Adopted MAGSR Dogs
These are the most recent MAGSR adoptions. Dogs adopted prior to 2016 can be found here.
Aria
ADOPTED 05/06/2018!
Good With Kids: Yes
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Aria and her sister Allie came to us from a shelter where they had been surrendered. We are told that mom is a purebred GSD and dad is purebred Lab. At 16 weeks old both girls have a whole lot to learn. It is never too soon to start basic obedience training, as socialization with other dogs and people is very important, along with learning good puppy manners. Puppies will chew things, have accidents, get into things and have lots of energy, so please be sure you have the time and patience it takes to raise a puppy.
Updates:Aria is settling well in her foster home. She is very affectionate, sweet, and playful. Aria will easily crawl up into your lap and cuddle next to you. Belly rubs are the best. She is responding well to housebreaking and enjoys hanging out with her family, including the resident cats. She is very friendly and her foster mom is working on her manners when she gets excited meeting new people. Aria is a gem, so don't miss out on meeting her.
Samson
ADOPTED 05/06/2018!
Good With Kids: Yes
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Samson came to us as an owner surrender. Unfortunately his former family have their hands very full with medical needs, this left Samson home alone for too long. He was very much loved and well cared for. He is now looking for a new family, one that will love and care for him as much as his last family has. Samson is a stunning, all white male GSD. In his previous home he lived with young children and another male GSD. Samson is a very smart boy, he can open doors using his mouth to turn the knobs, he can open a gate latch and knows how to get out of a wire crate. He does need some basic obedience training, not only will this help him learn good manners, but it will also help to create a bond with his new family. He enjoys spending as much as time as possible with his family.
Onyx
ADOPTED 05/05/2018!
Good With Kids: Yes
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Onyx was adopted from us as 9 month old puppy. She had lived with her adoptive family for just over 4 years. Onyx had a run in with the neighbors small dogs so her adopters decided to return her. Knowing that Onyx would be housed at the kennel, as we have no available foster homes without dogs, they still decided that was the best place for her. I can't imagine that Onyx thinks being a kennel away from her family is the best place for her. At this time we do not know if Onyx is good with larger dogs as she has just been returned to us. We are giving her time to adjust to losing her family and her home, once we feel she has settled in we will do proper dog introductions. Onyx is very sweet with people, although a little cautious at first meeting them. She lived with children in her prior home. Onyx doesn't deserve what her family did to her, with proper containment, making sure she is not able to escape open doors and with training things could have been worked out.
Solomon
ADOPTED 05/05/2018!
Good With Kids: Yes
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Solomon came to us as an owner surrender. Unfortunately his former family have their hands very full with medical needs, this left Solomon home alone for too long. He was very much loved and well cared for. He is now looking for a new family, one that will love and care for him as much as his last family has. Solomon is a stunning, large, all black male with the shiniest coat. In his previous home he lived with young children and another male GSD. He does need some basic obedience training, not only will this help him learn good manners, but it will also help to create a bond with his new family.
Updates:The past six months with Solomon have been an absolute blessing. Him and our female German Shepherd could not be a better match and are always together. Where one is, you will see the other. Solomon completed his beginner class through Dauntless and is currently half way through intermediate. He absolutely loves playing fetch, taking naps, chasing his sister female shepherd through the house, and laying with his person. He walks right in his crate and when we are in our room will just hang out in there.
Solomon is absolutely in love with our god children. When they come over he loves playing the game Tag with them. He is very gentle with them and will lay with them or run with them throughout the house.
He has been the perfect addition to the family. I am getting emotional typing this as I am thinking to myself “who really saved who?”
All the best-
Kate and Tyler Coburn
Allie
ADOPTED 05/03/2018!
Good With Kids: Yes
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Allie and her sister Aria came to us from a shelter where they had been surrendered. We are told that mom is a purebred GSD and dad is purebred Lab. At 16 weeks old both girls have a whole lot to learn. It is never too soon to start basic obedience training, as socialization with other dogs and people is very important, along with learning good puppy manners. Puppies will chew things, have accidents, get into things and have lots of energy, so please be sure you have the time and patience it takes to raise a puppy.
Updates:Allie is doing great in her foster home. She is definitely a puppy. Allie loves the resident children and follows them around. When she gets excited, she will jump but she is easily corrected. Allie is working on housebreaking and has been getting the idea about going outside. She enjoys chewing her bone and doesn't mind her crate. If you are looking for a fun, a loving puppy like Allie is for you.
