Adopted MAGSR Dogs
These are the most recent MAGSR adoptions. Dogs adopted prior to 2016 can be found here.
Columba
ADOPTED 03/10/2019!
Good With Kids: Unknown
I've been adopted, thanks to MAGSR but so many more dogs need their help. Will you help them by donating or volunteering?
One of the largest puppy mill busts found hundreds of German Shepherd's living in absolute filth and in horrendous condition. Ankle deep mud and feces mixed with urine, no adequate shelter, lacking food and clean water is how these dogs were left to live, many for years. The urgent call was made and MAGSR knew we had to take in as many as possible. We now have 38 dogs that have a multitude of medical needs that we are addressing, and they need to learn to trust humans. All dogs are scared, some are shut down, but our volunteers and vets will get them on their road to recovery. It will be awhile before these dogs are ready for adoption, so please be patient and watch for updates.
An undertaking of this size for an all-volunteer rescue is quite a task, but one we are meeting it head on. Many of the dogs require medical boarding so that they can receive the best possible care. We are committed to providing everything they need, not only medically, but emotionally. Our medical costs are going to be at an amount we have never seen before. We need your help, the dogs need your help. Please donate , your donation will go towards their ongoing care, medical needs, emotional needs and help them on their road to recovery and a brighter future.
Taura
ADOPTED 03/09/2019!
Good With Kids: Older Kids Only
I've been adopted, thanks to MAGSR but so many more dogs need their help. Will you help them by donating or volunteering?
Taura came to us from a shelter where she had been surrendered for reasons unknown. She is somewhat skittish, but at her young age with structure, socialization and training she should be able to overcome this. She is in a foster home enjoying the comforts of a home and human interaction.
Dieter
ADOPTED 03/09/2019!
Good With Kids: Unknown
I've been adopted, thanks to MAGSR but so many more dogs need their help. Will you help them by donating or volunteering?
Dieter came to us from a not so good situation. He was used as a breeding dog, he was not provided with proper care or adequate living conditions. Thankfully after complaints and an investigation he, along with other dogs were confiscated. Dieter is now in our care where he is looking for a family that will provide him with a loving and warm home, where he means more to his family than just a stud. Dieter is learning to trust humans that are kind and caring, we suspect this is something he has not had before. He can be standoffish with new people, but our volunteers are working with him. He was known as the alpha of the pack, always checking on his fur family. He will need someone with GSD experience, who will commit to working with him and showing him that humans can be caring, loving people.
Updates:Dieter is a very scared boy who seems to be the victim of physical abuse on top of the extreme neglect so he is VERY fearful of people. He was caked with his own feces and in terrible physical condition on intake. Quick movements or unexpected touching of him in any way make him jump and shake. He's slow to walk and will frequently walk in front of you and block forward motion with his body. Through all this, he is a sweet dog, showing no aggression towards humans. He takes treats very well and seems grateful for the kindness. He likes to have his head or on his body rubbed, as long as you are careful around his ears due to a severe double ear infection. Dieter is okay being brushed, so we continue removing the matted fur from him. Dieter has shown no aggression toward any of the other dogs and seems to be more comfortable being around them than people.
Dieter is clearly feeling better after the extraction of 4 bad teeth, and continued treatment for the ear infections. Dieter seems comfortable around other dogs but high energy pups still make him uneasy. He's also getting much more comfortable around people, moving toward some of the volunteers for the first time rather than just leaning on his handler. He sat and laid down while out on the leash for the first time, so he's now more at ease in these surroundings. We're seeing he has some training, doing a sit for one of the volunteers handling him. This big boy still has a long way to go, but with love and training, he will reward that time tenfold with loyalty and companionship. Could you find that love in your heart for Dieter?
Chase
ADOPTED 03/09/2019!
Good With Kids: Yes
I've been adopted, thanks to MAGSR but so many more dogs need their help. Will you help them by donating or volunteering?
Chase landed in a shelter when his family moved and could not take him with them. He is a young bubbly happy puppy that requires training, guidance and structure. He lived harmoniously with children , cats, and regularly played with other dogs at the dog park.
Updates:Chase lived in a foster home with a young child and was amazing with her – he is exceptionally patient. Chase is great in the home, housebroken and crate trained. Chase loves belly rubs and attention from his humans and seems very eager to please. In a couple of meet & greets with other dogs, Chase has proven to be very unsocialized with other dogs of all sizes and has no manners with them. Chase would greatly benefit from group training with other dogs so that he can become the best canine he can be. If Chase sounds like he may be a fit for your family, ask to meet him today.
Kalani
ADOPTED 03/09/2019!
Good With Kids: Yes, older kids
I've been adopted, thanks to MAGSR but so many more dogs need their help. Will you help them by donating or volunteering?
Kalani was found wandering country roads, she was taken to a shelter. She is underweight, but will begin to gain weight with regular nutritious meals. She is such a love, she enjoys belly rubs, leaning into her person for petting and she is full of kisses and tail wags. Training of course is required, as we want Kalani to have good canine manners. She is young, so be prepared for an energetic girl who will require daily exercise.
Updates:Kalani is settling into her new surroundings which is helping us get to know her better. Energizer bunny comes to mind when describing her energy. She is a busy girl, she enjoys her time in the play yard with all of the toys, but some tough toys are in order for this mega chewer. She is still working on improving her leash manners, that will come with daily leash walks. Kalani can be mouthy, not realizing her sharp teeth hurt. If you are looking for a running partner, live an active lifestyle and have the energy and time, ask to meet Kalani
Kalani is settling in to her foster home. In so many ways, Kalani is just a puppy with normal puppy behaviors - curious, uncertain, brave, funny, sweet and anxious. She's a chewer and loves to chew so it's important to keep her busy on chewing only those things which she is allowed to have. She is crate trained and learning sit and is food-motivated making her easier to train for simple commands. Kalani has a high prey drive and when combined with her playful puppy mouthiness, she can become a little worked up. Kalani has the great potential to be a wonderful dog. She is a sweet young girl looking for a forever home to provide consistency, structure and training with a handler who has prior experience with the breed so she can reach her full potential and correct some of her puppy habits which are inappropriate for a dog of her age. If Kalani sounds like she could be a fit for you, please ask to meet her.
