MAGSR Females For Adoption

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I'm beautiful to look at
And wonderful to hold,
But please don't adopt me
If you wont keep me 'til I'm old.

Good things come to those who wait.
The saying really is true.
Just give me a chance to be a good dog,
And I'll never stop loving you.

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	Dogs with this banner are almost in their new homes so they are not   currently available.
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	These dogs need someone to foster them in a home until they are adopted –                             could that be you?
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	These dogs require a little extra TLC in one way or another;  but are well worth the extra effort!
	These dogs are special dogs who may not fit the "perfect" ideal; but never the less, are still wonderful dogs!

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anika
Fill out an Adoption Application Sponsor: Click here to sponsor Sex: Female Breed: GSD Age: 10 years Color: Black & Tan Sable Current Size: 65 lbs Potential/Ideal Size: 60-65 lbs House Broken: Yes Obedience Trained: Yes Living With: Foster (D & JK) History: Owner Surrender Good With Kids: Older Good With Cats: Yes Other Dogs OK: Yes Sponsored by: Donald Bass, Annapolis, MD (10/18/08) "With Love, Maggie and Molly"	Click here for more pictures
DESCRIPTION: Anika (fka Miranda) was just returned to us after two years of being in a loving, caring home. Her owner is heartbroken to return her but was unexpecteldy called up to serve, on 48 hours notice, to the Middle East. She has come a long way from when she first came to MAGSR 2 years ago and was a kennel dog that was used as a breeder. Update: Anika is doing very well back in her foster home from two years ago. She appreciates the quiet environment and is a country girl at heart. She interacts well with the five other dogs she is living with and ignores the cat! She just wants to be loved and really likes to be petted! She is afraid of men, but warms up to them. Anika just needs an allergy shot once a month. She prefers a quiet home in the country with older children only and another dog. She seems to only like other German Shepherds! Update: Anika loves her foster home and adores her foster sister, Lucy! She is a total love bug and doesn't even mind her monthly allergy shots. She gets benadryl daily to help with those pesky itches but takes them like a champ! Anika believes the kitty is not worth her notice but every now and then she will condescend to play with the basenji's. However, Lucy remains her best friend. Anika's video shows her playful side as she romps in the yard with Lucy!
CaRMEN
Fill out an Adoption Application Sponsor: Click here to sponsor Sex:  Female Breed: GSD Age:  5 months Color: Black Current Size: 40 lbs Potential/Ideal Size:  50 - 55 lbs House Broken: Not yet! Obedience Trained: Learning Living With: Foster (KH) History:  Shelter                Good With Kids:  Yes Good with Cats: Yes (but may chase) Other Dogs OK:   Yes (small & large) Sponsored by: Steve & Theresa Nickey Baltimore, MD - "I am making these monthly donations in the name of my beloved German Shepherd CASEY, whom passed away last Christmas. I love her and will miss her always." (11/06/08)	Click here for more pictures
DESCRIPTION: Carmen is a pretty little girl that is in need of a permanent home.  She is a typical puppy - ready for anything and with all those very typical puppy behaviors that make puppies so much fun!  She is wiggly, happy, lickey and bouncy and read to take on the world.  She is now in a foster home and lovin' life with some fun smaller humans - known as kids -- and some fur friends, too.  Her foster mom will update soon.   DESCRIPTION: Carmen has settled into our house beautifully!  She is incredibly sweet; she just loves everything!  My 2 and 4 year old love her because she gives them kisses and likes to play.  Carmen also gets along with my 2 dogs, and my neighbor's dogs on the other side of the fence.  Carmen has gone to 2 events and has done such a great job greeting people and dogs alike.  She has not had any accidents in the house and learned her name in less then a day!  She is super smart and loving!  Honestly, she is the easiest foster I've ever had.  She is a joy to have, and has a beautiful black coat to go along with her beautiful personality.  I can't say enough good things about her, she is just so special to us already!
CaSSIDY
Fill out an Adoption Application Sponsor: Click here to sponsor Sex: Female Breed: GSD Age: 1 - 2 Years Color: Tan and Black Current Size: 60 - 65 lbs Potential/Ideal Size: 60 -56 lbs House Broken: Yes Obedience Trained: No Living With: Foster (J &DR) History: Stray to Shelter Good With Kids: Unknown Good with Cats: Not Likely Good with Dogs: Likes the boys! Doesn't care for the girls!	Click here for more pictures
DESCRIPTION: Hi! My name is Cassidy -- you may have heard my story. I was in a really bad way and was picked up off the streets of the city just about to deliver my babies. I did not have a home and I was so afraid that we all were all going to be in a lot of trouble! The nice people at the shelter took me in, settled me down and told me not to worry. They said that they had the perfect place in mind for me and my babies -- and they did! They called MAGSR and all the nice people there made sure that I had a warm and safe place to have my babies. It was in the nick of time, too -- the babies started coming the very next day...and they kept on coming! It was a hard job! The ladies that helped me looked like they needed a rest, too. My foster mom was an angel. She and her friends watched over all of us and took over for me when I could not feed all my pretty babies any more. Have you seen my children? They are wonderful! They don't look too much like me -- well, maybe one little girl does; but they are all so very sweet. I am a fairly big girl, very friendly -- have not met a person that I did not like. I have allowed just about a million people come over and handle my babies and pet me and have not objected at all! I have bonded very deeply to my foster mom -- she does all the work with the puppies now :) and I will bond very tightly to my forever family, too. I am just a young thing -- I need to learn a lot! I have been on my own for a while, i chase squirrels and I can easily jump over a 4' fence! I will need to go to training with my people - and they will need to set rules and boundaries so that I will feel and be safe. No more children for me! No sireee! That was way too much work -- and no fun at all! Now I am ready for a human family to love forever. Update: Cassidy has finally ditched those annoying babies and is on her own! She is a friendly, outgoing dog who loves the boys! Females, she doesn't care for, after all, they may be after her men! She adores splashing in the pool and taking walks. She is also a big fan of snuggles! If you have a boy dog, Cassidy would really love to join your household! Ask to meet her today!
