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Sex: Male
Breed: GSD
Age: 1 1/2 years
Color: Black and Tan Sable
Current Size: 70 - 75 lbs
Potential/Ideal Size: 70 - 75 lbs
House Broken: Yes
Obedience Trained: Some
Living With: Kennel
History: Return

Good With Kids: 10 and older
Good with Cats: Not Really
Other Dogs OK: Yes

Sponsored By: Shirley Massey Ellicot City, MD. In Memory of Kala and in Honor of Schutzi. (07/20/09)

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

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

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DESCRIPTION: Achilles, formerly Grover, is being returned to us because of family circumstances, and they are unable to care for him any longer. He is now back with us and ready to move on and settle his paws again - this time forever. Achilles is a nice boy - He will require that his people take him to training - he does need a bit of a refresher course - and training will help to bond his new people to him. He is very anxious to please and is a very smart boy. Wouldn't surprise us if he took top honors in any obedience training :) Achilles was part of a family for many months and while he does love the family life, he is not happy with small, loud children, so a home with no or older children would be best for him. Achilles will chase cats and we recommend that he not share a home with them. :) However, he is housebroken and familiar with a household routine and is crate trained. He would love to be part of a family once again. He would love a foster home while he is waiting for his forever home....Ask to meet this very good looking young man -- he is a charmer!

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Sex: Male
Breed: GSD
Age: ~7 yrs
Color: Black & Tan
Current Size: 97 lbs
Potential/Ideal Size: 100 lbs
House Broken: Yes
Obedience Trained: Basic Commands
Living With: Foster (R&JG)
History: Hit by a Car / Owner Abandoned

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

Sponsored By: David Latz
Arlington, VA (07/03/09)

Sponsored By: Kathleen Owens Fredericksburg, VA (09/01/09)

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

In loving memory of Ronny Gilliam, a brave young soldier who served with honor in Vietnam sacrificing his own life so that his buddies could live. Your spirit still guides me today. - Pat Walraven

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: Poor Balthasar was hit by a car and brought in to the shelter. His owners were notified that he was injured and he waited patiently for them to pick him up from the shelter - but they never showed. They decided to abandon him instead. Fortunately MAGSR stepped in to save him and to help him heal. In the time Balti has spent with us, he has truly stolen our hearts. This once untrusting and hand-shy boy has blossomed into a big, loving, goofball. He has overcome the mistreatments of his past and is loving every minute of it! His injuries from the car accident have healed.

Every morning when the alarm goes off but before we get out of bed, Balti says good morning to us by walking over and laying that big handsome head of his on my chest. He is a devoted companion who loves to go on walks at a nice slow, leisurely pace. He also loves playing a good game of chase with his foster siblings, or ball with himself. He will toss it in the air and catches it himself! One of his favorite games is trying to catch the water droplets, as you can see from his photos. But most of all, he likes to relax in his dog bed and take naps.

Balti has been waiting patiently for his forever home to come along, do you have room in your heart for him?

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Sex:  Male
Breed: GSD
Age:  15 - 16 months
Color: White
Current Size: 60 - 70 lbs
Potential/Ideal Size: 70 - 75 lbs
House Broken:  Yes
Obedience Trained: No
Living With: Kennel
History:   Owner surrender to Shelter
 
Good With Kids:    Older only
Good with Cats:    No
Other Dogs OK:    Some - must have proper introductions

Sponsored By: Eric Kilduff, Glen Burnie, MD (08/01/09)

Sponsored By: Eva Hartig - Parkton, MD "In loving memory of Alexa. " (11/08/09)

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

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DESCRIPTION: The shelter staff called him an escape artist - a Houdini and very smart and agile dog! :)  Batista has had a hard time keeping a  home it seems because he has this habit of escaping! :) Batista is a very, very smart and also a pretty friendly fellow.  He is smart enough to know just how much he can get away with and will push his boundaries, so he needs a home with an experienced owner who will commit to an extensive training program with him.  Batista is a very beautiful boy - and he knows it!  He capitalizes on his good looks, too!  The information from his former owners and the shelter is that he can scale a 6' fence, and he easily opens kennel run gates, and would sometimes greet the staff in the morning in the office.:D   His adoptive family must have a secure  and pretty high fenced in yard for this boy! :)  Batista needs someone - or a family - who has enormous amounts of patience and is up to a challenge.  He is absolutely worth it!  He is a gorgeous and fantastic dog that will reward his family with his unconditional love forever.  If you believe that you can give this dog the structure, the love and the home that he will have forever, please ask to meet - Batista.

adopted 6/27/09!

