Adopted MAGSR Dogs
These are the most recent MAGSR adoptions. Dogs adopted prior to 2016 can be found here.
Serena
ADOPTED 09/11/2023!
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?
The Kentucky Six - Diego, Champ, Serena, Peanut, Evie, and Yogi - are cruelty and neglect survivors. Living in inhumane conditions, starved, and used as breeding stock, the Kentucky Six managed to make it off the property alive when the right people heard about their conditions and got the authorities involved. All six dogs were confiscated and brought to a shelter where they waited for the chance to find kind and loving families of their very own. Although shelter staff worked hard to make sure that all six dogs began getting the care and attention they deserved, they recognized that with shelters at capacity and adoptions limited, these six precious souls may not have the chance to find their forever families. They began working with local groups and started networking the dogs in hopes that rescue placement would be found. Fortunately, their message made its way to MAGSR. Our incredible team knew that this group of dogs was very special, so we began putting plans in place to welcome the Kentucky Six to the MAGSR family.
Although Serena's life was filled with endless challenges and suffering prior to her confiscation, she remains loving, affectionate, and energetic. With a sweet and bouncy personality, Serena does well with a calm and confident handler. Having been starved, Serean is still learning that regular meals and kindness will now be part of her daily routine. She can be a little over excited with food and is learning to take it gently. Although she has endured a lot of suffering in her short life, Serena's demeanor remains outgoing and lovable. Sometimes we are simply astonished by the resilience of dogs that have been through so much trauma but are still friendly and interactive. As is true of all shepherds, Serena will thrive when provided with structure, routine, and leadership. In many ways she is still in the beginning stages of her new life. She will need time to adjust to new people, environments, and expectations. However, given patience and opportunities to learn, we are sure that Serena will continue to discover the joys of being a beloved member of a family. We do not know if Serena has had much experience living in a household. Clear rules and boundaries will help her settle into her new home. Training will also go a long way for this lovely lady. Not only will training help Serena develop a strong, healthy bond with her forever family, but it will also help her develop into a good canine citizen.
Unfortunately, we have learned that all of the Kentucky Six are heartworm positive. This could have easily been avoided with a monthly heartworm preventative. Serena's treatment has begun. However, she will need a few months to complete the entirety of her treatment. Although heartworm treatment is expensive, MAGSR will cover the entire cost of Serena's medical treatment. Please consider donating
to Serena's care as it will not only help her continue to move forward, but it will also help us continue to welcome dogs with medical needs. Serena is looking for a forever family that will cherish her for a lifetime. If this lovable girl sounds like the right match for your household, ask to meet her today!
Today marks week 2 with Serena.
She is adjusting very well to house life and it seems like she’s enjoying it.
This week we let her off leash in the house and the back yard which has helped her get used to the house even more. She is a Velcro dog, so she’s usually right where I am anyway.
We have had no accidents this week! She is also understanding her crate is her space. She goes in there during the day sometimes to nap and takes toys in there.
We introduced some inside toys this week and she was a huge fan. She does eat toys that are more like stuffed animals. More heavy duty German shepherd toys are recommended for her.
We took her to a pool yesterday and it didn’t seem like she was a big fan. I think she’s just cautious when experiencing new things. She did swim a bit. I’ll send a few pictures of that in a separate email.
She seems to prefer being inside the house. She loves to play wrestle, chase and be chased with her foster brother murphy. All games that are better to be played outside but since she prefers the inside we have been playing them inside more than last week.
She is a very sweet and cuddly girl. She loves pets, giving doggie hugs, giving bear hugs and kisses.
We have discovered windows and mirrors and we are big fans.
She is good with sit, down and paw. She does then great when she knows we are training but sometimes when alot is going in or she excited, it takes a few times to get those commands still.
We also had a teeth brushing this week. She was a trooper. She’s got some brown stuff on some back teeth and I scrubbed it but it’s still there. We’ll keep working on the teeth brushing. I also gave her a minty which is an off brand greenie for teeth cleaning.
She’s a morning dog. Likes to wake up early and then is ready for a nap around 10 am. She also gets more energy during the evenings and then is ready to sleep around 9 pm.
We took her to Dog Days in the Park and she did really well meeting people and even some dogs that came up to her. There were many little children saying hi to her as well and she did very well with them as well.
