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Adopted 1/10/12!

Sex:  Male
Breed: GSD Mix
Age:   1 year
Color:  Black & Tan
Current Size: 55 lbs
Potential/Ideal Size: 60-70 lbs
House Broken: Unknown
Obedience Trained: No
Living With:  Kennel
History: Stray

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

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DESCRIPTION: Alcide was found running the streets looking for someone to be his best friend.  He is so very friendly and loving and wants nothing more than to be someone's best bud, to have good food, a warm bed, lots of
love and lifelong commitment.  MAGSR has promised all of this and more to Alcide as he deserves nothing less.  Alcide is young and still has a lot of playful puppy energy and would benefit greatly from training. This is a requirement with all of the dogs adopted through MAGSR and so very important.  Are you ready to make a commitment for many years to come?  If so, set up a time to meet Alcide so that he can show you just how friendly he is.

Update: Hi, Big Al here. Just wanted to give you an update. It is confirmed, I am a pretty cool looking guy. I am currently working on my leash manners. I do tug during the beginning of my walk but I do settle down nicely. I know a few commands and am brushing up my skills every weekend. I would love to get out of the kennel and back into a home. Please ask to meet me today.

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Sex:  Male
Breed: GSD
Age:  10months
Color:  Black
Current Size: 50 lbs
Potential/Ideal Size: 85 lbs
House Broken: unknown
Obedience Trained: No
Living With: Foster
History: 

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

Sponsored By: Suzanne Palmer - Port Tobacco, MD (02/23/12)

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Description: Atlas is a very cute pup with big paws and the cutest not quite up, not quite down ears. He is a lot of fun, enjoys playing with other dogs and getting belly rubs from his people. He is learning to walk nicely on a leash, does well in his crate and has not had any accidents. He rides very well in the car, lies down and never makes a sound. Atlas will be a wonderful addition to any family.

Update: Atlas is all puppy. He is learning how to walk nicely on a leash. He knows how to sit nicely for a treat, still very puppy mouthy. He loves to play with other dogs. He is very eager to learn and would make a great addition to any family.

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Sex: Male
Breed: GSD
Age: 1 to 2 years
Color: Black/Tan
Current Size: 85 lbs.
Potential/Ideal Size: 
House Broken: Unknown
Obedience Trained: No
Living With: Kennel
History: Stray

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

Sponsored By: Reza Firuzabadi - Washington, DC (02/25/12)

Loved-on By: Linda Noone - Laurel, MD (05/28/12)

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The incredibly handsome and big Axel has finally arrived thank you to a wonderful group of transport volunteers who helped him make his long journey to us.  Sadly Axel had been dumped off on top of a mountain, luckily for him there is a very kind family that lives near by and took him into their care until they could get him into a rescue.  While living with his rescue family he lived with other dogs and cats, while he got along well with the other dogs he did not do well with the cats at all.  

Axel is young, playful and enjoys being close to people.  During the long road trip he made, the volunteers reported that he was a good passenger, gave lots of kisses but thought he should be the one doing the driving as he kept trying to get in the drivers seat.  Axel would love to finally rest his paws in a forever home with a family that will provide him with lots of love, care, training, guidance, good nutrition, a comfy bed, playtime and walks.  Training is so very important for all dogs, it helps them learn all they need to know to be a good family member and it also helps create a bond and trust with his new family.  If you are prepared to care for Axel for many years to come please contact us to set up an appointment.  If you are not yet an approved adopter, please click on the adoption application above to start the process.

Sex:  Male
Breed: GSD 
Age:  1 year
Color: White
Current Size: Unknown
Potential/Ideal Size: Unknown
House Broken: Unknown
Obedience Trained: No
Living With: Kennel
History: Shelter

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

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Description: Blizzard is one lucky boy thanks to everyone that worked so hard to get him to safety.  Blizzard was in a rural shelter. Due to lack of space and severe underfunding along with a large overpopulation of unwanted and stray dogs, Blizzard's time was up and he was scheduled to be euthanized.  The shelter staff could not let this happen as Blizzard is a sweet natured, calm, and well behaved boy who they knew would make a wonderful family member. We all pulled together and got Blizzard to MAGSR, where he is now waiting for a loving and caring family to come along and adopt him and cherish him for his lifetime.  If you are interested in meeting Blizzard to see if he could be your next family member, please contact us to set up an appointment.

