Adopted MAGSR Dogs
These are the most recent MAGSR adoptions. Dogs adopted prior to 2016 can be found here.
Archie
ADOPTED 10/31/2019!
Good With Kids: Yes
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Archie came to us after being confiscated for cruelty. Witnesses saw his former owner beating him with a metal baton and the police were called. Archie sustained trauma to his head, which left an open wound to his head along with a fractured frontal sinus cavity. He also has fractured teeth which are being extracted. There were old scars possibly from earlier abuse. Archie received immediate medical treatment for his injuries. Although Archie is a mix breed we could not leave him behind. We welcomed him into MAGSR with open arms as an honorary GSD. Archie is currently residing in medical care under the watchful eyes of vets. So far they have seen no deficits, and he seems to have recovered both physically and mentally from traumatic event. Archie is a fun, friendly, high energize boy. He loves to romp around and play a good game of fetch. He will require a family that can match his energy level in order for him to receive the exercise he will need. Archie is needing a family that will treat him with kindness, that will provide him with a safe and stable home, lots of love and care.
Updates:
Archie is settling right in to his foster home. The x-rays of Archie's head came back all clear and no deficits were noted from the beating. Archie had a number of teeth extracted that were fractured and not good - the vet said they had to be causing him pain. Archie loves his toys and balls and just loves for his humans to throw the balls so he can fetch and bring it back to them to throw again. He especially loves tennis balls and squeaky balls. Even though Archie was in an unhealthy relationship with his prior owner, he has bounced back and is happy, healthy, friendly & affectionate, bouncy, playful and full of tail wags. Archie is ready to meet his new fur-ever family - is that you?
Riana
ADOPTED 10/24/2019!
Good With Kids: Yes
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Riana came to us after being confiscated in a cruelty case. Another dog in the home was seen being beaten with a metal baton and the police were called. We do not know if Riana was abused, but she does have recently fractured teeth and had a cut under her eye. She is undergoing a complete exam by one of our vets and will have the fractured teeth extracted if necessary.
She has been in a foster home for a few days now and she settled right in. She is a happy, friendly girl who enjoys the company of other dogs. Riana deserves a family that will treat her with kindness, provide her with love, structure and proper care.
Updates:Riana is settling right in to her foster home. Riana had a number of teeth extracted that were fractured and not good. Riana loves to play and romp around with the resident dogs. Even though Riana was in an unhealthy relationship with her prior owner, she has bounced back and is happy, healthy, friendly & affectionate, bouncy, playful and full of tail wags. Riana is ready to meet her new fur-ever family - is that you?
Riana is proving every day to her foster parents how excellent and perfect she is. She is potty trained, crate trained, sits for attention, walks like a dream on the leash and is incredibly loving and snuggly. She is a dog who wants to please and could fit in with a wide variety of families. Riana does great with the resident dog(s) and matches in energy level and play style. She’s good in the car and in public places and is the perfect lady. Riana is living with a cat and is curious and a little confused. Riana is the sweetest girl and is looking for her fur-ever home. If your home may be a match for her, ask to meet her.
Patra
ADOPTED 10/14/2019!
Good With Kids: Older Kids Only
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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:The GA 38 arrived in MAGSR’s care in early/mid January 2019 and over the past two months, their transformation has been nothing short of amazing. These 38 broken souls knew nothing but a life of filth, hunger, and abuse. Their eyes were filled with the look of fear, emptiness and uncertainty. They cowered in the corners of their runs and tried to be as far away from humans as possible and MAGSR volunteers knew they had quite a challenge ahead to right the wrongs of their past prior to arriving in MAGSR's care. MAGSR volunteers stepped up & took on the challenge head on. And now, two months later, through the endless work of dedicated volunteers that have selflessly given their time, patience and love, these beautiful creatures have begun to meet us with tail wags, lean-ins as we walk with them, and most importantly, where once there was emptiness and fear in their eyes, it’s clear those memories have been replaced with hope and even a bit of curiosity. Their wounds have healed, their bellies are full and they have learned that all humans aren’t so bad. They are greeting us at the front of their kennel runs now eager for treats and walks. All of them have learned to walk on a leash and we are beginning some basic obedience with them such as "sit", "heel" and “watch me.” They are now used to being handled regularly for normal things such as baths, getting their weights taken, and taking their monthly preventatives. Best of all, volunteers are seeing their unique personalities and social side come out with other dogs. Just a few months ago, they were all fighting for the same food and water and ability to stay alive but today, many have completely let down their guard and are comfortable enough to engage in play and/or positively interact with other dogs. All of these dogs have shown us how intelligent and resilient they are and have made significant strides in their road of rehabilitation. They are ready for the next chapter of their journey and we hope you may be part of their story.
Leia
ADOPTED 10/13/2019!
Good With Kids: Yes
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Leia was surrendered to a shelter as her military dad was deployed overseas. She is a large very friendly girl. Leia enjoys her humans and gets along well with other dogs. She is overweight so a diet and exercise are in order. Leia has shown our volunteers that she's up for a game of fetch with a tennis ball and running around and playing with her human.
Updates:Leia is a great girl and doing well in her foster home. She is very friendly with everybody she meets. Leia needs to work on her basic commands, but she listens very well and walks well on a leash, so she's very smart and will get the basic commands down soon. Leia is very well crate trained. She's doesn't much prefer other females dogs or even small dogs, but seems to be very good with cats. Leia loves going outside and could probably use a lot of play time and running around for exercise. Leia follows her humans around the house and likes to stay near them. She loves car rides and belly rubs. She's good with baths and if there's a garden hose, she loves to play in the hose water- she's very funny to watch. If Leia sounds like a good fit for your home, ask to meet her.
Vader
ADOPTED 10/13/2019!
Good With Kids: Unknown
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Vader was surrendered to a shelter as his military dad was deployed overseas. He is a large friendly boy, enjoys his humans and gets along well with other dogs. Vader is settling into a foster home nicely.