Allie has settled right in to her foster home. She is a playful puppy that is always looking for praise. For Allie praise is better than a treat. Praise is working really well on her house breaking and she rarely has an accident in the house. Allie loves to play with the resident dogs and curl up to snuggle with the resident children. If you want a puppy to raise to be your very own Allie is your girl!
Sapphire
ADOPTED 05/01/2018!
Good With Kids: Yes
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Sapphire made her way to us from a shelter where she had been surrendered by her former owners. They had told the shelter that she was good with children, dogs and cats. She is in a foster living with young children and another GSD and getting along well. We have not had her around cats. She is a young, energetic girl that has had no training or guidance. She's very trainable, she pays attention to her handler and is responsive to both food and praise. A good training program, guidance from her family and exercise to burn off some that puppy energy are in order for beautiful Sapphire.
Missy
ADOPTED 04/29/2018!
Good With Kids: Unknown
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Missy was found tied to a tree, no one ever came for her. The person that found her took very good care of her and was hoping to make her part of their family. Unfortunately Missy and the resident small dog were not compatible. Wanting Missy to have the best chance at finding a good family she was surrendered to us. She is young, energetic and has a lot to learn. Training of course will help Missy learn what is expected of her, good canine manners and build a bond with her new family.
Kadian
ADOPTED 04/23/2018!
Good With Kids: Yes
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Kadian came to us a surrender, as her former person was not in the position to care for or keep her. At 14 weeks old she has a whole lot to learn. It is never too soon to start basic obedience training, as socialization with other dogs and people is very important, along with learning good puppy manners. Puppies will chew things, have accidents, get into things and have lots of energy, so please be sure you have the time and patience it takes to raise a puppy. Adopting a puppy is a commitment for their lifetime.
Mally
ADOPTED 04/22/2018!
Good With Kids: Unknown
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Mally was surrendered to us as her elderly caregivers were moving and could not keep her. She has not had any training or guidance, nor has she been exposed to the world around her. She will need a family who will commit to training to help her build her confidence and of course to learn good canine manners. It is important that Mally has ongoing socialization and is introduced to the sounds, sights and smells of the world. It is her families job to guide her, work with her daily, provide lots of playtime, exercise, love and care.
Updates:Mally is settling in to her foster home. She is housetrained and very responsive to "No" verbal commands. Mally is young, so she does good exercising with her foster. Mally is excellent with her human and warms up to other dogs and strangers - she likes to take things at her own pace and be introduced slowly so she's comfortable. Mally may do better in a lower key and less chaotic home and is very excited as she waits for her furever family. Could that family be yours?
Merlin
ADOPTED 04/21/2018!
Good With Kids: Unknown
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Merlin was surrendered as he kept escaping the yard with a 4 foot fence, suggested ways of keeping him contained were not implemented. He had been with his family for 5 years and deserved more than to be given away. As Merlin is new to us we are just getting to know him. He lived with another dog in his prior home. Right now he is confused and somewhat anxious with the changes in his life. He does require training to help him with good canine manners and to learn what is expected of him. Training is a great way to start the bonding process with a new family.
Mocha
ADOPTED 04/18/2018!
Good With Kids: Yes
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Mocha was adopted through our rescue when she was just 16 weeks old. She has lived with her adopters for the last 6 years. After 6 years they decided to return her because they could not contain her in their yard with a 4 foot fence. Instead of correcting the problem or supervising her while she was out she was returned, leaving the only family she has known. Mocha deserved better than this, along with a lifetime commitment. She is such a well behaved sweet girl, she gets along well with other dogs. Mocha is now looking for a family who will commit to her for her lifetime.
Nikia
ADOPTED 04/15/2018!
Good With Kids: Yes
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Nikia was found as a stray and ended up in a shelter. She is a beautiful, well behaved older girl, past the antics of a younger dog. She would be happy hanging with her family, going for strolls and being loved.
Updates:Nikia is settling in great to her foster home. Her foster parents report that Nikia is a delighful dog. She loves to ride in the car and just look out the window. She walks beautifully on a leash with minimal correction ("back") to keep her from walking out front and pulling. Nikia doesn't lunge or bark at people, other dogs, or anything else - just perks her ears up and shows interest but stays quietly by handler's side. Nikia is calm around small children - she perks perked up her ears and sits nicely to watch. Nikia loves tennis balls and tends to hoard them, so attention to taking those away when not supervised is necessary. Nikia likes bully sticks too. Nikia will only play with a toy if it is specifically given to her for play. Nikia stays off the furniture unless given permission. Nikia follows her humans around the house. If Nikia sounds like a good fit for your family, ask to meet her today.