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Sex:   Male
Breed: GSD/Mix
Age:   ~6 years
Color:  Tan with Black Mask
Current Size: 50 - 55 lbs
House Broken:  Yes
Obedience Trained: Basic
Living With: Kennel
History:  Shelter

Good With Kids: No
Good with Cats: Not Likely
Other Dogs OK: Yes

Sponsored By: Nicole Welsh - Rockville, MD (05/4/12)

Sponsored By: Eva Hartig - Parkton, MD (06/03/12)

Sponsored By: Mary Wood - Fallston, MD " This is not for any in particular dog, but Apollo (who we adopted Dec. 11,2010) wanted to help others babies! Happy New Year! From Apollo and the Wood Family" (03/01/12)

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Description: Braxxton is a wonderful mature guy! He has spent a good deal of time behind those kennel bars in the shelter and it is time to break out and find himself a permanent brand new place to live! Braxxton was not dealt the best hands in life. His early days were not in the best of homes and he was not treated well. However, after landing in the shelter, some time ago, he charmed the shelter staff (mostly ladies) :) - He IS a ladies man! He had them wrapped around his paw...and begged every day for them to find him another place to go...time was running out for him and life was becoming shorter and scarier. Braxxton is now here with us, and we are dedicated to find him that wonderful home he so deserves. Braxxton is very smart and outgoing and active and playful - for a middle aged gent, he can get around just fine, thank you! He is fine with kids - older only because he may inadvertently knock over the little tykes. He loves to go for walks and has very good leash manners....he loves to smell and just enjoy the scenery. Braxxton will require that his new people take him to training. He is looking forward to it - and it will help him to solidify that bond that is so necessary for owners and dogs. A home with a breed knowledgeable owner/handler that is familiar with German Shepherds is absolutely required...and a fenced yard would be wonderful, too. He can't wait to show how smart he is! Braxxton is a pretty mellow fellow - not a jumper, he is a lover and a thinker! He does love the ladies! Come on up and meet this great guy! He is waiting now to look you over and check you out. :) If you would like to meet Braxxton, please contact us to arrange a time to meet him.

Update: Braxxton is one great dog and getting better all the time. He loves walking, running, swimming, sniffing out good smells, people, older children and other dogs. He knows sit, down, heel, come and likes nothing more than to go for a hike or play a game of toss the squeaky ball to me. He is smart and loving, rides beautifully in the car and likes to lean on the folks that give him attention. He is happy to just sit on a blanket and enjoy some petting and to roll over and have his belly rubbed. Braxxton has been patiently waiting for his new family to come and meet him. If you are looking for a new best friend ask to meet Braxxton. He is currently accepting applications from prospective families.

Update: Braxxton just keeps get better all the time. He is thriving since he has been at the T.R. kennel. He gets out for walks and socialization with the volunteers almost everyday. He loves to play ball and is just an all around fun dog to spend time with. He likes to run around in the fenced yard and the large training building at the kennel. Braxxton is an active, curious, loving life dog. Alert and athletic, he willing goes exploring through the woods. But he is not too active to lean in your lap after a long walk.

Braxxton has been attending weekly obedience training classes and is doing very well. He recently passed the test for AKC Canine Good Citizen. He looks great and everyone comments on what good shape he is in. He has been out to Meet & Greet's and several events in the area. He has recently interviewed some potential adopters but he is still looking for that family that is just right for him.  If you think Braxxton would fit into your lifestyle he would be happy to meet you.    

Sex: Male
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: Diego was pulled from a shelter along with his sister Sheba. 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 have 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. Diego was quite thin when pulled from the shelter but he is now eating well and gaining weight. He is crate trained and crates easily. In his temp foster home he was introduced to a large number of dogs, both males and females and with proper introductions Diego got along well with all of the dogs. His temp foster reports: "Diego is a doll - so sweet, friendly and very lovable."  With stability in his life, a family, lots of love, care, and of course training, Diego will be a wonderful friend and companion.  Ask to meet Diego to see if he is the right fit for your family.   

