CARA

Sex: Female

Breed: GSD
Age: 5 years old
Color: Black and Tan
Size:Large
House Broken: Yes and crate trained
Obedience Trained: Unknown
Living With: Shelter
Date posted: 7/30/08
History: Stray
Altered: Yes
 
Good With Kids: Ok
Good With Cats: Just wants to play
Other Dogs OK: Gets along with dogs wonderfully and is submissive in nature. She LOVES to play.

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Description: Hi, my name is Cara. My ideal home is one with Shepherd experience and one where the humans know that dogs need time and respect. I am a very loving girl but I need time to build a relationship with you. I'd prefer a house that isn't too loud and like a more laid back atmosphere. I am a really good girl who is very young at heart. I still act like a puppy.
I love kids and am great with them. I know that once you meet me you will love me, so give me a chance, I'm here waiting to be taken to my new home. My new home will need to have a fence.

Check out my video!

CHIEF

Sex: Male

Breed: GSD
Age: Adult (5-7 years old)
Color: Black and Tan
Size:Large
House Broken: Unknown
Obedience Trained: Unknown
Living With: Shelter
Date posted: 6/16/08
History: Stray
 
Good With Kids: Unknown
Good With Cats: Unknown
Other Dogs OK: Unknown

Contact: Laurie Lyon at Paw Prints Dog Sanctuary
Contact Phone:717-789-3236

Description: This handsome guy was found abandoned, lying by the roadside. He was emaciated, missing large patches of fur, and had a huge growth on the side of his chest. After a thorough examination by a veterinarian, medications, and lots of love and attention by some caring people, Chief is well on his way to good health. He is also ready to move to his forever home.

Chief is a very affectionate guy, but he can also be very protective. He will be a wonderful companion for someone that is familiar with the breed and is willing to devote some time to him. He will be a very loyal and protective member of his new family. He is housebroken and loves to go for walks. If you think that Chief is just the dog you have been searching for, please call Paw Prints Dog Sanctuary at 717-789-3236.

COCO

Sex: Male

Breed: GSD Mix
Age: Young Adult
Color:Tan
Size: Medium
House Broken: Unknown
Obedience Trained: Well behaved
Living With: Foster
Date posted: 6/12/08
History: Stray from Puerto Rico
 
Good With Kids: Unknown
Good With Cats: Unknown
Other Dogs OK: Yes

Contact: Nicole at nmcgraw77@hotmail.com

Description: Coco came to the beach about a year ago when he was still a puppy. He had a very rough time at the beach because the other dogs tried to run him off; lucky for Coco, he was able to run faster and eventually claimed his spot on the beach as he grew bigger. One of Lilly’s friends, also an animal lover, spends part of the year in a camper on the beach, caring for the dogs. Coco would live with her in the camper for the duration of her stay. Whenever she left, Coco would mourn her departure for several days, waiting for her to come back. Once Coco figured out where Lilly lived, he started showing up at her house despite his fear of her 50 dogs. Like Isabel, Coco loved to go for swims and would spend the day under the pier so as not to get too hot. 

Katie is fostering Coco and Pirate at her home in Chicago. Both of them are doing very well and will be available for adoption as soon as they complete their heartworm treatment in a couple of weeks. If you are interested in adopting Coco and/or Pirate, please contact MAGSR volunteer Nicole.

HOLLY

Sex: Female

Breed: GSD Mix
Age: 4-5 years old
Color: Black and Tan
Size: Medium - 40lbs
House Broken: Unknown
Obedience Trained: Unknown
Living With: Shelter
Date posted: 8/26/08
History: Owner surrender
Altered: No

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

Contact Email: animals@ntelos.net
Contact Phone:540-885-7722
Contact Website: http://www.augustaregionalspca.org

Description: Holly is still available as of August 25th. Please ask to see Holly as she is not on the main adoption floor.
Holly is a 4-5 year old female shepherd mix who was brought to our shelter on July 24th after her owner released her to animal control officers. Holly is a quiet girl who seems kind of sad, but once she's outside for her walk, she perks right up! She can be fearful of certain situations and doesn't seem to like loud, boisterous activity. For this reason, we recommend Holly goes to a home without young children. She is a nice size, about 40lbs, and she is fully grown. If you'd like to get to know Holly better, she'd like to meet you!

Here is her page on our Petfinder site.

$50 adoption fee. Holly will need to be spayed at her new owner's expense. $25 of the adoption fee would apply toward the spay charges.