Sex:  Male
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 (S&KC)
History:    Shelter

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

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DESCRIPTION:  Brewster is great pup, and like his siblings has a wonderful personality!  This little guy  and his sister and his 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 Brewster  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. Brewster is a little different in looks than his sibs.  :)  He has a cowlick of a different color fur right on the top of his head - the fur grows in the opposite direction, making him look like he has  a very modern type hair style. :)   He is absolutely precious!  Brewster also has a smaller human to play with and a very big GSD foster brother to show him the ropes, too! His fosters will update soon with new pictures and updates.  Ask to meet this cool looking guy!

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Sex: Male
Breed: GSD
Age: 12-14 months
Color: Black and Tan
Current Size: 55 - 60 lbs
Potential/Ideal Size: 75 - 80 lbs
House Broken: Yes
Obedience Trained: No
Living With: Kennel (WJ)
History:Return

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

Sponsored By: Tim Krukowski - Sterling, VA. In Recognition of Dogsfindingdogs.com team Mary and Lessa (08/11/09)

Sponsored By: Renee Joseph Laurel, MD (08/06/09)

Sponsored by: Ruth Crosby, New Park, PA. "If I could just take them all." (7/3/09)

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

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:  Caesar was recently returned because his family did not have the time to spend to take him to training as was required. Caesar, a beautiful boy who was not treated well initially, and when he first arrived into the rescue was shy and timid. He is now even more shy, timid and very fearful. He is a beautiful dog that will need a dedicated and committed owner to work with him. Caesar needs to learn to trust people again. He is now with a trainer and under evaluation. If you would like more information about Caesar, please contact us.

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Sex: Male
Breed: GSD
Age: 2-3 years
Color: Black and Tan
Current Size: 70 - 80 lbs
Potential/Ideal Size:  80 - 90 lbs
House Broken: Likely
Obedience Trained: Learning
Living With: Kennel
History: Shelter

Good With Kids: Likely Older
Good with Cats: No
Other Dogs OK: Possibly no small dogs

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

Sponsored By: Wendy Windmann - Severna Park, MD - "Thanks for my Henry, sometimes difficult, but a beautiful boy who is the love of my life." (05/01/10)

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

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DESCRIPTION: Cooper apparently has had a hard life!  He was turned into a  shelter  by someone who did take him in as a stray, but then had to give him up after about 3 weeks because he went after their cat. So he has lived briefly with teenagers and is probably more or less accustomed to a household routine.  He is quite thin - and apparently has not been fed regularly in the past as he is a bit growl y around his food. He will need a home with people who have had experience not only with the breed, but with a dog that has special issues because of neglect,possibly abuse, and definitely has had no training to speak of - and no manners!  He is friendly - will slobber you with kisses - and probably knock you over, too! :D  Cooper is a big boy - or should be,:)  -- needs some meat on his bones -  and definitely will need his owners to commit to a training program to enable this dog to become all that he should be.  Cooper has immense potential - he needs a special, loving family or foster.  Right now he is recuperating from a respiratory infection at the vet's office.  He should be ready for new adventures and a new home very soon.

UPDATE: Hi! Cooper here! I am all better - all finished my medication and not sick anymore and have moved from the vets office. I am all ready now for that forever home the nice man that brought me here promised me. I am gonna hold him to it. I have been without a home for a long time now. There are things I need to learn and re-learn - and I definitely need someone who is very dedicated and familiar with a beautiful but obstinate and mouthy
German Shepherd. Did I mention that I am very good looking? That might help. :) I can only go to a home that will absolutely commit to a training program with me. I promise that the rewards will be awesome! If you can promise to meet me half way and commit to training, have patience and lots and lots of love, I promise to give my all. You're going to love me, I promise! ;)

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Sex:  Male
Breed: GSD
Age:  3 years
Color: Black and Red
Current Size: 66 lbs
Potential/Ideal Size: 66 lbs
House Broken: Likely
Obedience Trained:  No
Living With: Kennel
History:   Shelter
 
