MAGSR Males For Adoption

Adopting a dog is a lifetime commitment.

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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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Please do Your Research...make Sure A GSD is Right for You BEFORE Applying for Adoption, Thank you!

ADAIR
Sponsor: Click here to sponsor Fill out an Adoption Application Sex:  Male Breed: GSD/ ? Cattle Dog mix Age:  1 1/2 years Color: Black and Tan Current Size: 70 lbs Potential/Ideal Size:  70 - 75 lbs. House Broken: Unknown Obedience Trained: No Living With: Kennel History:  Shelter Good With Kids: Likely Good with Cats: Unknown Other Dogs OK:  Yes Sponsored by Renee Joseph - Laurel, MD (11/02/08)	Click here for more pictures
DESCRIPTION: Pssst!  Hey!  Wanna have some fun?  Need a buddy?  Look no further! No Sir!  Meet Adair, a very happy, very friendly, very homeless young man looking for a home and some nice people that will appreciate him and keep him forever - through thick and thin, sun, rain and snow --  and all that! :)  Adair is very handsome and very friendly.  He has never met a stranger or an enemy.  He loves people and gets along with other dogs.  He will make a wonderful addition to any family and would fit in with just about any lifestyle.  He needs some training, but he is a smart boy that should pick up the basics in no time at all -- and then be ready for anything.  He could use a foster home.  Come and meet him, we are sure you will fall in love with this happy guy!
ATTILA
Sponsor: Click here to sponsor Fill out an Adoption Application Sex:  Male Breed: GSD Age: 3 years Color: Black and Tan Current Size:  88 lbs Potential/Ideal Size: 100-110 lbs House Broken: Yes Obedience Trained: Walks well on leash Living With: Kennel History: Confiscated - Cruelty and Neglect Good With Kids: Likely Good with Cats: No Other Dogs OK: Likes to play rough! Needs to learn doggy manners! Sponsored by: Ruth Crosby - New Park, PA "If I had no other dogs, I would take him in a minute!" (12/12/08)   Sponsored by: Donnell Chism Manassas, VA (10/29/08)	Click here for more pictures
DESCRIPTION: Meet Attila!  He is one big boy -- and he is still in need of some fattening up!  Attila was taken by AC and his owners were charged with cruelty and neglect. He was extremely emaciated, almost skeletal, and kept at a veterinary hospital for over a month being treated for extreme malnutrition and other neglect related issues.  Attila is now ready for a real home.  He will need some understanding of his past -- and his past demons -- He was starved and sorely neglected, but that does not mean that he should be spoiled and allowed to do as would like - all the time!  Nope!  He needs stability, consistency, lots of love, and food :), and he needs structure and training.  He is a typical German Shepherd, with that touch of reserve and aloofness that is seen in so many Shepherds.  He will make a magnificent family dog...with patience and love and time,  everything and anything is possible. This is the type of dog that will reward you with unending loyalty and love forever.  He will bond very, very tightly to his family or his person.  Come and meet Attila.  He would love a foster home while he is waiting for his forever family to meet him. Update: Attila spent the night at my home...and was a perfect house guest -- although a very hairy one....We had hair in our coffee this morning! I brushed him for 35 minutes this morning and have a fur covered lawn...and hair is still falling off him! He is very friendly and loves treats! He is all puppy and is in desperate need of a family to love and take care of him.
Balthasar
Sponsor: Click here to sponsor Fill out an Adoption Application Sex: Male Breed: GSD Age: ~7 yrs Color: Black & Tan Current Size: 97 lbs Potential/Ideal Size: 100 lbs House Broken: Yes Obedience Trained: Basic Commands Living With: Foster (RG&JG) History: Hit by a Car / Owner Abandoned Good With Kids: Older Good With Cats: No Other Dogs OK: Yes Sponsored: Darlene Veverka Baltimore, MD "For little Argos" (04/17/09)   Sponsored by: Janet Bell, animal rescuer - Catonsville, MD (10/15/08)     Sponsored by: Virginia Viets Vienna, VA (10/13/08)	Click here for more pictures
DESCRIPTION: Balthasar was hit by a car and brought in to the shelter. His owners were notified that he was injured and he waited patiently for them to pick him up from the shelter - but they never showed. They decided to abandon him instead. Fortunately MAGSR stepped in to save him and to help him heal. He has a pretty serious break in his front leg, but is healing very well after surgery. He should be up and about and chasing squirrels and balls soon enough! Well, maybe just going for a nice long walk to start -- that might be better! :) Balthasar (Balti) is a sweet gentleman and he deserves a better deal than he has had so far in life. He is an absolutely beautiful male German Shepherd, with that majestic and dignified demeanor that is always associated with the breed. He will bond very tightly to his family. Ask to meet Balthasar. You will be very, very impressed. Update: Balti is one mellow, yet tough fellow. For the past few months, he has been in incredible pain, and he never once told us he was still hurt! He was so grateful for being in a warm loving foster home with two playful foster dogs, he forgot to mention his pain. We noticed the limp from his original surgery was not improving, so off to the vets we went. The vet confirmed that he has many ailments! He had an infection in the plates in his front left paw that was injured during the car accident AND a torn cruciate ligament in his left hind leg. The vet also said that his previous owners must have neglected to treat a previous eye infection, because the poor boy has lesions on his retinas! Although he seems to have all of the cards stacked against him, he remains upbeat, loving and loyal. He just had surgery on both of his left legs, and is recuperating in his foster home. Please send Balti all of your positive wishes so he can recover quickly and focus on finding his forever home. He also wants his fur to grow in because it is chilly with both left legs naked! Update: Balti is jumping for joy, literally! Dr. P has given him the okay dokay to romp and play with the big guys again. Both of his legs have fully recovered from surgery :) He still has a slight limp, but that will improve with time after the inflammation decreases. Now that he is allowed to tromp up and down stairs, race around the yard, or wrestle with his fur siblings, he still much prefers to lounge around and get a nice belly scratch! He always returns the belly scratches with a big kiss on the hand. Due to his rough past experiences, Balti prefers to get to know new people by giving them a good sniff before he wants to be showered with affection. He is learning to trust people more and more, but sadly it seems this poor boy was not treated nicely by his former owners. Once he trusts you, watch out, you got one hundred pounds of love trying to snuggle up in your lap!!!