Young Kalani has greatly benefited from her 6 weeks of professional training at K-9 Koncepts. Originally found as a stray, she didn’t know much about interacting properly with the world when she came to us. But after professional training, she is much more able to enjoyably interact with people and normal daily activities. She is much more observant of her handler now, and has learned basic commands. Her leash skills have also improved a great deal, since she is much more focused on her handler and less concerned with random activity nearby. She is still the same happy, lovable, sweet girl she was before, just much easier to handle and more enjoyable to be around. Kalani has learned sit, heel, down, stay, and come to various degrees (all of course will need to be reinforced by continued proper training and handling), and is ready to move on to a forever home. If you would like to meet Kalani, she is ready to meet you and your family! Please ask to meet Kalani today!
Bastille
ADOPTED 03/09/2019!
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Good With Kids: Older Kids Only
I've been adopted, thanks to MAGSR but so many more dogs need their help. Will you help them by donating or volunteering?
One of the largest puppy mill busts found hundreds of German Shepherd's living in absolute filth and in horrendous condition. Ankle deep mud and feces mixed with urine, no adequate shelter, lacking food and clean water is how these dogs were left to live, many for years. The urgent call was made and MAGSR knew we had to take in as many as possible. We now have 38 dogs that have a multitude of medical needs that we are addressing, and they need to learn to trust humans. All dogs are scared, some are shut down, but our volunteers and vets will get them on their road to recovery. It will be awhile before these dogs are ready for adoption, so please be patient and watch for updates.
An undertaking of this size for an all-volunteer rescue is quite a task, but one we are meeting it head on. Many of the dogs require medical boarding so that they can receive the best possible care. We are committed to providing everything they need, not only medically, but emotionally. Our medical costs are going to be at an amount we have never seen before. We need your help, the dogs need your help. Please donate , your donation will go towards their ongoing care, medical needs, emotional needs and help them on their road to recovery and a brighter future.
Updates:Bastille is making daily strides. She is still a shy girl and you have to make slow movements with her as she still spooks easily. She remains a flight risk and must remain on a leash at all times even in the home. She is doing much better going in to a crate and once in sleeps quietly for at least 9 hours at night. She has not had any accidents in her crate and is doing well house breaking. She can go about 9 hours a typical work day and not have an accident. We are working diligently on her leash manners and she is responding very well. She really enjoys walks and is starting to open up and sneak some kisses and meet you with tail wags. She is initiating play with other dogs in the home and is overall a very sweet girl. We are beginning on some basic obedience commands. Lastly, Bastille is treat motivated, gentle in taking them and absolutely loves marrow bones and peanut butter. She has shown no signs of food aggression. If interested in this stunning girl, please contact us to meet her.
Through no fault of her own Bastille was returned back to MAGSR, her family loved her but their busy household caused her a lot of anxiety and they felt this was no longer fair to her.
Bastille would do great in a less busy home with a stable dog to help calm her anxiety.
Rambo
ADOPTED 03/04/2019!
Good With Kids: Older kids, over 16
I've been adopted, thanks to MAGSR but so many more dogs need their help. Will you help them by donating or volunteering?
Rambo came to us as owner surrender as his former person was not able to continue to care for him. Rambo is a friendly boy, although he is unsettled with the recent changes in his life. He needs time to adjust to all of the changes. He can be mouthy when things he shouldn't have are taken away from him. Training, of course, will help him learn manners, work on any unwanted behaviors and help him settle into life with a new family. He lived with a cat in his previous home and we are told he did fine. He is currently in a foster home being given time to adjust to losing his home and family. His foster will provide an update soon.
Francis
ADOPTED 03/03/2019!
Good With Kids: Unknown
I've been adopted, thanks to MAGSR but so many more dogs need their help. Will you help them by donating or volunteering?
One of the largest puppy mill busts found hundreds of German Shepherd's living in absolute filth and in horrendous condition. Ankle deep mud and feces mixed with urine, no adequate shelter, lacking food and clean water is how these dogs were left to live, many for years. The urgent call was made and MAGSR knew we had to take in as many as possible. We now have 38 dogs that have a multitude of medical needs that we are addressing, and they need to learn to trust humans. All dogs are scared, some are shut down, but our volunteers and vets will get them on their road to recovery. It will be awhile before these dogs are ready for adoption, so please be patient and watch for updates.
An undertaking of this size for an all-volunteer rescue is quite a task, but one we are meeting it head on. Many of the dogs require medical boarding so that they can receive the best possible care. We are committed to providing everything they need, not only medically, but emotionally. Our medical costs are going to be at an amount we have never seen before. We need your help, the dogs need your help. Please donate, your donation will go towards their ongoing care, medical needs, emotional needs and help them on their road to recovery and a brighter future.
Acton
ADOPTED 03/02/2019!
Good With Kids: Older Kids Only
I've been adopted, thanks to MAGSR but so many more dogs need their help. Will you help them by donating or volunteering?
Acton was a stray to a shelter, so we have no prior history. During his time with us he has been friendly with our volunteers and did well with dog introductions. Training is imperative with all dogs that are adopted from us, they need to learn manners and become accustomed to their home and family life.
Updates:Some great things about Acton - he loves people. He really loves snuggles and will get up nice and close for attention. Acton loves to play ball and definitely knows what toys are. When he needs to go potty, Acton will let you know. When on a walk, Acton always talks care of his business and is really good about redirecting if needed. Once the household is settled, Acton will also settle down and relax. This guy is a great companion for someone who likes to take long walks and would likely be good for a runner.
Vala
ADOPTED 03/02/2019!
Good With Kids: Unknown
I've been adopted, thanks to MAGSR but so many more dogs need their help. Will you help them by donating or volunteering?
One of the largest puppy mill busts found hundreds of German Shepherd's living in absolute filth and in horrendous condition. Ankle deep mud and feces mixed with urine, no adequate shelter, lacking food and clean water is how these dogs were left to live, many for years. The urgent call was made and MAGSR knew we had to take in as many as possible. We now have 38 dogs that have a multitude of medical needs that we are addressing, and they need to learn to trust humans. All dogs are scared, some are shut down, but our volunteers and vets will get them on their road to recovery. It will be awhile before these dogs are ready for adoption, so please be patient and watch for updates.