Good With Kids:   No
Good with Cats:   Yes
Other Dogs OK:    Likely with Proper introductions

Sponsored By: Tim Krukowski - Sterling, VA. In Recognition of Dogsfindingdogs.com team Mary and Lessa (08/11/09)

Sponsored By: Michelle Hagy - Sparrows Point, MD. Thank you our adopted dog Jake (fka Sonny) (07/13/09)

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

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DESCRIPTION: Jerry Lee is a very handsome boy! He knows it and he works it! This boy is not for a first time dog owner. He definitely needs people who are not only familiar with the breed, but who have had GSD experience in the past and will commit to a training program with him. Jerry Lee is a great dog! He is friendly and loves to go for walks and play ball. He is also very, very intelligent and will try to take advantage of his owners if they let him. Without proper training, Jerry Lee will become overly protective of his environment - with proper training he will make a fantastic companion. If you can give Jerry Lee the training, the structure and consistency that he needs in his new and forever home, please contact us. We will be happy to give you more information and hopefully set up a meeting with this gorgeous dog.

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Sex: Male
Breed: GSD mix
Age: 6-8 months
Color: Black and Tan
Current Size: 46 lbs
Potential/Ideal Size: 60 - 65 lbs
House Broken: Working on it!
Obedience Trained: Working on that, too!
Living With: Foster (MT)
History: Stray to Shelter

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

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

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

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DESCRIPTION: Herbie won everyone over at the shelter with his personality. He had a lot of people pulling for him and working to get him to a rescue. Herbie is a very handsome dude indeed! :) He is only a pup, after all, and will need some fine tuning, but the results will be awesome! He is in his foster home right now, living large! He has a doting foster mom, a few fur sibs, some younger humans......Maaaaan! Life is now good! His foster mom will update with new pictures and some new information soon. Ask to meet his great guy, Herbie!

UPDATE: Herbie was a wild boy when he first arrived, probably the excitement of his own bed and people to love.
And boy does he love!  His nicknames so far are "Smiley", "Huggy-kissy boy"  and "Handsome Herbie". 
Herbie is enjoying his fur-siblings and loves to race in the yard with them.  He has met one of his feline siblings
and thought she was just great.  When Herbie is feeling especially happy, he raises his lips ever so slightly as if to
smile-it is too cute!   The neighborhood kids (young) are now Herbie's best friends.  He sits ever so politely, with a
smile, and takes in all the petting and treats.  Herbie loves treats and works hard to earn them.  He now "sits" and is
accomplishing the "down" command.  He is young, smart, and oh so eager to make others smile.  Herbie
is a real love-bug!

UPDATE: Herbie attended his first adoption event recently and showed himself to be a real lover of kids, especially young kids! Herbie met a few young boys (8-12 years old) and thought they were the best.  If you are looking for a young dog to grow up with your young'uns, Herbie is your new best friend.

Playing ball with his fur-siblings is a favorite pastime while in the yard and is learning to return the ball when it's his turn to run after it.

Herbie's housebreaking is coming along nicely as he earns more house privileges.

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Sex: Male
Breed: GSD  
Age:  2 1/2 years
Color: Black and Tan
Current Size: 97 lbs
Potential/Ideal Size: 97 lbs
House Broken: Yes
Obedience Trained: No
Living With: Kennel (AS)
History:  Return
              

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

Sponsored By: Kevin Pomerantz Taneytown, MD (06/25/10)

Sponsored By: John Giblin- Reston, VA. Thank you - John, Steve and Francis(GSD) (07/19/09)

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

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DESCRIPTION: Max  has recently been returned to us and is now in search of a permanent home. Max is a big boy and is in need of structure and consistency in his new home.  He has had no training in his short life - although we are now working diligently to have him learn to walk properly on a leash and obey simple commands. He will absolutely need a home with those experienced with the German Shepherd breed.   Max will need further training in a socialized setting and he will excel.  He is a beautiful dog and will give his all to please his people.  He loves to play ball and he takes his treats oh so gently, but is not really treat driven.  He is a young and friendly boy, but he is after all a German Shepherd -- and smart.  Max needs direction and training to develop that bond of trust with his people - or he will automatically assume that he is in charge. He is looking for leadership and responds well to commands and corrections.   This is a very special dog that is waiting for a special family. 