BROCK
Sponsor: Click here to sponsor Fill out an Adoption Application Sex:  Male Breed: GSD Age: 4 years Color: Sable Current Size: 91 lbs Potential/Ideal Size: 90-100 lbs House Broken: Likely Obedience Trained: Unknown Living With: Kennel History:  Shelter Good With Kids: Yes Good with Cats: No Other Dogs OK: Females only Sponsored by: Aparna Giare (10/26/08)   Sponsored by: Elizabeth Jorden Hampstead, MD - "In honor of Christy Mosebrook" (11/30/08)	Click here for more pictures
DESCRIPTION:  Brock is a big boy! Good ole friendly, big boy! Brock has lived in a home with children. He was a happy camper minding his business, and then all of a sudden they up and move and he finds out they can't take him! Bummer! He has to find another place to settle his paws! Brock is in the process now of interviewing future parents! He would love a nice home with the normal amenities -- food, lots of food, :) a nice bed and some toys -- some bones to chew, a pal to walk with and play with -- few kids would be great. Ask to meet this good looking guy! He could be your next best friend! Update: Brock is a very friendly, outgoing boy! He loves the pool and just wants to play! He's a big boy but he's full of love! Don't miss out! Ask to meet him today!!
Darius
Sponsor: Click here to sponsor Fill out an Adoption Application Sex:  Male Breed: GSD Age: 3 years (Born 5/25/05) Color: Black and Red Current Size: 50 - 60 lbs (very thin) Potential/Ideal Size:70-80 lbs House Broken: Yes Obedience Trained: Unknown Living With: Foster (JS) History:  Shelter Good With Kids: Likely Good with Cats: No Other Dogs OK: Yes Sponsored by: Mary Alexander and Lessa (MAGSR Alum) - Olney, MD (11/22/08)	Click here for more pictures
DESCRIPTION:  Darius is a very striking German Shepherd.  If you can look past the obvious poor health and neglect - the bony body and the dull coat, you will see an absolutely stunning dog.  He was turned into the shelter with a possible pancreatic disorder and he obviously needs to be stabilized and gain some weight and get healthy. Darius is a very sweet dog, laid back and a little shy.  A foster home right now would be wonderful!  He could chill out, take it easy, chow down, bulk up and be all ready for his forever family. Ask for an introduction to this beautiful dog now!   Update: Darius is not as big as he looks in his picture on the web site. He is rather small. He is well behaved. He needs some polishing on his commands and walked well on a leash. He did not show any aggression towards other dogs he was just taking everything in today. He is very thin. He could really use a home to regain his health. Ask to meet him today! Great update!: When Darius first came into the rescue, we were told he had Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency. Though this was tough, we were committed to him and to finding him a home. But something just didn't add up. So off Daruis went to the doctors office for further testing. The result are in and we have great news! Darius does not have EPI! It turns out he is totally healthy and was just a little skinny! All of us at MAGSR are jumping for joy at this fabulous discovery! Darius is putting on weight and enjoying life! All he needs now is a forever home! Ask to meet him today!
