MAGSR Females Available for Adoption
Amara
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Amara and her brother, Trigger, were beyond adored by their family. Their days were filled with playtime, seasonal adventures, and the kind of love that only a true home can offer. They knew stability, comfort, and connection. But sometimes, life delivers heartbreaking twists. When a child in the household became critically ill, their loving family did everything possible to ensure that both their human and furry loved ones were cared for. Despite their best efforts, it became clear that continuing to meet everyone’s needs long-term was no longer sustainable. With heavy hearts and incredible courage, the family made the gut-wrenching decision to seek rescue placement for their beloved dogs. It wasn’t made lightly—it was made out of deep love and an unwavering desire to do what was best for Amara and Trigger. We made them a promise: that we would find forever families who would love them just as fiercely.
Amara is a stunning and affectionate girl with a zest for life. Thanks to her previous family’s commitment and love, she comes with a solid foundation in socialization and good manners. She’s confident, kind, and eager to please. An outdoor enthusiast at heart, Amara would love a forever family who enjoys adventures—whether it's hiking trails, strolling through the neighborhood, or exploring new parks together. Her ideal day includes fresh air, fun, and time with her people.
Smart and food-motivated, Amara learns new things quickly and takes treats gently. She already has some obedience skills under her belt and is primed to thrive with continued training. Not only will training help her adjust to her new life, but it will also be a beautiful way to build a lasting bond. Amara is crate trained, housebroken, and familiar with the rhythms of living in a home. Like all new family members, she’ll need a little time and patience to settle into new routines—but she’ll pay you back tenfold in love, loyalty, and kisses.
If your family is active, loving, and ready for a loyal companion who’s equal parts beauty and brains, Amara might just be the perfect fit. She’s ready to write her next chapter—and she’s hoping it’s with you.
Chloee
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Chloee and her sister were absolutely adored by their mom. They grew up in a loving household and knew the joys of being cherished. Unfortunately, when their mom became very ill, she was unable to continue to care for the girls and had to make the heartbreaking decision to surrender them to a local shelter. Shelter staff knew these girls and their mom had been placed in an impossible situation and began working with the girls to find rescue placement. In a perfect world, we would all have a back-up option if something unthinkable were to happen. However, this is not an option in every household. The shelter was able to find Chloee's sister placement, leaving Chloee on her own. Knowing that we would want someone to step forward and help our dog, MAGSR stepped up and welcomed Chloee to the family.
Although both Chloee and her sister did very well together, they each played different roles in the relationship. Chloee was more of the alpha. She looked after the pack and ensured that everyone was safe. As a result, she can be more selective about her friends, particularly, her doggie friends. With clear boundaries and expectations, she has done well. Chloee is also shown that she is often comfortable with smaller creatures, such as cats. Having experienced a lot of change over the last month, lovely Chloee does need a little time to adjust to new people and situations. Once provided with some time and patience to adjust, Chloee has proven to be a sweet and submissive girl. She adores a good belly rub and is beyond happy to cuddle in with her people. Having lived in a home, Chloee does understand many of the ins and outs of living in a household. But, like all new dogs, she will need time to adjust to the structure, routines, and expectations of her forever family. Training will go a long way with this lady. Not only will training help Chloee build a healthy bond with her forever family, but it will also help her develop the skills needed to become a good canine citizen. Sweet Chloe is looking for a calm and comfortable forever family that will adore her for a lifetime. Could that family be you?
Cleo Grace
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Cleo Grace’s journey hasn’t been easy. She was found as a stray and brought to a local shelter, carrying the weight of a difficult past. Her ears tell part of her story—one bears the scars of chronic infection, and the other shows signs of fly strikes. But while her body carries reminders of hardship, her heart is ready for healing.
Cleo Grace is like a little seed waiting to blossom. At first, she can be shy and unsure, but once she feels safe, she leans in close and buries her head into her handler’s chest—her way of saying “thank you for keeping me safe.”
Because new experiences can overwhelm her, Cleo Grace will do best in a quiet, calm home with patient adopters who can offer gentle guidance, structure, and consistency. Keeping her safe and secure will be a top priority, as she is still considered a high flight risk due to her past. With time, trust, and encouragement, she will thrive.