CHEYENNE
Sponsor: Click here to sponsor Sex: Female Breed: GSD Age: 5 yrs (DOB: 01/29/03) Color: Black & Red Sable Current Size: 75 lbs Potential/Ideal Size: 65-70 lbs House Broken: Yes Obedience Trained: Yes Living With: Foster (JP) History: Owner to MD Shelter   Good With Kids: Yes Good With Cats: Possibly Other Dogs OK: Yes   Sponsored by: The SSA DCS Budget Staff - "We wish Jenn the best in her future career!" (06/13/09)   Sponsored by: James Reed - Woodbridge, VA (12/06/08)   Sponsored by: Arthur Mitchell - Washington, DC (11/04/08)	Click here for more pictures Click here for more updates!
DESCRIPTION: Cheyenne is ready to start the new year off with her new hip and is now available for adoption once again! This girl is super, she's a real love bug and true to the breed, unconditionally dedicated. She always has a smiling face and a wagging tail and the softest head for petting. Chey is an energetic girl who loves to play ball, go for long walks, chew on toys or bones, and she loves to eat! Cheyenne loves to play, life is one big playground to her and there is nothing more she enjoys than playing fetch. This girl however is more than a pretty face and is going to require someone with GSD experience. She's high drive and once determined that she wants to do something, good luck convincing her otherwise. This is where obedience training comes into play and makes the difference in co-habitating with this girl, she must understand that her handler is in charge. Reputable obedience training will be a must with Chey and will make a great difference in handling her. Cheyenne is crate trained, however she's spent very little time in her crate over the last year that she's been here (because she is well behaved), mostly just for her recovery period after her hip surgery. Unfortunately even at such a young age, Cheyenne suffers from hip dysplaysia. She was very lucky that MAGSR found her and was able to have her left hip replaced to help alleviate some of her pain and suffering. At this point in her recovery, all restrictions have been lifted and she's doing beautifully. We expect she will continue to progress up until the 6-month post surgery mark in mid-April. There is a 25% chance she will require the right hip be replaced as well, but it is too soon to tell at this time. Given her hip dysplaysia, Cheyenne would not make a good running partner or high impact sport dog, but she would love to go swimming, play ball, romp with a fur sibling or go on long walks. She can also be quite the couch potato when she feels like it and has taken over my sofa! In addition to her hip dysplaysia, Chey does suffer from skin allergies, re-occuring UTIs, and a sensitive tummy which can mean more accidents than the average dog, although she is completely 100% housebroken. All of these conditions I have learned to manage over the last year and rarely does she require treatment like she did when she first came into foster with me. With a little bit of patience, understanding and educating, Cheyenne could make an excellent pet for someone looking for a true GSD! Note: To see past updates on Cheyenne, please click here. Update 04/22: Unfortunately, I have bad news and it seems Cheyenne will be having her right hip replaced in June. After spending the last 6 months recovering from her left hip replacement, she is showing noticeable limping and decreased exercise. What many people do not realize about hip dysplaysia is that limping is not a typical symptom. Since it is a disease that typically affects both hips, one usually does not feel any better than the other. Since Cheyenne does have a healthy hip now, she is strongly favoring her left leg and therefore the muscles in her right leg have atrophied. This is good in the sense that her left hip feels much better and her first surgery was a success, but not good because she must have another major surgery that is extremely expensive and requires extensive rehabilitation.Cheyenne appreciates any help you can give her! Please click on Medical fund to help cover the cost of surgery! Cheyenne sends kisses and tail wags to all those who have supported her along the way and to those who continue to support her...this wouldn't be possible without you! Hopefully we will have good news soon to pass along this summer. Update 05/30: Please check our blog for updates on Cheyenne's surgery.
CHLOE
Sponsor: Click here to sponsor Fill out an Adoption Application Sex: Female Age: 2 yrs Breed: GSD mix Color: Blk Current Size: 35-40 lbs Potential/Ideal Size: 50-55 lbs House Broken: Yes Obedience Trained: No Living With: Foster (R&AA) History: Owner surrender to shelter   Good With Kids: No Good With Cats: No Other Dogs OK: Some Sponsored by: Nancy Narrett - Ellicot City, MD - With love and appreciation to my second family-The Martinez Family Love Leo (fka Torcan) (08/02/09)	Click here for more pictures My new bed was donated by Jane Woerner.