DIEGO
Sponsor: Click here to sponsor Fill out an Adoption Application Sex:  Male Breed: GSD Age: 2 years Color: Black and Tan Current Size: 65 - 70 lbs Potential/Ideal Size: 75-80 lbs House Broken: Unknown Obedience Trained: No Living With: Kennel History:  Shelter Good With Kids: Unknown Good with Cats: Unknown Other Dogs OK: Yes Sponsored: Anne Funston - MD (10/07/09)	Click here for more pictures
DESCRIPTION:  Diego was found in the back yard of an abandoned house. When his owner was located, he said he had no time for the dog and did not want him anymore. Such a sad story for such a nice dog. Diego is a tall boy, friendly with longish hair and is a pretty good looking dog despite the fly bitten ears and the obvious neglect that he has endured. He most likely was an outside or tied dog, so he will need to be acquainted with the finer points of being a family pet. :D He is young and eager to please. Diego will excel at training....he is waiting right now to meet his forever family. He promises to make them proud! Update: I had the pleasure of spending some time with Diego the other day. He had a vet appt so we had the chance to get to know each other. He likes everybody he meets. He was bouncing all over the place because he was so happy to be out of his kennel. He gets in my car and is still pretty excited, but once the car is in motion he becomes so relaxed.... he laid down and went sound to sleep. Every once in while he would pop up the little head, but then lay back down and go to sleep again. He was good boy at the vets and when we got back, we played ball. He loves the big balls...has no time for those little tennis balls. He is a good boy and is so cute. But he does need training and because he is so big he probably wouldn't be good in a home with small children for fear he would knock them over.. He does know sit and even in the middle of playing he would sit if I told him to. Diego is a smart boy. He just needs a family to spend time training him and making him part of the family!! Ask to meet this precious boy today. You will not regret it!
FAGAN
Sponsor: Click here to sponsor Fill out an Adoption Application Sex:  Male Breed: GSD Age: 1 - 2 years old Color: Black and Tan Current Size: 62 lbs Potential/Ideal Size: 70 - 75 lbs House Broken: Probably Obedience Trained: Knows the basics! Living With: Kennel History:  Stray to Shelter Good With Kids: Unknown Good with Cats: Unknown Other Dogs OK: Yes Sponsored by David Latz - Arlington, VA (11/01/08)   Sponsored by: Daniel Dupert Jr - Mechanicsville, PA - "In memory of Tanya, Sabrina and Argus (12/04/08)   Sponsored by: Deborah Calder, Pensacola, FL (11/06/08)	Click here for more pictures
DESCRIPTION:  Fagan is a very well mannered and handsome boy who seems to have lost his way and is now in search of a permanent place to settle his paws. He is friendly - with just a touch of the typical Shepherd reserve - and after a few sniffs and snuffs is ready for a good conversation and a walk. He knows sit and paw, but he does need a few lessons on leash manners -- he is a bit eager. :) Training is, of course, a must. -- And he will be a star! He promises. Fagan will need some lovin', some training, a nice bed, 2 squares a day, and a family that will promise to keep him forever. He is waiting to meet you now!
Hessian
Sponsor: Click here to sponsor Fill out an Adoption Application Sex:  Male Breed: GSD Age:  6 years Color: Bi-color-Black with Tan Current Size: 80 - 85 lbs Potential/Ideal Size:  85 - 90 lbs 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 Cathryn and John O'Hara - Baltimore, MD "In memory of Fritz" (11/25/08)	Hessian (right) with sister Elly Click here for more pictures
DESCRIPTION: Hessian (Hessie) came to us with his sister, Elly.  They 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.  Hessie is a good looking boy and in need of some good quality food, a good brushing and a bath and lots of love! :)  Because he has lived outdoors for most of his life, he will need  training and a family that will be able to set rules for him to follow and have the patience to see him through his learning processes.  He is a GSD, after all, and smart -- it will not take long!  He would love to have a foster family to show him the ropes before he goes to his forever home.  Ask to meet Hessian.
KODIAK
Sponsor: Click here to sponsor Fill out an Adoption Application Sex: Male Breed: GSD Age: 4-5 years Color: Black and Tan Current Size: 75 lbs Potential/Ideal Size: 75 lbs House Broken: Yes Obedience Trained: Working on it! Living With: Foster (EP-C & PC) History: Stray to Shelter Good With Kids: Older Good with Cats: Yes Other Dogs OK: Some   Sponsored by: Stephanie Cooper Fairfax, VA (11/01/08)   Sponsored by: Reshma Raman New York, NY (12/05/08)	Click here for more pictures Click here for more updates! My new bed was donated by Dorothy Fitzgerald for Gregg and Alex Steinbarth. In honor and memory of Jedi.
DESCRIPTION: Kodiak is a big, friendly boy! He is described as being good with everything -- adults, children and other animals. He is a big boy and still needs some weight on his frame -- and he promises to be gorgeous! He has a sweet face with a funky ear and he looks like a good old boy that just wants some family to have good times with. He would love to be your best friend -- y'know, share the couch and play some ball, have a few snacks and pal around! Update: Kodiak has been working with a trainer and is doing great! We have discovered he will need hip replacement surgery. We are hoping to get him into a foster home soon so we can get his hips fixed. He will need an experienced dog handler and is developing into a great dog! Update: Kodiak has had his surgery! Check out his blog to keep updated! Update: Kaiser is still healing from his surgery and is not currently available for adoption. We'll keep you updated!