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Sex: Male
Breed: GSD
Age: 2 years
Color: Black/Tan
Current Size:
Potential/Ideal Size:
House Broken: Unknown
Obedience Trained: No
Living With: Kennel
History: confiscated due to neglect

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

Sponsored By: Aparna Giare - Burke, VA (02/15/12)

Sponsored By: Geri Bond - Ruxton, MD "In memory of our beloved Chicana adopted from MAGSR"(02/26/12)

Sponsored By: Joanna Kempler - Baltimore, MD (4/11/12)

Sponsored By: Vernon Fox- Waynesboro, PA (02/05/12)

Sponsored By: Roberta McIntyre- Greencastle, PA (02/05/12)

Sponsored By: William Corrigan - College Park, MD "For Dupont from Attila. " (02/29/12)

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DESCRIPTION:  Dupont did not have an easy life. He was tied outside on a chain to a trailer where he had no shelter, leaving him exposed to the elements, no proper food and a water bowl that was frozen. He is very timid and unsure of his new surroundings. He is coming around slowly. It will take time and patience to help Dupont trust humans again. He has a lot to learn and probably is not housebroken or have much if any in the way of house manners, but being a smart Shepherd he will learn quickly. Dupont needs a family that will allow him to move on with is his life, put his past behind him and become a loving family member. This will take training, time, patience and lots of love but will be so worth it. Dupont would love nothing more than to have a warm comfy bed in a home with nutritious food and clean fresh water. A person that will take him for walks, play with him and provide him with a lifetime of love and care.

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Sex:  Male
Breed: GSD mix
Age: 2 Years
Color: Fawn, Tan, and White
Current Size: 46 lbs
Potential/Ideal Size: 50-55 lbs
House Broken: Yes
Obedience Trained: Yes
Living With: Foster (KR)
History: Return
 
Good With Kids: No
Good with Cats: Yes
Other Dogs OK: Yes

Sponsored By: Jane Gentile,"In Memory of Mistletoe" MAGSR Alum. Columbia, MD (02/20/12)

Sponsored By: Gina LaMandre, Freehold, NJ "In memory of Cody and Sasha" Chompers Legacy Fund (03/06/12)

Sponsored By: Karyen Chu - Silver Spring, MD (06/01/12)

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DESCRIPTION: Elmo was born in early 2009 to a GSD. He had several brothers and sisters, and a daddy who was no where around. Unfortunately, he was the victim of a cruelty case in which the owner beat Elmo's mother to death and two of his siblings at six weeks of age. The surviving puppies went to the shelter while the cruelty case went to court. During those four months, they all contracted parvo and had yet another challenge to face. Luckily, they found a foster to give them the care they needed and all recovered. All of the puppies have since been adopted out, but Elmo is still waiting for his forever home. It seems Elmo has had more difficulty rehabilitating than the others and suffers from fear related issues. Elmo's current foster home is trying to work him through these issues, but it will take time. Elmo's new home will have a few requirements to help him with his fears. He will not be placed in a home with children or one which has frequent visits from children - he needs a quiet home where he can relax and feel more comfortable. Additionally, Elmo needs a patient home - one which understands that he has limitations and is willing to do what is necessary to try and work through these. He thrives with a strong, experienced handler, one which he respects and can feel confident with. He is well beyond basic obedience and is a super star on a leash! He LOVES to play with toys and to romp with the other two resident dogs. I have never met a dog that is better with dogs than Elmo - he loves all canines alike and can get any dog to play, even those who may resist! Elmo enjoys walks, and is a cuddler ... once he is comfortable with you, he only wants to be petted and loved on. Elmo is ready to find his forever home - could it be with you?

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Update 05/04: Sadly Elmo is looking for another foster home. One of the resident dogs in the current foster home is experiencing severe neurologic issues and will be undergoing another surgery next week and must have a very quiet home to recover in. It would not serve Elmo any justice to be returned to the kennel after as far as he has come in his current foster home and would only reinstate all of his fears. Is there any chance you have room for this boy, even if it is just temporarily? If so, please email his current foster at furryfriends24@yahoo.com as soon as possible.