An undertaking of this size for an all-volunteer rescue is quite a task, but one we are meeting it head on. Many of the dogs require medical boarding so that they can receive the best possible medical care. We are committed to providing everything they need, not only medically, but emotionally. Our medical costs are going to be at an amount we have never seen before. We need your help, the dogs need your help. Please donate , your donation will go towards their ongoing care, medical needs, emotional needs and help them on their road to recovery and a brighter future.
Ellington
ADOPTED 03/02/2019!
Good With Kids: Unknown
I've been adopted, thanks to MAGSR but so many more dogs need their help. Will you help them by donating or volunteering?
One of the largest puppy mill busts found hundreds of German Shepherd's living in absolute filth and in horrendous condition. Ankle deep mud and feces mixed with urine, no adequate shelter, lacking food and clean water is how these dogs were left to live, many for years. The urgent call was made and MAGSR knew we had to take in as many as possible. We now have 38 dogs that have a multitude of medical needs that we are addressing, and they need to learn to trust humans. All dogs are scared, some are shut down, but our volunteers and vets will get them on their road to recovery. It will be awhile before these dogs are ready for adoption, so please be patient and watch for updates.
An undertaking of this size for an all-volunteer rescue is quite a task, but one we are meeting it head on. Many of the dogs require medical boarding so that they can receive the best possible care. We are committed to providing everything they need, not only medically, but emotionally. Our medical costs are going to be at an amount we have never seen before. We need your help, the dogs need your help. Please donate , your donation will go towards their ongoing care, medical needs, emotional needs and help them on their road to recovery and a brighter future.
Melina
ADOPTED 03/02/2019!
Good With Kids: Unknown
I've been adopted, thanks to MAGSR but so many more dogs need their help. Will you help them by donating or volunteering?
Melina came to us from a not so good situation. She was used as a breeding dog, she was not provided with proper care or adequate living conditions. Thankfully after complaints and an investigation she, along with other dogs were confiscated. Melina is now in our care where she is looking for a family that will provide her with a loving and warm home, where she means more to her family than just a puppy machine. Melina is shy and somewhat skittish of humans, but you can see just how much she wants to be loved on by humans. She's a dog's dog and seems will need canine companionship to thrive as she comes out her shell with other dogs. A dog to play with in the home would be the best match for her. She of course will need a patient family that will show her being a part of a caring family is a wonderful thing. Please ask about Melina, give her what she has never experienced before...a loving family, a soft bed, a warm home, guidance and structure. She's waiting for you.
Updates:Melina is settling into her foster home. She has has no accidents in her crate and takes care of business as soon as she goes outside. Her foster mom feels it is safe to say that Melinda is crate trained and housebroken. Melina cowers and tries to bolt when getting out of her crate and is considered a high flight risk so extra precautions must be taken with her. Melina walks well on a leash but hits the ground if startled by a noise or sudden moves. She cries some when left alone. Melina is looking for a quiet home where she'll have someone who will treat her with the respect and love she deserves. If Melina sounds like a good fit for your home, and you have the patience to take your time with her to allow her to trust you, then ask to meet her.
Riptide
ADOPTED 02/24/2019!
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Good With Kids: Yes, older kids
I've been adopted, thanks to MAGSR but so many more dogs need their help. Will you help them by donating or volunteering?
Riptide was originally adopted from a shelter, where he then went on to live his life on a chain with not enough food and no shelter. This is why it is so important that anyone wanting to adopt a dog is checked out by shelters and rescues. Riptide was promised a better a life when the shelter adopted him but that is not what he received. That is all changed now that he is with MAGSR, we will make sure he finds a loving and caring family, that can provide him a home, a comfy bed, good nutrition and care. Riptide's name is very fitting, he is a high energy boy that is not sure what to do with new found freedom from the chain. He will need training and structure, along with lots of exercise.
Updates:Unfortunately, Riptide has been returned to us as his adopter fractured her ankle and is non weight bearing. With Riptide’s high energy, she was not able to provide his daily exercise requirements. Riptide was also not doing well with one of their teenage twin daughters. He was fine with one of them. He has been to obedience training, but his new family is required to complete training with him. Training is a great way to learn more about each other, how to work together and create a bond.
Hello there! My name is Riptide. I've gone to two lovely homes now, they loved me, but they couldn't handle my energy. I am so afraid I may never have a home of my own. You see, the first part of my life, I was out on a chain and wasn't shown puppy manners. It seems like all that energy has built up and I've never gotten it out. I have had some training now, so I know sit, down, come and I walk well on a leash. Everyone says I'm a nice boy, I just need a runner, or someone to work me out and train me for cool stuff, things like agility, rally or nose work, or maybe give me another dog to play with so I can get this energy out! They say I'm easy to train because I'm food motivated - I say who doesn't like food? I also love playing in the kiddie pool they have at the kennel where I stay for now, but they said it's too cold now. One lady said something about dock diving, I don't know what that is, but if I get to go in the water, I'm all for it! If you're looking for a pup to do something active with, ask to meet me, you might be just what I'm looking for!
Lilly
ADOPTED 02/24/2019!
Good With Kids: Unknown
I've been adopted, thanks to MAGSR but so many more dogs need their help. Will you help them by donating or volunteering?
Lilly was on the run for sometime, but was finally caught and brought into a rescue. Wanting Lilly to have the best chance at finding a home it was decided she would be better served by a GSD rescue. Lilly is friendly, but a little unsettled, which is to be expected. She is being given time to settle in, watch for updates.
Updates:Lilly is setting into her foster home nicely. She loves her doggy beds. She lays in her doggy bed when she's not around her human, and at night when her humans go to bed - she lays in her doggy bed all night. When her humans move, she pops up and comes over to say Hi and follows around the house. Lilly loves to go outside for walks and is very easy to walk. She's very food motivated and loves when she gets treats. Lilly likes dogs of her own size and is somewhat shy around new people but will warm up with treats. When she first came to her foster home, she did not want to get in vehicles, and whined, but by the third day, she jumped in the car and was excited to go for a ride. Lilly is looking for a fur-ever home.
Ada
ADOPTED 02/23/2019!
