we have been calling her Annie for short) is a happy and energetic young GSD.   At six months or so she is still very much a puppy, and she hasn’t learned to much yet in the way of manners, but she seems very good natured, and has been a pleasure to have in our home since arriving a couple days ago.  She has bundles of energy, and is a bit of a “wiggle worm,” but in a very endearing way.  She is very affectionate, and seems so happy to be here she can hardly contain herself.  She gets along well with our older male GSD, although she was a bit skittish around him at first.  And so far she generally does seem to be the kind of dog that is a bit cautious around new creatures and in new situations – she tends to “bark first and ask questions later.”  But once she is comfortable that you are her friend, she is a real love bug.   Annie seems very smart, and has a pretty good “sit” (although she can’t hold it very long yet), is beginning to learn her “down,” and she walks on the leash pretty well for such a young girl.  She definitely does seem to be a pretty high energy dog –typical for the breed – that will thrive on plenty of activity and exercise, that she can’t have just yet because she was just spayed.    We can’t guarantee she is housebroken, but she is doing very well on that front (she has had only one accident that occurred when she first arrived home from the vet and her spay).  She does very well in the crate, and when left alone for the short periods we’ve tested her on so far, and seems to settle down easily.  Annie is a very pretty, energetic, good natured young girl, and we really like her a lot. She will certainly thrive and grow with the strong partnership bond that develops from the discipline and directed activity of formal training.   We are sure Annie will make a wonderful addition to some lucky family willing to give the time, energy, love, and dedication she needs, and so richly deserves.

ANYA

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Sex:  Female
Breed: GSD/Chow mix
Age: 4 1/2 years
Color: Black & Tan
Current Size: 70 lbs
Potential/Ideal Size: 60 - 65 lbs
House Broken:  Yes
Obedience Trained: Basic
Living With: Foster (LJ)
History: Return

Good With Kids: Yes
Good with Cats: Indoor only
Other Dogs OK: No

 

3Sponsored By: Marsha Serre - Laurel, MD - This is to say Thank you and celebrate MAGSR, Lisa Jarvis, for her great work and Jed (Jedi) who I adopted April 24, 2010. We are celebrating his first year with me and his extended family! (2/23/12)

3 Sponsored By: Sandra Diaz - Bergenfield, NJ "This donation is for Anya, one of the dogs we looked at when we were going through the adoption process. Sarge (previously known as Kamo)joined our family in the beginning of this year." (2/16/12)

3Sponsored By: Kathy Milani - Germantown, MD "In memory of Sunshine, Bailey and Brownie" (4/10/12)

 

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DESCRIPTION:   Anya is a great girl, beautiful inside and out. She has an awesome personality and is such a love bug. She is house broken, crate trained and very well behaved in a home. She has been the perfect house guest. She settled in as if she has lived here all her life. She is a people dog and just loves attention. She will bond very quickly with her new owner. She is learning better leash manners. She is currently living with other dogs and cats. She is still learning her boundaries with the cats. She is a little over weight but we are working on that. She is on a new exercise plan and loves it. Just mention the word walk and she is up and ready to go. She loves the water and her new fur friend’s baby pool. She would be happy with either. She is truly a wonderful dog and will be hard to let go. Ask to meet her today you won’t be disappointed.

Update: Hi! It's me Little Ms. Anya. Check out my new picture. I thought I would give an update on myself. I have been doing great on my new exercise program. My foster mom is still having issues with me and squirrels. What can I say they look like a lot of fun and I love to chase. Soon the neighborhood should be squirrel free. Good news though it is confirmed that I am good with cats. I am currently living with 3 cats and I am just fine with all of them. My foster mom was very impressed because none of the cats had to smack me or put me in my place, I have been the perfect lady. Now I can't guarantee that if they were outside that I would not chase them because I probably would but in the house I have been a good girl. I am still working on my leash manners. I am better at night when I can't actually see the squirrels. That's it for now. If you would like to meet me please contact the rescue they know where to find me. Love Ms. Anya.


BELLE

Foster

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Sex:   Female
Breed: GSD/mix
Age:   9 years
Color:  Tan with Black
Current Size: 60 - 65 lbs
Potential/Ideal Size: 60 - 65 lbs
House Broken:  Yes
Obedience Trained: Yes
Living With: Foster (RG)
History:  Return

Good With Kids:    16 and Older
Good with Cats:    No
Other Dogs OK:    Yes

3Sponsored By: Kimberlee Whitehead - Baltimore, MD " Thank You for your wonderful organization" (05/01/12)

SponsorSponsored By: Reshma Raman - New York, NY (03/05/12)

 

3 Sponsored By: Cathryn Locke-O'Hara - Towson, MD (02/29/12)

 

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DESCRIPTION: When I first started working with Belle I remember overhearing our trainer talking to a couple who was flustered and frustrated with their GSD puppy.  They said, "this just isn't what we wanted in a dog."  Our trainer looked up and said, "sometimes God doesn't give you the dog you want, he gives you the dog you need."  I o f course, thought of my own dog, not Belle.  Little did I know that what I'd heard was true for them both.

Belle lost her first home, of 7 years, to family illness, and her second home to bad manners.  She's a strong willed lady, with a sense of humor, and wit to match even the smartest GSD.  When she came back to MAGSR, my husband and I rushed to take her back into foster.  We knew how sweet, good-natured, and obedient she could be in the hands of the right handler and we hoped we could help get her back on the right track.  We expected that we'd have ups and downs, but neither of us realized how working with Belle would inspire us to grow and learn so much, not only as handlers, but as human beings.

Over time, Belle has taught us patience, understanding, teamwork, and hope.  The lessons we've learned have carried over to our other foster dogs and to other aspects of our lives. 