Nikia's playful nature is coming out now that she is getting more secure in her environment. She loves to ride in the car and go for walks and loves to play.
She knows some basic obedience commands and is quite food motivated.
Crate trained. Goes right into the crate to eat and when she wants some down time. She waits patiently by the front door and pants or softly whines when she needs to go out to relieve herself.
She comes when called when she is off leash. She is very social and friendly but never jumps up on people. When she is really excited she does these little leaps in the air but not onto anyone or anything, just leaps a little bit in her own space.
She is very teachable. Has already learned "back" when I want her to get behind me so I can go out the door first.
Brixx
ADOPTED 04/12/2018!
Good With Kids: Unknown
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Brixx found himself in a shelter as a stray so we have no history on him. He is somewhat shy at first, but he is friendly. He is good with other dogs. Brixx would love a family of his own who will commit to him for his lifetime.
Updates:Brixx is settling in nicely in his foster home. He is a very dedicated and sweet dog - he seems to love people. Brixx loves attention, does good with basic commands, and is housebroken. He likes to lay at your feet. Brixx will make a very good, loyal pet for somebody or a family. Ask to meet Brixx today!
Ralph
ADOPTED 04/11/2018!
Good With Kids: Yes
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Ralph came to rescue when he was a 6 month old puppy, all cuddly and cute. Of course being a puppy lots of people were interested in adopting him. His family adopted in 2016 and sadly returned him as he is no longer the cute puppy they adopted. Yes, we see this far too much, people getting puppies but once they are grown adults the puppy cuteness has worn off and they are surrendering the dogs through no fault of the dog. While Ralph is no longer a puppy, he is a still a very handsome and loving young boy. Ralph lived in a home with a toddler and did well. He has had no obedience training, so his leash walking skills need improvement. He enjoys being near people receiving attention. He's a sweet boy that just needs some structure and training to make him the perfect little love-bug! Ralph is looking for a family who will commit to him for his lifetime.
Updates:Ralph is doing really well in his foster home. His humans are working on obedience commands with him and he's doing really well. He is learning that as much as he loves to meet new people, it's not polite to jump. He loves to play and dig in the back yard with his foster sister. He's very alert and can hear his foster dad move his chair in the house on another floor which means that it's "Ralph's time" for attention. If Ralph sounds like he could be a good fit for you, please ask to meet him soon.
Ralph is a very well behaved and tolerant gentleman. His sit, stay, down are coming around nicely and his leash manners are good. Ralph is a lovable nut and he's improving all the time.
Wiley
ADOPTED 04/09/2018!
Good With Kids: Yes
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Wiley was found in a trash bag on the side of the road when he was approximately 8 weeks old. Since then he has been passed around from person to person and not always having the best of care. Thankfully the last person who he was given to reached out to us so that Wiley would have the best chance at finding a loving and caring family. Wiley had a vet visit today for his vaccines and check up, he received a clean bill of health, just needs to gain some weight. He is now in a loving foster home enjoying the comforts of a home, toys, treats and good nutrition.
Boyka
ADOPTED 04/09/2018!
Good With Kids: Yes
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Boyka was surrendered to us as his former person was very busy with his graduate studies. He knew that Boyka needed more time and attention then he could give him. Boyka is very well behaved for a 7 month old puppy, he is housebroken and crate trained. He will whine and bark when first going into his crate but will settle. He absolutely loves the company of other dogs, both males and females, he wants to be near them all of the time. He is currently in a foster home with another GSD and Boxer, both are seniors and he does so well with them. He does have a lot of puppy energy, he enjoys going for walks, playing and running in the yard and a good game of keep away is a lot of fun. He does not have perfect leash manners, but they aren't bad for a dog of his age. He is a sponge and soaking up everything his foster mom is teaching him. He has met children of varying ages and did well, but he does not take treats gently and his energy level may be too much for little ones. Boyka is very ready for a good training program and a new forever family.
Clarke
ADOPTED 04/08/2018!
Good With Kids: Unknown
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Clark is a handsome German Shepherd puppy who is approx.10 mos. old. Clark was rescued from a bad situation, his owner died and the other relatives threw him out to fend for himself. Despite his size he is still a puppy - happy, inquisitive, and wanting to please, but also needing guidance and patience from his new family. .Clark will need the full range of obedience training classes to help him be the best grown-up dog he can be. Training will also allow Clark to form a bond with his new family. This boy has been through a lot in his short life but is now ready to find a new home and a new family to love.
