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Sex:  Female
Breed: GSD mix
Age: 3 1/2 years
Color: Black & Tan
Current Size: 90-95 lbs (overweight)
Potential/Ideal Size: 80 - 85lbs
House Broken:  Yes
Obedience Trained: Basic
Living With: Kennel
History:    Return

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

Sponsored By: William Jankowski, 
Reisterstown, MD (09/10/09)

Sponsored By: Carla Hamson-Wright, 
West Grove, PA - "For my Anya girl...I miss you..." (08/12/09)

Sponsored By: Roy Sachs
Baltimore, MD (08/01/09)

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DESCRIPTION:   Anya along with her sister Gracie was adopted as a puppy a few years back. She and Gracie have both been returned to MAGSR in search of a lifestyle more suited to their personalities. Anya is crate trained and housebroken, good with kids and and other dogs....but cats -- eh, NO. Anya prefers cats as lunch or a snack and with a side of kibble! The cats and the chasing -- and the resulting chaos with three very young children and working parents did not mix well at all. Anya is a great girl, make no mistake, :),but she definitely needs a no kitty household. Anya does need a brush up on her training, and that always helps with the bonding between doggies and humans....she should have no problem with that - did I mention that she is VERY smart! :) She loves walks, is good on the leash, would love to be her family's walking partner and help get everyone in great shape, she needs a bit of help herself getting that girlish figure back. :) ...And -- :) Anya has learned how to open gates! Smart huh? Well, this did lead to loose dogs, running, hissing cats, tumbling kids,etc., oh my! :( Can you give this girl a second chance? She needs some stability, some consistency and a little patience and some training, but what you will have will be a great dog....Anya loves baths, being brushed and those all important belly rubs, and she just loves being with her people! Come and meet Anya - she could use a foster home while she is waiting for that perfect, perfect finally forever home!

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Sex:  Female
Breed: GSD mix
Age: 7 years
Color: Tan with Black
Current Size: 60 - 65 lbs (overweight)
Potential/Ideal Size: 55 - 60lbs
House Broken:  Yes
Obedience Trained: Basic
Living With: Kennel
History: Return

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

Sponsored By: Cathryn and John O'Hara - Baltimore, MD "In memory of Fritz" (07/24/09)

Sponsored By: Roy Sachs
Baltimore, MD (08/01/09)

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DESCRIPTION:Belle is back with us because her owner became very ill and could not care for her any longer. She is understandably confused about what has happened to her.-- Right now she is just a little depressed. She is a resilient girl, though - and will put this behind her and get ready for the next chapter in her life pretty quickly. Belle is a sweet girl, a little bit chunky - could use some nice long walks to get her back in shape, and she does walk pretty well on a leash. She has a mellow disposition and is really missing living in a home with a family. She does enjoy the company of other dogs and has lived with a fur brother. Come and visit with her. Sit a spell and let her tell you all about her past adventures. Belle is waiting now for the next chapter in her life....her bags are packed, her paws are ready to move on. She could use a foster home while waiting for her permanent digs....Ask to meet this Belle of the Ball. She is a sweetie.

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Sex:  Female
Breed: GSD mix
Age:  5 -6 months
Color: Black, Tan, Gray
Current Size: 35-40 lbs
Potential/Ideal Size: 50 - 55lbs
House Broken:  Not likely
Obedience Trained: No
Living With: Foster (LC)
History:    Stray to Shelter

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

Sponsored By: Ruth Crosby
New Park, PA (07/25/09)

Sponsored by: Donald Bass - Annapolis, MD (7/16/09)

Sponsored By: Roy Sachs
Baltimore, MD (08/01/09)

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DESCRIPTION:   Now here is a very pretty little miss - just waiting for a home to call her own!  Bridgette is a happy puppy - needs a bit of tweaking here and there, but all in all is basically your typical cute, goofy, playful, sweet pup.  She will need a long term commitment and lots of love and training.....Bridgette will be an awesome adult!  She has so much going for her!  She is with her foster mom now and some kids and a few fur sisters and a big fur brother.  So many things to do, so many to play with, run around with and get into trouble with!  Whew! that is sooooooo much fun! :)  Bridgette's foster mom will update soon with new pictures and more news.  Stay tuned!