Good With Kids: Older Kids Only
I've been adopted, thanks to MAGSR but so many more dogs need their help. Will you help them by donating or volunteering?
One of the largest puppy mill busts found hundreds of German Shepherd's living in absolute filth and in horrendous condition. Ankle deep mud and feces mixed with urine, no adequate shelter, lacking food and clean water is how these dogs were left to live, many for years. The urgent call was made and MAGSR knew we had to take in as many as possible. We now have 38 dogs that have a multitude of medical needs that we are addressing, and they need to learn to trust humans. All dogs are scared, some are shut down, but our volunteers and vets will get them on their road to recovery. It will be awhile before these dogs are ready for adoption, so please be patient and watch for updates.
An undertaking of this size for an all-volunteer rescue is quite a task, but one we are meeting it head on. Many of the dogs require medical boarding so that they can receive the best possible care. We are committed to providing everything they need, not only medically, but emotionally. Our medical costs are going to be at an amount we have never seen before. We need your help, the dogs need your help. Please donate , your donation will go towards their ongoing care, medical needs, emotional needs and help them on their road to recovery and a brighter future.
Updates:Ada is a sweet and very friendly dog and we are thrilled with her progress so far. Now that she has been settling into a foster home, we are learning a lot more about her. Walking Ada is enjoyable - she does not pull on the leash and self-corrects easily. She is a superb jogger - matches the runner's pace and really enjoys being outside. Ada has met several neighbors and is considered a charming star in the neighborhood. Bikes, cars, trucks, and loud noises scare her a bit. She has been enjoying living in the country and gets more confident every day. Hikes in the woods are her favorite. We have started training basic commands and she is getting fairly consistent with "come" especially when the person has a treat. Ada is highly food motivated and appreciates positive praise. She has no problems with getting any part of her body touched and is affectionate. There is no observed food aggression - she eats readily out of a person's hand and has no issues with having her bowl touched; she takes treats gently. Toys are an entirely new concept to her but toys that can be stuffed with food become quick favorites. Crating Ada is easy; it seems to be her calm and safe space and she is visibly relaxed and quiet in her crate and gated area. From there, she observes the activity in the house and learns. Clear signs are given when she wants to go outside and we are well along the way for her to be housebroken. Living inside is entirely new to Ada, and transition to a home environment requires small, incremental steps and patience. The house is a bit overwhelming to her, and while she gets more comfortable every day, we are taking it slowly. She handles being tethered in a room extremely well, but is anxious if given too much space. The road to freedom inside a house will understandably take time. The resident dog has played a significant role in Ada's positive transition to the home environment and contributes continuously to her calmness on outdoor walks and when encountering new environmental stressors. Ada will benefit greatly if her adopter has a calm and well behaved dog that she can watch and follow. If interested in Ada, please ask to meet her.
Brooklyn
ADOPTED 02/23/2019!
Good With Kids: Yes
I've been adopted, thanks to MAGSR but so many more dogs need their help. Will you help them by donating or volunteering?
Brooklyn came to us as a surrender as the families other dog was not getting along with her. She lived in her home with children and did well with them. Brooklyn is a stunning all black GSD. Training of course is required, along with structure and daily exercise. While she does know basic obedience a refresher course is a must.
Liesl
ADOPTED 02/23/2019!
Good With Kids: Yes
I've been adopted, thanks to MAGSR but so many more dogs need their help. Will you help them by donating or volunteering?
Liesl's family surrendered her as their busy lifestyle kept them from providing her with proper exercise and attention. She lived in a home with 3 young children and did well with them. Liesl will bark at other dogs when she is on a leash, but does well with them off leash. This of course can be worked with through training. Training, along with structure will go a long way in teaching Liesl good canine manners. It also helps build a bond with her new family. Liesl can be somewhat wary when meeting new people, this also can be addressed with training and socialization.
Lottie
ADOPTED 02/23/2019!
Good With Kids: Unknown
I've been adopted, thanks to MAGSR but so many more dogs need their help. Will you help them by donating or volunteering?
One of the largest puppy mill busts found hundreds of German Shepherd's living in absolute filth and in horrendous condition. Ankle deep mud and feces mixed with urine, no adequate shelter, lacking food and clean water is how these dogs were left to live, many for years. The urgent call was made and MAGSR knew we had to take in as many as possible. We now have 38 dogs that have a multitude of medical needs that we are addressing, and they need to learn to trust humans. All dogs are scared, some are shut down, but our volunteers and vets will get them on their road to recovery. It will be awhile before these dogs are ready for adoption, so please be patient and watch for updates.
An undertaking of this size for an all-volunteer rescue is quite a task, but one we are meeting it head on. Many of the dogs require medical boarding so that they can receive the best possible care. We are committed to providing everything they need, not only medically, but emotionally. Our medical costs are going to be at an amount we have never seen before. We need your help, the dogs need your help. Please donate , your donation will go towards their ongoing care, medical needs, emotional needs and help them on their road to recovery and a brighter future.
Updates:Lottie is a gentle soul that has endured way more than any dog should have in her short life. She is a work in progress. She should remain on leash in and outside the home as she still skittish and is gaining confidence of new surroundings. She bonds very quickly and has shown some signs of separation anxiety. When Lottie is anxious or stressed she tends to jump up on her handler for reassurance. She will need a patient adopter that is willing to work through this with her. She isn't fond of a crate and requires some assistance and treats to go in. Lottie will require another dog in the home as she gets very anxious when she is completely alone and will whine and bark until her human returns. Lottie walks well on a leash and enjoys walks. We are diligently working on house breaking but aren't quite there yet although she does not soil her crate at night. She does sleep soundly in her crate for up to 9 hours as long as she is in the room with her human and doggie companions. She enjoys snuggling and is happiest snuggled in the lap of a human. Lastly, Lottie is extremely treat motivated, loves peanut butter and marrow bones. If interested in meeting Lottie, please contact us.
Callahan
ADOPTED 02/17/2019!
Good With Kids: Unknown
I've been adopted, thanks to MAGSR but so many more dogs need their help. Will you help them by donating or volunteering?