Update 07/19: Elmo is still in search of his forever home. He has most recently been attending some additional training classes specifically focused on socialization and thus far has done very well. See the videos below of Elmo playing with one of his favorite visitors :)

Here are some more videos of Elmo playing with my dad: Video 1 and Video 2

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Sex: Male
Breed: GSD mix
Age: 1 year
Color: Blk/tan
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

Sponsored By: Megan Morales - College Park, MD - "Coming up on our 3rd anniversary with our MAGSR pup, Attila. He's happier and healthier than ever - a general donation in his name to help the current rescues." (2/8/12)

Sponsored By: Trudy Cannady - Baltimore, MD (02/17/12)

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DESCRIPTION: Everloving Guiness is a total goof ball! He gets along with all dogs and loves everyone he meets. Guiness was a stray to a shelter and he has been living with a temp foster while waiting to make his way to us. He lived in a home with many other dogs and got along well with all of them, both males and females. Guiness is all about having fun, playing and being with his people..he will make a great addition to any family.  Guiness' ears do not stand up, probably due to poor nutrition as a pup, but don't let his ears keep you from considering this great boy...ask to meet Guiness - he would love to meet you.

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Sex:   Male
Breed: GSD mix
Age:   11 months
Color:  Tan with Black Mask
Current Size: 60 lbs
House Broken:  Yes
Obedience Trained: No
Living With: Kennel
History:  Surrender

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

Sponsored By: Anna Hughes - Arlington, VA - (4/18/12)

Sponsored By: Charles Mac Hadley III - Olney, MD (07/03/12)

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DESCRIPTION: Jake's family is devastated that they were forced to surrender him...their community deems Shepherd's and other breeds as dangerous dogs and called animal control to confiscate poor Jake.  Not wanting Jake to end up in rural shelter they urgently contacted us.  When his family got him as a puppy from a shelter they had no idea he was a Shepherd mix, he was just a golden fluffy ball of fur at 8 weeks of age, but as Jake grew up he took on the look of GSD and that is when the community petitioned to have him removed.  Jake is now safe with us looking for a new family.  He lived with 2 Beagles and cats and got along well with all.  Jake has a lot to learn, one thing is not too jump on people to greet them, because of this we are suggesting a home with older children as he may inadvertently knock little ones down.   If you are interested in meeting Jake to see if he is the right fit for your family please contact us to set up an appointment. 

Adopted: 1/22/12

Sex:   Male
Breed: GSD
Age:   8 months
Color:  Black/Tan
Current Size: 50 lbs
Potential/Ideal Size: 65-70 lbs
House Broken:  Unknown
Obedience Trained: No
Living With: Foster (MH)
History:  Stray to shelter

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

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DESCRIPTION: Jude just arrived from living a life on the streets, luckily he was picked up and taken to a shelter and then onto MAGSR. Jude is a friendly boy with the cutest tipped over ear, it really suits his personality. Jude is still quite young at only 8 months old and would benefit greatly from training, learning all of the things a well behaved dog needs to know to make a great family member. If you have the time to commit to Jude for his lifetime and are able to provide him with stability, nutritious food, fresh water, exercise, a warm comfy bed and lots of love and care please contact us to set up an appointment to meet him.

Adopted 1/2/12!

Sex: Male
Breed: GSD
Age: 10 Months
Color: Black & Tan
Current Size:
Potential/Ideal Size:
House Broken: Unknown
Obedience Trained: No
Living With: Foster
History: Surrender

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

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DESCRIPTION: Junior is a very handsome young man that is looking for a home to rest his paws for many years to come. Sadly Junior's family was no longer able to afford to provide Junior with the everyday care of a dog requires. Junior lived with another dog and children and got along well with all. He is still just a pup and has a lot to learn, he is somewhat timid when meeting new people for the first time but quickly comes around, giving tail wags and kisses. Junior will benefit greatly from training, this will help him learn good manners, basic obedience and it helps create a bond with his new family. If you have the time and patience it takes to work with a pup, teaching him the finer points of being a good canine citizen please ask to meet Junior. Please remember that Junior, as all of the dogs in our care, are looking for family that will love and cherish them for their lifetime.