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Sex: Female
Age: 8 months
Breed: GSD mix
Color: Brindle with White
Current Size: 43 lbs
Potential/Ideal Size: 50 lbs
House Broken: Yes
Obedience Trained: Basic obedience
Living With: Foster (I & AH)
History: Return
 
Good With Kids: Yes
Good With Cats: Yes
Other Dogs OK: Yes

Sponsored By: Dennis Fortin - Springvale, MD "In memory and honor of Pat Hasemann" (07/16/09)

Sponsored By: Roy Sachs
Baltimore, MD (08/01/09)

Sponsored By:
Mary Alexander & MAGSR Alum Lessa - Olney, MD

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DESCRIPTION: Charm is being returned to her MAGSR family due to no fault of her own. Her mom has come up against hard times and must let Charm find a new home where she can get the attention, exercise, and care she deserves. Charm first came to us this past October, part of a litter of puppies known to us as the "Baltimore Puppies". They were rescued from an abandoned building in Baltimore, found alone huddled together underneath debris. They were saved by dedicated guardian angels who contacted MAGSR to take them into care. Here's what was said about the new puppies then: They are growing fast and are sweet, cuddly, and adorable! They love their toys and love attention (LOTS of it!).... Charm is a cutie, with a sweet personality and she would love to be your lifelong companion.

UPDATE: Charm is one cuddle-bug love-muffin ... she is very affectionate, cuddly, energetic, and playful. Charm is the definition of adolescent PUPPY and is on the move, running, playing and being young! Charm has had some training and is a smart young girl. Like any active pup, she will need lots of guidance, socialization, training, and love as she grows up. Charm has loads of love to share, a great personality, and a lot of spunk (and check out those beautiful long legs)!

UPDATE: Charm is a fun-loving affectionate sweetheart and she is ready for that perfect family that will commit to loving her forever and ever. Charm is doing excellent adjusting in her foster home and loves playing with all the kids and dogs. She's particularly fond of jumping in the kiddie pool and lounging about in the cool water on those hot summer days! The heat doesn't stop this girl though, and she's ready to go after her cool down!

Charm enjoys playing fetch with the ball and frisbee, and loves romping with her many pals at the dog park. She sleeps contently in the crate thru the night and takes naps on your lap or in her bed between playtimes and training sessions. She is doing well learning to walk on the leash and is practicing good manners and the skills she learned in obedience class.

But number one on Charm's list is love. If you are looking for someone to love you and be your best friend, meet Charm! She is very affectionate, and wants to please. Sometimes puppy-bouncy and, like all pups, in need of regular exercise and consistent training, Charm is ready to love you forever!

Please remember that puppies and adolescents are just rambunctious kids who need training, a huge dose of fun, and loads of patience and LOVE! Don't underestimate the time, patience, and consistency needed to raise a happy well-behaved puppy!

CHARM'S UPDATE: Hi, Charm here! Rambunctious - oh yeah! - that's what young pups are! I'm a happy girl! I love my toys and I love to chase the ball. And I really love it when you throw my toys in the pool cause then I get to jump in and find them all to bring back to you! And when we go to the dog park and all my friends are jumping in the pool with me I just have a grand time! And gosh, I think racing thru the yard and rolling in the dirt with my friends is just the best pup fun! My foster mom shakes her head and laughs, and tells us to get in the pool again cause we're dirty, but that's allright with me, as long as I've got my toys! So, Got Pup?

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Sex: Female
Age: ~3 yrs
Breed: GSD mix
Color: Blk
Current Size: 52 lbs
Potential/Ideal Size: 50-55 lbs
House Broken: Yes
Obedience Trained: No
Living With: Foster (R&AA)
History: Owner surrender to shelter
 
Good With Kids: No
Good With Cats: No
Other Dogs OK: Some

Sponsored By: Nancy Narrett - Ellicott City, MD - With love and appreciation to my second family-The Martinez Family Love Leo (fka Torcan) (08/02/09)

Sponsored By: Roy Sachs
Baltimore, MD (08/01/09)

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DESCRIPTION: Chloe lived with a family and lost her home when the landlord said, "no dogs". She is a sweet and gentle young dog and will need a little training, but is smart and willing to learn. Chloe is a petite girl, very good looking, with flying nun ears that stand up one at a time -- once in a while. :) She wants to please her people and you can tell she will bond very tightly to her family. She misses her children and while at the vets was just so happy to be petted by a teen who was there. Right now she is understandably confused about all the changes in her life, but, hey, she is a trooper and is willing to do all that it takes to be part of a family once again! Take a look at Chloe and ask to meet her up close and personal. You will be impressed!

