Foster Application

To help understand the 'pack' mentality which will make your dog a better family member, and you a better dog owner, it is strongly suggested that you read, Nancy Baer and Steve Duno's,

'LEADER OF THE PACK' 

If you have any problems with this application please email us here or answer the questions below in the body of an email and send it to updates_web@magsr.org

We are always looking for people to foster our dogs until we find them a forever home. Please use the form below to apply to be a foster. Your answers to these questions will help us match your needs with  the dogs in our program.  Thank you for your interest in our organization.

Fosters must be 18 years of age.

Please apply only if you live in the Mid-Atlantic region. Sadly, it just isn't practical for us to foster dogs out of our area.

Due to the time involved in processing applications please advise us if you are no longer interested in fostering, or would like to withdraw your application as soon as possible .  This will allow us to spend our time working on open applications to find foster and adoptive homes for our dogs.

Please do not consider adopting any of our dogs simple because they have a sad story behind them unless you are completely and totally committed to seeing them through their problems and adjustment.  Moving from place to place will only add stress to their lives and can cause more problems.  Dogs have feelings to, please think of theirs when making the decision to bring one into your home.  Our goal is to have this be the last move in their lives, their FOREVER home.

If you would prefer to mail in your application, please just print this page, fill out the fields as required and then mail back to us at: MAGSR P.O. Box 5 Laurel, MD 20725.  Please keep in mind that doing it this way will severely lengthen the amount of time needed to process your application.  It is MUCH faster and easier to apply online.