DESCRIPTION: Chloe lived with a family and lost her home when the landlord said, "no dogs". She is a sweet and gentle young dog and will need a little training, but is smart and willing to learn. Chloe is a petite girl, very good looking, with flying nun ears that stand up one at a time -- once in a while. :) She wants to please her people and you can tell she will bond very tightly to her family. She misses her children and while at the vets was just so happy to be petted by a teen who was there. Right now she is understandably confused about all the changes in her life, but, hey, she is a trooper and is willing to do all that it takes to be part of a family once again! Take a look at Chloe and ask to meet her up close and personal. You will be impressed! UPDATE:   Pretty Princess Chloe has recently returned from a visit at the vet hospital to treat some stress related skin conditions.  She is all better now, better than ever!  ... And ready to take on the world!  Chloe is ready to show off her beautiful and shiny fur coat.  She is an energetic, playful and fun dog!  She needs a family desperately -- she has so much to give.  Chloe is smaller, about 50 pounds -- a pint sized bundle of fur!  She needs a bit of polish and a brush up on those leash and basic manners, but she is willing to learn. Chloe will benefit from obedience lessons and training with her family.  She is very smart and will let you know it!  :)  She takes treats gently and is very ready to show you just what a lovebug she can be.  Chloe would love a foster home while waiting for Prince Charming -- or Mr. and Mrs. Charming -- to come and take her home.  She is waiting to meet you.  Ask to see Chloe, the pretty black dog with the flyaway ears! :)
CRYSTAL
Fill out an Adoption Application Sponsor: Click here to sponsor Sex: Female Age: 1 1/2 - 2 years Breed: GSD Color: Black & Silver Current Size: 60 - 65 lbs Potential/Ideal Size: 65 - 70 lbs House Broken: Yes Obedience Trained: Learning Living With: Kennel History: Stray/Return   Good With Kids: Yes Good With Cats: No Other Dogs OK: Some   Sponsored by: Nancy and Larry Boldt - Eldersburg, MD "You are a very special little girl." (10/29/08)   Sponsored by: Gertrude Cannady - Baltimore, MD(10/23/08)	Click here for more pictures
DESCRIPTION: Hi everyone!  Crystal here! My new home didn't work out and so I am back with my old kennel friends.  They are great buds, don't get me wrong, but I really would like to have a real home of my own very soon.  It can get noisy here and it is kinda lonely.  I would love some children to play ball and fetch with -- I am a ball playing star! :)  I really love to play fetch.  I am well behaved in a home. I go potty where I am supposed to go and I am very good at night.   A nice bed and some chewie toys would be great.  I need to continue my obedience training -- as I am a little rough around the edges -- being that I was on my own for quite a while.:)   Training with my people is absolutely necessary. I need an owner who is experienced with my breed and I promise to make my family proud! To tell you a little bit about me -- well, I am an escape artist and can jump easily, if I must say so, over a 4 foot fence.  Please make sure you have a nice sturdy fence at least 6 feet tall to keep me safe.... And also, I am very picky about my doggie friends. I like who I like and I don't like the rest! :)  As we go through the training together, I will become more and more comfortable with my people and will be much more social and able to meet more and more doggie friends that I will be ok with.  I am not a doggy park playmate -- at least not yet -- maybe after a few months of training under my collar; and training should be a lot of fun!  I am a very smart girl and catch on very quickly.  I hate to sound boastful, but I am also extremely good looking! :)  Come on up and see me sometime!  I promise you will fall in love! Update: Crystal is a real love bug! She adores people and soaks up attention like a sponge! She walks well on a leash and is just waiting for you to come take her home!
DELIA
Sponsor: Click here to sponsor Fill out an Adoption Application Sex: Female Age: ~6 yrs Breed: GSD Color: Black Current Size: 65-70 lbs Potential/Ideal Size: 70-75 lbs House Broken: Not Sure Obedience Trained: Unknown Living With: Vet's Office History: Impounded -- Cruelty and Neglect   Good With Kids: Unknown Good With Cats: Will tolerate - as long as they stay out of her "space" Other Dogs OK: Some	Click here for more pictures Special thanks! Laurell K. Hamilton is the author of two New York Times Best Seller series which mix mystery, fantasy, magic, horror and romance. There are now more than six million copies of Laurell’s first series in print worldwide and her second series is on its way to the top! Ms. Hamilton lives in St. Louis County, Missouri with her husband, daughter, two pug and two part pug dogs. Laurell and her assistant Darla have generously donated to help Delia, and have previously helped another MAGSR dog, Saydee. Delia sends big wet sloppy kisses to Laurell and Darla for helping her! They are two of her Angels on Earth! It is with the generosity of such kind and bighearted people that together we are able to help so many abused, neglected and voiceless dogs. Laurell also promotes spay and neutering, and showcases adoptable dogs on her website. MAGSR is listed as one of her charities.
DESCRIPTION: You might have seen Delia before. Delia was the lead story a short while ago on the local news.  The news team was doing a story in the neighborhood and someone called their attention to her.  It was a particularly hot day for spring,  over 82 degrees and when the news team arrived on the scene, they were understandably horrified.  This once beautiful Black German Shepherd dog was almost unrecognizable.   She was in an unshaded backyard and had mange, open oozing sores over at least 75% of her body and was lying in filth with flies buzzing over her head.  One eye was totally closed and covered with sores.  There was no sign of water or shelter anywhere.  When she got up, a huge mammary tumor was visible hanging from her underside.  Her owner was ordered to give her up to the  Animal Control officers who subsequently notified MAGSR.  We welcomed her. Delia is now at the vets recuperating.  She is doing very well and is an office favorite; enjoying all the attention and loving that she had been lacking so far in her life.  The staff all love her, she has doggy and kitty friends and she is loving life once again!   Her mange is being taken care of, the sores are almost gone; the vision in one of her eyes is still  questionable, but it does not affect the personality of this very valiant lady!  She is scheduled for her spay and tumor removal and she should move into her foster home as soon as the doctors give her the go-ahead! If you can help cover some of the medical expenses of Delia and our other medical issue dogs please click here. She is very, very appreciative of your help and gives you all friendly, sloppy, grateful kisses!  Update: Delia's face and hind end that were looking so horrible when I brought her in are healing very nicely. Delia still has a scar on the right side of her face but it is much smaller than previously. The doctor thinks that eventually her hair will grow back in all affected areas but she is not sure of pigmentation returning. Delia has become the office favorite, just about every day she is brought from her run to the reception area where she has her personal, bolstered bed. She is perfectly content to lay there and watch all the happenings in the office. Delia can become very protective of her bed. Since she has been feeling better, she has developed a "personality" such as getting upset and throwing her water bucket around in her run if she feels she isn't getting enough attention. Delia was given a kuranda bed for her run, she refuses to get up on it but will sleep on a comforter. The vet  spends a lot of time with Delia and even takes Delia for walks with her own two dogs every day. Delia is fine with the other dogs unless they try to get into her bed when they come back into the office. When I walk Delia, she just stays right by your side and looks up at you! Delia responds quickly if she sees a leash in your hand, she loves to go out for walks! Her coat, from all the grooming, bathing and brushing is looking beautiful, and feels so soft.This poor girl seems to desperately need to be loved. Update: I visited HRH Delia yesterday. She extended her paw to me and consented to a few pictures to show her improving condition. For a dog that had spent most of her life outdoors in a unshaded and filthy backyard, Delia has come a long way. Her face is starting to show new hair growth and her other bald spots are gradually filling in and her sores are healing. Delia is living large as the resident Diva at the veterinary hospital where she has been staying. She is a definite favorite with the doctors and the staff....she lies on her padded, comfy, bolstered bed and watches the comings and goings around her all day. She is very protective of this wonderful bed and will let any animal that so much as gives it a sniff a stern warning to back off! :) She is definitely what you would call a lady of leisure....I guess because of her past, this is very understandable and she shows no sign of being a hyper-active dog at all! :) Life is good with a soft bed, air conditioning in the heat, good food and great company -- and regular walks! Sigh -- can't ask for much more, other than a permanent home to lounge around in, now can she?