People often ask us why we don't adopt her, and the answer is that we know we're not home.  Someday we'll have children, and we know that Belle needs and deserves more than we'll be able to give her when that time comes.  We also know that there's someone out there who needs her like we did, someone who can give her a forever home and all of the love, attention, and partnership she deserves.

Belle is loyal, loving, lion-hearted and living proof that everything worth having is worth working for (and with).  We hope that you'll consider bringing Belle into your home.

 

BLAIR Adopted

adopted 1/8/2012!

Sex:  Female
Breed: GSD
Age: 12 months
Color: Black/tan
Current Size: 47 lbs
Potential/Ideal Size: 55-60 lbs
House Broken:  No
Obedience Trained: No
Living With: Foster
History: Confiscated due to cruelty & neglect
 
Good With Kids: Yes
Good with Cats: Yes
Other Dogs OK: Yes

 

 

 

 


blair

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DESCRIPTION: Blair is a sweet young pup who was not well cared for, thankfully she was taken away from her previous people.  Blair was left outside without shelter, food or water.  When taken into the shelter it was discovered that she had a foreign body stuck in her mouth that had to be surgically removed, she is recovering nicely from her surgery.  For all that Blair has been through she remains a sweet, friendly girl.  With Blair's past life behind her she is ready to become a loving family member.  If you have the time and patience it will take to care for Blair for her lifetime please contact us to set up an appointment to meet her.

 

BRIDGETTE

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Sex:   Female
Breed: GSD/mix
Age:   3 years
Color:  Black/Gray/White/Tan
Current Size: 36 lbs
Potential/Ideal Size: 36 lbs
House Broken:  Yes
Obedience Trained: Some
Living With: Kennel
History:  Return

Good With Kids:    8 and Older
Good with Cats:    No
Other Dogs OK:    Yes

3Sponsored By: Suzanne Palmer - Port Tobacco, MD "For Chompers Legacy. In memory of Mosby Two" (3/1/12)

3Sponsored By: Alica Anne Stevens - Davidsonville, MD "With love and thanks from Gracie (Lorraine)" (05/17/12)

 

3Sponsored By: Beth Coburn - Owings Mill, MD (1/30/12)

 



Bridgette

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DESCRIPTION: Hi There!  My name is Bridgette (that's French, you know) :), and I am a very cute, energetic, playful and fashionably petite young lady.  I am now back again with MAGSR because things just did not work out in my old home.  I am now looking once more for that perfect fit.  The people at MAGSR will try very hard to find just the right home for me and so I am unpacking my bags for just a short stay (I hope) at my foster mom's  home.  I have a very big and handsome foster brother and two foster sisters that are big, too - and if I say so myself are not near as cute as I am. Hmmmpf.  My foster mom says that I will need a home with an experienced family that will absolutely commit to take me to training.  Training will help me to become a well behaved and happy girl.  It will make my new family very happy, too.  Mom says that I am a stubborn girl, but very cute. :)  I will take control if you let me, so maybe if you are my family, you will need some training, too.  I will help you learn because I am very smart. If you would like to meet me, please contact MAGSR and they will put you in touch with my foster mom.  She can tell you all about me and then make arrangements for you to meet me.  You will not be disappointed! :)  I am worth meeting!

UPDATE: Hi folks, I've been with MAGSR for a while now and am waiting patiently for my furever family. I am, what you call, a pocket/or mini shepherd with a lionheart. I'm young, smart, athletic, loving, give lots of kisses, love to sit in your lap as I am just the right size. I go to all the events to show off for everyone. I can keep up with you if you like to run/jog/ go on long walks. I love to play ball, and know some of my basic commands, but would love to go to formal training with my family so I can be the perfect family member. Please come and see me @ the kennel. I'm waiting.

 

Buttercup Adopted

adopted 1/28/2012!

Sex:  Female
Breed: GSD
Age: 1 year
Color: White
Current Size: 74 lbs
Potential/Ideal Size: 75 lbs
House Broken:  Yes
Obedience Trained: No
Living With: Kennel
History: Surrender
 
Good With Kids: Yes
Good with Cats: Yes
Other Dogs OK: Yes

 


buttercup

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DESCRIPTION: Buttercup's family fell on hard times and had to move out of their home, with no where for Buttercup to go they reached out to MAGSR. Her non-fur mom is devastated that she had to surrender Buttercup but only wants what is best for her. Buttercup was raised with children, cats and 2 small dogs, she got along well with all. In typical GSD fashion she is protective of her home, yard and people, until she is told all is fine she will bark. She rides well in the car and enjoys playing fetch. Buttercup is looking for a family who will take her to training, long walks, and play fetch with her. If you are looking for young beautiful girl and have the time to commit to her for the rest of her life please ask to meet Buttercup.

 

Casey

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Sex:  Female
Breed: GSD
Age: 1 1/2 years
Color: White
Current Size: 62 lbs
Potential/Ideal Size: 75 - 80 lbs
House Broken:  Yes
Obedience Trained: No
Living With: Foster (CM)
History: Surrender
 
Good With Kids: Yes
Good with Cats: Unknown
Other Dogs OK: Yes

3Sponsored By: Glenn Schoenberger - Westminster, MD (03/22/12)

 

3Sponsored By: Christy Mosebrook- Hampstead, MD. (02/02/12)

 

3Sponsored By: Stephen Diaz Gavin - Washington, DC "We received our dog, Snickers, from MAGSR. This donation is being made in the name of my son, Christopher Gavin, who asked that we continue to support MAGSR." (9/8/12)


valentineLoved-on by: Suzanne Palmer - Port Tobacco, MD
(3/5/12)

 


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DESCRIPTION: Sweet Casey has had a rough time but remains sweet and loving and is ready to move on with her life leaving her past behind her.  She is a gorgeous white Shepherd with a liver color overlay on her back and some on her face...she is just stunning.  Casey is young and playful, learning about toys, love and affection.  She has lots to learn and experience but with a good training program Casey will excel and make a wonderful family member.  She is housebroken, crate trained, rides well in the car and sleeps through the night without a peep.  When first meeting other dogs she is somewhat unsure, she will do a little barking but is easily corrected and then will approach the dog for a sniff and gives tail wags.  Sadly, Casey is very low heartworm positive and will undergo heartworm treatment, luckily because it was caught early she will make a full recovery and is showing no signs of being heartworm positive, no cough, no lack of energy.  She will need to be kept quiet while undergoing her heartworm treatment but once it is complete she will run and play with the best of them. 