LEVI
Sponsor: Click here to sponsor Fill out an Adoption Application Sex: Male Breed: GSD mix Age: 5 months Color: Black Current Size: 40 - 45 lbs Potential/Ideal Size: 60 - 65 lbs House Broken: Almost! Obedience Trained: Learning fast! Living With: Foster (MT) History: Shelter Good With Kids: Older Good with Cats: Yes Other Dogs OK: Yes Sponsored: In memory of my best friend, Darby-Dan's Easy Rider. 6/94 - 11/01 a victim of Lymphosarcoma (10/21/08)	Click here for more pictures
DESCRIPTION:  Levi is a brand new guy! Eager to see the sights and do the town! He is a sweet, typical puppy with all the good and not so hot qualities of a puppy that has to learn the ropes! He is so ready! Taking a puppy into your home is a lifetime commitment of about 12 years or more! It is a step that must be fully thought out and must be taken seriously. Puppies are a lot of work, but the rewards are fantastic! Lefi is now with his foster family and they are patiently teaching him what it means to be a good doggy citizen. :) His foster mom will update his progress soon. Update: Levi came into our home on 9/13. He has made himself comfortable with my 4 year old female GSD, kids and the cat. He can't quite figure out what the cat is and appears to not really care. Levi sleeps well through the night without needing to go out. While there have been a few "wet" accidents, he has done remarkably well at waiting to go outside. Levi spends at most 3 hours a day in the crate with little complaint. His leash skills are quite good for a young boy though it is obvious he did not have much opportunity (if any at all) to go for walks. He understands "sit" and is now working on "down". Levi will come when whistled for and appears to know his name. This is a super pup that will be a dynamic dog with consistent and firm love, training and commitment. Update 9/28: Ah, what a lucky boy I am! My life didn't start off so great and I was taken from my former owner and put into a shelter. Fortunately, MAGSR came and got me and handed me over to my foster mom. This is the life! My own bed, breakfast and dinner everyday with snacks in between, and a bedtime snack to boot! Of course there was a trade off on all of this. I had to learn to sit, lie down and go to my "place" and crate when told to. And if that wasn't enough, I also had to learn proper leash walking. Heck, I didn't even know what a leash was! But I do now and boy am I good! My furry brothers (one is a cat) and sister have taught me that just because I'm a cute puppy doesn't mean I rule the house-they have taught me the importance of everyone getting along well. Oh, and that "housebroken" note you saw, well I'm better than"almost". I am 99% there-it's just that sometimes my puppy bladder doesn't quite make it to the door-I miss it by about a foot but I'm trying! I'm pretty busy these days playing ball, wrestling with my siblings and chewing on my toys, but if you would like to meet me I'm sure I can pencil you in!
LUCKY
Sponsor: Click here to sponsor Fill out an Adoption Application Sex: Male Breed: GSD mix Age: 1-2 years Color: Black and Tan Current Size: 40-45 lbs Potential/Ideal Size: 40-45 lbs House Broken: Yes Obedience Trained: Unknown Living With: Temporary Foster (JB) History: Shelter Good With Kids: Yes Good with Cats: No Other Dogs OK: Yes Sponsored by: Mary Alexander and Lessa (MAGSR Alum) Olney, MD (11/22/08)	Click here for more pictures
DESCRIPTION:  Lucky definitely got lucky in the nick of time. He was taken into rescue with very little time to spare.....one day before that "final" day! Lucky is a wonderful little guy! The shelter staff just loved him and really tried very hard to make sure he made it out! :) He was turned into the shelter because his family was moving and could not take him. He does miss them, but we assured him that we will find him an even better home -- to be his forever He has just arrived and is in his foster home getting settled in and meeting his foster sibs -- getting the lay of the land-- investigating all the sniffs and smells around the place. He a friendly guy, with a great face, not too big, just right and just looking for that very special forever home now. Ask to meet Lucky and shake his lucky paw! :) UPDATE: Lucky is an energetic young fella who is quickly learning how to be part of a home! He needs a lot of help and patience learning, but is so sweet and wants to please. It's obvious that nobody ever worked with this little guy. He has befriended his fellow foster brother "Nakota", and they can play for hours. Lucky loves other dogs and loves to play. He's fond of his squeaky plush toys, especially! He needs the opportunity to burn off his puppy energy! He loves people and has a face that's hard to resist! If you have an active household or need a jogging partner, ask to meet Lucky today! He is ready to be spoiled!