One of the largest puppy mill busts found hundreds of German Shepherd's living in absolute filth and in horrendous condition. Ankle deep mud and feces mixed with urine, no adequate shelter, lacking food and clean water is how these dogs were left to live, many for years. The urgent call was made and MAGSR knew we had to take in as many as possible. We now have 38 dogs that have a multitude of medical needs that we are addressing, and they need to learn to trust humans. All dogs are scared, some are shut down, but our volunteers and vets will get them on their road to recovery. It will be awhile before these dogs are ready for adoption, so please be patient and watch for updates.
An undertaking of this size for an all-volunteer rescue is quite a task, but one we are meeting it head on. Many of the dogs require medical boarding so that they can receive the best possible care. We are committed to providing everything they need, not only medically, but emotionally. Our medical costs are going to be at an amount we have never seen before. We need your help, the dogs need your help. Please donate , your donation will go towards their ongoing care, medical needs, emotional needs and help them on their road to recovery and a brighter future.
Blue
ADOPTED 02/16/2019!
Good With Kids: Yes
I've been adopted, thanks to MAGSR but so many more dogs need their help. Will you help them by donating or volunteering?
Blue was surrendered to us as his loving family fell on hard times and did not have the finances to continue to care for Blue. He is very much loved by his previous family and they only want what's best for him. Blue is having some allergy issues which has caused some fur loss and irradiated skin. He is on medication to bring him some relief, we have changed his diet and he will be seen by our vet. As you can imagine, Blue is quite confused with losing his family and home. He lived with children ages 6 through 16. We are giving Blue time to settle in and become accustom to his new surroundings and our volunteers.
Updates:Blue is settling into his foster home even though it's only been a few days. He's walking better on a leash and really wants to play with or at least be near the resident GSD, who is still trying to figure out who his new house guest is. Blue likes to chew on his chew toys and is crating really well with no accidents in the house or the crate. Blue seems to know basic commands, but can sometimes be stubborn, but he's young and training should help with that. If Blue sounds like he'd fit well into your family, ask to meet him.
Blue continues to progress with his training. He's great in the crate and is still accident free in the house. Blue takes the "tough chew" label on toys as a personal challenge and wins every time! He loves his Nylabones and antlers. Blue is still leary of new people, but we're working on it. We'll continue with training and go to more public places to get him comfortable with new experiences.
Frieda
ADOPTED 02/15/2019!
Good With Kids: Yes
I've been adopted, thanks to MAGSR but so many more dogs need their help. Will you help them by donating or volunteering?
Frieda came to us from a not so good situation. She was used as a breeding dog, she was not provided with proper care or adequate living conditions. Thankfully after complaints and an investigation she, along with other dogs were confiscated. Frieda is now in our care where she is looking for a family that will provide her with a loving and warm home, where she means more to her family than just a puppy machine. Sweet Frieda needs someone who will love and care for her during her golden years. Someone that will show her that not all humans are cruel. She needs a place to rest her body and soul, to go for leisurely strolls, to lay in the sun and take in the day, to have a big comfy bed of her very own and to finally know true love. Please give this beautiful senior girl the chance at a life she has never known, if it isn't for as long as a younger dog, she is just as deserving.
Nia
ADOPTED 02/10/2019!
Good With Kids: Unknown
I've been adopted, thanks to MAGSR but so many more dogs need their help. Will you help them by donating or volunteering?
One of the largest puppy mill busts found hundreds of German Shepherd's living in absolute filth and in horrendous condition. Ankle deep mud and feces mixed with urine, no adequate shelter, lacking food and clean water is how these dogs were left to live, many for years. The urgent call was made and MAGSR knew we had to take in as many as possible. We now have 38 dogs that have a multitude of medical needs that we are addressing, and they need to learn to trust humans. All dogs are scared, some are shut down, but our volunteers and vets will get them on their road to recovery. It will be awhile before these dogs are ready for adoption, so please be patient and watch for updates.
An undertaking of this size for an all-volunteer rescue is quite a task, but one we are meeting it head on. Many of the dogs require medical boarding so that they can receive the best possible care. We are committed to providing everything they need, not only medically, but emotionally. Our medical costs are going to be at an amount we have never seen before. We need your help, the dogs need your help. Please donate , your donation will go towards their ongoing care, medical needs, emotional needs and help them on their road to recovery and a brighter future.
Rhee
ADOPTED 02/10/2019!
Good With Kids: Yes
I've been adopted, thanks to MAGSR but so many more dogs need their help. Will you help them by donating or volunteering?
Rhee lost her family and home as her Military family were stationed overseas until 2022. Rhee was staying with a family friend but unfortunately did not adjust well and was not getting along with the other dogs in the home. Rhee will require time to adjust to yet another change in her life, a family with patience that will provide structure is best. She lived with children since she was 11 months old with no issues. She has been through professional obedience training, but a refresher course with her new family is required.
Updates:Rhee is a wonderful girl. She has settled into her foster home, is crate trained, and has excellent house manners. Rhee is currently a plus-size girl and loves to play, chew on toys, and go on walks. Rhee's leash manners need a little work, which a refresher course with a trainer will help to improve. Rhee loves everyone she meets and is patiently waiting for her forever home. Please ask to meet Rhee and be her fur-ever family.
Hello, my name is Rhee! I’m living with a foster family and I consider myself a perfect guest. I heard that I am the best foster they have ever had (I’m not their only foster). I am housebroken, crate trained, and I know basic obedience. I don’t counter-surf or get on the furniture. I love to chew, but only on my toys. I was put on a diet and exercise program and I have slimmed down. I can walk a 5K at a brisk pace. So, if your looking for an active, well-behaved walking companion who is slightly senior, please ask to meet me. See you soon!
Trooper
ADOPTED 02/09/2019!
Good With Kids: Unknown
I've been adopted, thanks to MAGSR but so many more dogs need their help. Will you help them by donating or volunteering?
Trooper was picked up as a stray by Animal Control. Upon being found he had numerous abrasions and gashes on his legs. He was seen by the vet immediately, had his wounds cleaned and sutured. He is still healing from whatever caused his injuries, but is healing well. Trooper is need of a strong handler, someone that will set rules and provide structure. Training is needed, as he needs to learn manners and good dog behavior. Trooper can be spooked by things he is not familiar with so ongoing socialization is important.