Casey is such a special girl and is so deserving of a family that will love and her cherish her for the rest of her life...please do not let her heartworm positive status deter you from considering her as it is curable and something that unfortunately we have dealt with many times.  If you are that extra special family that Casey is looking for please contact us to set up a meeting with her.

 

Chessie

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Sex: Female
Breed: GSD mix
Age: 6 years
Color: Tan with Black
Current Size: 60 - 65 lbs
Potential/Ideal Size: 60 - 65 lbs
House Broken: Yes
Living With: Foster (WJ)
Obedience Trained: Yes
History: Return

Good With Kids: No
Good with Cats: Unknown
Other Dogs OK: Yes

3Sponsored By: Kripa Raman - New York, NY (08/11/12)

 

3 Sponsored By: Jim Moore - Glen Burnie, MD (02/6/12)

 

3 Sponsored By: Jeffrey Hannas - Forest Hill, MD "For King and Max. Guide Truman to his forever home." (02/6/12)

 


chessie

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DESCRIPTION: Chessie is being returned because she becomes nervous and anxious around young children. Chessie was originally adopted from MAGSR as a very young puppy and has been a very much loved member of her family. She is house broken, crate trained and obedience trained. She is a wonderful dog for a family without young children. Chessie, of course, walks well on a leash and enjoys spending time with her family. She will make a truly wonderful and loyal companion and family dog. Chessie gets along with other dogs and enjoys doggy play time. She will do well at family outings to the dog park. Please ask to meet this lovely lady and give her another chance at the good life with a loving and forever family. Please contact us to arrange to meet her. You will be impressed!

Chessie is waiting! Chessie will only be placed in an experienced home.

Update: It has been a pleasure working with Chessie in training class!  She is very affectionate and loves to kiss people on the face  ;0)  With a confident owner and consistently set limits, she will make a wonderful pet!  She enjoys romping around with her fur friends.   Chessie is wonderfully trained and is now working on precision.  She would love an owner willing to continue her training and willing to make sure she knows her ‘place’ in the pecking order.   If you are that special owner, Chessie would love to meet you!

 

CORA

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Sex:  Female
Breed: GSD mix
Age:  15 weeks
Color: Tan/blk
Current Size:  21 lbs.
Potential/Ideal Size:  50 lbs.
House Broken: working on it
Obedience Trained: not yet
Living With:  Foster
History: Shelter

Good With Kids: Yes
Good with Cats: Yes
Other Dogs OK:  Yes

3Sponsored By: Crista Lenk - Laurel, MD (2/20/12)

 

 

3 Sponsored By: Susan Jane Evers, Woodbridge, VA Chomper's Legacy Fund (2/21/12)

 

3Sponsored By: Brandon Tarricone - New Orleans, LA - "In memory of Heidi, a loving dog of 12 years to my parents Rand and Snippy Lambert, supporters of MAGSR. Love Randi and Brandon" (04/04/12)

3Sponsored By: Dale Price - Marriottsville, MD
"In memory of our MAGSR dog Teddy" (02/24/12)

 

 

 



cora

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DESCRIPTION: Cora was a stray. She was brought to a shelter but no one ever came to claim her.  She is a beautiful puppy that wants to be loved and cuddled by her people, sleep in a cuddly bed, receive good nutrition and some toys to play with.  In return you will get sweet puppy kisses, tail wags and a friend/companion forever.  Oh, but let us not forget, with a puppy you will also have to deal with potty accidents, things being chewed, lots of puppy antics and trips to the vet, so please be sure you have the patience and time a puppy needs. If you are interested in meeting Cora, contact us to set up an appointment.

Dannon

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Sex:  Female
Breed: GSD
Age: 4 years
Color: White
Current Size: 60 lbs
Potential/Ideal Size: 60-65 lbs
House Broken:  Yes
Obedience Trained: No. Dannon will only be placed in an experienced home
Living With: Trainer (BC)
History: Returned
 
Good With Kids: Older
Good with Cats: No
Other Dogs OK: Needs proper introduction


3 Sponsored By: Nichole Welsh - Rockville, MD (9/01/12)

 

3 Sponsored By: Darlene Cross - Beltsville, MD " In Memory of Sasha Caine Cross" (5/30/12)


3 Sponsored By: William Myers - Baltimore, MD (4/30/12)

 

3Sponsored By: Kenneth Pomerantz - Taneytown, MD (02/27/13)

 

 

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Laurence Boldt Memorial Fund
Larry loved animals and now his family and friends have established this fund to honor that love and also make a lasting difference to the German Shepherds, like Dannon who were so special to him.