LUKE
Sponsor: Click here to sponsor Fill out an Adoption Application Sex: Male Breed: GSD Age: 2 years Color: Black and Tan Current Size: 65 lbs Potential/Ideal Size: 75-80 lbs House Broken: Yes Obedience Trained: Learning fast! Living With: Foster (PW) History: Shelter Good With Kids: Unknown Good with Cats: Yes, but may chase Other Dogs OK: Yes Sponsored by: Mary Hager - Frederick, MD, "Keep up the good work! I am so grateful for all that you do!" (02/29/09)	Click here for more pictures
DESCRIPTION:  Luke is a nice guy -- has absolutely no clue why he ended up in a shelter, but y'know you make the best of the cards you have been dealt!  -- And Luke is just going to be one of those boys!  He is sweet, a bit shy, but hey -- gives a hint of the mysterious, right?  Once you get to know this beautiful boy, he is your best friend.  Luke has some trouble with his hips and we have made arrangements to have him  evaluated by a specialist. We will keep you updated about the specifics of Luke's condition and his progress.  Please do not let this stop you from asking about this gorgeous and friendly boy. Update 10/06: It is amazing what a few months of good food, love and security can do. Luke now acts like new dog, happy, bouncy and a total love. Rainy day no longer affect him in fact nothing seems to stop his happy disposition and energy. The discomfort we saw in the early part of his stay has totally gone away, he hasn't taken pain meds for several months now and is just a happy loving boy. He runs like the wind and plays ball and wrestles with foster sibling Abby but is gentle and kind to little 33 pound Lorraine who is also staying with us. This comes as no surprise as Luke gets along with all the dogs he has met but don't let a squirrel enter his yard or they will be chased out ASAP. Luke now sits and waits for his meals like the good boy that he is and although he still becomes nervous during a thunder storms he has learned that he is safe in the house with his family so his fear has lessened considerably. This gentle young giant just wants a family to love and to be loved in return.
MANGO
Sponsor: Click here to sponsor Fill out an Adoption Application Sex:  Male Breed:  GSD mix Age:  12 months Color: Black, Silver and Tan Current Size: 47lbs Potential/Ideal Size:  50 - 55 lbs House Broken: Unknown Obedience Trained: No History:  Shelter  Good With Kids:  Likely Good with Cats:  Unknown Other Dogs OK:   Yes   Sponsored by: Kathleen Owens, Fredericksburg, VA - "Thank you for everything that all the volunteers of this organization do." (11/30/08)	Click here for more pictures
Description: A short time ago Mango was living the free and easy life - Well, maybe free but not very easy.  He was abandoned on a mountain in the hills and was running for about a week before being picked up.  He was headed for the pound until someone stepped in and he found his way to rescue!  Mango is a  young and happy dog.  He just loves people and he is good with other dogs.  He is very well behaved, and promises (cross his paws) to be just the very best!  Just the best -- with a little work on his people's part --- a little training, some walks, some treats, etc., he will be just about perfect!  He has a very sophisticated and distinctive look -- with his one flopped ear. :) He would love to be a part of your family.  Come on and meet Mango
MONTY
Sponsor: Click here to sponsor Fill out an Adoption Application Sex:  Male Breed: GSD Mix Age:  3 years Color:Tan and Black Current Size: 75 - 80 lbs Potential/Ideal Size: 70 - 75 lbs. House Broken: Yes Obedience Trained: No Living With: Foster (CH) History:  Shelter                Good With Kids: Yes Good with Cats:  Unknown Other Dogs OK:  Needs proper introductions and then is fine. Sponsored by Janet Chastain - Tampa, FL (11/01/08)	Click here for more pictures
Description: Monty is a young boy who lost his home because his family members started sneezing! :) Yes, they became alergic to Monty and he had to find a new place to live. Poor Monty was brought back to the shelter he had been adopted from 2 years before. He is now with us and looking for that perfect home again -- this time for keeps. He is housebroken and is a very sweet boy. Monty appears to have some problem now with his sight -- so we have schedule an appointment for him with a doggy eye specialist. Just as soon as we find out the results of his examination, we will let everyone know. Please do not let this stop you from meeting this great dog! Monty will wow you with his good looks and his personality! :) We promise you will be impressed. Right now he sure could use a foster home. Come and drop by for a visit.