MAGSR reserves the right to decline any application, based on the information we receive or are given during the approval process, with no explanation to the applicant.  Information received during the approval process is considered confidential.  Any Application not completed IN FULL will not be processed.  *Denotes required fields
Name:*
Spouse or significant other:
Are you over 18?* Yes No - If you checked "No", please stop here. We can not adopt to minors.
Street Address:*
Mailing Address (if different from Street address):*
City:*
State:*
County:* (county not country please!)
Zip Code:*
Daytime Phone - include area code:*
(Please indicate who to ask for at work number.  Also one number MUST be a home number, cell numbers may also be listed as an additional contact number)
Evening Phone - include area code:*
Best time to call:
E-mail address:*
(If you have an email account it will be the primary means of our communication - please check it regularly.  Receipt of your application will also only be sent to your e-mail account)
Employer:*
*Have you owned a German Shepherd before? If so, please give us a brief history *Why have you decided to foster a dog and why, specifically, a shepherd? THIS APPLICATION IS FOR FOSTERING, IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN ADOPTING CLICK HERE AND YOU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO MAGSR'S ADOPTION APPLICATION *Are you aware that German Shepherds are active, very intelligent dogs who shed and require a lot of exercise and interaction with their family, even if it is a foster home? Yes No *Please list all other dogs you currently have. For each dog, include the name, sex, breed, and whether it is spayed or neutered. If it is not spayed or neutered, please explain why. *Please list all other dogs you've had in the past ten years. For each dog, include the name, sex, breed, age of the dog when acquired, how long you had the dog, and why you no longer have the dog. *Please list all other animals you own, or 'none' if no others: *Who will be the primary caretaker of the dog? Would you prefer a:  Male  Female  No Preference Would you prefer a:  Purebred GSD*  GSD Mix No Preference * Please note that the majority of our rescued dogs come from shelters and have "no papers" - we often determine a 'purebred' by appearance. Do you have a color preference? How old a dog are you looking for? (choose all that apply): Under 1 year  1 to 2 years  2 to 4 years  4 or older  No preference  What size dog are you looking for?: Under 50 lbs  Over 50 lbs  No preference  If there is a specific dog or dogs you're interested in, please list the dogs' names:  (Please remember we cannot guarantee or hold dogs.  The dog you name may become adopted by the time your application is approved, or may already be scheduled to meet his/her new family.  We would suggest continuing with the app process working toward approval so you'll be ready for the next one you see) *When are you looking to foster? Right Away In a few weeks Over a month from now *How long do you think your dog is going to take to adjust to his/her foster home? *How long are you willing to wait for the new dog to become adjusted and bond with you? One Week One Month As long as it takes *How would you correct the dog if he/she has a housebreaking accident in your home? *How would you correct the dog if he/she has a chewed something , like shoes or furniture? *What type of home do you live in? single home  condo  townhouse  duplex  apartment  mobile home Other: *Do you: Own  Rent* *If you rent we must receive written approval from your landlord giving consent for a GERMAN SHEPHERD or MIX of, to be in/on the property, BEFORE the application process is started. You may fax it to 410-740-2010 Attn: MAGSR or mail it to MAGSR P.O. Box 5 Laurel, MD 20725. *How long have you lived as this address?  If less than one year, please list your previous address: *If you move, what would happen to the dog? *Do you have a fenced yard? Yes   No If you have a fenced yard, what kind of fence and how tall is it at its lowest point?  *How will you handle exercise and toilet duties? *How many hours a day will your dog normally be left alone? *Where will your dog spend the day? *Where will your dog spend the night? *Have you and your family discussed the time, energy, and effort required to properly care for a dog? *How many adults reside in the home? *Their relationship to the applicant: *How many children (0-18) reside in the home (please include children who are there part time)?   *How old are the children?    *Does any family member have allergies to animals? Yes No Don't Know-this will be our first pet *Do you have a regular veterinarian? Yes  No If yes, please list the names and phone numbers (include area codes) of your last two veterinarians:  PLEASE CALL YOUR VET AND HAVE CONSENT TO RELEASE MEDICAL INFORMATION POSTED ON YOUR FILE. WITHOUT THIS INFORMATION YOUR APPLICATION WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED OR PROCESSED. *Do you keep your current dog (if applicable) on preventative heartworm medicine? Yes No   If So What Kind: *Have you ever taken a dog to obedience class?  Yes   No *Will you take your foster dog to obedience class?  Yes   No *Would you let a representative of MAGSR visit your home by appointment?  Yes No Due to the time involved in processing applications please advise us if you have decided to foster elsewhere, no longer interested in fostering, or would like to withdraw your application as soon as possible .  This will allow us to spend our time working on open applications to find homes for our dogs. How did you hear about our rescue and/or who referred you to MAGSR? *List (3) three references, including their relationship to you, home and work phone numbers (include area codes) at which we may reach them.  Please let them know we will be calling.  You may only list one immediate relative.  Due to the time involved in processing applications please advise us if you have adopted elsewhere, no longer interested in adopting, or would like to withdraw your application as soon as possible .  This will allow us to spend our time working on open applications to find homes for our dogs. WITHOUT THIS INFORMATION YOUR APPLICATION WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED OR PROCESSED. *Do you understand the information we receive  during the approval process is confidential  and we cannot give details to the applicants if they are denied? Yes No If you have anything to add, please feel free to use the space below.