Nancy Boldt - "In loving memory of my husband, Larry"
Nancy Stec - "to honor the memory of Larry Boldt and his special bond with Snowball"
Ed McGarry - "this is in loving memory of Laurence Boldt. Made by his extended family: Joan, Wes, Terri, Mark, Eddie and Julie."
Joseph Timmons - "In Memory of Laurence Boldt from Jodie, Kristy and Joe Timmins."
Kim Boldt-Koroma - "In Memory of Larry Boldt & his devotion to his faithful white German Shephard, Snowball. Love you, Dad. Kim & Family"
David Uhlfelder - Baltimore, MD
The Staff of Eldersburg Branch Library - Eldersburg, MD
Rita Greene - "In memory of Laurence Boldt" - Gwynn Oak, MD
Andrew McCorkill - "In memory of Laurence Boldt" - Marriottsville, MD
Nancy Boldt - "In loving memory of the best Dad ever, Lawrence Boldt. From, Snowball" - Eldersburg, MD
Barbara & Joe Markovic - Sykesville, MD
Richard & Ann Schultz - Westminster, MD
Thomas & Theresa Sweeney - Sykesville, MD
Daniel & Danielle Zimet - Sykesville, MD
Charles & Barbara Ackerman - Sykesville, MD
The Gallagher Family - Sykesville, MD
Daniel & Danielle Zimet - Sykesville, MD
Peter and Barbara Barton - "In memory of Laurence Boldt"

Please make a tax deductible donation to Larry's fund:

DESCRIPTION: Dannon is a  delicious little confection -  :)  (very healthy), whose former owners were unable to spend enough time with her. Dannon is a nice girl, she has lots of energy and loves to play.  She is in need of a good walking and exercise program to get some of that excess energy out and work on her leash and socialization skills.  Right now she is a little shy and just a bit unsure and skittish....Dannon just simply needs to get out and about and meet the public and find out what is in this big world that she has been missing!  This is a young, highly trainable, and really beautiful dog.  She would truly benefit from a group training class with her people to help her with her socialization and to make sure she has all that it takes to be a wonderful family member.  She would love to share her life with the right family.  Dannon is waiting now to meet you.  Please contact us and ask to arrange for this to happen.

 

DIXIE

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Sex: Female
Breed: GSD mix
Age: 8 years
Color: Tan with Black
Current Size: 55 - 60 lbs
Potential/Ideal Size: 60 - 65 lbs
House Broken: Yes
Obedience Trained: No
Living With: Foster (BM)
History: Stray to Shelter

Good With Kids: Yes
Good with Cats: Not likely, may chase
Other Dogs OK: Yes

sponsorshipSponsored By: Leslie Martin - Disputanta, VA (2/20/12)

 

3Sponsored By: Reshma Raman - New York, NY (2/1/12)

 

3Sponsored By: Beth Coburn - Owings Mill, MD (1/30/12)

 

3Sponsored By: Andrew Biechlin - Fairfax, VA - "Simon, feel better and get well soon. Merry Christmas Love Marcy, Andy and Badger." (9/1/12)

Dixie

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DESCRIPTION: Dixie came into the shelter as a stray - and she apparently has been on her own for awhile. She was probably kept outdoors - has fly bites on her ears and her body looks as if she has had many litters. Despite this Dixie is just a sweetie and as nice a dog as you could ever ask for. She would like a definite change in her lifestyle now, thank you! :) How about a real inside type house now? And a family with nice people who will love on her and tell her what a great girl she is - and take her for walks every day and make sure she has good food and keep her water bowl full. Dixie is the type of dog that you can see shows her appreciation in her pretty brown eyes. She will take patience - she probably has little inside house skills, but she will pick up quickly -- she is eager to please and will bond very closely to her people. Won't you give this sweet girl a second chance. Dixie is waiting to meet you and to charm you....Miss Dixie would love a foster home while she is waiting for that perfect forever home.

UPDATE: Dixie is  known as "Maggie" in the Myers "dogdom", because there already is a Dixie in residence here.  She is crate trained, and has never had an accident in the house.  As soon as she goes out in the yard she does her business.  She likes to cuddle on the sofa.  Yeah, my dogs do get on the furniture, :)  She is good with the other 5 dogs in the house. Dixie has a nice big bark, and will occasionally bark at a stranger while being walked, but not very often.  Dixie loves feeding time and has learned to sit and stay for her food.  She will stand her ground if one of the bigger dogs tries to push her around, but is in no way aggressive. Dixie loves her walks, walks very well on leash and loves  to run in the yard, chasing the birds and the squirrels, and whatever moves.  For this reason I don't believe she would be good with cats, but am not sure.  She will most likely chase.   Dixie loves to roll on her back in the grass and get her belly rubbed, Dixie is an all around genuine sweetheart, and she bonds very quickly.   


fawn

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Sex:  Female
Breed: GSD/Chow Mix
Age:  8 years
Color:  Tan/black
Current Size: 65 lbs.
Potential/Ideal Size: 65 lbs. 
House Broken: Yes
Obedience Trained: Yes - CGC Certified
Living With:  Foster (KJ)
History: Surrender

Good With Kids: Yes 
Good with Cats: Yes
Other Dogs OK:  Yes - large dogs only

3Sponsored By: Terry Peal-Gotsch - Fairfax, VA  " Adopted Ruby almost 2 years ago. Thank you for taking care of all the furry babies!" (3/1/12)

3Sponsored By: Ronald Norman - Baltimore, MD  (3/22/12)

 

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DESCRIPTION: Fawn and Nikki's person sadly was no longer to able to keep them. But, wanting them to have the best chance at finding a forever home and family she reached out to MAGSR.  Fawn is a great girl. She is very well behaved, friendly and a total love bug!  Fawn is already obedience trained and has earned her Canine Good Citizen certification.  She is crate trained, very social and loves to play with toys. Fawn is going to make a wonderful addition to a very lucky family. Please ask to meet Fawn. She would love to show you just how special she is.


Gracie

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Sex:  Female
Breed: GSD
Age: 2 years
Color: Black
Current Size: 70lbs.
Potential/Ideal Size: 70 lbs.
House Broken: Yes
Obedience Trained: No
Living With: Trainer (WJ)
History:  Shelter
 
Good With Kids: Yes
Good with Cats: Unknown
Other Dogs OK: Yes

sponsorshipSponsored By: Michael Muul - Columbia, MD (03/31/12)

 

sponsorshipSponsored By: Gussie Musser AKA Vargus & his BFF GSD Frances - (03/05/12)

 

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3Sponsored By: Renee Joseph, Laurel, MD (02/01/12)

 

3Sponsored By: Gwen Bodnar, West Hazleton, PA (03/21/12) - "Merry Christmas to all at MAGSR!!!!"