OTIS
Sponsor: Click here to sponsor Fill out an Adoption Application Sex:  Male Breed: GSD Age:  3 - 4 years Color: Black and Tan Sable Current Size: 65 - 70 lbs Potential/Ideal Size: 75 - 80 lbs. House Broken: Likely Obedience Trained: No Living With: Kennel History:  Shelter                Good With Kids: Yes Good with Cats:  Likely Other Dogs OK: Yes Sponsored by The Payne Family Fairfax, VA (11/24/08)	Click here for more pictures
Description: Otis's family lost their home - and Otis found himself at the shelter. Not his first choice, but hey, they did call MAGSR -- and that's a good thing! Otis is a good looking boy -- little skinny, little smelly -- nothing that good food and a nice bath can't fix! :) It is said that he did share a home with cats -- it does not say if he was happy about it, but he did share, now didn't he? :D Otis is now waiting for a family to be his forever. He is willing to learn all that he has to know to be a good canine citizen, he is very eager to please. Otis is a fun guy who would love a foster home while he is waiting for that perfect family. Ask to meet Otis! Update: 9-9-08: Otis came to the rescue a few weeks ago skinny, smelly and in very sorry shape. He is still at the vets office recuperating from a sore throat and other minor issues related to his past run down condition. He told me that this is just a minor bump in the road and he will be all rested and well enough to leave real soon and meet and greet his many admirers..:) Otis is a very handsome young man and he is very anxious to see y'all :) Will update soon. Update: Hey! Otis here! I am feeling so much better and am now ready to meet my forever family. I am a super, super friendly guy and love just about everyone I meet. And -- not to beat my own drum -- but -- :) I am pretty good looking, too! And smart! :) I love to go for walks and brushing my coat is ok, too. I have been told that I could use a refresher course in training -- Something about leash manners, house manners, obedience, and commands, and all that. I guess my family and I can learn it all together, and they tell me it is a must do for any good dog -- and I do want to be called a "Good Dog"! :) Come and see me, shake my paw! You're gonna love me, I promise! :)
SAWYER
Sponsor: Click here to sponsor Fill out an Adoption Application Sex:  Male Breed: GSD mix Age:  1 year Color: Black and Tan Current Size: 40 lbs Potential/Ideal Size: 40 lbs House Broken: Yes Obedience Trained: Some Living With: Foster (JC) History: Return Good With Kids:Yes Good with Cats: Probably Other Dogs OK: Yes	Click here for more pictures
Description: Sawyer was returned through no fault of his. His adopter now has two jobs and no longer has the time to care for this sweet little guy! Sawyer  is back living in  a foster home waiting for his forever home! If you want to meet an energetic sweet medium sized GSD-mix, ask to see sawyer today!
SEAMUS
Sponsor: Click here to sponsor Fill out an Adoption Application Sex:  Male Breed: GSD/mix       Age:  2 years Color: Black and Tan Current Size: 65 - 70 lbs. Potential/Ideal Size:  70 - 75 lbs. House Broken: Probably Obedience Trained: No Living With: Kennel History:  Shelter Good With Kids: Likely Good with Cats: Unknown Other Dogs OK:  Yes Sponsored by: Bedford & Greta Boylston Taneytown, MD (06/01/09)	Click here for more pictures My new bed was donated by Cindy Skoglund, MD
DESCRIPTION: Seamus' family kinda went their separate ways and had no time or place for Seamus anymore.  His whole world  has turned upside down and he is very sad and very confused.  Seamus is a nice boy.  He is friendly and very good natured,  although right now a bit scared and unsure of what is going on.  He warms right up after a few minutes and is happy to be with you.  Seamus would be so happy to be part of a family again. He would love a foster home while he is waiting.  Ask to meet him.  Seamus.  He could be your next best buddy. :)
SEBASTIAN
Sponsor: Click here to sponsor Fill out an Adoption Application Sex:  Male Breed: GSD                        Age: 3 1/2 years Color: Black/Silver and Tan Sable Current Size: 78 lbs Potential/Ideal Size: 70 - 75 lbs House Broken: Yes Obedience Trained: No Living With: Kennel (WJ) History: Owner Surrender Good With Kids: Older Only Good with Cats: No Other Dogs OK: Likely	Click here for more pictures
DESCRIPTION:  Sebastian has lived his whole life up until now with a family. Over time that family increasingly had less and less time to spend with him and he grew frustrated and bored. He had little room to run and very little opportunity for long walks and exercise. However, as with most working breed dogs, Sebastian is very intelligent, alert and adept at exploring; and also is in tune to all that is going on around him. Because of this, training is absolutely essential. Training is the tool that lays the foundation for a good relationship between human and canine. It has been said that you should not adopt a dog with a higher activity level than yourself. From observation, Sebastian's activity level should be medium-high. He is basically a typical shepherd, needing the social interaction of his pack. He needs a family to love him -- and not just because he has a pretty face :) -- but because he is an awesome dog with unlimited potential and has so much to give! Sebastian is very smart, takes direction well and responds beautifully to a leader. His adopters will need to be active, confident and attend training so that he understands that they are in control. Otherwise he will assume the alpha position of his pack. Sebastian will need a strong leader and will eventually excel at obedience training. He wants only to please his people, and his people must take that leadership role very seriously and commit to training with him so that he will live up to that potential! Sebastian is vocal and energetic and absolutely gorgeous! Because of his energy level, we recommend that he go to a family with older children only. Ask for Sebastian! He will be waiting to meet you.