ELLY
Fill out an Adoption Application Sponsor: Click here to sponsor Sex:  Female Breed: GSD Age:  6 years Color: Black and Tan Current Size: 75 - 80lbs Potential/Ideal Size:  85 - 90lbs House Broken: Unknown Obedience Trained: No Living With: Kennel CCFP History:  Shelter                Good With Kids:  Likely Good with Cats:  Unknown Other Dogs OK:   Likely Sponsored by: Ruth Crosby, New Park, PA (10/13/08)   Sponsored by: Rachel Borders Virginia Beach, VA (11/22/08)	Elly (left) with brother Hessian Click here for more pictures
DESCRIPTION: Elly has come to us with her brother, Hessian.  They recently lost their owner and the only home they had ever known and are now searching for a new home.  They have lived their whole lives on a farm and are very used to being outdoors, but they are now looking forward to being pampered and spoiled and finally inside dogs!  Both dogs are very sweet and gentle and calm.  They are devoted to each other and optimally would like to be adopted to the same home, but they can be separated --  They just need owners who would commit to them forever.  Elly is a beautiful girl with a sweet nature and a very pretty face!  She  could stand a little more weight on her and is in need of some good quality food, a good brushing and a bath.  Because she has lived outdoors for most of her life, she will need  a little training --and a family that will be able to set rules for her to follow and have the patience to see her through all the learning processes.  Elly will be an easy, soft dog.  She is smart and willing to do anything to please her people.  She would love it if you would love her brother, too, but understands if you can only have room for her.  Elly is a dog that will give you her heart.  She is eagerly waiting to meet her forever family.
GEORGIA
Fill out an Adoption Application Sponsor: Click here to sponsor Sex:  Female Breed: GSD Age:  6 years Color: Black and Tan Current Size: 65 - 70 lbs Potential/Ideal Size: 65 - 70 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: Dorothy Rockstroh - Ellicott City, MD (03/15/09)	Click here for more pictures
DESCRIPTION: Hi!  My name is Georgia -- and no, the last name is not Brown, but I am very, very sweet! :)  Have come upon some bad luck lately and found my self in a shelter....not good at all! No sir! But I made friends; and with my winning disposition and charm asked them to get me to a place where someone would see the great dog that I am and take me home forever.  Well, here I am -- and my friends will tell you that I am a very nice girl, not flashy, but rather calm and steady.  I need a bit of refresher work in the training department, but I do have a very high doggy IQ if I do say so myself.  I am a quick study and I love people.  I get along ok with other dogs, and while I did see those other furry, smelly things that are known as cats while at the shelter, I did leave them alone -- didn't get too close, so I can't really say if I would be best friends with one or not.  Anyway, I would love a permanent home, a soft bed, some good food and fresh water, some treats, (not too many - my figure, you know), -- and a family that will commit to me forever.  I have had enough of the wandering life and I am definitely ready to settle down.  Won't you come and visit with me - sit a spell and tell me all about yourself?   I am ready -- ask for Sweet Georgia.  I'll be waiting! Update: Georgia loves playing with balls and if you have a pool, so much the better! She also loves splashing in the water and playing with the water hose! She walks well on a leash and loves to snuggle. She is a treasure you can't afford to miss! Update: Georgia went on a road trip yesterday to Owings Mills PetsMart. I hear she was great in the car!! And she was a good little girl all day. She got all kinds of attention since she is so pretty and well behaved.... she loves both kids and adults and acts much younger than 6 years old.... She is looking for her forever family. Could that be you? Ask to me this beautiful little girl today!! I don't think we will have her much longer!!
