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Sky

Adopted: 11/27/2025!

Gender: Male

Breed: German Shepherd Dog

Approximate Age: 21 weeks

Color: Black & Tan

Current Size: 36 lb

Ideal/Potential Size: Large

Housebroken: No, I'm a puppy!

Obedience Trained: No, I'm a puppy!

Living with: Foster

History: Owner Surrender

Good with Kids: Likely

Good with Cats: Likely

Other Dogs OK: Likely

Description

Not all babies are born into loving homes where they have everything they need to thrive. Some start off well but things go south as they get a little older. It seems likely that Sky is one of those babies who knew kindness early on, but was abandoned as he got a little older. Fortunately, a kind person made sure he was brought to the safety of MAGSR, where they knew he would find a safe and loving forever home and a life filled with love. 

Sky is clearly a handsome young pup. A sweet boy who loves attention and playtime, this baby easily wins over the hearts of everyone he meets. With a solid understanding of toys and a zest for life, Sky fills his days with playtime, people time, doggy interactions, and endless cuddles. He is hoping his forever family will give him plenty of opportunities to continue to socialize. This is critical to his success as an adult GSD. Living with one of our amazing foster families, Sky is learning all about the joys of living in a loving home. He is crate training well and sleeps solidly through the night. He is also housebreaking beautifully and has very few accidents at this point. With a little more time and training, we know this boy is going to meet with success. 

Although Sky is beyond adorable, please remember that puppies are a lot of work. They will whine, chew, have accidents, and fill your home with endless puppy antics. With time, patience, training, and leadership, we know that Sky will develop into an amazing adult dog. He is already learning so much! If your household is looking for a smart, playful boy, who loves a good snuggle, ask your adoptions team to meet Sky today!

The information provided is the best information we have on the dogs. MAGSR makes no explicit or implicit guarantees regarding the temperament of the dogs or the information included in the profile. | MAGSR ID: 16936

Cheon Doong

Adopted: 11/17/2025!

Gender: Male

Breed: German Shepherd Dog

Approximate Age: 7 Years

Color: Black & Tan

Current Size: 61 lbs

Ideal/Potential Size:

Housebroken: Yes

Obedience Trained: Working on it

Living with: Foster

History: Owner Surrender

Good with Kids: Likely

Good with Cats: Unknown

Other Dogs OK: Likely

Description

Cheon Doong, which means Thunder in Korean, is a stunning, soulful 7-year-old German Shepherd whose heart is as big as his paws. Deeply devoted and endlessly affectionate, he was once the cherished companion of a loving dad—his whole world. When his person passed away unexpectedly, Cheon Doong found himself confused and grieving. But his family knew one thing for certain: their loved one would want his loyal shadow to be safe, happy, and loved again. That’s when MAGSR stepped in. Now part of the MAGSR family, Cheon Doong is looking for a new chapter—a soft place to land and a heart to call home.

Cheon Doong is a gentle, patient, and incredibly loving dog who thrives on connection. He’s especially affectionate with women and children, always adapting his energy to be gentle and calm. Whether it’s quietly resting his head in your lap or following you from room to room, Cheon Doong just wants to be near the people he loves. Despite his size, he’s remarkably respectful—no pushiness, no guarding, no chaos—just steady companionship and soft eyes that say, “I’m here for you.”

Having lived in a caring home, Cheon Doong comes with an impressive foundation. In addition to being housebroken and crate trained, Cheon Doong is also well-mannered around food. Clearly socialized with other dogs, he has a polite manner around other dogs and has even lived with a small dog. His greatest strength is likely his understanding of the needs of children. 

Typical of the breed, Cheon Doong is a sensitive soul who does best with calm leadership and a steady routine. He may experience separation anxiety and can get nervous in stressful situations like vet visits, but he responds beautifully to reassurance and consistency. Cheon Doong is still mastering leash skills and can be strong in exciting environments. His ideal family will understand the needs of large-breed dogs and offer the structure, routine, and continued training he needs to thrive. As a mature gentleman, Cheon Doong doesn’t require an overly active household—just one that will include him in daily life, provide him with love and purpose, and understand that adjusting to a new home takes time and patience. With the right match, Cheon Doong will find purpose and companionship. He is a loyal, loving dog who wants to belong again. Cheon Doong is ready to give his heart to someone new. All he needs is a family who sees him not as a project, but as a partner.

If you’re looking for a calm, affectionate, and devoted companion who will reward your love with lifelong loyalty, Cheon Doong may be your perfect match. Ask to meet him today and help this gentle thunder find the quiet, loving home he so deeply deserves.