We took Serena to my grandmothers on the bay for a party. She was indifferent to the sand but enjoyed walking in the water. She didn’t want to swim or fetch in the water but walking around was just fine. She was very well behaved and polite meeting all the guests.
Serena gets very excited when we get her “dressed” to leave the house with her leash.
Yesterday we took her over a friends house where she played very well with their small dog. She also met turkeys but the turkeys were caged - very exciting anyway.
She is doing well with “come” and her name.
Everyone that meets her instantly falls in love with her. She is the sweetest, most lovable girl ever. In the morning she will walk up to my side of the bed and rest her head on me for morning head snuggles. It is the cutest.
She was helping me pull some weeds in the garden this week and we discovered she likes tomatoes. I have caught her several times laying in a shady part of the garden just eating tomatoes off the vine. She is also a fan of apples and she loves carrots. I usually give her a carrot in her crate if I need to go to the store and she’s very happy.
She gets zoomies in the morning and evening. She is fast as lightening racing around the backyard.
Her go to sound for communication is whining. She won’t bark at you but she’ll whine if she needs something.
Sandy
ADOPTED 09/09/2023!
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?
Gentle Sandy was picked up as a stray and brought to a busy shelter in the south. Upon intake it was highly apparent that something was not right. Sandy was struggling to stand up and was clearly in pain on his right back leg. Recognizing that this guy needed help, shelter staff had Sandy evaluated by a vet who diagnosed Sandy with a right femoral fracture. Although they began providing this sweet guy with pain medication, the shelter did not have the resources to surgically repair Sandy's leg. With limited options available, Sandy was placed on the list for euthanasia. At the same time, a rescue plea was sent out to see if someone could help Sandy move forward. MAGSR answered that call with the help of a few incredible people. Together we were able to pull Sandy from the shelter just before he ran out of time.
Sandy is a friendly, social, and affectionate guy. Although we know he is in a lot of pain, he continues to bring joy to those around him and seek out affection. Known to have a gentle and dainty play style, Sandy enjoys the company of other dogs. However, he will be on restriction while he heals. We do not know much about Sandy's past, but we do know that his future is bright. Currently, Sandy is living with one of our amazing vetting partners in the south. Having arrived with a severe whipworm infestation, an upper respiratory infection, and a fractured femur, Sandy's vet's are working hard to make sure he has everything he needs to move forward comfortably. Every day Sandy gets a little stronger. His surgical repair is scheduled and we are hoping that he breezes through recovery. Sandy will need a little time to heal; however, he will be looking for his forever family soon. If Sandy sounds like the right match for your household, ask about him today!
Updates:Over the last two months Sandy has made huge strides. This handsome guy has a lot of personality in a fluffy package. Intelligent, energetic, and charismatic, Sandy has easily won over the hearts of everyone he has met. With an incredible vetting team supporting him every step of the way, Sandy has healed nicely and is ready to find his forever home. As his medical needs have been addressed, Sandy moved in with a foster family who is helping him learn the ins and outs of living in a home. He is already crate trained and is very close to being house broken. With an endless love for treats, Sandy is happy to learn new skills and enjoys his rewards.
Having discovered that people can be kind and affectionate, Sandy loves to snuggle up to his people for a nice chin scratch and a belly rub. In many ways, this goofy guy thinks he is a lap dog and should be touching his people most of the time. With an unending love of toys, Sandy is happy to play with someone or entertain himself. Plush toys, squeaky toys, tough toys, and a jolly ball are all exciting options when it comes to playtime. Sandy is also a big fan of deer antlers and elk horns. He will happily chew on them for hours. Sandy is looking for an active family that loves to play. If this handsome guy sounds like the right match for your family, ask to meet him today!
Happy-go-lucky Sandy is one of the most joyful boys his foster family has ever met. He wakes up with a smile every day and stays that way until he goes to bed at night. This incredible guy must have been created to share happiness with everyone he meets. He certainly is good at his job.
Sandy met one of our incredible training partners a little over a month ago. His enthusiasm for life immediately captured their hearts. So, to help him on his journey, they offered to train Sandy for MAGSR. This lucky guy spent four weeks at a board and train program learning all the basics - sit, down, place, heel, etc. No surprise, Sandy enjoyed every minute of his stay and has come back to his foster family with several new skills. Having participated in a training program that would typically cost $3,000, Sandy is a lucky guy. His forever family will also benefit from lifetime support with his trainer. As Sandy settles back into his foster home, he is practicing his new skills daily. Daily exercise for Sandy's mind and body are critical to his success. Once exercised, Sandy loves to snuggle in for some cuddles. This incredible guy can't wait to find his forever family. Could that be with you?