SHANE
Sponsor: Click here to sponsor Fill out an Adoption Application Sex:  Male Breed: GSD                        Age:  2 - 3 years Color: Black and Tan Current Size:  80 lbs Potential/Ideal Size:80 - 85 lbs House Broken: Likely Obedience Trained:No Living With: Kennel History:  Shelter Good With Kids: Unknown Good with Cats: Not Likely Other Dogs OK:  No Sponsored by Linda Shiprak, Severna Park, MD "To our loyal and furry friends" (11/02/08)	Click here for more pictures
DESCRIPTION:  Shane has lost his home and really hates this homeless stuff!  He can't wait until he finds just that perfect fit! Yeah, yeah, the shelter was ok -- they called MAGSR and the shelter treated him ok until MAGSR could come and get him, but ya know, it's no substitute for permanency!  :)  Shane wants the whole shebang -- the family, the doggie bed, the treats, the love, the walks, the new leash and collar with his own name tag, and the training, too.  He is very sweet and gentle, but needs a brush up on those things that humans think are important --  Like obedience and basic leash manners. :)   He is smart -- and very, very eager to please his people.  Now a foster home would be ok for a short term, too!  Ask to meet this good looking cowboy!  :) Update: Shane has been spending the past few days at the vets office because of a minor problem with one of his eyes.  He requires the simple administration of eye drops on a regular bases each day for a few more days.  It is much easier to have all this done at a veterinary office right now.  As soon as the eye drop regimen is completed, he will be ready to meet his public. Update: Shane is now all finished with the vet's office and is at the kennel awaiting meeting his adoring public and hopefully meeting his forever family. Shane is definitely a strong willed boy who will require an equally strong willed and dedicated and above all experienced GSD owner. He can be rowdy, he is not trained at all, and he does not always get along with other dogs very well. On the up side, Shane is a handsome, smart and in most ways a very typical young German Shepherd boy that has not had much in the way of training or social interaction in his young life. He is eager to learn, can be playful and is extremely intelligent! Shane will need patience, a serious training program right away and most important, his people's love. He has not had the best life... and what we want now is for him to have what he has missed -- and to keep that forever. We are confident that with the right people and with time, patience and love, this dog will be an awesome member of anyone's family. If you feel that you have the commitment and a big place in your heart for this beautiful dog, please ask to meet Shane!
TuSCON
Sponsor: Click here to sponsor Fill out an Adoption Application Sex: Male Breed: GSD Age:  4 years Color: Black and Tan Current Size: 75 - 80lbs Potential/Ideal Size:  85 - 90lbs House Broken: Unknown Obedience Trained: No Living With: Kennel History:  Shelter                Good With Kids:  Likely Good with Cats:  Unknown Other Dogs OK:   Likely	Click here for more pictures
DESCRIPTION: Tuscon is a big, strapping handsome boy that needs a place to call his own!  Somehow he took a wrong turn somewhere and ended up at the shelter!  Lucky for him they called MAGSR!  Tuscon is a beautiful boy with a great temperament.  He rode with a doggy pal from the shelter to the vet to get some "work done", and was a good boy the whole time.  Tuscon will be ready to meet and greet very soon.  Ask to meet Tuscon!
WIley
Sponsor: Click here to sponsor Fill out an Adoption Application Sex:  Male Breed: GSD/mix       Age:  2 years Color: Black/Silver and Tan Current Size: 60 lbs Potential/Ideal Size:  65 - 70 lbs House Broken: Yes Obedience Trained: No Living With: Kennel History:   Shelter                Good With Kids: Yes Good with Cats: Unknown Other Dogs OK:  Yes	Click here for more pictures
DESCRIPTION: Meet Wiley!  He is a neat looking (handsome, very handsome), young boy that loves children, is housebroken and is in search of a home!  He was adopted from the shelter and returned a year later because he kept escaping from his owner -- and getting lost -- and then getting picked up by the animal police! :)  He was very happy in his home, loved his family and is wishing that his owners had put up a proper fence.....and had taken the time to teach him a little more about staying within his boundaries.   He is ready for a new life and a new family.  Wiley is a fun dog that will just love to go on family outings and trips with his people.  He is going to need some training.  He wants to make sure that his people know just how to keep him safe and happy. He would just love a foster home, preferably one with a nice fence so he won't be too, too tempted! :) Come and meet Wiley.