Updates:Clarke is a wonderful dog and very friendly. Sadly, sweet Clarke tested heartworm positive when seen by a MAGSR vet. He obviously was not started early on monthly Heartworm Preventatives which would have protected him. MAGSR will make sure Clarke gets the treatment he needs to rid his body of Heartworms so that he may enjoy many more years of life. Treatment is expensive but Clarke is certainly worth the cost. Donations towards his treatment would be greatly appreciated – this would also help us save other dogs with medical needs.
Clarke is a happy-go-lucky pup who has settled nicely into his foster home. As a young energetic pup, he has made a lot of progress with a little leadership and consistency. Although it seems that Clarke has had little experience on a leash or with training, this intelligent boy is quickly picking up on new skills. Clarke is learning sit, down, heel, and watch. His foster family reports that this treat motivated boy is always happy to learn a new skill particularly, if a training treat is involved. Clarke has begun some basic training but will definitely need to attend formal training with his forever family. Training will not only help Clarke bond with his new family but, it will also provide him with the guidance needed to address puppy behaviors such as mouthing and jumping.
Due to his heartworm positive status, Clarke isn't able to run and play the way a young dog typically would at this time. However, Clarke is handling his restrictions like a champ. He is very well behaved in the crate and is making great progress with housebreaking. Having learned the joy of a good bone, a few comfortable blankets and a strong chew toy, Clarke seems unfazed by his current circumstance. Although Clarke will need to take it easy for a couple months as he undergoes heartworm treatment, he can't wait to find his forever family!
Luna
ADOPTED 04/08/2018!
Good With Kids: Unknown
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Luna came to us from a shelter so we have no history on her. We do know that it looks as though she has had multiple litters. Well her mom days are now over. It is her time to shine as a family pet. She is as sweet as can be with everyone she meets, a well behaved girl.
Diesel
ADOPTED 04/07/2018!
Good With Kids: Yes, older kids
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Diesel was surrendered to a shelter when his family moved and could not take him with them. Diesel can take a bit of time to feel comfortable with new people, he just likes a slow approach. Once you have given him time he bonds quickly, especially with women. He enjoys being out for walks and play time, he is good with other dogs and enjoys spending time with his family. This very handsome boy is looking for a family who will commit to him for his lifetime. Training is a must as it will help Diesel build confidence. He requires a leader so that he can feel comfortable.
Updates: Hi guys, Diesel here! I wanted to tell you how much better I am doing now that I am in a foster home. The kennel made me feel insecure and nervous but now I'm feeling much more confident and love to play fetch. I'll even drop the ball for you on command. My foster mom says I already know some basic obedience such as heel, sit, stay, down, and crate. Speaking of my crate,I am the perfect gentleman in it and will go in on command, it's my space and I'm good with that a l thought I probably can be trusted free to roam but foster mom has not tested that out yet. I still take a little time to warm up to new people but once I know you I'm your shadow and welcome belly rubs and will nuzzle you with my head and crawl between your legs for attention. I can be protective of my handler and the home but with proper guidance I will follow your lead. I am not a couch potato so taking me for plenty of walks and allowing me to run around to expend energy is a must. I've proven to my foster mom how smart I am with this thing where she hides treats in a puzzle and I have to use my nose to open different compartments, boy is that a lot of fun! Some of my favorite things are Kong squeaky balls, bully sticks, and tug toys. Foster mom tells me what a wonderful boy I am and that my forever family is out there somewhere, could that be you?! Dax
ADOPTED 04/06/2018!
Good With Kids: Unknown
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Dax is a very handsome and big boy. He came to us from a shelter so we have no history for him. He is very friendly with people and enjoys spending time with them. He has done well with other dogs, although he will react to other dogs that bark at him. He would probably do best with a submissive dog, but one that enjoys playtime. He has a more laid back personality, such a wonderful boy.
Updates:Dax is settling in great in his foster home. He’s mellow and does well free in the house – Dax is a very large boy, so he needs a rather large crate. Dax is very strong and big. Dax rides well and is very attentively curious about wildlife (squirrels, geese birds, etc.) and all seem new to him, so he may not have been a country dog in the past. Dax seems to have had some obedience training, but needs to sharpen his skills. Dax loves to snuggle up to his foster mom and dad and likes his chill out and quiet time. Dax is a dog with tremendous potential. If this big loveable boy seems like the perfect fit for your family, ask to meet Dax today!