Updates:
When Cheon Doong first arrived, he was understandably very nervous. He was also quite anxious around the leash and especially the prong collar. Just seeing them would trigger panic. We’ve been working slowly on desensitizing him, and he has made a lot of progress in just one week. He still has big feelings when touched around his collar or when he sees a leash, but he works through his fears more quickly now and is able to start his walks. We began with pack walks to help ease his anxiety, and now he gets excited when it’s time for a walk, whether solo or with the pack. We are continuing to work on his leash manners as he can be a bit strong sometimes, but he is getting better by the day. He’s really enjoying exploring the neighborhood and is settling into a nice routine. He’s done well with our other two dogs, though we’re being cautious about their interactions since Cheon is eager for attention and we want to avoid creating a jealous dynamic. He’s a very smart boy and clearly has had some training before. He understands commands in both English and Korean, including sit, stay, down, and paw, though Korean does seem to be his language of choice. We’ve also started working on touch, place, and settle (in English). He’s very food motivated, which makes training fun for him and us. Cheon is a great car passenger. He easily gets in/out of the car, and gets a big goofy smile when we let him stick his head out of the window to take in all the smells. He’s doing well in his crate, and overall he’s proving to be a really good dog. He has the biggest brown eyes that are so expressive and yearn for pets. I’m excited to keep working with him and watching his confidence continue to grow. In terms of food, with his chicken allergy, we successfully transitioned him to the salmon-flavored Taste of the Wild kibble. He can be a little picky, so we’ve been adding toppers or a splash of beef broth to encourage him to finish his meals. , Cheon is doing great and has settled in beautifully with our two resident dogs. He loves playing with our smaller pup and shows such patience when she gets a little too energetic. He’s also very respectful and gentle with our older shepherd, always letting her take the lead. While he enjoys canine company, Cheon’s true focus is on his people. He’s an incredibly loyal and affectionate boy who loves nothing more than burying his head in our laps for neck scratches. As he started to bond with us, he did experience a bit of separation anxiety, but we worked with him over a weekend—coming and going at short intervals—and he quickly learned that we always come back. At home, Cheon has proven to be a wonderful house guest. He’s respectful of the rules, settles nicely, and seems to understand the rhythm of home life. He’s calm indoors, knows when it’s time to relax, and has great manners. Cheon has been doing wonderfully on walks. We’ve been using a harness recently since he had a small procedure on his neck (which is nearly healed now). He gets compliments everywhere we go and he might just be the most handsome dog in the neighborhood!

The information provided is the best information we have on the dogs. MAGSR makes no explicit or implicit guarantees regarding the temperament of the dogs or the information included in the profile. | MAGSR ID: 16744

Paddington

Adopted: 11/11/2025!

Gender: Female

Breed: German Shepherd Dog

Approximate Age: 1 yr

Color: Black & Tan

Current Size: 48 lbs

Ideal/Potential Size: 58 lbs

Housebroken: Yes

Obedience Trained: Working on it

Living with: Foster

History: Other Rescue

Good with Kids: Likely

Good with Cats: Unknown

Other Dogs OK: Yes, with proper introduction

Description

Precious Paddington, lovingly nicknamed Paddi, was found as a stray in the South, and with her stunning looks and social personality, everyone assumed someone was surely missing her. Local groups posted her far and wide and contacted animal services—but no one came forward. Realizing this sweet girl deserved more than uncertainty, a plea went out… and Team MAGSR answered the call. Now safe in one of our loving foster homes, Paddington is showing us every day that someone, somewhere once loved her—and we’re ready to find her that kind of love again, this time forever.

Paddington is the definition of goofy, playful, and affectionate. She loves people, adores attention, and brings joy wherever she goes. She’s still very much a puppy at heart—bouncy, athletic, and always smiling from ear to ear. She’s also incredibly toy-savvy! Paddi has a blast entertaining herself with all sorts of toys—though like many German Shepherds, she does best with durable, tough toys to match her enthusiasm.

Paddi is currently thriving in foster care where she's learning all the good habits that come with family life. She’s adjusting well to big dogs and children, and finds kids to be endlessly entertaining—though she's still working on keeping those happy paws on the ground around little ones! Already crate trained and eager to please, Paddington is developing leash manners and has learned her first command - sit. Full of puppy energy and curiosity, this fluffy pup likes to keep a close eye on everything and everyone. With daily mental and physical exercise, along with structure and routine, Paddington shines. She's responsive on leash and excited to keep learning. She’s a great candidate for continued training, which will not only help her polish her manners, but also strengthen her bond with her new family.

Paddi is looking for an active home that can keep up with her energy and engage her mind. She would thrive with a family that enjoys playtime, outdoor fun, and regular training. If you have other large dogs or respectful children, Paddington would likely fit right in. If you're looking for a bright, silly, loving pup who’s ready to fill your life with fun, snuggles, and endless tail wags, Paddington might just be your perfect match. Ask to meet her today and start the adventure of a lifetime—Paddi is ready when you are!