Unfortunately, Trooper tested heartworm positive when seen by MAGSR's vet. This could have been avoided had he been kept on monthly heartworm preventatives. Trooper is in the beginning stages of his heartworm treatment, which of course MAGSR will pay for his entire treatment. Treatment is expensive, but Trooper is certainly worth the cost. Donations towards his treatment would be greatly appreciated, this would also help us save other dogs with medical needs. He will have to take it slow for the next few months while he undergoes treatment, so lots of rest will be in order.
Updates:Trooper is one resilient and incredibly special guy. He was welcomed into the MAGSR family, as so many are, with very little information about where he came from or what he had been through. Although Trooper took a little time to adjust to a life of comfort, regular food, and stability, he seems to have discovered that things are improving every day. Trooper has already come a long way in the short time he has been with MAGSR. He has begun to learn basic commands such as sit, down, stay, and wait. His heel is coming along and only requires a few reminders that leaning in is better done when hanging out and not when walking on leash. As training is a requirement for all dogs, Trooper will be top of the class.
A perfect companion in the car, Trooper either lays down or quietly watches from his seat. He is good about getting into and out of the car. Having recently moved into a foster home, Trooper is now learning the ins and out of living in a home. Although cautious at first, Trooper seems to be taking this new set of changes in stride. He is learning about the joys of having his own bones, a comfortable place to sleep, and how to navigate slippery wood floors. Trooper is also developing an understanding of crate training and housebreaking. This is important as he will need to be on crate rest during his heart worm treatment. If Trooper sounds like a good match for your household, please inquire about him today.
Seth
ADOPTED 02/09/2019!
Good With Kids: Unknown
I've been adopted, thanks to MAGSR but so many more dogs need their help. Will you help them by donating or volunteering?
Seth was abandoned by his person at a friends home and never returned for him. He is understandably confused with the recent changes in his life causing some anxiety. He lived with a female GSD and was around cats without issues. He did live with children but did not have much interaction with them, so we do not know how he would do with children. We are giving him time to settle in and will post updates once we know him better.
Atta
ADOPTED 02/07/2019!
Good With Kids: Unknown
I've been adopted, thanks to MAGSR but so many more dogs need their help. Will you help them by donating or volunteering?
Atta was a stray to the shelter and is now looking for his forever home. He is a strong boy with no leash skills, but with training, guidance and direction he will learn quickly. He is young and full of energy, so be sure you are up to many walks and playtime each day. Yes, he has a lot to learn, but will need his humans help to learn how to be the best he can be.
Updates:He is a sweetheart!! Atta loves every person he meets. Atta hasn't had any accidents in the house and is slightly crate trained / crate comfortable. He would prefer being with his person than in the crate though and may cry a little at first. Once he gets a routine and understands you're coming back he's fine! Atta is a cuddler and a silly boy. He doesn't get into things around the house and is very well behaved. Training will be helpful and he learns very quickly! Sit, stay, come, heel, drop, etc are all about 65%. The dogs we have met, Atta hasn't been psyched about and will growl. Some he is okay with when introduced slowly and properly. He requires medium exercise and is happy to adapt to his owner. With car rides, he does well, gets slightly anxious, and may get car sick on longer trips. Atta may do well in a low-chaos home, maybe with a couple who is home often. He's a very special pup and his future family will be very lucky.
Lexi
ADOPTED 02/03/2019!
Good With Kids: Yes
I've been adopted, thanks to MAGSR but so many more dogs need their help. Will you help them by donating or volunteering?
Lexi came back to us after 5 years as her adopter had many changes in her life, some of them tragic. Lexi is very much loved and was well cared for, but unfortunately her family was not able to continue to provide her with the best home. She lived with smaller dogs and cats, she also enjoyed frequent visits by the grandchildren. She is overweight, but with a reduced calorie diet she will have her girly figure back in no time. Lexi would love to know the comforts of a home once again and the love and companionship of a family.
Zeus
ADOPTED 02/02/2019!
Good With Kids: Unknown
I've been adopted, thanks to MAGSR but so many more dogs need their help. Will you help them by donating or volunteering?
Sadly Zeus's person was relocated for his job and was not able to find pet friendly housing that he could afford. Zeus and his sister Athena are now in our care, patiently waiting for a new family. They have been well cared for and were very much loved. They get along very well and are very bonded so we are hopeful that a family has room in their hearts and homes to adopt them both.
Athena
ADOPTED 02/02/2019!
Good With Kids: Unknown
I've been adopted, thanks to MAGSR but so many more dogs need their help. Will you help them by donating or volunteering?
Sadly Athena's person was relocated for his job and was not able to find pet friendly housing that he could afford. Athena and her brother Zeus are now in our care, patiently waiting for a new family. They have been well cared for and were very much loved. They get along very well and are very bonded so we are hopeful that a family has room in their hearts and homes to adopt them both.
Fritz
ADOPTED 02/02/2019!
Good With Kids: Unknown
I've been adopted, thanks to MAGSR but so many more dogs need their help. Will you help them by donating or volunteering?
Fritz made his way to us from a shelter where he was a stray, so we have no history for him. Fritz is a lot of dog, he is big and strong, and it is obvious that no one took the time to train him. Training is so very important as it teaches them good behavior, good manners and how to be good members of a family and society. He has been friendly with our volunteers and did well meeting other dogs.
Juno
ADOPTED 01/28/2019!
Good With Kids: Unknown
I've been adopted, thanks to MAGSR but so many more dogs need their help. Will you help them by donating or volunteering?
Juno's former family moved away and left her behind all on her own. A sweet, playful 8 month puppy left to fend for herself. Thankfully a neighbor noticed, took her in until he could find her a rescue. She enjoyed playing with the neighbors dogs while she waited to make her way to us. She is such a sweet, loving girl that would be a great addition to an active family. Of course training is required and needed, this will help her adjust to her new family and life.
Rex
ADOPTED 01/28/2019!
Good With Kids: Unknown
I've been adopted, thanks to MAGSR but so many more dogs need their help. Will you help them by donating or volunteering?
Rex is one of 22 dogs from the Carolinas that needed help due to Hurricane Florence.
Rex is handsome boy who is looking for someone to bond with. A family that will take him to training, provide structure and guidance. As he is new to us we are still learning more about him, watch for updates.