Bylaws Please read the bylaws. We use this document to frame our policies and feel that it's important for all perspective members to read. You may find a printable version of the Bylaws here. MID-ATLANTIC GERMAN SHEPHERD RESCUE, INC. BYLAWS ARTICLE I NAME AND PURPOSE Section 1. Name The name of the organization shall be Mid-Atlantic German Shepherd Rescue Inc. (MAGSR) also referred to as the ‘Corporation’. The Corporation is organized exclusively for charitable and educational purposes within the guidelines of Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Section 2. Purpose The purpose of the Corporation is: 1. To rescue unwanted, abused, abandoned and/or neglected German Shepherds and mixes. 2. To assess each dog on an individual basis, provide necessary medical care and provide safe housing. 3. To educate the public regarding animal welfare, including the importance of spay and neuter. 4. To educate owners and prospective owners of German Shepherds and mixes about proper care and training, and about other aspects of the breed to the best of our ability. 5. To place rescued German Shepherds and mixes into carefully screened adoptive homes. 6. To accept back into the rescue previously adopted Mid-Atlantic German Shepherd Rescue dogs who can no longer remain in their adoptive homes. ARTICLE II MEMBERSHIP Section 1. Membership Membership is open to all persons eighteen (18) years or older interested in the German Shepherd breed and mixes. Membership is to be unrestricted as to residence. Membership will be granted to an individual upon completion of an application and approval by the Membership Committee. Section 2. Types of Members There shall be two classes of members: 1. A Participating Member is: 1. a member who has applied for and has been granted membership by the Membership Committee, and 2. a member of the Corporation’s approved communication platform, and 3. a member who may have voting rights, see Article III Voting. 2. An Associate Member is: 1. one who has applied for and has been granted membership by the Membership Committee who has the benefits of a Participating Member with the exception of voting. Section 3. Dues Annual membership dues (if any) shall be set by the Board of Directors and shall be assessed and collected as a condition of membership. Section 4. Termination of Membership Membership may be terminated as follows: A member submission of a resignation in writing (via Internet or US Mail) to the Board of Directors and/or the Membership Committee shall terminate his/her membership immediately. The member will be immediately removed from the Corporation’s approved communication platform. Section 5. Suspension of Membership Membership will be suspended for either of the following: 1. A majority vote of the Membership Committee upon receipt of a second code of Ethics Violation within the preceding consecutive twelve (12) months will remove voting rights to the member for six (6) months and during the suspension period he or she will lose all privileges associated with their membership including removal from the Corporation’s approved communication platform, or 2. A Participating member that fails to attend at least one (1) Member Meeting in the preceding consecutive six (6) months. He or she will lose their voting rights. The member can elect to change their status to an Associate Member in accordance with Article II Section 2, request to be reinstated as a Participating Member in accordance with Article II Section 7, or resign in accordance with Article II Section 4. Suspension of membership can be appealed in writing within fifteen (15) days of suspension to the Board of Directors. The appeal will be decided by a majority vote of the Board of Directors within thirty (30) days of receipt of the appeal. Section 6. Revocation of Membership An individual’s membership may be revoked by a majority vote of the Membership Committee for any of the following: 1. Conduct that involves removing from MAGSR’s possession and control, or misusing, neglecting, damaging, destroying or causing to be damaged or destroyed, any records, funds, equipment, internet access, or other operations or possessions of MAGSR, or otherwise embezzling or taking without permission, or misappropriating, any such possessions or including event, individual, and other donations or proceeds from MAGSR events or operations, and other sponsored events or operations in which MAGSR participates. 2. Behavior that brings discredit to the Corporation and/or damages the reputation of the Corporation. 3. Three (3) Code of Ethics Violations within the preceding consecutive twelve (12) consecutive months. 4. Non-payment of dues (if any). 5. Being unreachable by telecommunications, or through the Corporation’s approved communication platform for over eighteen (18) consecutive months. Revocation of membership can be appealed in writing within fifteen (15) days of revocation to the Board of Directors once per calendar year. The appeal will be decided by a majority vote of the Board of Directors within thirty (30) days of receipt of the appeal. Section 7. Reinstatement of Membership Reinstatement of membership status requires the following: 1. Six (6) month waiting period following the date of the resignation/suspension, and 2. Resubmission of membership application for review and approval by the Membership Committee. ARTICLE III MEETINGS AND VOTING Section 1. Meetings Meetings are defined as follows: 1. Member Meeting a. Regular Meeting - held once every quarter during the Corporation’s fiscal year a minimum of four (4) times per year. b. Annual Election Meeting - see Article V, Section 2. c. Special Meeting - called as needed by the Board of Directors, or 51% of voting eligible Participating Members. Ten (10) day advance notice by the Corporation’s approved communication platform will be given to all members for all of the above meetings. 