Although Sandy will need to review basic training with his forever family, he comes with a lifetime of training support from his team.
Lassie
ADOPTED 09/08/2023!
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?
Lovely Lassie was originally purchased from a breeder in the south with the intention of potentially breeding her. However, as time passed, her family decided that this was too much for them. Unfortunately, with busy schedules and other things to attend to, Lassie was too often left without the attention and care she deserved too. Luckily, one member of the family adored this lovely girl and kept an eye on her. She made sure to visit and work with Lassie as often as possible. Although she loved Lassie, she knew that this such a special girl deserved so much more. When she reached out to MAGSR for help, we immediately started working with our team to welcome Lassie to the family.
Lassie is a stunning lady. Having been brought up around people of all ages, she is good with a variety of people. However, due to a lack of socialization it can take her a little time to warm up to new people. Once comfortable she is affectionate and playful. Lassie really enjoys playing with kids. Although Lassie is good with large dogs, she is not a big fan of cats or small dogs. Having lived in a home, Lassie already knows many of the ins and outs of living with a family. She is crate trained and housebroken. However, as is true of any new dog, Lassie will need time to adjust to the structure and routines of her forever home. Food motivated, Lassie is excited to start training and is planning on being the star of the class. Training is critical as it will not only provide her with the opportunity to develop a healthy bond with her new family, but it will also help her develop into a good canine citizen. Lassie is looking for a forever family that will enjoy her playful personality and affectionate mannerisms. Could that family be with you?
Jasmine
ADOPTED 09/03/2023!
Good With Kids: Likely
I've been adopted, thanks to MAGSR but so many more dogs need their help. Will you help them by donating or volunteering?
Sweet Jasmine was absolutely adored by her family. They had put forth plans to ensure that she met with success. However, due to a sudden, unexpected change in their lives, they were no longer able to continue to care for Jasmine. Knowing that this little bundle of joy deserved every opportunity to move forward with love and stability, they made the difficult decision to surrender her. MAGSR promised Jasmine's family that we would find her an amazing family that would love her for a lifetime.
Jasmine is a playful, interactive, and joyful puppy. It is beyond evident that her family did everything they could to make sure she was well socialized. She enjoys the company of people and animals. Having lived in a loving and committed household, Jasmine has also already begun to learn the ins and outs of living in a home. Although she is doing an incredible job, some grace will be needed as she adjusts to the rules and routines of her new family. As Jasmine moves forward, it is critical that her forever family takes her to training. Not only will training help Jasmine develop a strong and healthy bond with her forever family, but it will also help her grow into a stable and confident adult shepherd.
Although Jasmine is an absolute doll, please remember that puppies are a lot of work. Puppies will whine, chew, have accidents, and fill your home with endless puppy antics. With time, training, and patience, we know that Jasmine will develop into an amazing adult shepherd. If this girl sounds like the right match for your household, ask to meet her today!
Major
ADOPTED 08/30/2023!
Good With Kids: Likely
I've been adopted, thanks to MAGSR but so many more dogs need their help. Will you help them by donating or volunteering?
Major was surrendered to the rescue when his family could no longer provide him with the time, attention, and care that they knew he deserved. Recognizing that Major would thrive in a household that could meet the needs of a young shepherd, they surrendered him to our care. We promised that we would find Major the perfect match so that he could move forward.
Major is a stunning and intelligent guy. Young, playful, and energetic, he is looking for a family that will help him meet with success. Major's family will need to provide him with daily exercise for both his mind and his body. This will help him burn some of his puppy-like energy as well as help him use his mind productively. As is true of all shepherds, Major is looking for a forever family that will provide him with the structure, routine, and leadership that he needs to thrive. Training will go a long way with this boy. Not only will training help him develop a strong and healthy bond with his family, but it will also help him grow into a stable and confident adult. Having spent most of his life living outside, Major's new family will have to teach him what it is to live in a home. He is housebroken and we are working on crate training However, as is true of any new dog, he will need time to adjust to the rules and expectations of his forever family. Major is looking for a forever family that will commit to him for a lifetime. If this amazing guy sounds like the right match for your household, ask to meet him today.