Updates:Unfortunately, Rex tested heartworm positive when seen by MAGSR's vet. This could have been avoided had he been kept on monthly heartworm preventatives. Rex is in the beginning stages of his heartworm treatment, which of course MAGSR will pay for his entire treatment. Treatment is expensive, but Rex is certainly worth the cost. Donations towards his treatment would be greatly appreciated, this would also help us save other dogs with medical needs. He will have to take it slow for the next few months while he undergoes treatment, so lots of rest will be in order.
Rex is slowly settling in to his foster home. This sweet boy must have had a very hard past because he’s just so confused in a home. He enjoys watching out the window and taking naps with his foster mom. Poor Rex is so scared of the steps and of the kitchen, but his foster mom is working with him to help him gain some confidence with that. Rex does well going into his crate, which is good because he will require crate restriction during his heartworm treatment. Rex is affectionate and enjoys attention from his human – he just wants someone to love him. Rex is a quiet dog and needs a quiet and more calm home life so he can continue to build confidence and learn to trust humans again. If you’re willing to be patient and give Rex a chance, please ask to meet him today.
Hello, my name is Rex! I’m adjusting to my foster home. I’ve been through quite a lot since Hurricane Florence in North Carolina. My foster Mom thinks I’m real handsome and calls me Sir Rex Harrison sometimes. I love the attention I get from my foster parents and the resident dog. I’m relaxing and becoming myself. I was trained not to go into the kitchen and not allowed upstairs. A few times my foster Mom has taken me into the kitchen and upstairs but I’d rather not go there. My foster Mom realizes it’s not so bad. I like to wait at kitchen door and never get underfoot! I don’t get on furniture, no jumping up and I’m happy to retreat to my crate during the day for naps and to sleep at night. I like hanging out, going for walks and enjoy having treats for learning to sit. I was very excited when I first got here and had a problem with submissive peeing. I'm much better now, although due to heartworm treatment I’m on prednizone and really thirsty. My treatment is just starting. Thankfully, MAGSR is good to take care of the heartworm treatment for whomever adopts me. My foster parents are working to build up my confidence. In the meantime, I’m hoping for a forever home with gentle folks who can appreciate my good looks and charm.
Rex is doing great in his foster home. Rex has overcome his shyness and wants to play with the resident dog so badly, but is still on activity restriction until the end of his heartworm treatment so he's not allowed to run & jump yet. Rex walks well on the lead and doesn't pull and sits on command. Rex does well in the crate and is housebroken. He likes his neighbors and all of the dogs in the neighborhood. Rex is doing great but is still waiting for his fur-ever home - could that home be yours?
Estee
ADOPTED 01/27/2019!
Good With Kids: Unknown
I've been adopted, thanks to MAGSR but so many more dogs need their help. Will you help them by donating or volunteering?
Estee found herself in a shelter, so we have no history on her. She is now in our care looking for her forever family. She is such a sweet girl and enjoys the company of other dogs. Training will help Estee settle in with her new family and way of life.
Bella
ADOPTED 01/26/2019!
Good With Kids: Unknown
I've been adopted, thanks to MAGSR but so many more dogs need their help. Will you help them by donating or volunteering?
Beautiful Bella found herself at a shelter, she is now with us looking for a cat free home. Bella enjoys chasing and pawing at cats so she will not be suited for a home with cats. She did well with dogs she was introduced to for dog on dog evaluation. Of course, one of the most important things any dog requires is training and Bella is no exception. With her smarts and eagerness to learn she should be the star of the class.
Mira
ADOPTED 01/26/2019!
Good With Kids: Unknown
I've been adopted, thanks to MAGSR but so many more dogs need their help. Will you help them by donating or volunteering?
Mira came to us from a not so good situation. She was part of a breeding facility, she was not provided with proper care or adequate living conditions. Thankfully after complaints and an investigation she, along with other dogs were confiscated. Mira is now in our care where she is looking for a family that will provide her with a loving and warm home, where she means more to her family than just a puppy making machine. Mira is very outgoing and extremely smart. She can open latches and will jump most any fence, she just loves to be with the other dogs and will stop at nothing to get to them. Right now she is being treated a flight risk as we just don't know what she is capable of. Training will go along way for Mira, it will not only teach her good manners, but training helps with mental stimulation which in turn burns off energy. She is young, has a lot to learn, needs structure in a home and family can meet her needs. Ask to meet this beauty.
Angel
ADOPTED 01/24/2019!
Good With Kids: Yes
I've been adopted, thanks to MAGSR but so many more dogs need their help. Will you help them by donating or volunteering?
Angel was surrendered as a family member had allergies. She is a friendly, well mannered girl. She lived with children and does well with large dogs, she does not do well with small dogs. Of course training with her new family is needed, as it will help you both learn more about each other and create a bond. She is housebroken and crate trained.
Crombie
ADOPTED 01/23/2019!
Good With Kids: Yes
I've been adopted, thanks to MAGSR but so many more dogs need their help. Will you help them by donating or volunteering?
Crombie is one of 22 dogs from the Carolina's that needed help due to Hurricane Florence.
This precious boy is so loving and sweet. He yearns for the attention of humans, needing a family of his very own that will commit to him for his lifetime. Just look at that face, those eye's say it all. He is settling into his foster home so please watch for updates as his foster family gets to know him better.
Updates:Hi there...It's me, Crombie, checking in. I want to tell you a little about myself. My foster mom calls me a big barrel of adorableness. I love my human foster sibling. We could snuggle for hours with me giving her lots of kisses. My walks are awesome. I walk nicely on the leash and am learning to sit to get my leash on. The crate is a good place to be and sometimes I go in there even when the door is open. I love my foster family but would love my furever family more. If you want a snuggle or two, ask to meet me!!
Unfortunately, Crombie tested heartworm positive when seen by MAGSR's vet. This could have been avoided had he been kept on monthly heartworm preventatives. Crombie is in the beginning stages of his heartworm treatment, which of course MAGSR will pay for his entire treatment. Treatment is expensive, but Crombie is certainly worth the cost. Donations towards his treatment would be greatly appreciated, this would also help us save other dogs with medical needs. He will have to take it slow for the next few months while he undergoes treatment, so lots of rest will be in order.