2. Board of Directors Meeting a. These meetings can be called at the discretion of the Board of Directors. Board of Directors Meetings and/or may be called by the President or 51% of the Directors. Any meeting of the Directors may be held in person, or via telephone conference call. Section 2. Voting Eligibility for voting requires all of the following: 1. Being a Participating Member, whose membership has not been suspended or revoked, and 2. Completion of a six (6) consecutive month waiting period after approval of membership, and 3. Attendance at least one (1) Member Meeting in the preceding consecutive six (6) months. Voting eligible Participating Members present during a Member Meeting may take part in all vote(s) being presented at that time. If a vote is called for, the issue(s) shall be decided by 51% of voting eligible Participating Members here and after defined as a majority vote. Also see Article V. At the discretion of the Board of Directors or a majority of voting eligible Participating Members in attendance; any issue, item, or resolution can be sent within seven (7) days to the entire voting eligible Participating Members for a vote. The vote will be held via the Corporation’s approved communication platform no later than twenty one (21) days after the Member Meeting. Section 3. Voting Deadlocks 1. Board of Directors voting deadlocks - will be decided by a majority of voting eligible Participating Members who are present at the next scheduled Member Meeting; or during a Special Meeting called for that purpose. 2. Membership voting deadlock - will be decided by the voting eligible Participating Members present during a Member Meeting. The item/issue will be tabled until the next scheduled Member Meeting unless it is determined to be time sensitive or urgent, in which case the decision will be made by the Board of Directors during that meeting. ARTICLE IV DIRECTORS AND OFFICERS Board of Directors Section 1. General Powers The business and affairs of the Corporation shall be managed by a Board of Directors which may exercise all the powers of the Corporation as granted under the general laws of Maryland except such powers as are conferred upon or reserved to the members by law, by the articles of incorporation, by these bylaws, or by formal action of the members. Section 2. Number, Tenure, and Qualifications There shall be seven (7) directors elected by a majority of the voting eligible Participating Members. Each Director must have been a voting eligible Participating Member for the preceding twelve (12) consecutive months. Directors shall serve for a term of two (2) years. Directors are elected at the Corporation's Annual Member Meeting and shall continue to serve until a successor shall have been duly elected or until his/her death, resignation or removal from office. A Class of four (4) Directors shall be elected in even-numbered years, and a Class of three (3) Directors shall be elected in odd-numbered years. Only one (1) person from any household or family shall serve on the Board of Directors simultaneously and regardless of circumstance, no individual shall hold the more than one (1) Officer position simultaneously. Section 3. Term Limits Members of the Board of Directors are limited to two (2) consecutive terms. After two (2) consecutive terms members will not be considered for nomination for the following year. After an absence of one (1) year a voting eligible Participating Member may be nominated to run for another term on the Board of Directors. Section 4. Vacancies 1. President - A vacancy in the office of President shall be filled automatically by the Vice President. 2. Vice President - The resulting vacancy in the office of Vice President shall be filled by a member of the existing Board of Directors by a vote among the Board of Directors. 3. Secretary, Treasurer, Board Members at Large - Any vacancies in the remaining Officer Positions and/or Board of Directors will be filled by a vote of the existing Board of Directors from candidates nominated by voting eligible Participating Members. Nominations for vacant Board of Director positions must be received by the Corporate Secretary within seven (7) days of notification of the vacancy by the Corporation’s approved communication platform. 4. The Board of Directors will notify the general membership of the newly elected Directors and/or Officers within fourteen (14) days of notification of the vacancy. Section 5. Insufficient Nominations In the event of insufficient nominations to fill all open board seats, the out going board members who have met their two (2)-term limit, may remain on the ballot for re-election. Section 6. Quorum Four (4) of the Directors then holding office shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business at a Board Meeting. If a quorum is not present at any Board Meeting, the Directors present may, by vote of the majority adjourn the meeting until another time. Section 7. Election of Officers of the Board of Directors 1. Immediately following the annual election of the Board of Directors, the Board of Directors shall meet privately to elect the four (4) Officer positions. Each position shall be decided by a majority vote of the Board of Directors. 2. The Board of Directors may choose to meet privately to change the four (4) Officer positions by a majority vote among the Board of Directors. Section 8. Officers President The President of the Corporation shall be the Corporation's principal executive officer and exercise general supervision over all the business and affairs of the Corporation. The President shall have the following specific powers and duties: 1. To preside at all meetings at which he or she is present. 2. To have general and active management of the activities of the Corporation. 3. To see that all orders and resolutions of the Board of Directors are implemented. 4. To operate and conduct the affairs of the Corporation according to the orders and resolutions of the Board of Directors, and according to his/her own discretion whenever and wherever it is not expressly limited by such orders and resolutions. 