HOPE (fka lady godiva)
Sponsor: Click here to sponsor Fill out an Adoption Application Sex: Female Breed: GSD Age: 4 years Color: Black Current Size: 60-65 lbs Potential Size: 75 lbs House Broken: Yes Obedience Trained: Learning Living With: Foster (JR) History: Abandoned then shelter Good With Kids: Yes Good With Cats: Yes, may chase Other Dogs OK: No little dogs!	Click here for more pictures
Update: Hope is doing awesome in her new foster home.  She has fit right into our family seamlessly.  Nothing much phases Hope including my two year old son running and playing in the house.  In fact, she will lay down next to him and go right to sleep!   She loves nothing more then being with the family, giving kisses, and getting belly rubs.  She is also content being in her crate for a rest or when the family leaves the house. Hope also loves our cats a little to much. She means no harm to them but try telling them that!!!  However, to Hope's credit she is learning that it is not acceptable to chase the cats.  She forgets once in awhile but over all is good about it.  Hope does need some basic obedience training.  She is a quick learner though! Hope would love to have a forever family to call her own.  The only thing she asks (and what her foster mommy asks) is that you will love and take care of her forever.  Hope has had a lot of  losses in her life and really needs the stability of long term family life.  If you can give Hope that please come out and meet her.  She promises you will love her! Update: Hope is continuing to do well in foster care. She is the sweetest and most tolerant dog when it comes to people--she just loves people. She is working on basic obedience skills and has learned what is expected of her. She is a quick learner and very smart! Update: Are you looking for a dog that is great with kids?  Well, look no further.  Hope is FABULOUS with children.  I frequently take her to the park with my son.  Children come running up to Hope and she loves the attention.  She likes to gives kisses and lay down for them.  One child actually stuck his whole hand in her mouth (quick little guy he was) and Hope just gently turned away without even flinching.  Hope also loves big people too. She is very laid back in crowds.  She does get a bit keyed up when she sees another dog.  A quick correction usually solves it.  She will need a strong consistent handler. Hope has had treatment for allergies and non contagious demodectic mange; she , like any dog , can have a flare up but it is treated easily with inexpensive meds but her wonderful personality and gentleness with kids of all ages more than compensate for the off chance she may need periodic meds. Ask to meet Hope today. We promise you won't be sorry! Update: We had the pleasure and honor of hosting Hope in our home while her foster family was on vacation.  What a great dog!  Hope was quiet, polite and respectful in the house.  She would rest peacefully at my feet while I washed dishes and tidied the kitchen.  But pick up her leash and collar, and Hope is a bouncing bunny -- ready and eager to go for a walk.  She sits beautifully at the door before it's opened and is just a fantastic walking companion.  She loved everyone in the neighborhood, and everyone loved Hope!  She obediently restrained herself when we bumped into the neighbor's pet rabbit in our yard, and Hope ignored the canines at "eight-dog corner" as they tried to goad her into a bark-fest!  Whenever I picked up her food bowl to prepare a meal, Hope made a beeline for her crate where she patiently waited to dine.  And best of all, while Hope was always happy to see me when I would come home from work, it was a bigger treat to see her exuberant joy when her foster family arrived to take her home.  Hope acted like she had won the lottery!  And there's no doubt that when you meet Hope, you'll feel that way too.
ISABEL
Sponsor: Click here to sponsor Fill out an Adoption Application Sex: Female Breed: GSD mix Age: 4-5 years Color: Black and Tan Current Size: Potential Size: 70-75 lbs House Broken: Yes Obedience Trained: Learning Living With: Foster ( M&NS) History: Stray - Dead Dog Beach, Puerto Rico Good With Kids: Yes Good With Cats: Unknown Other Dogs OK: Yes Sponsored by: Norma Nelson, Orland Park, IL "I still love you Izzie. I have a new card number so you will have treats!" (10/30/08)   Sponsored by: Crista Lenk (10/13/08)	Click here for more pictures
DESCRIPTION: Isabel was rescued from Dead Dog Beach in Puerto Rico where she had been a stray for almost a year, and has been in a temporary foster home in Florida while regaining her strength before coming to her foster home with us.  Isabel has been successfully treated for  Erlichia (a tick borne illness), she is to undergo heartworm treatment now and will spend the required amount of time recuperating at her foster home.  Isabel is still severely underweight, about 30 lbs), but is eating well and will be a very pretty and healthy looking girl very soon.  She is an amazing and gentle soul.  Izzy is very friendly and gets along well with other dogs and has lived in a home with small children.  She is also working on her English, and can now bark and woof with almost no accent at all! :)  Her foster mom will send periodic updates and pictures.  Check in for more news and do ask to meet this special, special girl! If you have never heard of Dead Dog Beach, please click on the links below and familiarize yourself with true rescue.  http://www.amigosdelosanimalespr.org/happy.html This site has our own MAGSR alumns Nicole and Nina featured! http://www.manosporpatas.org/home.htm The dogs of Puerto Rico have only the compassionate people who are with these rescues as hope.  There are many hundreds of strays who are abandoned, thrown out like trash, some horribly abused and left to die.  We have had several dogs from that area that we have taken into our rescue and have now found wonderful forever homes, such as Nicole and Nina. Update: Recently, my foster parents gave me a bath, which was slightly traumatizing to me. They lured me into the shower with my favorite treat (chicken jerky); before I even knew what hit me, the shower head was pointed in my direction, soaking me. My parents excused the bath by saying that I had smelled badly. Don't believe it for a second; I smelled great: it was a carefully balanced combination of deer pooh, swampy creek water, and whatever other delicious smells you can pick up in the woods. It took me a lifetime to come up with this particular fragrance and before I knew it, my life's work was going down the drain. As if that were not bad enough, I then had to endure multiple brushings: first with a regular brush and then with the furminator. I lost so much fur, I was seriously concerned about looking in the mirror and discovering that I was bald. I must admit that I looked pretty good when it was all over. Now, my fur is fluffy, soft and shiny. I got a lot of compliments when I was at Petco this past weekend. Thank goodness, my foster parents work during the week. At least for five days out of the week, I get to relax in my crate without having to worry about being subjected to any more of their good ideas. Update (8/19): Miss Isabel has started her heartworm treatment and received the first of three injections last Friday. She is doing well so far and is actually showing some spunk. The poor girl has been on crate rest going on 7 weeks now to get her ready for the heartworm treatment and has another 5 weeks of crate rest to go. Fortunately, Izzie is such a mellow girl that she does not seem too upset about leading a life of leisure. She misses her walks for sure and tries to beat us to the door every time she sees us getting our other dogs ready. However, as soon as she gets a treat (chicken jerky continues to be her favorite), she settles right down and munches on that. Since Izzie joined our family in early May, we have learned several things about her: for one, she is uncomfortable around large dogs. According to her benefactors in Puerto Rico, Izzie repeatedly was chased off by the pack of stray dogs hanging out on the beach and at the house of one of her caretakers. Clearly, Izzie must have had some bad experiences with other large dogs and is wary around them. It took her about a month to get used to her fur brothers, Rolf and Argos. Once Rolf and Argos realized that Izzie is not the playing type, they left her alone which helped her get settled fairly easily. She loves little dogs and is very patient (almost motherly) around them. Overall, she tends to seek out human rather than canine company. She is the perfect companion, content to lie close to you and get the occasional belly rubs, treats, and walks. Izzie has an amazing sense of smell (which must be the hound dog in her). After all, she found her way back to our house after being lost in the woods for 5 days; (she had been in our house for maybe an hour when she slipped her collar and ran off). Unlike our dog Rolfie who loves to chase after anything that moves and really is not known for his stalking ability, Izzie keeps a close eye on whatever she is tracking and times her move just right. This was how she managed to catch a field mouse on one of our walks while on the leash. (The field mouse was unharmed and successfully rescued from under Izzie's paw). She loves kids and was very good with them when I took her to one of the rescue's PETCO events. Kids were giving her kisses and touching her all over. Izzie was napping while all this was going on. One of the little girls was actually holding her leash in case Izzie would try to make a fast getaway :-). Izzie did not budge. When I took her to the vet the other day, a baby was crying in a carrier. Izzie was trying to drag me over there as if she was going to check on the baby. She is clearly the motherly type as far as kids and small dogs are concerned though her nurturing instint definitely does not extend to squirrels and other little critters. and walks.