Update: Max is doing well in his temp foster home. He is fully housetrained. He is also crate trained but doesn't need a crate. We have given him fully access to our family room during the day while we are at work. He has been the perfect gentleman and is now caught up on all his daytime drama shows. He has drastically improved on his leash manners and is learning his basic commands. Max is definitely in need of full training to help him understand his roll and to establish boundaries. He gets along with other dogs but prefers people. He is a total love bug. He loves my kids and cries for their attention. He likes cats as a snack only. No small animals please! Did I mention he is huge? 97lbs to be exact. Max is an awesome dog ask to meet him today.

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Sex:  Male
Breed: GSD mix
Age:  4 1/2 Months
Color: Black and Tan
Current Size: 33 lbs
Potential/Ideal Size: 50-60 lbs
House Broken:  Yes
Obedience Trained: Working on it!
Living With: Foster (S&VM)
History:    Shelter

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

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

Birthday Sponsorship By:
Happy Birthday Dottie Fitzgerald - Rose Jernigan (07/17/09)

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DESCRIPTION:   Mugsy has a wonderful personality!  This great little guy  and his sister and his 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 Mugsy 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.

Update: Mugsy is a great little puppy. He's been with us for 3 weeks and is already fitting right in to our pack. He hasn't had any accidents in his crate for a few weeks now and has very few peepee accidents in the house. It mostly happens while he's running to the back door to tell us he has to potty. He goes out around 11:00pm and then again around 6:30am and sleeps through the night in his crate. He is crate trained and understands where to go when we say "go crate". He does get a little treat when he does this so he knows his crate is his happy place. He can go for about 4-5 hours in his crate during the day but does need a potty break after that, but that's normal for puppies. We can't expect him to hold it longer than that yet. He has a great personality and loves to play. He's very easy going and is happy to go with the flow but will also initiate play when he wants to and he gets along great with our dogs. He would probably like to be the pup in charge but has happily accepted being the 4th dog in the pack. He's learning to walk on a leash without stopping to sniff every blade of grass and smell every rose. He has a healthy appetite and was 36 pds at his last vet visit. He's a fearless puppy as long as you don't put a vacuum cleaner in the room with him. He cautiously looks at it, comes close then barks and barks at it, then backs off, runs back and barks again and the whole time it's not even on, he just doesn't like the looks of it I guess. He loves kids and other dogs but as all puppies do he likes to jump so little kids have to be careful, but with training and maturity he'll learn that this is not acceptable. He's getting much better at knowing what's his to chew and what isn't. He responds well to corrections. Mugsy is an adorable little guy and is patiently waiting for his forever family to come get him.

adopted 6/27/09!

Sex:  Male
Breed: GSD/ Dane mix ?
Age:  ~1 year
Color: Black
Current Size:55 - 60 lbs
Potential/Ideal Size: 70 - 75 lbs
House Broken:  Unknown
Obedience Trained: Basic Commands
Living With:  Kennel
History:   Shelter
 
Good With Kids: Yes
Good with Cats:   Yes, might chase
Other Dogs OK:  Yes

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DESCRIPTION: Murphy is a long, loooong legged boy! :)  He is a friendly chap; looking for a home.  Murphy is very comfortable with people - he has clearly at some point been a family dog.  He hops right in a car and sits very politely and waits to be driven to his destination -- just like it was something he clearly had done before many times.  He walks very nicely on a leash, and is friendly to other dogs -- he seems to have very nice manners! :)  Murphy will need some training and some polishing - just a little tweaking to make sure that he becomes the wonderful dog that we are sure he will be.  He is waiting to meet you and share some stories - maybe a treat or two. :)  Ask to meet Murphy - a fine looking boy!

Update: I spent some time with Murphy this weekend. He is an incredibly friendly dog who all ready knows some basic obedience. He walks nicely on a leash and took treats gently. He clearly was someone's pet at some point and really misses a family. He played quite happily with the ball and pretty much ignored the cat. He was much more interested in treats! Murphy is in great shape, with a nice shiny coat and long legs. He'd be great as a jogging partner or just as a snuggle buddy!