WINCHESTER
Sponsor: Click here to sponsor Fill out an Adoption Application Sex:  Male Breed: GSD           Age:  5 - 6 years Color: Black, Red and Tan Current Size:  75 - 80 lbs Potential/Ideal Size: 80 - 90 lbs House Broken: No Obedience Trained: No Living With: Kennel History:  Owner Surrender Good With Kids: Yes - Older Good with Cats: No Other Dogs OK:  No	Click here for more pictures
DESCRIPTION:  Winchester is a very friendly, good ole country boy that got himself in trouble for getting loose and chasing some young horses.  He caused quite a ruckus and his neighbors were not a happy bunch. Gee, he was just havin' a little fun. :)  Didn't hurt them!   Winchester is beautiful, very friendly, quiet  and calm -- except during thunder storms or fireworks.  He does not like that at all!  Winnie needs an inside home now.  Winnie lived with a family with older (teen aged) children, but he was kept almost entirely outside and has mastered gates and can climb apparently! :)   He will have to learn inside manners and such, but he is a smart boy and very willing to please.  He knows  sit, lie down, etc., but he does need to go to training with his people.  Winchester should do exceptionally well, and training lays  the foundation to build on the trust and obedience that goes from the dog to his owners.  It is an absolute must for a rescue dog.    Did I mention that he is drop dead gorgeous?  :)  Yep!  Winnie  is a looker!  He is waiting now for his family -- and he would love a foster home while he is waiting.  Come and meet Winchester and shake his paw! :)
YUKON
Sponsor: Click here to sponsor Fill out an Adoption Application Sex: Male Breed: GSD Age: 1 year Color: White Current Size: 70 lbs Potential/Ideal Size: 70 - 75 lbs House Broken: Yes Obedience Trained: Basic Living With: Foster (SW) History: Owner Surrender Good With Kids: No Good with Cats: May chase Other Dogs OK: Likely Sponsored by Eva, Milt and Kenyan Hartig, Parkton, MD (04/01/09)     Sponsored by In Honor of Sierra Downs, MAGSR alum adopted Oct 2005 (03/10/09)   Sponsored by From Macie (01/05/09)     Sponsored by Yukon - get better soon! Love Scott, Kate, Brutus & Bonsai Erickson, Clarksville, MD (10/15/08)	Click here for more pictures
DESCIPTION: Yukon is a beautiful and smart 10 mos old GSD. He is housebroken and crate trained. He is very smart and very responsive with lots of puppy energy and drive! If you are interested in doing agility or higher levels of obedience this is a perfect dog at the perfect age! Yukon is a high drive and high energy GSD and wil only go to a an experienced home. He is working with a trainer and is not available for adoption at this time. We will keep you updated about his progress! Update: Poor Yukon! Like all of our kennel dogs, Yukon was scheduled for some training sessions here at the end of May. Boy does Yukon loves to train! When our volunteer came to get him, he jumped up to greet them. Unfortunately, his leg was partially caught under the fence of his run. He yelped loudly and would not put weight on his leg. We rushed Yukon the Emergency Vet where his leg was X-rayed. He was diagnosed with a hard break. They sedated him and put his leg in a splint. He was then taken to Chesapeake Veterinary Referral Surgery in Annapolis where they performed surgery to repair the break. The good news is Yukon is young and will be just fine. The bad news is the surgery is expensive. Consider helping Yukon by donating to our medical fund. Update: Yukon is back with his foster mom after his second surgery on the broken leg and looking remarkably well!  He has that paw back on the ground when he walks, which was nice to see.  The big old apparatus is gone, and in its place, a much more compact version.  He still has the external two rods on the leg, but they're shorter now.  He has a good appetite!  He enjoys his pain medicine which helps him stay nice and quiet and rest! He's not a dog who enjoys rest on a normal basis! The doctor even took out some of his wires (internal) and put in two new ones and a few more pins and they can tell that the bone is healing! Yukon will never be able to go through a metal detector but other than that, he's healing great! So keep sending Yukon those good recovery vibes! He's on his way to getting back on all four paws! Update: Yukon is busy healing now and is not taking guests at the moment. He'll be ready to meet you as soon as wagging his tail and bounching with glee isn't so hazerdous for his health. Update 9/10: Yukon has fully recovered from his broken leg and is ready for a new family to call his own. He said he is quite content to stay right here until that family comes along. He is now 16 months old, still full of energy, very athletic, and a very happy young GSD. He is also extremely good looking with his long legs and majestic demeanor. Currently, he is polishing up his obedience skills which were a little rusty after his 8 weeks of crate rest. Yukon enjoys his park walks and is very well mannered during them. He is very smart, exuberant, quick to learn and eager to please. He has four foster siblings that he entertains constantly. Yukon has no "pause" button. He loves running in the backyard and playing with toys. He also still enjoys his crate, harbors no ill will towards it even though he was confined to it during his long convalescence. He is wary of strangers approaching him, but once he's warmed up to them, he's very affectionate. Yukon is a great prize for the right person or family.
ZEUS
Sponsor: Click here to sponsor Fill out an Adoption Application Sex:  Male Breed: GSD Age:  ~4 - 5 years Color: White Current Size: 65 - 70 lbs Potential/Ideal Size:  65 - 70 lbs. House Broken:  Likely Obedience Trained: No Living With: Kennel History:  Shelter                Good With Kids: Unknown Good with Cats: NO, not really!! Other Dogs OK: Yes	Click here for more pictures
DESCRIPTION: Zeus came to us because his family situation underwent some radical changes -- and he came up short!  Boom!  Just like that -- he has to look for another home!  Zeus is a calm and steady boy, nicely balanced.  He is friendly and gets along well with other dogs.  Kitties, however, are another matter.  He chases and they hiss and scratch!  He has not hurt them, and will leave them when called off, however, his poor nose is now the worse for wear -- but not to worry, it will be just as good as new soon.  It might be for the best that he finds a home without a kitty companion! :)  Zeus tends to be a bit clingy -- and will bond very tightly to his people.  He will need training to help him gain the confidence and stability he needs to know.  Zeus is a great dog waiting for another chance.  Come and meet him.

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