5. To submit a report of the operations of the Corporation to the members at each Regular Meeting, an annual report to the members at the Annual Meeting, and report to the Directors all matters within his knowledge that should be brought to their attention in the best interests of the Corporation. In addition to the foregoing, the President shall have such other powers, duties, and authority as may be set forth elsewhere in these bylaws and as may be prescribed by the members from time to time. Vice President The Vice President shall have the duties and exercise the powers of the President in the event of the President's death, absence, or incapability and, when so acting, the Vice President shall have all the powers of and be subject to all the restrictions placed upon the President. In addition to the foregoing, the Vice-President shall have such other powers, duties, and authority as may be set forth elsewhere in these bylaws and as may be prescribed by the President, the Board of Directors, or the members from time to time. Secretary The Secretary of the Corporation shall be the custodian of and shall maintain the corporate records and shall be the recorder of the Corporation's formal actions and transactions. The Secretary shall have the following specific powers and duties: 1. To record or see to the proper recording of the minutes and transactions of all meetings of the directors and the members, and to maintain separate minute books at the resident agent of the Corporation, or such other place as the board of directors may order, of all such meetings in the form and manner required by law. 2. To keep at the resident agent’s location, open to inspection by member’s at all reasonable times, the original or an authentic copy of the bylaws of the Corporation as amended or otherwise altered to date. 3. To attend to the giving and serving of all notices of the Corporation required by law or these bylaws to be given. 4. To attend to such correspondence and make such reports as may be assigned to him or her. In addition to the foregoing, the Secretary shall have such other powers, duties, and authority as may be set forth elsewhere in these bylaws and as may be prescribed by the President, the Board of Directors, or the members. Treasurer The Treasurer of the Corporation shall be its chief fiscal officer and the custodian of its funds and property. The Treasurer shall have the following specific powers and duties: 1. To keep and maintain, open to inspection by the President and any Director or member by written request, adequate and correct accounts of the properties and financial transactions of the Corporation, to include all matters required by law and in the form as required by law. 2. To have the care and custody of the funds and valuables of the Corporation. 3. To maintain accurate lists and descriptions of all assets and liabilities of the Corporation, including land, buildings, and equipment. 4. To oversee the disbursement of corporate funds for expenses by transfers, checks, drafts, notes, and orders for the payment of money as required in connection with the activities of the Corporation. 5. To render at each membership meeting an account of all financial transactions, and a financial statement in a form satisfactory to them, showing the financial condition of the Corporation. In addition to the foregoing, the Treasurer shall have such other powers, duties, and authority as may be set forth elsewhere in these bylaws and as may be prescribed by the President, the Board of Directors, or the members. Section 9. Removal If in the judgment of the voting eligible Participating Members, a member of the Board of Directors is not serving the best interests of the Corporation they may request that this person be removed from their position by submitting a Recall Petition. Should this judgment extend to more than one Board of Directors members a separate petition for each proposed removal is required. This petition must be signed by a minimum of 25% of all the voting eligible Participating Members and submitted to the Board of Directors and the Corporation's Secretary a minimum of fifteen (15) days before the next scheduled meeting. After status verification of all petitioners, the Secretary will notify the named Board of Directors member and place a recall vote on the agenda for the next scheduled meeting. At this meeting a majority vote of all voting eligible Participating Members will be required to remove said officer(s). Section 10. Compensation Directors as such shall not receive any stated salaries for their services or any reimbursement for their expenses of attendance. Nothing herein contained shall be construed to preclude any director from serving the Corporation in any other capacity and receiving compensation thereof. Section 11. Committees of the Board of Directors The Board of Directors may designate committees of one or more members with such powers and duties as it delegates, and which serve at its pleasure. The committee will recommend other members as alternates to replace any disqualified or resigned member at any committee meeting, subject to approval by the Board of Directors. The committee may exercise all the authority of the Board of Directors conferred to it in the business of the Corporation. Article V The Corporation Year, Annual Meeting, Elections Section 1. Corporation Year The Corporation's fiscal year shall begin on the first day of January and end on the thirty-first day of December. Section 2. Annual Meeting The Annual Meeting is a Member Meeting held during the month of May at which time Board Member for the ensuing year shall be elected by secret, written ballot from among those nominated in accordance with Section 4 of this article. The elected Board of Directors shall take office immediately upon the conclusion of the election and each retiring Board Member shall turn over to his or her successor in office all properties, correspondence, and records relating to that office within thirty (30) days after the election Section 3. Elections There shall be seven (7) Directors elected by a majority vote of the voting eligible Participating Members. A class of three (3) Directors shall be elected in odd-numbered years by the voting eligible Participating Members. The other Class of four (4) Directors shall be elected in even-numbered years elected by the voting eligible Participating Members. Each voting eligible Participating Member shall have one (1) vote for