UPDATE:   Pretty Princess Chloe has recently returned from a visit at the vet hospital to treat some stress related skin conditions.  She is all better now, better than ever!  ... And ready to take on the world!  Chloe is ready to show off her beautiful and shiny fur coat.  She is an energetic, playful and fun dog!  She needs a family desperately -- she has so much to give.  Chloe is smaller, about 50 pounds -- a pint sized bundle of fur!  She needs a bit of polish and a brush up on those leash and basic manners, but she is willing to learn. Chloe will benefit from obedience lessons and training with her family.  She is very smart and will let you know it!  :)  She takes treats gently and is very ready to show you just what a lovebug she can be.  Chloe would love a foster home while waiting for Prince Charming -- or Mr. and Mrs. Charming -- to come and take her home.  She is waiting to meet you.  Ask to see Chloe, the pretty black dog with the flyaway ears! :)

Update: Chloe is a very endearing dog who loves to learn tricks. She knows how to sit, down, shake hands, perch (on an arm), target a hand, go to her bed, and jump through a hula hoop. She is really good at shaping. She does well with most dogs once she gets to know them. She needs a patient home that can help her through her many fears.

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Sex: Female
Breed: GSD
Age: 4-5 years
Color: Black/Cream/Sable
Current Size: 60 - 65 lbs
Potential/Ideal Size: 70 - 75 lbs
House Broken: Yes
Obedience Trained: No
Living With: Foster (CW & LK)
History: Shelter

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

Sponsored By: Kathleen Milani, Germantown, MD. "In honor and memory of Sunshine and Bailey, my two rescued shepherd mixes." (08/15/09)

Sponsored By: Reshma Raman - New York, NY (08/05/09)

Sponsored By: George Corolla & Susan Fontaine, Wilmington, DE (10/13/09)

Sponsored By: Roy Sachs
Baltimore, MD (08/01/09)

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DESCRIPTION: Delta is a pretty and lucky little girl. She was pulled in the nick of time out of a rural pound where her fate was not looking so good! She is described as very friendly and she gets along with other dogs. Delta is looking for a change in her lifestyle now. No more living hand (or paw) to mouth and scuffling around for food and a nice warm place to stay -- no sir! She wants a home with a family and all that goes with it. She has been on her own long enough. Pretty Delta will reward her people with her undying devotion and loyalty. She is now waiting for a foster home to hone those social skills -- she seems to be lacking a few manners here and there -- but she is a smart girl, after all and it should not be that long before she has it all under control. :) Delta is waiting -- come and meet this pretty girl.

Update 06/29: Delta loves the Meet and Greets particularly all the attention she gets from children and people. After a rough start she is settling nicely into her routine with two other MAGSR siblings. She is completely house broken now and does not need a crate. She has shed her thick coat and is getting some muscle in her hind quarters. She loves to go for walks and likes to play with her fosters more than her fur siblings. She still tends to startle with sudden movements but she is much calmer and takes to training well. She is learning the basics and definitely wants to please. She would make someone a loving companion and a loyal friend.

adopted 6/28/09!

Sex:  Female
Breed: Belgian Malinois mix
Age: 1 year
Color: Red/Tan with Black
Current Size: 62 lbs
Potential/Ideal Size: 60 lbs
House Broken: Yes 
Obedience Trained: Some
Living With: Foster (JP & VR)
History: Owner Surrender to Shelter

Good With Kids: Older
Good with Cats: Yes, supposed to be
Other Dogs OK: Yes

Sponsored By: Dennis Fortin - Springvale, MD "In memory and honor of Pat Hasemann" (07/16/09)

Sponsored By: Roy Sachs
Baltimore, MD (08/01/09)

Sponsored By:
Mary Alexander & MAGSR Alum Lessa - Olney, MD

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DESCRIPTION: Destiny hitched a ride to MAGSR with her new doggy friend, Portia.  They had a nice girly, doggy type of chat on the ride here.  Destiny found herself in the same boat as her friend.  Not lookin' good.  Then some nice people took pity; she found herself at the shelter and then in a car with Portia -- on her way to MAGSR.  Great!  She is now on her way to finding that home she has always wanted; a nice person or people to love, walks, food, water, a bed.  Wow!  Perfect!  Destiny is young, needs to learn a few lessons in doggy ettiquette and such, needs to go to training with her people so they can all be happy with one another, and most of all needs to feel love and have a real home.  She is a very sweet and pretty girl waiting for her second chance.  Ask to meet Destiny.