We are Augusta Regional SPCA, located in Staunton, VA just south of Harrisonburg and about 2 1/2 hrs from DC. Our physical address is 33 Archery Lane, Staunton, VA 24401 and we service the cities of Waynesboro, Staunton, and the large county of Augusta. We're a busy shelter and usually have a full house, so there's lots of competition for the older dogs. We welcome adoptions from people living out of the area or out of the state of Virginia. The application process is completed in person at the shelter.

SHELTER HOURS:
Monday - Saturday 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Wednesday 11:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.

JEAN

Sex: Female

Breed: GSD
Age: 5 years old
Color: Black and Tan
Size: Medium
House Broken: Unknown
Obedience Trained: Unknown
Living With: Shelter
Date posted: 8/26/08
History: Owner surrender
Altered: Unknown

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

Contact Email: animals@ntelos.net
Contact Phone:540-885-7722
Contact Website: http://www.augustaregionalspca.org

Description: Jean is a 5 year old female black and tan German Shepherd who was brought to our shelter on June 6th by her owner who's health would no longer allow him to care for a pet. Jean's story is sad, because she must've had a loving owner as she is a sweet girl. Jean is not crazy about other dogs and probably is not cat safe, so she should be the only pet in her future home. If you're a 'German Shepherd person", you'll fall in love with Jean, so come over for a visit with her!

Here is her page on our Petfinder site.

$50 adoption fee. It's unclear whether Jean's former owner had her spayed, and unless we can determine that, she will need to be spayed at her new owner's expense. $25 of the adoption fee would apply toward the spay charges.

We are Augusta Regional SPCA, located in Staunton, VA just south of Harrisonburg and about 2 1/2 hrs from DC. Our physical address is 33 Archery Lane, Staunton, VA 24401 and we service the cities of Waynesboro, Staunton, and the large county of Augusta. We're a busy shelter and usually have a full house, so there's lots of competition for the older dogs like Jean.We welcome adoptions from people living out of the area or out of the state of Virginia. The application process is completed in person at the shelter.

SHELTER HOURS:
Monday - Saturday 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Wednesday 11:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.

JACK

Sex: Male
Breed: GSD
Age: 10-12 years old
Color: White
Size: Unknown
Housebroken: Yes
Obedience Trained: Unknown
Living With: Rescue
Date posted: 9/25/08
History: Owners died
Altered: Yes

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

Contact Person: Casey
Contact Email: image_instinct@yahoo.com

Description: My name is Jack and although I have a very sad story, I am a very well adjusted senior WGSD male. I am approximately 10-12 years old...I know, that may seem old to you, but I still feel like a youngster! I love to play, I absolutely love everyone I meet, whether it is another dog, a cat, a child or another adult! I do have the typical geriatric issues of a senior, but I am for the most part very healthy. I am up to date on all of my shots, I am neutered and on HW preventatives up until recently. So with that said...here's my story. My daddy died last year in September. It wasn't expected as he was much younger in doggy years than I am. Just when I thought things were going to be OK, my mommy died unexpectedly three weeks ago. To make matters worse, I have a 13 year old human that loves me very much and he is just heartbroken about losing our parents. He wants to keep me, but the nice family that is taking him in is VERY allergic to dogs. The family is selling the home I live in, so I don't have much time. I want my human to be a happy well adjusted man like me one day and I wish I could be there to see it, but I can't. Won't you consider taking me into your home and your heart so that my boy can go on healing from this terrible loss? I promise to be a loving companion and all I need is a little medication for my glaucoma and my bones. See, as I have aged, I have a bit of arthritis, but I still get around pretty darned good. I would do best in a home that has level access to the outdoors. Don't get me wrong, I can do the steps, it just takes me some time and I would love it if I didn't have to go up and down stairs. I would enjoy the companionship of another dog, but I have been alone for three weeks now, so that isn't a requirement. By the way, I AM housebroken and just need someone to love me for the rest of my days here in this world. Won't you give me a chance and help reassure my human friends that I will be OK?

KIT

Sex: Female
Breed: GSD
Age: approx. 2 years old
Color: Black and Tan
Size: approx. 50-55 pounds (underweight)
Housebroken:So far, her crate has been clean. It appears that she may be at least partially housebroken. But because of her background, it would be unfair to expect too much from her too soon. But she’s showing promise!
Obedience Trained: No
Living With: Kennel
Date posted: 7/15/08
History: Puppy Mill seizure-needs home ASAP
Altered: Will be shortly

Good With Kids: Unknown- we’re still learning about her. For now, older children only
Good With Cats: Unknown
Other Dogs OK: Unknown – yes, although she shows some signs of being an Alpha dog

Contact Person: Libby
Contact Email: libby4dogs@verizon.net
Contact Website: Tails Of Hope Sanctuary