Hi there! Crombie here....I have made myself right at home in my foster home and my personality hasn't changed a bit. I am very calm and relaxed. I am on activity restriction but that's no big deal for me cause I don't mind my crate at all. Slow walks give me time to sniff some extra and no running, jumping or playing isn't so bad for the next couple of months. I spend my time out of the crate either on my foster mom's lap or laying next to my human foster sibling. I eat and drink in my crate so I know it's a good place to be. Getting out of my crate can be challenging because I'm excited to get out, so I don't want to sit, but my foster mom makes sure I do before we can go out. Hopefully this heart worm thing doesn't scare you away ... MAGSR takes care of all of it and all you need to do is give my my medicine, keep me calm during the treatment (which isn't tough) and love me (that's the easy part) Talk to you soon....Crombie
It's me again! I have had my first ventures with the resident dogs this week. There is a dominant female shepherd and a second in command. The dominant shepherd loves me but can't figure out why I don't know what playing is. So we just chew bones together on the floor. Maybe I will figure out play in time but hopefully not too soon because I'm on exercise restriction and then on crate restriction during my heartworm treatment. As for the other smaller resident dog, she makes sure I know she is second in command. We don't growl or fight, but she definitely isn't thrilled to have me around, so I just avoid her. All in all, the few weeks we spent just smelling each other on our humans has worked out well. At least I have found a new friend. Keep a look out for me because I'm attending events until I get my first heartworm treatment injection. Catch you later.....Crombie
Hello Again....Thought I would share some things coming into the holiday season as we all think of what we should be thankful for.....Some of these things dogs never have.
I'm thankful for a warm bed to sleep in. I'm thankful for always having food. I'm thankful for bone and toys to chew on (because I'm activity restriction.) I'm thankful for love from my foster family. I'm thankful for the resident dogs that show me acceptance and love. I'm thankful for the love and attention the resident children shower on me. Most of all I'm thankful for the heart worm treatment MAGSR is giving me so I can lead a happy and healthy life. What would make me most thankful of would be my furever family to welcome me into their family. If that;s you please put in an application. Sincerely Crombie
Kumo
ADOPTED 01/21/2019!
Good With Kids: Unknown
I've been adopted, thanks to MAGSR but so many more dogs need their help. Will you help them by donating or volunteering?
Kumo came to us from a local shelter, he is now looking for a warm home and loving family. He is a sweet friendly boy with a unique look as one eye is brown and the other blue. He gets along well with other dogs, he was a rockstar in dog play groups.
Updates:Kumo is settling in nicely in his foster home. Once he gets to know his humans, he is very dedicated, follows them around, and loves lots of attention. Kumo is house broken and does well when crated. He has no problem letting his humans know when he doesn't like something. Kumo is starting to get more active and playful, especially with the resident female dog. When it's time to eat, Kumo gets very excited and starts chasing his tail, and running in a circle. Kumo is changing for the better since he arrived into his foster home. He shows signs of being a very active dog, and loves to chew on balls. He also loves to put his front paws in his human's lap, lay against and give his human kisses. Kumo is looking for his forever home - is that home with you?
Kumo has settled in nicely to his foster home. He loves attention and follows his humans around. He loves tennis balls, he plays with them for hours, running around and chewing on them. He goes into the crate easily. When Kumo figures out his the schedule, he'll do it before you tell him. Kumo is a very active dog. Kumo loves feeding time - he runs around in circles, jumps up & down, and barks & whines. It's very funny to see. He does ride good in the car, loves to go outside. Kumo is looking for a furever home.
Luisa
ADOPTED 01/19/2019!
Good With Kids: Unknown
I've been adopted, thanks to MAGSR but so many more dogs need their help. Will you help them by donating or volunteering?
Luisa came to us from a not so good situation. She was used as a breeding dog, she was not provided with proper care or adequate living conditions. Thankfully after complaints and an investigation she, along with other dogs were confiscated. Luisa is now in our care where she is looking for a family that will provide her with a loving and warm home, where she means more to her family than just a puppy machine. Luisa is young and beautiful, she requires training to learn about life, good manners and living in a home. Yes, you will have to put work into her, provide structure, love and proper care, but she is so worth it.
Updates:Luisa is settling in nicely in her foster home - she's a very nice, sweet girl and has such a nice coat and coloring!!! Luisa is experiencing a whole new world in and outside the home. She is skittish and unfamiliar with a lot of things which is understandable. Her foster parents take her for walks about 4 or more times a day. She is leery of people, dogs that want to engage in play, things that move (kids sledding) and loud unexpected noises. She is fine with sounds around the house but anything out of the ordinary startles her, also not surprising. Luisa appears to be housebroken and doesn't much like when her person leaves her home and may bark some. Luisa is learning to walk on a leash - she walks nicely, but needs a gentle reminder to heel every once in a while - she is learning other commands as well. If you have the time and patience to work with this sweet girl, please ask to meet her.
Frankie
ADOPTED 01/13/2019!
Good With Kids: Older kids, over 10
I've been adopted, thanks to MAGSR but so many more dogs need their help. Will you help them by donating or volunteering?
Frankie was surrendered to us as he was too big and strong for his elderly family. He has been to dog parks and did well except for one encounter with one dog. On walks he would pull and bark at other dogs, but we are unsure if that's because he wanted to meet them or not. When the grandchildren came to visit he did well and would actually become depressed when they left. He does require training as he has never been to training. Training is absolutely a must as it teaches good manners, obedience and creates a bond with his new family.
Updates:Wow, this has sure been an action packed couple of days! My Mommy and Daddy couldn't handle a big fellow like me so they brought me to something called a rescue and that sure is how I feel. I went home with a lady that I've become quite attached to, and she makes me feel safe, which I needed and didn't even know it. She's introduced me to her fur babies and I sure do like to play with her dogs. She says I'm a sweet baby in a big fuzzy bear costume! I've also gotten a bath and blow out, which I didn't like very much, but she told me I was a very good boy during it, so that's cool! She took me to the vet for a checkup and they loved me there, I was scared but I just tried to hide. I like squeaky toys, frisbees and treats, especially the treats - which I take very gently! I can "come" and "sit" but I will need a lot more training because I'm still a baby! Do you think you could handle the training for a big strong puppy like me? I'd really love to make some new friends!