 

 


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DESCRIPTION: Hi everyone, my name Gracie I am 15 months old.  I really would like to have a family of my very own, one that will love me, care for me, play with me...oh I love to play, it really helps me burn off some of my energy.  Walks, they are good also...but I am told that I need to learn something they call leash manners, not too sure what they mean by that but I am a smart girl so it should be easy to learn.  I hear this thing they call training is a lot of fun and something that my new family must take me to, it will not only help be the best girl I can be, but also help you learn more about me....not to worry I will make you the star of the class.  I can only meet people who have appointments so you will need to contact the nice people caring for to set one up.  Hope to see you soon!!


JADE Adopted

adopted 1/21/2012!

Sex:  Female
Breed: GSD mix
Age: 8 months
Color: Black
Current Size: Unknown.
Potential/Ideal Size: Unknown
House Broken: No
Obedience Trained: No
Living With: Foster (W & KC)
History:  Shelter
 
Good With Kids: Yes
Good with Cats: Likely
Other Dogs OK: Yes

 

 

 


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DESCRIPTION: This little cutie is named Jade. She is a very friendly cute girl. She is still very much a puppy with puppy behaviors. Unfortunately Jade was surrendered to a shelter because she kept escaping from the yard. Instead of her owners working with her and teaching her right from wrong they turned her in to the shelter. She lived with another dog. She doesn't know what toys are but is still young enough to learn what fun they can be. Jade is looking for a new beginning and would love to be part of a family. As you can see she is a happy girl. Please ask to meet Jade today.


JEss

 

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Sex:  Female
Breed: German Shepherd
Age:  10 months (DOB 3/11/2011)
Color: Black/Tan
Current Size:  52 lbs.
Potential/Ideal Size:  65 - 70 lbs.
House Broken: Yes
Obedience Trained: No
Living With:  Foster
History: Surrender

Good With Kids: Yes 
Good with Cats: No
Other Dogs OK:  Some - needs slow, proper introductions.

3 Sponsored By: Apryl Rigsby - Lancaster, PA (02/11/12) - "I would like to sponsor Jess. We care and love and miss her very much!"

3Sponsored By: Kenneth Pomerantz - Taneytown, MD (04/02/13)

 

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3Sponsored By: Seema Zeya - Fairfax, VA "Hope you find a forever home very soon, Roxie. You remind me of my beloved shepherd Sasha." (2/20/12)

 

 


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Description: Meet Jess, she is a beautiful young Shepherd.  Jess lived in a home with multiple other dogs but was picky about which ones she got along with.  While she played nicely with one of the resident dogs, she did not do well with the other dogs.  Jess is in need of training and a strong experienced handler as Jess thinks at this time that she is in charge and needs to learn that she is not.  She is young, exuberant and full of herself, but with time, confidence, consistency, structure and training Jess should learn to accept other dogs and become more relaxed.  Jess is very friendly and relaxed with people of all ages, .  We will be working with Jess, watch for updates on her progress.

 

Josie Adopted

adopted 1/7/2012!

Sex: Female
Breed: GSD mix
Age: 2 years
Color: Black with Tan
Current Size: 40 lbs.
Potential/Ideal Size: 40 lbs.
House Broken: Yes
Obedience Trained: No
Living With: Foster (TT)
History: Owner Surrender
 
Good With Kids: Older
Good with Cats: unknown
Other Dogs OK: Yes

 

 

 

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DESCRIPTION: Josie is very unsure of her surroundings and all of the changes in her life.  She is skittish around people she does not know and will take time to warm up to new people.  With training and lots of patience Josie will gain her confidence and become a stable, loving member of a family.  Josie would do best in a quieter home without a lot of activity.  She is as cute as can be and would love to rest her paws once and for all in her forever home.  Ask to meet Josie, sit a spell and let her get to know you.

 

KATIE

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Sex: Female
Breed: Dutch Shepherd Mix
Age: 7 years
Color: Brindle
Current Size: 73 lbs
Potential/Ideal Size: 70 lbs
House Broken: Yes
Obedience Trained: Yes
Living With: Living with Foster
History: Surrender

Good With Kids:Yes
Good with Cats:Yes
Other Dogs OK: Yes

sponsorshipSponsored By: Leslie Martin - Disputanta, VA (6/7/12)

3Sponsored By: Barbara Varilla, Columbia, MD (6/25/12)

 

3 Sponsored By: Mac Hadley - Olney, MD (3/13/12)

 


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DESCRIPTION: Katie came to MAGSR as an owner surrender. Her owners could not provide the attention she needs. She loves her people time more than food, and looking at her you can tell that she loves her food. She takes daily walks and is slimming down nicely. Just a few more pounds and she will be at her perfect weight. She walks nicely on the leash and is very playful. She would benefit from additional training on her basic commands, but willingly takes direction and wants to please. Her brindle coat is strikingly pretty, is short and virtually non-shedding. She likes to go for rides in the car. Katie is housetrained, crate trained and accepts other animals in her world.  She is looking for a family that will take her for daily walks, provide training and give her lots of human contact. Katie will investigate anything with her human by her side, loving to jump logs, hide and seek, and check out the stream. The ball is not important with Katie....you are.

 

Leila Special Needs

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Sex: Female
Breed: GSD
Age: 1 Year (DOB 10/19/10)
Color: Black with Tan
Current Size: 34 lbs
Potential/Ideal Size: 45 lbs
House Broken: Yes
Obedience Trained: No
Living With: Foster (LC)
History: Owner Surrender
 
Good With Kids: Yes
Good with Cats: Yes
Other Dogs OK: Yes

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3 Sponsored By: Mac Hadley - Olney, MD (3/13/12)


3Sponsored By: Theodore Matthews - Scottsdale, AZ - (1/31/12)


3Loved-on by: Leigh Clark - Shady Side, MD "Leila- We couldn't ask for a sweeter foster sister. Hugs and kisses from Pahana, Meggie, Coda, and Ice."