Description: The only life known to Kit has been that of a puppy mill.  Kit is really looking for that SPECIAL someone to take her in and give her lots of love and a place to call home.  She was rescued from a Puppy Mill along with her puppies a few weeks ago.  Her puppies have been placed up for adoption and Kit now needs a loving home.  Kit is on the thin side, but with some good nutrition she will gain weight.  She loves to give KISSES and will greet you at the front of the kennel. Kit has shown signs of being a very confident/possible alpha dog.  Considering the life she had endured for years on a puppy mill, she truly has survived as a SHINING STAR!  Her tail never stops wagging! Please open you heart and allow Kit to know what it would be like to run in the grass, have food and water every day and get lots of treats for being a good girl. 

MARCY

Sex: Female

Breed: GSD mix
Age: Adult
Color: Blk/Tan
Size: Large
House Broken: Unknown
Obedience Trained: Unknown
Living With: Shelter
Date posted: 10/26/06
History: Shelter
 
Good With Kids: Unknown
Good With Cats: Unknown
Other Dogs OK: Yes

Description: Marcy does not make a great first impression. She has some typical shepherd temperament and is a little reserved at first. If you give her time, and get to meet the real Marcy, she is affectionate and loves to play ball. If you have the patience to give Marcy a chance to let her "shining" self show, you will have a great companion.

Click here to find out more about Marcy.

RIGHTY

Sex: Male
Breed: GSD
Age: 4-5 Years
Color: Black and Tan
Size: Large
Housebroken:Yes
Obedience Trained:Unknown
Living With: Shelter
Date posted: 6/5/08
History: Stray
Altered: Yes


Good With Kids: older
Good With Cats: Chases - needs to learn cat manners
Other Dogs OK: Yes - Dominant with Males

Description: RIGHTY IS A VERY AFFECTIONATE, AND SWEET BOY. HE LOVES ATTENTION, AND IS ALL ABOUT BEING AROUND PEOPLE. RIGHTY HAS A HIGH ENERGY LEVEL AND NEEDS AN EXPERIENCE OWNER WHO WILL TAKE THE TIME AND EFFORT TO GIVE HIM OBEDIENCE TRAINING AND STRUCTURE. TYPICAL OF A SHEPHERD, RIGHTY IS VERY PROTECTIVE OF HIS PEOPLE AND HIS TERRITORY.

SPECIAL NEEDS: RIGHTY DOES NOT LIKE TO FEEL CORNERED, AND WILL SNAP TO LET YOU KNOW IF HE FEELS THREATENED. HE DOES NOT TRY TO CAUSE INJURY, IT IS HIS WAY OF ASKING FOR SPACE AND LETTING YOU KNOW HE FEELS IN DANGER. WITH THE RIGHT OWNER WHO WILL TAKE THE TIME TO UNDERSTAND HIM, AND PROTECT HIM FROM SITUATIONS THAT WILL BE A THREAT TO HIM, RIGHTY WILL BRING MUCH REWARD, AND LOYAL COMPANIONSHIP.

WHISPER

Sex: Male
Breed: GSD Mix
Age: 8 yrs old
Color: Brown and Black
Size: Medium
Housebroken: Unknown
Obedience Trained: Well behaved
Living With: Shelter
Date posted: 4/8/08 (updated 6/12/08)
History: Owner Surrender
Altered: Yes

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

Description: Whisper (A133761) and Kojak (A121478) can teach us all a thing or two about forgiveness. Despite being shamelessly abandoned by their former owner, their spirits were not broken and they hold no grudges against humans. Gosh, how many of us can say we'd have the same reaction if WE were abandoned and hurt like that?! While these two handsome boys were done wrong by humans, they're not going to let that get in their way of charming their way into a new, loving, FOREVER home, never to be abandoned again.

Whisper...my sweet, sweet boy with the adorable ears and the biggest smile! He's got these big ol' ears that stick out to the side, kind of like a Corgi. He adores his big brother (they are kenneled together) and he loves people. Whisper is a smart boy - he too knows sit and paw. And while they have him at 8 years old - check out his head-shot (I know - he does belong in a calendar somewhere - he's gorgeous!) his teeth are beautiful!

As with Kojak, I promised Whisper I would try to find him a new loving home where he will be a cherished member of the family! Please stop in and meet him - I promise you too will fall in love with him! CHECK OUT THE VIDEO of Whisper and his big brother. They win the award of "favorite shelter dogs" this week. THANK YOU!!

Why not come and take a look at all of our wonderful pets...you never know what treasure you might find.