JENNY
Sponsor: Click here to sponsor Fill out an Adoption Application Sex: Female Breed: GSD Age: 2 yrs Color: Blk & Tan Current Size: 60 lbs Potential/Ideal Size: 60 lbs. House Broken: Yes Obedience Trained: Basic Living With: Foster (JW) History: Owner Surrender to Shelter Good With Kids: Yes, older Good with Cats: No Other Dogs OK: Larger only Sponsored by Christy Mosebrook Hampstead, MD (11/02/08)	Click here for more pictures
DESCRIPTION: Jenny is a beautiful young girl. She is in sound health and current on all of her shots. She has been through basic obedience, and does very well with sit and come, but still needs work on down and stay. She has an excellent ball drive and she can play fetch for hours. A 2 mile walk, while wearing a backpack, does very little to drain her energy. She is good with our young kids and she is eager to please. Jenny gets along fine with our GSD, but she does not get along with small animals. She would love an active and fun family to call her own; she'll do well with strong leadership and lots of activities. Please note that Jenny will only be adopted to a person with experience with GSD's. Update: Jenny is one of those confident, smarty-pants dogs who will take advantage of soft handling, pushover owner. Her Special Need is a Special Owner who will set good direction and be a leader. We are looking for a dog-experienced home with no other animals, where she will get lots of exercise and activity and a "nothing in life is free" lifestyle that sets her up for success. Do you fit Jenny's special need? Jenny is very well mannered on her leash, in the car, and in public. In the house, she wants to play ball all of the time. She is in sound health and very active. She has a high prey drive and does not tolerate living with other animals (unless they are much larger than she). She is good with all children, but is exuberant in play and will knock over a small child to get to her ball. However, she may go back to check on the child and give a quick lick. Jenny is crate trained and when you tell her "bed" - goes into her crate. Jenny would love to have a person/family, with GSD experience, to call her own, and a place to burn off her energy. Update: Jenny has been training at Arrowwood Shepherds and she absolutely loves it. She thrives in the challenges that the intermediate class offers. Jenny has progressed to a point where most of her training is done off-leash. Jenny is a great training partner - check out her new pictures!
JODI
Sponsor: Click here to sponsor Fill out an Adoption Application Sex: Female Breed: GSD Age: 2 yrs Color: Black Current Size: 55-60 lbs Potential/Ideal Size: 65-70 lbs. House Broken: Yes Obedience Trained: Not yet Living With: Foster (CH) History: Shelter Good With Kids: Yes Good with Cats: Unknown Other Dogs OK:Yes Sponsored by Reshma Raman - New York, NY (01/02/09)   Sponsored by Katherine Sullivan - Middletown, DE (12/03/08)	Click here for more pictures
DESCRIPTION: Jodi is a very nice young lady that apparently could not find her way home and wound up at a shelter. But not to worry, she is with us and just fine, thank you very much! :) Jodi is a beautiful girl, with a shiny black coat and is very friendly. She has happy kisses for all that she meets and she would so much love to have a home of her very own very soon! She would be a fantastic family companion and can't wait to meet you! She is waiting now! -- Come on over and play some ball. You will be very impressed with this pretty girl! Update: Little Miss Jodi came into our home last week with many things unknown about her so we decided to updated you a little about her. She is housebroken, likes other dogs (at least her two foster brothers) loves toys but does not destroy them. Jodi has wonderful house manners and could probably play catch and fetch till she dropped. Update 9/18/08: Jodi continues to thrive and enjoy life. She has had some prior training because she knows sit, down, stay, paw, and speak commands. If you are looking for a companion that will fall in love with you 100%, Jodi is your girl!