Update: Destiny joined her new foster home this past weekend and is already out of her shell! This girl is on fire and wants to play, play, play! She definitely needs an active home that will be able to help her burn some of this energy and she would just love a canine playmate. It turns out that Ms. Destiny is actually an owner surrender after her human counterparts decided to move and not take her along. However, you would never think that she misses them at all because she is having a blast here with her foster siblings! Destiny loves to be chased and to engage in play, even with the dominant female GSD of the household. She is supposedly good with cats as well, per her shelter paperwork. Destiny is crate trained, housebroken and knows her basic obedience. She also appears to have basic house manners. For those of you familiar with the Belgian Malinois breed, Ms. Destiny definitely has some Mal in her. She is sensitive, sweet, energetic, and agile, however I have yet to see her play with a toy or a ball, maybe in time. She does seem to have a little hesitation in meeting strangers and being approached in her crate by strangers, however once you're in, you're in and she's all nuzzles and love! Destiny is ready to find her forever home and a backyard to make her playground...could that be yours???

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Sex: Female
Breed: GSD mix
Age: 5 -6 years
Color: Tan with Black
Current Size: 55 - 60 lbs
Potential/Ideal Size: 60 - 65 lbs
House Broken: Unknown
Obedience Trained: No
Living With: Foster (BM)
History: Stray to Shelter

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

Sponsored By: Thomas Crabtree - Glen Burnie, MD (08/15/09)

Sponsored By: Roy Sachs
Baltimore, MD (08/01/09)

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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.

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Sex:  Female
Breed: GSD
Age:  2 Years
Color: White
Current Size:  55-60 lbs
Potential/Ideal Size: 55-60 lbs
House Broken:  Yes
Obedience Trained: No
Living With:  Kennel
History:   Shelter
 
Good With Kids: Older
Good with Cats: Unknown
Other Dogs OK: Likely

Sponsored By: Curtis and Pam Buckner - Edgewood, MD - In honor or our Luca (aka Keegan) He has been such a joy to us! (07/08/09)

Sponsored By: Eva Hartig - Parkton, MD "In loving memory of Alexa. " (10/08/09)

Sponsored By: Roy Sachs
Baltimore, MD (08/01/09)

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DESCRIPTION:  Emma Lou is a pretty young thing. She ended up in a shelter and now is just waiting for the right family to come along. She is a bit timid, but warms up to you quickly enough. She was kept outdoors at times in her previous life, so she may need a refresher or a brush up course in her housebreaking. Emma Lou is a pretty neat girl in her kennel, so that should not be a problem at all. She is your typical German Shepherd - she is very regal looking and a smart cookie! With some training, some tender, loving care, patience and lots of love, she will be your loyal and loving companion. Emma Lou is the type of dog that will bond very deeply to her family. She would love a foster home while waiting. Ask to meet Ms. Emma Lou.

adopted 6/27/09!

Sex:  Female
Breed: GSD mix
Age:  4 1/2 Months
Color: Black and Tan
Current Size: ~35 lbs
Potential/Ideal Size: 55-60 lbs
House Broken:  Working on it
Obedience Trained: No
Living With: Foster (LC)
History:    Shelter

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

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DESCRIPTION:  This wonderful little miss and her 3 equally mischievous and adorable brothers have just arrived! They are cute as can be, sweet, social, playful and wonderful little puppies -- as all puppies are.  They have no manners, they have needle like sharp puppy teeth and they want nothing more than to play, eat, sleep, play, play, eat some more, sleep, etc.... :)  Puppies are adorable and everyone wants a puppy.  A puppy is a blank slate - what you put into this wiggly wonderful creature is what you will get.  They need commitment and training, patience and love....and lots of it and for a time span of approximately 12 - 15 years..  If you are not willing to go all the way for this puppy - make a commitment of that many years, no matter what life throws your way - and what life changes you may encounter, please do not apply for a puppy.  Please do think this adoption process through very, very thoroughly.  We take the adoption of these little guys very seriously.  We want only the best homes, only the best environment for our dogs and puppies.  If this cute little girl, or any of her brothers is the dog you are looking for, please contact us to set up an interview.  All the pups are now in foster homes where they are leaning the finer points of living in a home.  Their fosters will update soon with new pictures and updates.  They are so anxiously waiting to meet you.