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Sex:  Male
Breed: GSD Mix
Age:   3 years
Color:  Black & Tan
Current Size: 50 lbs
Potential/Ideal Size: 55-60lbs
House Broken: Yes
Living With: Foster (TW & LK)
Obedience Trained: Basic
History:  Stray to shelter

Good With Kids:    10 and older
Good with Cats:    No
Other Dogs OK:     Yes

Sponsored By: Nicoleta Eby - Columbia, PA (02/25/12)

Sponsored By: Elizabeth Yaeger - Frederick, MD (7/27/12)

Sponsored By: David Latz, Arlington, VA (2/6/12)

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DESCRIPTION: Hey! Kaden, here! Yes, over here!!! Man, I don't know where I was before, but it sure was a scary place! People were ok, but it was noisy and there were dogs barking -- whew! Am I glad I got outta there! :) Nice people did take care of me. They said that someone would be coming soon to take me to a safe place; and sure enough, this very nice man came and gave me a biscuit and put me in his car....it had a nice blanket that smelled like other dogs so I knew it was a safe place. He told me that he was going to make sure I would find a great home where I would have a soft bed, lots of good food and water and some people who would love me forever and never let me go hungry or without a home again. So where am I now? Well, I think it is some kind of hospital.....they said I needed to have some "vetting" and "neutering" before I could meet my future forever. I am not sure what that is, but I know that it should be ok, right? I mean, in no time at all I will be ready to find my family -- I am what they would call a "diamond in the rough". I don't have much in the way of doggy education or learnin', am a bit of a wild child, but I am smart and will be very eager to pick up this traning. Anything to please my new family! I think a mom and dad and maybe a boy or girl to play with would be just wonderful! Hey! I should be all set to meet you soon. Ask to meet Kaden - the handsome one with the smile! :)

Kaden will only be placed in an experienced home.

UPDATE: Hi, I’m Kadan; my foster moms asked me to update the web since I am so smart. Since coming to my moms’ home I have been living with 3 other nice MAGSR rescues. I love the high drive female and she has taught me how to fetch and return. I get along with all my foster sibs. I now have some nice moderate drive that mom says helps with training and exercise. I need my exercise or I tend to run up and down stairs on my own just to work up a sweat. I am an adolescent, just under two, so I will try to push myself into my moms hearts and cruise the counters when they are not looking. I can get into the trash too if they forget to keep it out of sight. My foster mates do too so I am not all to blame. I am definitely house broken and have virtually stopped the hand mouthing I loved to do when I first came here. I do not lick so I have to do something right? I tend to hug and mush myself on my moms lap.

My foster moms are still giving me training and I am working on recalls, sit stays and down stays. I have excellent leash manners if I do say so myself. I do not like bikes, shopping carts, strollers or other small wheels. My moms are going to work on that....something called desensitization. As long as I get treats and toy rewards I am all for it. Ask to see me but don’t if you have very small children. They scare me and I don’t like their toys with wheels. If you like exercise and like to show tough love...whatever that is, I am your guy.

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Sex: Male
Breed: GSD
Age: 4 years
Color: Blk/tan
Current Size:  85 lbs.
Potential/Ideal Size:  85 lbs.
House Broken: Yes
Obedience Trained: Yes - basic
Living With: Kennel
History: Surrender

Good With Kids: Yes, 8 yrs. and up
Good with Cats: unknown
Other Dogs OK: Yes

Sponsored By: Aleen Moore, Sykesville MD (5/1/12)

Sponsored By: Stephen Kirton - Chester Springs, PA (2/20/12)

Sponsored By: Sue Ann DeLauney - Williamsport, MD (2/20/12)

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DESCRIPTION: Kobe was once a stray and then found a family of his own. Sadly, now Kobe is once again looking for a family.  Kobe lived with children 8 and older, he loved them very much..but when his family had another baby Kobe did not handle this well.  Time, patience, guidance and training would have helped him adapt to the changes in his life--yes, dogs also need to adapt to the changes in their lives just as we humans do.  Unfortunately Kobe's family decided surrendering him to us would be the easier option.  Kobe is obedience trained, is well behaved and very smart.  Kobe would like very much to find a family that will take the life of a dog seriously, one that will love and care for him for his entire life, a place to call home forever. Please ask to meet Kobe to see if he could be your next family member.

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Sex:   Male
Breed: GSD/mix
Age: 4 months
Color: Tan w/ Black
Current Size: 30 lbs
Potential/Ideal Size: 50 lbs
House Broken:  working on it
Obedience Trained: No
Living With: Foster
History:  Shelter

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

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

Sponsored By: David Latz - Arlington, VA (3/01/12)

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DESCRIPTION: Kringle along with his siblings and Mom were turned into a shelter...the result of what happens when pets are not spayed/neutered. This family is one of the lucky ones to make it out safely. They all have wonderful personalities, very friendly and so much want to be cuddled and loved on by humans. They are all residing in foster homes, learning some house manners and getting plenty of love and care.