each position being filled, however no member shall be permitted to cast more than one (1) vote for the same individual. Section 4. Absentee Ballots Voting eligible Participating Members may request to vote by absentee ballot by requesting from the Corporation Secretary an absentee ballot no less than fourteen (14) days prior to the date of the election. Written ballot must be postmarked seven (7) days prior to the date of the election. The candidates receiving the majority votes cast will be declared the winners of the election. In the event of a tie, a second vote of voting eligible Participating Members will determine the winner. Section 5. Nomination A person may not be a candidate in a Corporation election who has not been nominated. Beginning in the month of January, voting eligible Participating Members shall nominate candidates for the Board of Directors positions. Nominations shall be in writing and submitted to the Corporation’s Secretary. All nominations must be made or received thirty (30) days preceding the election. If the person nominated declines the nomination, that person's name shall be withdrawn. Article VI Acquisition and adoption of dogs Section 1. Acquisition The Corporation shall accept for placement dogs of the German Shepherd breed and mixes within the physical and financial means of the Corporation. All dogs shall become the property of the Corporation and shall be returned to the original owner only upon special petition and a majority vote of the Board of Directors. The Corporation reserves the right to spay, neuter, and obtain medical treatment for the dogs, including euthanasia. Section 2. Application for Adoption All persons desiring to adopt a dog from the Corporation shall make written application to the Corporation. After applying to the Corporation to adopt a German Shepherd Dog or mix, potential adoptive families and individuals shall be evaluated the Corporation about their ability to humanely care for the dog, including, but not limited to food, medical care, housing, training and supervision. Based on this evaluation, the Corporation reserves the right to deny adoption to any family or individual that it deems inappropriate for any dog. Families or individuals so denied may petition the Board of Directors for special consideration within fourteen (14) days of denial and a special vote of the Board of Directors will be held within fourteen (14) days after the petition is filed. Section 3. Adoption Agreement All adoptions of a dog from the Corporation shall be subject to a written agreement between the Corporation and the potential adopter. The dogs are not to be sold, given away, or used for experimental purposes of any kind. The adoptive families and individuals are legally responsible for the dog once they have accepted the dog for adoption. Adoptions fees (if any) shall be set by the Board of Directors and shall be assessed and collected as a condition of adoption. Section 4. Foster Homes Dogs may be placed in temporary volunteer foster homes if adoptive homes are not available. The Corporation shall continue to financially support the dog and actively seek permanent placement. The dog may be removed from the care of the foster family by the Corporation's Board of Directors at any time. Article VII No private inurement No part of the net earnings of the Corporation shall inure to the benefit of, or be distributable to its members, trustees, directors, officers or other private persons, except that the Corporation shall be authorized and empowered to pay reasonable compensation for services rendered and to make payments and distributions in furtherance of Section 501(c) (3) purposes. No substantial part of the activities of the Corporation shall be the carrying on of propaganda, or otherwise attempting to influence legislation, and the Corporation shall not participate in, or intervene in (including the publishing or distribution of statements) any political campaign on behalf of, or in opposition to, any candidate for public office. Notwithstanding any other provisions of these bylaws, the Corporation shall not carry on any other activities not permitted to be carried on (a) by a Corporation exempt from Federal income tax under Section 501(c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code (or corresponding section of any future Federal tax code), or (b) by a Corporation, contributions to which are deductible under Section 170(c)(2) of the Internal Revenue Code (or corresponding section of any future Federal tax code). Article VIII Amendments The bylaws and Articles of Incorporation may be altered, amended, or repealed, and new bylaws may be adopted by a two-thirds (2/3) majority of voting eligible Participating Members present at any meeting where a majority of voting eligible Participating Members are present and at least thirty days written notice is given of intention to alter, amend or repeal or to adopt new bylaws at such meeting. Article IX Dissolution The Corporation may be dissolved at any time by a written consent of not less than two-thirds (2/3) of the voting eligible Participating members. In the event of the dissolution of the Corporation whether voluntary or involuntary, or by orders of a civil authority, none of the property of the Corporation shall be distributed to any members of the Corporation but after payment of the debts of the Corporation, its property and assets shall be given to a charitable organization for the benefit of dogs, selected by the Officers. Upon dissolution of this Corporation, assets shall be distributed for one or more exempt purposes within the meaning of Section 501(c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code, or corresponding section of any future Federal tax code, or shall be distributed to the Federal government, or to a state or local government, for a public purpose. Article X Order of Business At the meetings of the Corporation, the order of business, so far as the character and nature of the meeting may permit, shall be as follows: Roll Call and Signing of Attendance Sheets Minutes of the last meeting and Board of Directors Meetings that have taken place since the last Member Meeting (if any) Report of the President Report of the Secretary Report of the