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DESCRIPTION: Leila was purchased from a breeder, within a month of arriving home she became ill.  Leila has been diagnosed with liver shunts and will require very expensive surgery to correct this condition.  Her family was not able to afford the surgery and knowing without the surgery she would not survive. They reached out to MAGSR.  Although we are tight on medical funds we could not sit back and let sweet little Leila suffer.  Leila is now in a loving foster home receiving the care she needs.  Leila still has some testing to undergo, her surgery will then be scheduled.

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Leila is not available for adoption at this time...watch for updates.

Update: A big huge thank you to everyone that donated towards my medical care. Due to your generosity, MAGSR has reached the fund raising goal for my upcoming medical appointment on 5/16 and pending surgery. I will be traveling to the University of Pennsylvania where I'll undergo specialized diagnostic testing and then surgery will be scheduled. My special team of doctor's needs more information about my shunt(s) so we can decide which procedure/approach is best for me. They also need to be sure my body is strong enough to undergo surgery at this time. Watch for updates about my big day in PA.

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Leila

Update: Leila traveled to U Penn on May 25 and was evaluated a team of specialists. Leila stayed at U Penn for two days and underwent specialized testing to evaluate her condition. While she was under anesthesia, they were able to spay her, remove her back dewclaws and remove her bladder stones, which are very common with shunt dogs. It has been determined Leila has two very large interhepatic shunts, one of which is very complicated and may not be able to be fixed. Her main vet at U Penn has sent Leila's info to three other shunt specialist (CA and NY ) for other opinions. The thought at the time of her discharge is that the first shunt can be coiled, meaning they will insert a stent into the vena cava and then place coils in the blood vessel that is not routing properly. The coils will catch platelets, forming a clot which will slowly close the blood vessel. This is all done by going through the jugular vein. If the second, more complicated shunt can be fixed, they will run dye through the blood vessels, follow the dye through the bad vessel and then attempt to repair. This procedure will involve several specialists. If the complex shunt can not be repaired, neither shunt will be repaired and Leila will be maintained on drug therapies. We should hear something this week and will post once we hear back from U Penn. Leila condition is stable at this point and she is responding well to diet and drug therapies.

Update: Leila and I made our way to New York on Sunday. She was examined by her team of specialists on Monday where further imaging determined Leila has between 10-20 shunts. According to her team, there are only 7 documented cases such as Leila's. Her team was able to coil four of her shunts yesterday and insert a stent. Leila is doing well after surgery- so far no seizures and the plan is I will be picking her up tomorrow. In a month, Leila will have blood work and we will then determine the plan for the other shunts.

Update: It's been 8 weeks since my surgery and things are going very well.  My last lab results looked great and my doctor had my foster mom start to slowly discontinue my medications.  We are currently trying to wean me off my prescription dry food onto a regular dry food and so far things are going well.   As to my future needs for further surgery, we can't be sure but if I need help I've got a great medical team.     

Update: Leila's liver shunt surgery was a success. She is now eating regular dog food and off of her medications with the exception of Prilosec, which she will take for life. Leila does still have several active shunts but they are not affecting her life so there is not need for surgical intervention. If these active shunts do begin to affect Leila, she will need further medical intervention which may include more surgery.

 

LEXI Adopted

adopted 1/21/2012!

Sex: Female
Breed: GSD
Age: 5 years old
Color: Blk/cream sable
Current Size:
Potential/Ideal Size:
House Broken: Unknown
Obedience Trained: no
Living With: Kennel
History: Shelter

Good With Kids: Yes
Good with Cats: unknown
Other Dogs OK: Yes

 

 

 

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DESCRIPTION: Lexi is another dog whose family had no time for her so out she went, turned into a shelter. This is no way to treat a family member. They are devoted and loving to their family and that is all they want in return. Yes, they need to be fed, taken for walks, groomed and seen by a vet. But they don't ask for much more and are always your BFF no matter what. A pet is a commitment and one that should be taken seriously and for their lifetime. Lexi would love to have a devoted family to go for walks and training with, snuggle with and spend time by your side...does this sound like a dog that would fit your life style?  Ask to meet Lexi, she would love to meet you.

 

mia

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Sex: Female
Breed: GSD
Age: 2 years (DOB 10/26/09)
Color: Black/Red
Current Size: 70 lbs
Potential/Ideal Size: 75 lbs
House Broken: Yes
Obedience Trained: No
Living With: Foster (TB)
History:Owner Surrender

Good With Kids: Yes
Good with Cats: unknown
Other Dogs OK:  Yes with proper introductions

sponsorshipSponsored By: Matt, Maria & Millie Wieters - Sarasota, FL "Mia :o)" (08/19/12)

3Sponsored By: Marsha Serre - Laurel, MD "To Lisa Jarvis, thanks for your work and to Wes Jensen for help in shaping a crazy boy into a spectacular dog who can carry the title, Arrowwood Shepherd." (10/30/12)

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DESCRIPTION: Mia's family could no longer care for her so a guardian angel stepped in to help find Mia a place to go.  Only wanting the best for Mia, she reached out to MAGSR for help.  Mia is a sweet girl who enjoys being with people, going for walks, runs in the yard, playing fetch, car rides and snuggling.  Mia has not had a lot of socialization with other dogs, upon meeting them she is unsure as to what to do so she barks.  With a calm dog and proper introductions Mia does fine.  While Mia is good with children we recommend older children as she Mia likes to jump up and may accidentally knock little ones down.  It is obvious that Mia has never had any type of training so she has a lot to learn to become a confident and well mannered family member.  With patience, time, training and lots of love Mia will learn all she needs to know....ask to meet Mia to see if she is the right fit for your family.