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.

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Sex: Male
Breed: GSD
Age: 2 years
Color: Black
Current Size: 74 lbs.
Potential/Ideal Size: 80 lbs.
House Broken: Unknown
Obedience Trained: No
Living With: Kennel
History: Shelter

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

Sponsored By: Carole Corrigan - Silver Spring, MD. "In Honor of Dottie Fitzgerald" (02/17/12)

Sponsored By: Michael Clarke - Kensington, MD. "A Christmas gift for Dottie Fitzgerald" (07/25/12)

Sponsored By: Rose Jernigan - Rockville, MD. "A New Years gift for Dottie Fitzgerald" (03/07/12)

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Description: Sam is a very handsome all black Shepherd. This boy draws attention from anyone that sees him. While walking him out of the shelter everyone wanted to meet him and were in awe of his good looks. The same thing happened when dropping him off at the vet's. Sam has a presence about him. He is a very strong boy with a lot of energy, but he also has a stubborn side and due to his strength it is hard to persuade him otherwise once he has made up his mind. With a good training program this will be overcome. He just needs to learn some leash manners and basic obedience and will become the best dog he can be. Due to his size and energy he may inadvertently knock little ones down so we are recommending a family with older children. The hardest thing I encountered with Sam was getting him into the car. He had made up his mind he was not getting in and with his size and stubbornness this took patience, time and persistence on my part. Once in the car he rode very well, laying down quietly for the entire trip. If you have the time to commit to Sam, he will bond closely and be a wonderful new family member.

Sex:  Male
Breed: GSD 
Age:  3 - 4 years
Color: White
Current Size: 85 lbs.
Potential/Ideal Size: 80 lbs. 
House Broken: Yes
Obedience Trained: No
Living With:  Foster 
History: Shelter

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

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Description: Tristan is a very handsome fella, who enjoys the company of other dogs and of course humans of all ages.  Tristan had not had a great life prior to ending up in a shelter, but that all changed the day he ended up in the care of a wonderful loving rescuer.  Prior to making his way to MAGSR he was in a temp. foster home living with a very large pack of dogs and 2 wonderful care givers.  He is housebroken, easy going, takes what ever comes his way with no complaints.  Tristan would love a family of his very own who will commit to him for his lifetime, provide lots of love, care, good nutrition and training..in return you will get unconditional love, lots of doggy kisses, tail wags and a true friend.  Tristan is very mild heartworm positive but please do not let that deter you from putting him on your lists of dogs you would like to meet.  He has started treatment for the heartworm and is expected to make a full recovery.  Heartworm is preventable with a once month pill, it is also treatable and especially with Tristan having a mild case he should go onto live a long and healthy life.

Please open your heart and home to Tristan, ask to meet him today.

UPDATE: My foster mom asked me to give my update. I am told that I am so soft and cuddly. I really enjoy laying around chewing on a ball ball. I don't mind my foster brother chewing on me, but could live without it. I would really enjoy having a calm quiet house. Little noises still scare me. I don't mind kids but I don't want to go near them so just a mommy and dad would be the best. As long as I have a nice soft place to lay my head on; your lap would be the best. I am so gentle that you can reach in my bowl when I am eating. I take treats gently. I am just a teddy bear. I am getting ready to start my second heart worm treatment. I did really well with my first treatment so this second one should be a breeze. If you are looking for a gentle companion ask to meet me today.

Sex: Male
Breed: GSD Mix
Age: 4 yrs
Color: white
Current Size:
Potential/Ideal Size:
House Broken: Yes
Obedience Trained: Some
Living With: Kennel
History: Shelter

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

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Description: Yoda is a super sweet boy - cat & other dog friendly!  Yoda was in a temporary foster home while waiting to come to us, where he lived with and got along well with a 176 lb. Dane, a 30 lb. Border Collie, children and cats.  Yoda is easy to handle and knows many of his commands.  It is obvious at some point Yoda was with a family that taught him manners. How he ended up a stray in a shelter with no one looking for him is unknown.  It is obvious by how quickly he settled into his temp foster home that Yoda only wants to be a part of a family again, one that will love and cherish him for the rest of his life.  If you are looking to a add a new family member, an all around great boy, ask to meet Yoda...he is ready to meet you.