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Sex:  Male
Breed: GSD
Age:  4 - 5 years
Color: Black and Tan Sable
Current Size: 65 - 70 lbs
Potential/Ideal Size: 75 - 80 lbs.
House Broken: Yes
Obedience Trained: Basic
Living With: Foster (MA)
History:  Return
              

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

Sponsored By: Ruth Crosby - New Park, PA "Can't favor one brother over the other" (07/06/09)

Sponsored By: Reshma Raman New York, NY - "From our beloved Loki (formerly Brooks) to all the other rescues at MAGSR -- may you all find forever homes!" (08/12/09)

Sponsored By: Daniel Dupert In honor and memory of Tanya, Sabrina and Argus (07/22/09)

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

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Description: Otis is being returned because of extenuating circumstances in his family - and they are unable to keep him. Otis is a very beautiful dog that will need an experienced and breed knowledgeable handler and owner. He has had some training, but needs to further his education more. Otis is very intelligent and will need a loving and consistent and firm home to give him the structure that he needs. Otis deserves another second chance at the good life. If you would like more information, or to meet Mr. Otis, please contact us.

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Sex:  Male
Breed: GSD
Age:  ~5-6 years
Color: Black and Tan
Current Size:50 - 55 lbs (very thin)
Potential/Ideal Size: 70 - 75 lbs
House Broken:  95% There :)
Obedience Trained:  Working on it
Living With: Vet
History:   Shelter

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

Sponsored By: Cindy Skoglund - Ellicott City, MD - (09/15/09)

Sponsored By: Jamie Crites, Dundalk, MD (07/19/09)

Sponsored By: Norma Nelson, Orland Park, IL (07/03/09)

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

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DESCRIPTION: Sting was turned into the shelter because his owner died.  Sting is very, very thin and very timid.  He seems to have led a very hard life...and it shows.  Poor boy needs some meat on his bones and a nice place to rest them.  He will need patience and love and someone to show him the bright side of life again.   Sting needs to have his confidence and trust in people restored.  Although a little timid at first, after he gets to know you and warm up to you, he is your best friend.  This is a very nice dog -- and should be a wonderful pet and companion eventually..... with just a bit of effort on someone's part.  If you can be that bright and shining light in this dog's life, please come and meet him.

Update: Sting has been with me for only a few days, but in those few days, I have discovered that he is a super sweet boy. He is cautious at first when meeting people he doesn't know...though this is to be expected since he was starved and mis-treated his whole life by peoople. However, once he gets to know you, he is your best friend and tries really hard to please you. We're working on this and trying to get him out to meet as many people as he can. Since he came to us as a blank slate, we're working on those important doggy manners that he needs to learn :). He is a quick learner and an impressive problem solver and would excel in training with his people. Sting appears to be good with most other dogs (he was around 100+ dogs this past weekend and didn't have any major problems).

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Sex: Male
Breed: GSD mix
Age: 2-3 years
Color: Black/Brown/Tan
Current Size: 45 lbs
Potential/Ideal Size: 55 lbs
House Broken: No
Obedience Trained: No
Living With: Foster (JB)
History: Shelter

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

Sponsored By:
T. H. and Etta Cox
Glenville, PA (07/20/09)

Sponsored By: Staff at Taneytown Elementary School - "In Honor of Cindy Lazzari for School Nurses Day" Taneytown, MD (07/25/09)

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

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DESCRIPTION: Sweeps and his buddy, Marvin took a very long ride to come to rescue....and they sure have a lot to be thankful for this Thanksgiving! They are both now safe and warm, being taken care of and fed, checked out by the vets and will be ready very soon to finally find a great home!

Poor Sweeps has spent his entire life outside in a backyard filled with junk, tied with a four foot chain to a ramshackle little shed -- and fed very infrequently. Sweeps has a great temperament and is a wonderfully sweet and friendly boy who desperately needs a loving home! With a little TLC, some good food and lots of lovin', some training time and patience, this good ole country boy will just shine! Sweeps is also a cutie -- and with a little meat on his bones, he is gonna be one good-lookin' dawg! :) He could sure use a foster home while he is waiting for his forever folks. He has lots to learn and he promises, cross paws, to be a good pupil and to make his family proud! 