UPDATE: Hi its me, Miss Mia, I am happy to be in a foster home and my yucky ears are all better now, you'd never know I had an ear infection. I am an active beauty, who enjoys cuddling, cuddling and more cuddling. I am healthy, sweet and love people. I am a little unsure about other dogs, but with correction I subside the barking at them. With time, patience and training I am sure I will learn to love other furry creatures, but I do like to bark at them. I am not extremely ball driven but adore running, I am a lean running machine. I am housebroken, not real fond of my crate, but a stronger crate or veri-crate will handle that issue.Did I tell you I am a total love bug and actually I am sure I am supposed to be a lap dog. I know, "NO" (what dog doesn't?) sit, down and come, I know the hand signal for sit, take treats very gently, never jump a 3 foot fence and really, really want a fur-ever home for the New Year. My foster human is the bomb, spoils me rotten, she's such a softie. If you have GSD experience and want a cuddle bug extraordinar and are willing to help me thru the fear issues I have of those other furry creatures, then I am the one for You.

 

Olivia

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Sex: Female
Breed: GSD
Age: 5 years
Color: Black & Tan
Current Size: 42 lbs
Potential/Ideal Size: 45 lbs
House Broken: unknown
Obedience Trained: No
Living With: Foster (AR)
History:

Good With Kids: Yes
Good with Cats: Yes
Other Dogs OK: Yes

3Sponsored By: Michele Walters - "In loving memory of Mattie, a friend for life.  She will always be missed." (3/10/13)

3Sponsored By: Lisa Fitzpatrick - Silver Spring, MD "For Nissa's surgical and medical needs. From: Lisa, Heidi, and Lola (MAGSR Alumna) In loving memory of Hannah." (7/8/12)

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DESCRIPTION: Olivia is a great little dog and as cute as she can be. When she first came to us she was freightened and timid.  She is quickly becoming a more confident dog. She rode in the car with another female dog and had no issues. She is now adjusting to the kennel and other dogs. We will post updates as we learn more about Olivia.

UPDATE: This petite, mini-shepherd is learning to trust and her warm brown eyes and glossy coat match her personality. She keeps her kennel clean, walks quietly on the leash, accepts treats softly, and now displays a happy bounce to her step. She doesn't know what sit means yet, but willingly does whatever is asked of her. She responds to kindness and patience. Olivia has "been there and done that" and needs to find a partner that can appreciate this little package.

UPDATE: Olivia is a very sweet loving dog but would do best in a home without young children.  She loves to go for long walks with her foster mom and runs with her foster dad so she would be a great companion for someone who enjoys the outdoors.  She is very well mannered and walks well on a leash and doesn't mind at all the other dogs and cats that make up her foster family.

 

ROXI Adopted

adopted 1/28/2012!

Sex: Female
Breed: GSD
Age:  2 years
Color: Blk/tan
Current Size:  78 lbs.
Potential/Ideal Size:  78 lbs.
House Broken: Yes
Obedience Trained: some
Living With: Kennel
History: Surrender

Good With Kids: Yes
Good with Cats: No
Other Dogs OK: Yes


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DESCRIPTION: Due to some life changes with Roxi's former family they were no longer able to care for or give her the attention she deserves.  Roxi has lived with another dog and children and gotten along well. She enjoys playing with other dogs and is well behaved and very well balanced. She has some basic obedience but would benefit greatly from further training. Without proper exercise of both her body and mind she becomes bored and will jump a 4 ft. fence to find something to do. With training, lots of exercise and stimulation this can be overcome. This is also the reason we do not leave dogs outside unattended. Roxi will need an active family that will exercise her daily, take her for walks and interact with her. Roxi would love to once again be part of a family...could she be your next family member? 

 

shadowAdopted

adopted: 1/22/12


Sex: Female
Breed: Shepherd
Age: 2 years
Color: Black
Current Size: 60 lbs
Potential/Ideal Size: 65-70 lbs
House Broken: Yes
Obedience Trained: No
Living With: Foster (LH)
History: Shelter

Good With Kids: Yes
Good with Cats: unknown
Other Dogs OK: Yes

 

 


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DESCRIPTION: Meet the beautiful, friendly and gentle girl Shadow.  She did have a family to call her own until one day life changed for her family and her when she was dropped off at a shelter.  With her life turned upside down Shadow remained kind and gentle even while in the stressful shelter setting.  Shadow is now with us and looking to put her past behind her, ready to move on and be welcomed into the hearts and home of a new forever family.  Are you ready to make a commitment to Shadow for the rest of her life, one filled with love, stability, proper care?...If so please ask to meet Shadow, she would love to meet you.

Update: Shadow is high energy, loves to go for long walks, and definitely could use training classes to help with her manners. She may be great at agility and would make a great jogging partner. If you have an active family, Shadow is the girl for you.

 

shEBA Adopted

adopted 1/21/2012!

Sex: Female
Breed: GSD
Age: 12 to 18 months
Color: White
Current Size:
Potential/Ideal Size:
House Broken: Yes
Obedience Trained: no
Living With: Kennel
History: Shelter

Good With Kids: Yes
Good with Cats: unknown
Other Dogs OK: Yes

 

 

 


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DESCRIPTION: Sheba was pulled from a shelter along with her brother Diego. They were both on death row and running out of time. Thankfully a fellow rescuer pulled them and got them both to safety. Diego and Sheba has been living with a temp foster while waiting to make their way to us. They are a very bonded pair, but can be adopted out separately. Diego and Sheba were very frightened in the shelter and did not show well, but out of the shelter and in their temp foster home they both calmed down and became much happier. Sheba was quite thin when pulled from the shelter but she is now eating well and gaining weight. She is crate trained and crates easily. In her temp foster home she was introduced to a large number of dogs, both males and females and with proper introductions Sheba got along well with all of the dogs.  Sheba is a little shy but with stability in her life, a family, lots of love, care and of course training, Sheba will be a wonderful friend and companion.  Ask to meet Sheba to see if she is the right fit for your family.