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Sex:  Female
Breed: GSD, Lab mix
Age: 3 1/2 years
Color: Black & Tan
Current Size: 70-75 lbs
Potential/Ideal Size: 65 - 70 lbs
House Broken:  Yes
Obedience Trained: Basic
Living With: Foster (PW)
History:    Return

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

Sponsored By: William Jankowski, 
Reisterstown, MD (8/10/09)

Sponsored By: Roy Sachs
Baltimore, MD (08/01/09)

Birthday Sponsorship By:
Happy Birthday Tammy - Abby, Shep, Delia Dee, Gracie and Pat (07/03/09)

in honor of our daughter Col Laura Hunter USAF and our son Warrant Officer 3 Kevin McCravy USAR. - Meg McCravy, Hodges, SC

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DESCRIPTION:  Gracie along with her sister Anya was adopted as a puppy a few years back. She and Anya have both been returned to MAGSR in search of a lifestyle more suited to their personalities. Gracie is crate trained and housebroken, good with dogs....but cats -- eh, NO. Gracie also chases the cats. The cats and the chasing -- and the resulting chaos with three very young children and working parents did not mix well at all. Gracie is not sure around young children - they make her nervous. Loud noises and small noisy, darting children startle her and make her unhappy. Gracie would prefer a nice quiet, cat free home with adults or older children, a nice soft bed to rest and relax on and just to hang out with her people. Gracie is the perfect dog to come home to. She would just wait patiently until you came home, told her about your day and took her for a long, easy walk. She loves walks and being brushed.... She smiles. :) What do you think? A little training, some quiet time, patience and a whole lot of love -- and you have yourself (and your family) a very nice dog!

Update: SF - Beautiful blonde female who enjoys quiet walks, good conversations and snuggling in bed, looking for a refined adult companion to share the same. Gracie is a lab mix and very proud of her heritage. She wants you to know that while her 3 shepherd siblings tease her about her floppy ears and lab nose she takes it all in stride. She s a big girl who listens well, walks easily on a leash and loves her off leash romps in our fenced yard; no critters (or strangers) dare enter when Gracie is on patrol. As a result of these workouts she has regained her girlish figure. At four she is a bit set in her ways preferring her companions to be larger and laid-back so a household with small children or kitties would not be a good choice. Gracie waits patiently for me to come home, never an accident, but is absolutely thrilled when I walk in the door. Her love makes you totally forget the stress and pressures of the work day.

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Sex: Female
Breed: GSD/Mix
Age: 8 years
Color: Black and Tan
Current Size: 65 lbs
Potential/Ideal Size: 75 lbs
House Broken: yes
Obedience Trained: basic
Living With: trainer
History: owner died

Good With Kids: older
Good with Cats: under evaluation
Other Dogs OK: Yes

Sponsored By: Aparna Giare - (07/27/09)

Sponsored By: Nancy Stec, Upperco, MD - "In memory of Maggie, a wonderful canine friend who died far too early. We miss you Maggie" (07/16/09)

Sponsored By: Roy Sachs
Baltimore, MD (08/01/09)

Birthday Sponsorship By:
Happy Birthday Patty V. - Love Aunt Joan (07/16/09)

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DESCRIPTION: Marka is a very sad girl. Her owner adopted her as a pup from MAGSR and loved her until the day he died. He made sure, even though he was terminally ill, that she was taken care of and returned to MAGSR to find another loving home. Her future was very very important to him. She is still grieving. She lost her home and her family so is a little wary of people right now. She is living with a trainer to help her over the adjustment period and is ready to meet prospective adopters!

If you think you can fill the hole in this loyal and grieving dog's heart, please contact us.

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Sex: Female
Breed: GSD mix
Age: ~ 4 years
Color: Black
Current Size: 50-55 lbs
Potential/Ideal Size: 50-55 lbs
House Broken: Yes
Obedience Trained: Basic
Living With: Kennel
History: Return

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

Sponsored By: Reshma Raman - New York, NY (08/07/09)

Sponsored By: William Jankowski, 
Reisterstown, MD (08/10/09)

Sponsored By: Roy Sachs
Baltimore, MD (08/01/09)

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DESCRIPTION:  Maya (fka Myra) was returned recently because her family's circumstances changed and they could keep her no longer.  She has lived with adults and children and is completely housebroken.  Maya is a smaller girl and has always been a bit shy - she just needs some time to warm up and she is fine. She is sweet and gentle - she just needs a little understanding as right now she is understandably upset about the changes in her lifestyle -- she is a little scared and unsure.  Maya is a wonderful family dog and she is looking once again for a family that will stand by her forever.  Training is a must - even tho she has some basic knowledge - training with her new family will help cement that bond of trust that is essential with rescued dogs.  Maya is waiting very patiently for a foster to make the transition easier for her.  Come and meet this pretty and petite lady.