Treasurer Election of officers (at the Annual Meeting only) Old Business New Business Open Forum Adjournment I have read the By-laws and know that this document is the basis for the organization's activities. I have not read the By-laws. To become a member of MAGSR, you need to read this document. Code of Ethics You may find a printable version of the Code of Ethics here. Mid-Atlantic German Shepherd Rescue, Inc. (MAGSR) Code of Ethics Our Code of Ethics is established in accordance with the objectives as defined in the mission statement of Mid-Atlantic German Shepherd Rescue (MAGSR). Members will abide by the By-Laws of MAGSR and shall be aware at all times that the rescue exists to find good homes for adoptable dogs. This goal shall be uppermost in the minds of all members when carrying out their volunteer activities. This document is more than a set of rules; it is the acceptance that the behavior of each MAGSR member reflects directly on this organization in its entirety and that adherence to the spirit of the Code is as important as its law. As a condition of membership members pledge to satisfy the following conditions: 1.Members will conduct themselves in a courteous manner in all facets of MAGSR work so that their behavior brings credit to the image of MAGSR and animal rescue in general. 2.Members will present a professional appearance in their demeanor and their actions when representing the rescue. 3.Members shall be vigilant and maintain control over all dogs in their care in order to protect the safety of all while acting in the capacity of a MAGSR member at any public event, the kennel or when meeting with adopters. 4.Members will promptly notify the applicable committee chairperson or designee if they are unable to complete a voluntary commitment. 5.Members shall respect and consider the diverse ideas and thoughts of other members however once a position has been presented, discussed and voting agreement achieved all members shall support the decision regardless of his/her personal position. 6.Members will respect the privacy of any communications among MAGSR members and may not disseminate those communications, neither verbally nor in written form without permission of the author. 7.Members shall refrain from airing personal grievances in email and/or MAGSR’s official communications that are addressed to the entire membership. Personal issues are to be handled in private. 8.Members will not engage in harassment of any kind, including but not limited to the following: Profanity Demeaning, degrading or disparaging comments Threatening actions Harassment, as described above, is prohibited in, but not limited to, forums postings, private messaging, email, personal or public interactions. 9.In all questions of ethics, covered or not covered by this Code, the individual member shall act solely in the best interests of the rescue and its purposes and the membership as a whole shall willingly aid any fellow member in upholding these interests. Failure to uphold any of these requirements may be considered an Ethical Violation and members will be subject to the conditions of Article II, Sections 5, 6 and 7 of the Mid-Atlantic German Shepherd Rescue, Inc.’s Bylaws. I have read the Code of Ethics. I will uphold this document whenever I am representing MAGSR. I have not read the Code of Ethics. To become a member of MAGSR, you need to read the Code of Ethics.
We appreciate  your interest in becoming a foster for our organization.  You must understand that most of the dogs that come into our rescue come from shelters and humane societies or they were strays, so their complete history is not known.  It is possible that the dogs we take into our rescue have been abandoned, neglected, mistreated, or even abused. Although we evaluate dogs prior to accepting them into our rescue, we cannot guarantee their temperament of any of the the dogs since most of their histories are unknown.  Working with the rescued dogs comes with risks.  By sending the application, you are acknowledging that you understand and accept these risks. I have accurately completed this application and all information stated is correct.  I have read the above warning and understand the risks involved in working with these dogs.  I understand that the Mid-Atlantic German Shepherd Rescue cannot be held responsible for the actions, behaviors and/or medical condition of all of the dogs in its Rescue.  I agree to assume the risks implicit in working with dogs who may have been abandoned, beaten, or otherwise mistreated or abused, or who may suffer from an illness, condition or disease. By submitting your application, you are declaring that: you have never been convicted of animal abuse, neglect, or endangerment and that if this changes you will inform the MAGSR Board of Directors immediately or withdrawal from the group and that the information provided in this application is true and complete to the best of your knowledge.  MAGSR can and will deny any application if an applicant has falsified any information provided during the approval process.  I understand that if this application is sent incomplete then I will not be considered for approval. Further, if approved to foster, you understand that you are agreeing to become an official member of MAGSR.  Part of being a foster and member for MAGSR asks that you be added to the group's Forum (email address above will be used) - our primary means of communication.  As a foster and member of MAGSR, you are agreeing to remain part of this Forum group so that you are aware of events where your foster dog would  be invited, aware of concerns, and kept up-to-date on issues related to your foster dog, etc.  If you refuse to be a part of this message board forum, you will not be authorized to foster for MAGSR.  Information on how to join the Forum will be provided to you upon your approval to foster.

Please be patient while the form goes through, it may take a few seconds.  You should see a thank you page once the information went through.

You should here from us within 48 hours once we receive your application.  If you have not heard from us by then please email us here to inquire about the status of your application.

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