 

TARA Care

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Sex:  Female
Breed: GSD
Age:  6 years
Color: Black/Tan Long hair
Current Size:  65 lbs.
Potential/Ideal Size:  75 - 80 lbs.
House Broken: Yes
Obedience Trained: some
Living With:  Foster
History: Owner Surrender

Good With Kids: Yes
Good with Cats: Yes
Other Dogs OK:  Yes

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valentineLoved-on by: Tracy Stahl - Pasadena, MD "Tara, Stay strong sweet girl. The Stahl Pups: Dallas, Zoey and Heinz (MAGSR alum)." (2/24/12)


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DESCRIPTION: MAGSR received a desperate plea for help and acted upon it immediately.  We were able to act so quickly due to the hard work and dedication of our volunteers and the generosity of our donors, for this we are very thankful.    MAGSR would like to be able to help other dogs in need just like Tara but we cannot do it without your help.  Tara's medical bills are quite high and will continue to accumulate until she is all healed...please help us help more dogs like Tara and her family...donate to Tara or our medical fund so that we can continue to act quickly when we are called upon.  Tara and the many other dogs of MAGSR and those that will need our help in the future send happy tail wags and gentle kisses as their way of saying thank you.

Sweet Tara had a very loving family for the first years 6 years of her life, Tara was her non-fur Mom's baby girl, joy and best friend and her non-fur siblings cuddle buddy and playmate.  Sadly life changed drastically for both Tara and her family leaving them all in a very difficult, unpleasant situation.  Being that Tara was a deeply loved family member, when times got tough they remained devoted to Tara as Tara did to them.  But the day came when Tara's needs were just more than they could handle or afford...having to make the very difficult decision to get Tara the medical help she required and to be able to provide for their children they were forced to make the heart wrenching decision to surrender Tara.  This was the hardest surrender I have ever had to deal with as I felt the pain of both Tara and her family as they parted ways. 

Tara had developed a skin infection, one that required medical care which was costly...an expense her family just could not afford.  They tried their best to care for her and reached out to vets for help, but Tara was not getting better.  Tara is a long haired Shepherd, but sadly had to be completely shaved in order to properly care for the sores she developed from the infection.  This in no way takes away from her beauty as she is beautiful both inside and out.  Brave Tara endured having her sores cleansed and medicated and will have to endure this for weeks to come.  She is a brave girl who holds her chin up high and is always on her best behavior...even while in pain.  Tara is resting comfortably in a foster home where she is receiving excellent medical care, lots of love and affection, a nice comfy bed and good food.  Tara has a long road ahead of her and one that will be filled with daily cleansing and medication and weekly medicated baths to help heal her skin and with the love she is receiving hopefully her soul will also be healed.  She is at risk to develop a further infection due to the number of open sores...so please keep Tara in your thoughts.   Tara will be styling some new coats to help keep her warm until her own coat grows back...she certainly will be a fashion diva.

Please watch for updates as Tara heals and transforms back into a stunning long haired German Shepherd. 

We at MAGSR are also keeping Tara's former family in our thoughts and prayers, they also have a long road ahead of them....hopefully their journey will take them to a better place where life will become easier and the loving memories they have of Tara will help make their journey that much easier.  We promise Tara is in great hands and we will find her a family as special as she is.

VIENNA Adopted
Adopted 1/14/12!

Sex: Female
Breed: GSD
Age: 3 yrs
Color: Black & Tan
Current Size: 70 lbs
Potential/Ideal Size: 70 lbs
House Broken: Yes
Obedience Trained:Unknown
Living With: Foster (MC)
History: Owner Surrender

Good With Kids: Yes
Good with Cats: Unknown
Other Dogs OK: Yes

 


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DESCRIPTION: Vienna is a happy, friendly exuberant girl. Sadly Vienna's family could no longer care for her and she was returned to MAGSR to help find her a new home. Vienna is housebroken, walks great on a leash and knows her basic commands. Vienna is very nervous and scared in the kennel and would really love to be back in a home with a family again. Please if you can help this girl get back into a home ask to meet her today, you will not be disappointed.

 

ZADEAdopted

 

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Sex: Female
Breed: GSD
Age: 3 years
Color: Blk/Tan
Current Size:
Potential/Ideal Size:
House Broken: unknown
Obedience Trained: no
Living With: Kennel
History: Shelter

Good With Kids: Yes
Good with Cats: unknown
Other Dogs OK: Yes

 

3Sponsored By: Jane Gentile, Columbia, MD (3/6/12)


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DESCRIPTION: Zade was surrendered to a shelter as her former family had no time for her.  Sadly people just do not realize that pets take a commitment, time, patience, love and care for their entire lifetime, they are not disposable and should not be treated as such.  When life changes your pets should be included in those changes, after all they are family members who have loved you unconditionally.  Zade would love to become a family member of a committed family..one that will not toss her aside but will love and cherish her for the rest of her life.   Are you able to make this commitment, if so ask to meet Zade.

Zoey Adopted

Adopted 1/23/12!

Sex: Female
Breed: GSD
Age: 2 years
Color: Black
Current Size: 85 lbs
Potential/Ideal Size: 95-100 lbs
House Broken: Yes
Obedience Trained: No
Living With: Kennel
History: Owner Surrender

Good With Kids: Yes
Good with Cats: unknown
Other Dogs OK: No


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DESCRIPTION: Zoey is a strong girl that needs direction and training. She is high drive and needs a lot of exercise. We are working on her leash manners and her basic obedience training. Zoey requires a strong dog handler and a good understanding of the breed.

 

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