Updates:
Paddington is very sweet and very smart! They haven’t played together directly yet, but she’s doing great with our two dogs, Nico (yep that Nico) and Roux. We’re working through her excitement when the other dogs come in and out of the room but it’s clear she just really wants to play with them. She sleeps in her crate all night without a sound. In and out of her crate throughout the day and she typically settles down pretty quick. Yesterday she passed multiple big and small dogs on the walk in the park and did great! No barking, no GSD squeaking, and no pulling on the leash. She even got to meet two younger kids (probably around 6-7 years old) and she did great with them. She got pets and belly rubs and was loving it. , Housebroken: Yes. Plus she sleeps straight through the night with no issues.  Other dogs ok: Yes. She has played with ours and has done great. Nico is about 75lbs and Roux is 35lbs. She has not played with any super small/lap dogs yet, but she has shown no reactivity at all to them when she sees them on walks.  She has also been around our 3 chickens and has no reactivity to them since first seeing them.  She loves playing fetch and is very agile!  She is making great progress with all of her manners as well. 

The information provided is the best information we have on the dogs. MAGSR makes no explicit or implicit guarantees regarding the temperament of the dogs or the information included in the profile. | MAGSR ID: 16750

Hans

Adopted: 11/10/2025!

Gender: Male

Breed: German Shepherd Dog

Approximate Age: 16 wks

Color: Black & Tan

Current Size: 22 lbs

Ideal/Potential Size: Large

Housebroken: No, I'm a puppy!

Obedience Trained: No, I'm a puppy!

Living with: Foster

History: Other Rescue

Good with Kids: Likely

Good with Cats: Likely

Other Dogs OK: Likely

Description

Not all babies are born into loving homes where they have everything they need to thrive. Some start off well but things go south as they get a little older. It seems likely that Hans is one of those babies who knew kindness early on but was abandoned as he got a little older and left to fend for himself. Fortunately, a kind person found him and made sure he was brought to the safety of an shelter where staff could ensure he had everything he needed. Although Hans was surrounded by kindness, had daily meals, and a safe place to sleep, due to overcrowding he still wasn't ensured a safe and loving forever home. Knowing this sweetheart deserved the opportunity at a life filled with love, a rescue plea went out for help. Fortunately, team MAGSR had an opening for little Hans and was able to welcome him to the family.

Hans is beyond adorable. This little bundle of joy and happiness has quite the personality. A bit of a ham, Hans seems to enjoy people of all ages and is curious about the world around him. Still very young, Hans will need endless opportunities to socialize with new people, new places, and with new animals. This will help Hans develop the social skills needed to meet with success as an adult dog. Living with an incredible foster family, Hans is beginning to learn the ins and outs of living in a household. Crate training and housebreaking are top on the list of training activities with commands soon to follow. With a playful personality this boy should be a joy to train.

Although Hans is cute as pie, please remember that puppies are a lot of work. They will whine, chew, have accidents, and fill your home with endless puppy antics. With time, training, and patience, we know that Hans will grow into an amazing adult dog. If you are looking for a smart, loving, goofball, look no further than Hans!

The information provided is the best information we have on the dogs. MAGSR makes no explicit or implicit guarantees regarding the temperament of the dogs or the information included in the profile. | MAGSR ID: 16896

Aries

Adopted: 11/08/2025!

Gender: Male

Breed: German Shepherd Mix

Approximate Age: 5 months

Color: Black

Current Size: 36 lbs

Ideal/Potential Size: Large

Housebroken: No, I'm a puppy!

Obedience Trained: No, I'm a puppy!

Living with: Foster

History: Shelter

Good with Kids: Likely

Good with Cats: Unknown

Other Dogs OK: Likely

Description

Adorable Aries was picked up as a stray and welcomed in by another rescue. Under their care, he began getting all the love, attention, and care he needed going so that he would meet with success. When ready for adoption, they placed him with a family that had planned to love him for a lifetime. However, sometimes life doesn't go the way we hoped and Aries needed to return to rescue. As this little man was being returned in the Mid-Atlantic region, his initial rescue asked to transfer Aries into our care. With a phenomenal foster available to welcome Aries into their home, our team was able to bring Aries into the MAGSR family.

Aries is playful, full of energy, and ready to move forward. A quick learner, this boy likes to learn and enjoys the company of others. Still very young, Aries' personality is still forming. Socialization is key to his success. This little guy will need endless opportunities to learn about new people, new environments, and other animals. Although Aries is beyond adorable, please remember that puppies are a lot of work. They will whine, chew, have accidents, and fill your world with endless puppy antics. With time, training, patience, and leadership, we know that Aries will grow into an incredible dog. If this handsome guy sounds like the right match for your household, ask to meet him today!

The information provided is the best information we have on the dogs. MAGSR makes no explicit or implicit guarantees regarding the temperament of the dogs or the information included in the profile. | MAGSR ID: 16840