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Sex:  Female
Breed: GSD
Age:  2 years
Color: Black
Current Size: 60 - 65
Potential/Ideal Size: 70 - 75 lbs
House Broken:  Unknown
Obedience Trained: No
Living With:  Kennel
History:   Shelter

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

Sponsored By: John Nolting
Hanover, MD (05/11/10)

Sponsored By: Diane Hanson
Perry Hall, MD.
Hoping for a furever home for you. (11/15/09)

Sponsored By: Roy Sachs
Baltimore, MD (08/01/09)

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DESCRIPTION: Memphis would like you all to know that she is seriously looking for that perfect family, perfect home and is really quite tired of the homeless life!   Memphis was picked up from the shelter - on her way to anywhere, really, and she could definitely use a stable home now.  She told me that Memphis sounded like a nice place - even tho that is not where she ended up, but it is a nice name, so there you go! :)  Memphis is a real party girl!  She definitely likes the active lifestyle -- and she is going to have to learn her manners!  None!  A real diamond in the rough!  :)  But definitely a sweet one....she just was not ever shown the proper behavior.  Memphis will need to learn how to walk properly on the leash, how not to jump up on  people, and all the other stuff that goes with being a well behaved and responsible canine good citizen.  She will need to attend training - and that is a given.  No problem!  She is after all a German Shepherd!  Should be a piece of cake!  :)  She would love to be part of a family - do the whole family bit......walks, runs, skips, hikes, bonding by the fireplace, nice meals, some ball playing and lots of love - please.  Are you the family for her?  Come and meet this pretty, active, energetic young lady.  She has so much potential - and she is waiting.

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Sex:  Female
Breed: GSD
Age:   1 year
Color: Black and Tan
Current Size: 52 lbs
Potential/Ideal Size: 50 - 55 lbs
House Broken:  Yes
Obedience Trained: Basics
Living With:  Foster (CH)
History:    Shelter
 
Good With Kids:    Older
Good with Cats:    Unknown
Other Dogs OK:    Yes

Sponsored by: Elaine Parks - Wheaton, MD - In honor and memory of Gunther (8/11/09)

Sponsored by: Tara Mellon - San Francisco, CA - "A little help for a special girl." (07/29/09)

Sponsored By: Kate & Bob Sullivan Middletown, DE (10/01/09)

Sponsored By: Roy Sachs
Baltimore, MD (08/01/09)

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DESCRIPTION: Misty is our lovely, very special girl.  She has lived in a home with other dogs, has been to obedience class and knows and responds well to all basic commands and just loves all people.  She can be overwhelmed and anxious around smaller children, so we recommend that she go to a home with older children only.  She has great leash manners and loves riding in a car; she loves bones and balls and loves to play with other dogs. She hates the vacuum cleaner!   Misty is a fantastic dog.  When you meet her you realize just how very special she is.  Misty has only three legs. We believe that she may have been born with this condition. This in no way stops this very intelligent, fairly energetic and pretty little girl from being an otherwise normal dog.  She is now in her foster home, hanging out with a bunch of foster fur buddies, getting all ready for a forever home.  She will not only run circles around her people, she will bond very tightly to them.  She is a keeper.  Ask to meet Ms. Misty soon.

Update: Miss Misty is soooo sweet. Don't let the 3 legged thing fool you she is completely normal in her capabilities and activities. She has no problem with chasing and running around, goes up and down steps (sometimes a little too quickly and is completely housebroken. She gets along well with her 2 foster brothers and 1 foster sister. Misty has no food agression and she does not tear up items in the house or yard that are not for her. In the evening she settles in with two toys one stuffed and one ball and amuses herself quietly for hours. She has been crated but is not crated at all, during the day and night she roams the house as she pleases without issue. Misty would make some lucky person/family the perfect companion.

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Sex:  Female
Breed: GSD
Age: ~2-3 years
Color: Black and Tan
Current Size: 50 - 55 lbs
Potential/Ideal Size: 60 - 65 lbs
House Broken:  Yes
Obedience Trained:  No
Living With:  Foster to Adopt (M&JF)
History:   Return

Good With Kids:   Likely Older
Good with Cats:   Will Chase
Other Dogs OK:    Yes

Sponsored by: Gertrude Cannady, Baltimore, MD. (7/5/09)

Sponsored By: Roy Sachs
Baltimore, MD (08/01/09)

Sponsored By: Meg McCravy - Hodges, SC - "In honor of our daughter Col Laura Hunter USAF and our son Warrant Officer 3 Kevin McCravy USAR."