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Sex:  Male
Breed: GSD
Age:  2 years
Color: Black and Tan
Current Size: 90 lbs (overweight)
Potential/Ideal Size: 80 - 85 lbs
House Broken:  Yes
Obedience Trained:  No
Living With: Kennel
History:   Owner Surrender

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

Sponsored By: Anna Smith, King George, VA - "In Memory of Niko and Skye" (10/24/09)

Sponsored By: George Corolla & Susan Fountaine - Wilmington, DE (01/30/10)

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

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DESCRIPTION: Tango is new to us and is settling in and getting acquainted with his new digs. He is a very big boy who has had very little socialization, discipline and no training. Tango will make a great dog for the right people and the right home. Tango needs a handler that is very experienced with the German Shepherd breed; and a family that will commit to a training program with him. Tango responds very well to a confident and knowledgeable handler and shows us that he has the intelligence of his breed and will do well with regular training and structure. Right now we are getting to know him better. He is presently working on his social and training skills with a very experienced handler and we will update his progress as time goes on.

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Sex:  Male
Breed: GSD
Age:  7 years
Color: Black and Tan long hair
Current Size: 77 lbs
Potential/Ideal Size: 80 - 85 lbs
House Broken:  Unknown
Obedience Trained:  No
Living With: Kennel
History:   Stray to Shelter

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

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

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Mary Alexander & MAGSR Alum Lessa - Olney, MD

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DESCRIPTION: Tommy is a beautiful and stately gentle giant. He is described as very laid back and unflappable! :) In other words, very little will upset him. A very good trait to have! Tommy was a stray and came in to the shelter in pretty bad shape....thin and with a very bad skin condition. He is now absolutely gorgeous and ready to find a place to park his paws permanently. Tommy traveled a long way to rescue, and his driver informed us that Tommy could really use a bath! :) He may be a little stinky, but hey, that is easily fixed! Tommy is also going to need a family that will commit to working with him and training him so that he can truly shine and make his people proud. Good food, fresh water, a nice bed, a bath now and then, brushing that long, beautiful coat (that will be a job! :), and all that goes with it....Tommy will reward his family with unconditional love and devotion forever....no kidding! Ask for an introduction.

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Sex:   Male
Breed: GSD      
Age:  ~ 8 years
Color: Black and Tan Sable
Current Size: 75 - 80 lbs
Potential/Ideal Size:  75 - 80 lbs
House Broken: Yes
Obedience Trained: No
Living With: Foster (TM)
History:  Shelter
              

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

Sponsored By: Dennis Fortin - Springvale, ME - In honor and memory of Pat Hasemann (08/08/09)

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

In honor of Capt. John Bartoszak… Fair winds, calm seas we will always miss you. Diane & Jack Hanson,  Perry Hall, MD

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DESCRIPTION:  Vargas is a gentleman new to us whose owners turned him into a shelter because they did not want to bother with him any more.  Not such a great way to treat a family member that has been with you for a few years, is it?  From what we can see, Vargas is a good looking mature adult who would benefit from a nice and stable home,  He seems to be a nice dog with a good temperament who just had a raw deal.  We will update soon when we get to know this boy just a bit better.  

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Sex:   Male
Breed: GSD      
Age:  4 years
Color: Black and Tan
Current Size: 90 - 95 lbs
Potential/Ideal Size:  95 - 100 lbs
House Broken: Yes
Obedience Trained: No
Living With: Foster (MH)
History:  Owner Surrender to Shelter
              

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

Sponsored By: Cat's Meow Textiles Frederick, MD (07/05/09)

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

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Happy Birthday Tammy - Love, Bo, Jasper, Toro, Caroline (07/06/09)

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DESCRIPTION:  Wolfgang is an awesome looking young man. A big boy! :) He has a very dignified presence about him - and he is an exceptionally nice boy. Wolfgang has lost his home and needs to find himself another place to lay his paws. Wolfie has lived children and with other dogs and cats peaceably. He needs some fine tuning with training, and this is a requirement for adoption. Training not only helps the dog, it establishes and strengthens the bond between the dog and his owner. Wolfgang is smart, eager to please and ready to find his forever home. He is having some necessary vetting done and updated and should be available to be seen very shortly. Ask to meet him. He would love a foster home while he is waiting for his forever, permanent home.

UPDATE: Wolfgang has kennel cough and is still considered contagious. He is unable to meet dogs until the week of 7/10. He has 5 families waiting to meet him. Most likely he will be adopted by one of them..........please ask to meet at some of our other handsome and lovable boys!