LORRAINE
Sponsor: Click here to sponsor Fill out an Adoption Application Sex:  Female Breed: GSD Age:  ~2-3 Years Color: Black and Tan Current Size: 33 lbs Potential/Ideal Size:  40 lbs (very petite) House Broken: Unknown Obedience Trained: No Living With: Foster (PW) History:  Stray                Good With Kids: Unknown Good with Cats: Unknown Other Dogs OK: Yes Sponsored by Elaine Krupp - Ellicott City, MD -" In honor and memory of Mack" (01/07/09)	Click here for more pictures
DESCRIPTION: Lorraine is our sweet, little, "pocket shepherd".  Though she's somewhat shy right now and so very petite, she's has a huge heart! It seems that in her life prior to MAGSR, Ms. Lorraine missed out on interaction with people. When she came to us, she was reserved and lacked confidence. However, now she loves to gently takes treats, loves to be petted and is understands that having a leash on means "we're going places!". Up until she came to us, she was not shown what it means to be loved unconditionally and what was expected or not tolerated. She simply was not given the opportunity to show how she can shine. All dogs have that ability if given the opportunity and proper TRAINING. So we are working to help her understand the sort of behavior that we want from her. She will not do well in a noisy or chaotic environment and her family will need to be dedicated, patient, consistent and show her what is expected of her. They will need to constantly train with her and help her to become even more beautiful than she already is! She's truly a diamond in the rough!  Lorraine is now in a wonderful foster home with a few other fur friends and is slowly learning what it means to truly be a member of a family again.  Her foster will post an update soon and will let us all know when it would be a good time to meet the lovely Lorraine.  Update: Lorraine is a gentle little lady who is on a journey from the hell of being homeless and living on the streets to having a home and family of her very own where she will never again have to suffer as she did in the past. She is slowly starting to relax and trust again and now knows exactly where her next meal is coming from....the second cabinet on the right and that big box that is cold inside but has wonderful stuff inside. Her confidence outside on a leash is still building. It is heartbreaking to know that this gentle little soul spent many months homeless months forced to defend herself and her puppies against the Pit Bulls and other stray dogs that roamed the area (she still bears the scars of those attacks) while constantly searching for enough food to feed her family and herself. She is still learning that it is now safe to let her guard down and enjoy a romp in the yard with her fur sibling (something they take for granted) and that she never again has to worrying that she will be attacked or chased and stoned for searching in trash cans. She now has full run of the house while I'm home and follows me everywhere. She also loves being with my two shepherds and Luke my other foster, sleeping next to one or both of the boys every night. As she is so tiny it is very funny to see three big shepherds racing to the door and right in the middle of the pack is my little Miss Lorraine. I think watching and being with the other dogs has helped her greatly and it would be wonderful if she could have a fur brother or sister in her new home...she isn't picky as she has both here and is comfortable and happy with both. Little "Pocket" as she has been nicknamed is now wagging her tail when she thinks no one is looking or when a treat is offered. Today, for the first time, when Luke dropped the ball he was playing with ,she ran over, picked it up and ran off down the hall way with it...stopping half way as if to say..."gee now that I have this thing..what the heck do I do with it". Stay tuned for more updates on Lorraine's journey to happiness.
MADISON
Fill out an Adoption Application Sponsor: Click here to sponsor Sex: Female Breed: GSD Age:  4 years Color: Black and Tan Current Size: 40- 50 lbs (very underweight) Potential/Ideal Size:  55-60 lbs House Broken: Yes Obedience Trained: No Living With: Foster (CP & BH) History:  Owner Surrender                Good With Kids:  Older Good with Cats:  Unknown Other Dogs OK: Some Sponsored by: Meg McCravy - Hodges, SC "With Love!" (10/23/08)     Sponsored by: Andrea Collinson Hampstead, MD (10/13/08)	Click here for more pictures
DESCRIPTION:  Madison's family is undergoing some dramatic changes and they are unable to care for her any longer.  Madison came to us in an extremely malnourished condition.  She is extremely underweight and obviously has not been properly cared for.  Her fur is dry and clumped and she has not been brushed in a long while.  You can count every bump on her spine and her ribs and hip bones are protruding!  Madison is sweet and while a little unsure and a bit nervous, took the many hands and faces that were thrust upon her yesterday calmly and with good natured grace.  She is or should be a beautiful dog -- She will be again.  Madison is in dire need  of a loving and stable home.
MALINKA
adopted 10/06/08! Sex: Female Breed: GSD Age: 3 - 4 years Color: Black Current Size: 65 - 70 lbs Potential/Ideal Size: 70 - 75 lbs House Broken: Yes Obedience Trained: No Living With: Foster (JG&WG) History: Stray to shelter Good With Kids: Yes Good with Cats: Yes Other Dogs OK: Yes, but no little dogs!	Click here for more pictures
DESCRIPTION: Malinka is a gorgeous and sweet young lady that has apparently not been well cared for. She was found to be Heartworm positive during her initial vetting examination and will require treatment for this condition. She is a pretty girl, with soft brown eyes and a calm and gentle personality. We are sure that she would do well in any family situation. Update 05/06: Malinka has finished her 6 week recuperation after heartworm treatment and she went to the vets for a post-rest check up at the end of April. She's doing beautifully with no more evidence of heartworm problems. She rode well in the car and behaved very well with the vet. She's a sturdy 90 pounds, so this is one very large girl! She is very strong and powerful. Her coat, which was so dull it looked almost grey in places, is now deep black and shiney and she had a bath today and was exceptionally well-behaved. She is learning to be petted; at first she didn't seem to know what to do with hands touching her and she searched them for food. She apparently had never been on a leash but she is quickly learning and she's friendly toward people when she's out. At home she's content in the dog run and in her crate and does not bark unless someone comes in. She loves to play fetch with the tennis ball. She is still obsessive about food and water but she seems to be calming down a bit about water, trusting it will be there when she needs it. She's been curious but not agressive around the cats. I think she could live with cats, especially if they are calm ones. Dogs, however, may be another story! We continue to have issues with her and the other dogs. She's not aggressive but she immediately tries to dominant them, putting an arm over their back and this has caused a lot of grumbling and growling each time they meet. Thus, we are still keeping her apart from the other dogs and I think she'd be best as an only one. Update 05/06:When Malinka came she was a bit like a 90 pound 3 month old puppy-open and loving but completely unsocialized. She's really making progress. She still chases the cats a bit but she's getting better able to ignore them-they were just too much of a mysterious temptation at first. When I last wrote, we were having issues with the other dogs. Malinka did not know how to be part of a pack and she  greeted the other dogs with dominance, which produced a few grumbling matches. She has now become part of the pack and has learned her place. She knows she can sniff and play a little with Charlie and she finally got the message that she must respect Murphy and leave him alone. With her finding her place, we've had no more problems. She's absolutely enchanted with the toy basket, which is apparently a complete novelty for her. She empties out every bone and ball and she has learned to bounce tennis balls by herself and catch them. She's great in the crate. She is not a barker unless someone is at the door. She's a sweetie and definitely ready for her forever home.