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DESCRIPTION: Petra has been returned because her family was unable to care for her. It seems that awhile back Petra had some seizures and so was returned. She has since been under veterinary care and observation and no additional seizures have been noted. We have now placed her back on our adoption page - and she is looking again for her forever home. Petra is high energy and fantastic! She is just a marvelous dog who gives her all to her people. We cannot say for sure whether or not her seizures will return - sometimes they do - sometimes not ever. What we can say is that Petra is a real find. She will probably be fine around older children because of her energy level. Petra will complete your family circle!

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Sex:  Female
Breed: GSD
Age:  2 years
Color: Black and Tan Sable
Current Size: 50 - 55 lbs
Potential/Ideal Size: 60 - 65 lbs
House Broken:  No
Obedience Trained: No
Living With: Kennel
History:    Stray to  Shelter

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

Sponsored By: Dennis Fortin - Springvale, MD "In memory and honor of Pat Hasemann" (07/16/09)

Sponsored By: Roy Sachs
Baltimore, MD (08/01/09)

Sponsored By:
Mary Alexander & MAGSR Alum Lessa - Olney, MD

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DESCRIPTION: Portia is tired of the wandering life.  She needs a permanent place to rest her paws and is actively looking - right now!  This is a sweet miss, a trifle shy, but warms up to a friendly face and a kind voice quickly enough.  She is looking for a home forever.  That is forever, as in always, eternally and never ending.  :)  She would like a family that is willing to commit to her in the same way she is willing to commit to them.  She will pledge her love and her loyalty - forever.  Portia needs some training,- she would love to further her "education",  lots of really good food, fresh cold water, a nice place to sleep and someone or some special people that will love her.  A foster home while she is waiting would be nice, too.  Won't you ask to meet this lovely lady?

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Sex:  Female
Breed: GSD/mix
Age:  ~16 months
Color:   Black and Tan
Current Size:  50 lbs
Potential/Ideal Size:  55 - 60 lbs
House Broken:  Unknown
Obedience Trained:  No
Living With:  Kennel
History:  Shelter
 
Good With Kids: Likely
Good with Cats: No
Other Dogs OK: Some

Sponsored by: Nicole Sponaugle, Springfield, VA. In loving memory of Izzie so that other dogs may have the life she never had. (04/05/10)

Sponsored By: Roy Sachs
Baltimore, MD (08/01/09)

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DESCRIPTION:  Ruby is a very sweet young thing! :)  She has all the exuberance and energy of a normal young dog and would really love to have a permanent home for the holidays! :) Bet she would just love to play in the snow with her family!   Ruby, while not having perfect leash manners, was very content to walk beside me for a good part of the afternoon while I went upon my business.  She settled quietly at my feet when I had to stop, and was a perfect little lady with all who she met.  This little girl (she is not very big), will make a great family pet.  She needs love, patience and training, but she is young and so ready to learn.  Come and introduce yourself to Ms. Ruby.  She is a gem! :)

Update: Miss Ruby is back with us after only a short time in her new home because she just could not get along with the resident kitties.  She loved on them a bit too much :)  -- and they were not happy about it at all!   She is a wonderful girl otherwise-- and does need training as all young things do. She needs crate training, leash training and manners when greeting people - (no jumping up); but otherwise is a cheerful, friendly and sweet young girl who is very anxious to get into a home for good.  Ruby is smart and will learn quickly.  All she needs is time and patience -- and love -- lots of love!  She will return all the love to her people every day of her life!  Come and meet Ruby - give her another chance to shine!

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Sex:  Female
Breed: GSD/mix
Age:  8 years
Color: Silver/Black
Current Size: 50 - 55 lbs
Potential/Ideal Size:  55 - 60 lbs
House Broken: Yes
Obedience Trained: Learning
Living With: Foster (S & BS)
History: Return
              

Good With Kids: Likely
Good with Cats: Yes, but will chase
Other Dogs OK: Yes

Sponsored By: Christy Mosebrook - Hampstead, MD (7/16/09)

Sponsored By: Roy Sachs
Baltimore, MD (08/01/09)

Sponsored By: David Latz
Arlington, VA (08/01/09)

Birthday Sponsorship By:
Happy Birthday John - (Lorraine aka Gracie's Dad) Bob and Sandy Stevens (08/16/09)

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DESCRIPTION: Sara was recently returned after having been adopted, through no fault of her own. She is a cuddly, housebroken sweetheart. Sara and her best  furry doggy friend , Scarlett lived in a home  together with a family for quite a while, but recently that family decided that Sara and her buddy were no longer wanted and off to the shelter they went.  Well, Sara's buddy has been adopted, and now Sara is very lonely and would love to have a nice home again -- and maybe a friendly fur buddy to share doggy stories with, too.  Sara is a smaller girl and very, very sweet.  The ladies at the shelter worked very hard to make sure that Sara made it safely to rescue.  She is a special little lady and deserves a wonderful home.  Won't you come and meet sweet Sara?  She is very patiently waiting.