MARIKA
Fill out an Adoption Application Sponsor: Click here to sponsor Sex: Female Breed: GSD Age: ~10 months Color: Black and Tan Current Size: 50 lbs Potential/Ideal Size: 50 - 60 lbs House Broken: Yes Obedience Trained:No Living With: Foster (LS) History:  Shelter Good With Kids: Yes Good with Cats: Unknown Other Dogs OK: Yes	Click here for more pictures
DESCRIPTION:  Hello everyone, I'm Marika! Isn't that a pretty name? A pretty name for a pretty girl if I do say so myself. I surely have traveled a long way to get here, but my friends at the shelter said that this was one of the best places to go to find my new and forever home. I am a sweet and friendly girl, not too big, not too small -- just right! I love to be petted and I am pretty quiet and calm. I do not jump all over you -- that is just so wrong! I would like a family of my own now, please. They have to love me very much and teach me whatever it is I am supposed to know....leash stuff, sit, stay, down stuff -- you know, all that! I promise to be at the top of my class in training! I would never let my people be disappointed in me -- no sir! I am very different looking - I have one beautiful big brown eye, and one beautiful blue eye. People have told me that I am indeed, very special -- and I believe them! :) I can't wait to meet you!
MELODY
Fill out an Adoption Application Sponsor: Click here to sponsor Sex: Female Breed: GSD Age:  ~ 1 year Color: Bi-Color, Black with Tan Current Size:  55 - 60 lbs Potential/Ideal Size: 60 - 65 lbs House Broken: Some Obedience Trained: No Living With: Kennel CCFP History:  Stray to Shelter Good With Kids: Unknown Good with Cats: Unknown Other Dogs OK: Likely	Click here for more pictures
DESCRIPTION:  Melody came to MAGSR as a brand new mother of 7 puppies. Her puppies (puppy page)were born in a cold and germ ridden shelter and were almost immediately in medical distress. Sadly, we have lost three of them so far. Melody became ill as well but has now recovered. She has been removed from her remaining puppies who are still not out of the woods yet -- they are in a "puppy ICU" and being monitored 24/7. Melody - (Mellie) :) is a lovely and sweet young girl. We believe that this was her first litter -- and it will be her last. She is a little shy and reserved, but warms right up to people and just aches to be loved and petted. Mellie is a smaller girl, petite and dainty with one soft ear. She will make a wonderful family pet. She needs patience and training and lots and lots of love and understanding. Melody would love a foster home - She has so much potential. Please ask to meet this pretty little miss today! Melody.
MIA
Fill out an Adoption Application Sponsor: Click here to sponsor Sex:  Female Breed: GSD                        Age:  12 - 18 months Color: Black Current Size:  60 - 65 lbs Potential/Ideal Size: 65 - 70 lbs House Broken: Unknown Obedience Trained:No Living With: Kennel History:  Shelter Good With Kids: Older Good with Cats: Unknown Other Dogs OK: Likely	Click here for more pictures
DESCRIPTION:  Mia is a very young and exuberant pup! Yes, she is still a puppy in every sense of the word! She has to learn leash manners and doggy manners and will need a family that will commit to teaching her the wisdom of the world - and all that she should know to become the best family pet ever! :) She is eager to learn -- Mia will pick up on obedience training very quickly and she is very sweet. She is the type of dog that would love an active family. Would she love long walks, hikes, and playing ball in the yard? Yes! :) Because of her energy level, she might bump into very small children and may inadvertently knock them over! :) If you can give this great dog a loving home, or a foster home while she is waiting, come and meet Mia!
SOPHIA
Sponsor: Click here to sponsor Fill out an Adoption Application Sex: Female Breed: GSD Age:  5 - 6 years Color: Black and Tan, longish hair Current Size:  45-50 lbs Potential/Ideal Size: 60 - 65 Lbs House Broken: Unknown Obedience Trained: No Living With: Kennel History:  Stray to shelter Good With Kids: Older Good with Cats: No Other Dogs OK: No Sponsored by: Phoenix Hill Enterprises, LLC, Jarrettsville, MD (10/29/08) "I love her, she is so good!"	Click here for more pictures My new bed was donated by Mark and Christine Yerkes, Lancaster, PA
DESCRIPTION: Sophia is a very pretty lady.   She is small, gentle and sweet and will round out any family very nicely!  Sophia has tested positive for Heartworms and would really love a foster home right now to care for her while she is being treated.  She will have to be kept on crate rest and just leash walked for her "necessaries" :)  for about 8 weeks or so.  Please consider fostering this pretty little lady until she can find her forever home. Update: Sophia has finished all her heartworm treatment. She is off crate rest and restricted exercise and is all ready for her forever home! She has been spayed and is up to date on all her shots! She is good to go! Sophia is not a puppy. She is an adult dog who obviously has never lived in a home. She is a wonderfully loving and sweet lady who is so willing and anxious to please. Sophia is a beautiful dog. She is a smaller GSD and has a wonderful full coat -- shiny and soft! She will need a family that will be patient and willing to train with her and show her how fantastic being part of a family can be. She has so much potential! Love goes a long way with a rescued dog! She will repay you with her whole heart! Sophia is waiting for her forever home and her forever family. Update: Recently I had a chance to spend a little time with Sophia.  She is a very people friendly girl, and just lives to be petted and loved on.  She loves her walks and human companionship and is picking up her basic training rather quickly.  Sophia is smaller, has beautiful coloring and silky, longer hair.  She is very pretty and fluffy! :)  Sophia, however, is not so friendly or nice to her fellow canines! :)  A rather persnickety and particular girl, she would prefer to be the only pet in her family home.  She promises that you won't be sorry because she will reward her people with love and loyalty and promises to faithfully sound the alarm when anyone comes to the door.  Sophia has been patiently waiting for her Prince and/or her Princess -- the whole royal family-- for awhile now. Ask to meet this special girl.
SNOWBALL
Sponsor: Click here to sponsor Fill out an Adoption Application Sex:  Female Breed: GSD                                    Age:  7 yrs Color: White Current Size: 60 lbs Potential/Ideal Size: 60 - 65 lbs House Broken:  Yes Obedience Trained: Basic Living With: Foster (NS) History: Owner Surrende