Update: Sara is a dog who captures your attention the minute you see her. She loves her toys and greets volunteers at the door to her kennel run with her toys in her mouth! She adores toys and will happily go for walks. She prefers a soft comfy place to sleep and just wants love. Ask to meet little Sara today!

Update: Sara is a sweetheart! She responds well to basic commands and is obedient. She does great with other dogs, large and small. She has a great dispostion and is pretty laid back. Don't let her laid back personality fool you though, she has some spunk too! Sara enjoys car rides, taking walks, and being outdoors.  She is just an all around wonderful companion with lots of love to give. She is ready to share it with you!!!

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Sex: Female
Breed: GSD mix
Age: 1 year
Color: Black and Tan
Current Size: 65 lbs
Potential/Ideal Size: 75 - 85 lbs
House Broken: Yes
Obedience Trained: Some
Living With: Foster (C&BH)
History: Shelter

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

Sponsored By: Logan Hauenstein "We now know how much energy it takes (physical, mental, and emotional) to foster dogs, so we're especially grateful for everyone at MAGSR for all of their help. Our dogs mean an awful lot to us." - Columbia, MD (08/16/09)

Sponsored By: MAGSR Alums - Kayla & Draco "You will find a human that will be your perfect match - keep up the good work and you'll be in a furever home soon!" Ashburn, VA (07/15/09)

Sponsored By: Roy Sachs
Baltimore, MD (08/01/09)

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DESCRIPTION: Zoe is a precious,adorable, cuddly and squirmy little girl! Her face is wonderful; she has the biggest eyes! Zoe is warm and safe now in her foster home. She is settling her paws and getting the lay of the land, so to speak.-- Getting familiar with her new digs! Seeing sights! Smelling smells! Oh what wonderful smells! :) She has a big buddy GSD to look up to and a small, short person to play with, too. She will be ready, willing and able to meet her forever family very, very soon. Can we pencil you in for a date soon?

Update: Zoe is a great puppy. She has quickly learned to sit and lay down on command. She's working on giving paw and usually stays when told to do so. She loves playing with doggie toys with her furry GSD foster sister throughout the day. She enjoys meeting new people, although she is just a bit timid at first. Once she gets to know you, she'll hang out wherever you go. She is walking well on a leash and enjoys long walks. We are still working on making potty just outside but she has definitely been making great progress. She loves her crate when there is too much excitement going on around her and keeps her crate dry through the night. She keeps the human kids in check with picking up their things or she'll remind them with slightly gnawed shoes, toys, etc- typical puppy! She is healthy and happy, currently about 25lbs, and looks forward to meeting her furever family soon!

Update: A note from Zoe...I've grown a lot since my last posting! I'm a healthy 39 lbs at 17 weeks. I love to  play with other dogs and my foster mom is having me meet lots of people so I can be a social butterfly when I get my forever home.  I'm a bit shy at first but I've come a long way from when MAGSR rescued me from the shelter. Everyone says I'm a real lovebug once I'm comfortable with my new human friends.  I love to impress everyone by doing tricks for treats. I'm a favorite at the vets because I'm always so good when the doctor is checking me out. They think my caramel and black coloring is beautiful although my GSD foster sister says I look more like a Rottie than a GSD.  Watch out world, the vet thinks I may be 80-85lbs when I'm fully grown. If you are willing to give me lots of love and attention, I'll give you lots of puppy kisses back. How about making an appointment to meet me?

Update: Hi this is Zoe- pronounced Zo-eee like Zoey 101. I've been hanging out at the kennel for a few months just chillin' . Because I have been such a "fraidy cat" in the past, the wonderful folks at MAGSR thought it was best for me to interact with a lot of different caring volunteers so I could build my confidence and learn to channel my fears appropriately. Everyone tells me I'm doing great! My tummy gets upset in the car so I like to hang out close to home. I'm really quite the "homebody" so guess what I'm missing- a home to call my own! In the past I've played very well with other young dogs so if you have a dog, that should be great! I especially like human ladies so I don't mind if I go to a home without a live-in dad. I have to promise to go to strict training with my new owner to make sure I continue to build confidence around strangers. I'm such a Love Bug I promise to be your very best friend if you decide to choose me. So how about it, are you that special person that will love me fur-ever? When you apply to MAGSR, make sure you list me as a must-see puppy!