She will soon begin a confidence-building training program with our rescue, where she’ll learn that people can be trusted and life can be joyful. Cleo Grace is safe now, surrounded by love and support, and we’re committed to giving her every chance to succeed.
All she needs is her forever family—the one who will nurture her, help her bloom, and finally give her the happy ending she deserves.
Cloud
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This lovely lady found herself in the care of a rescue determined to place her in a safe and loving home. That rescue later reached out for help with some of the dogs in their care, and as we all know, teamwork makes the dream work, so MAGSR didn't think twice before stepping forward to assist.
Cloud is the kind of dog who leaves an impression you won’t soon forget. With her kind eyes, sweet spirit, and gentle way of moving through the world, it’s hard not to fall in love. A sensitive soul at heart, Cloud has been through a lot and responds best to slow, soft introductions and a gentle, patient handler - someone who understands that dogs who’ve had a tough past deserve the time and space to build trust. She’ll likely need a little more decompression time than most dogs when settling into a new space, but the rewards of her trust are well worth the wait. Given that a calmer, more consistent environment will help set her up for success, this sweetheart may struggle around little kids. A charming companion, Cloud gets along well with cats and other dogs; she prefers large male dogs whose steady presence helps her feel more secure.
While she might take a moment to settle in with new people and surroundings, this affectionate girl warms up more quickly when there are treats involved. When she opens up, her bright, playful personality emerges, revealing a funny, friendly pup who’s eager to connect and explore. Whip-smart and athletic, Cloud has amazing potential, with the right guidance and continued training. Not only will additional training allow her to fine-tune her manners, it will also allow her to build and strengthen a bond with her forever family. If you’re someone who values a pup with depth, sweetness, and just the right dash of playfulness, Cloud might be your perfect match. To witness her quiet, endearing magic in person, ask to meet her today.
Cloud had a great weekend at Lake Anna. Lots of firsts for her! As expected, it took her a day to settle into her new surroundings, but she LOVED the acre of fenced in wooded yard. The deck gave her a chance to practice stairs. Her great accomplishment was successfully navigating a full flight of stairs, which is a skill she brought back with her and has been proudly displaying.
She loves to be brushed and seems fine with being pet and handled provided it is slow and gentle.
She is VERY affectionate and loving. We are working on manners as she can be a bit enthusiastic in expressing her affection. She jumps up, and anxiously paws with her strong toenails to seek attention. We are working on “all four in the floor” and “sit” to request to be pet. A gentle nose nudge is ok, too. She is a quick study and seems to be catching on.
She is warming up to other members of the family, but is definitely most comfortable with her chosen person. Slow calm movements and a serene environment are best for this sensitive girl. She routinely lets out a yelp as if she has been stepped on when someone just walks by her, even from a few feet away, or if they are carrying are object. Any fast movements or loud voices set her off as well.
Interestingly, she is a very curious girl. She was fascinated by the boats on the lake and is curious about dogs and people on our walks (we don’t engage, but praise for calm acknowledgement). When we took her down to our dock, to our surprise, Cloud jumped off into deep water and swam. She was very calm as we guided her ashore. It looked like she was new to swimming, but definitely enjoyed it as she wanted to go back in.
Tuesday will be two weeks since her arrival and she has come so far since then. When she first arrived she would squeak and pace for hours. Now, it is heartwarming to hear her flop onto the ground and let out classic GSD sighs of contentment as she settles in for a long nap :) She still has long way to go to learn to trust, but she is coming along and her sweet, playful personality is beginning to emerge. She will make someone a very lovely companion.
Update:
Update 9 July: Cloud is doing great! We are away for a “girls’ weekend” at the lake and she is loving life. It is a joy to see her relaxed and in her element. We’ve had some huge thunderstorms-real loud boomers, and she remains calm continuing to eat her dinner! If her “person” is nearby, this girl is curious and confident.
Today, she had her first visit with a non family member since she joined us and she did great! Quite the guard dog she alerted to the guest’s arrival, but quickly welcomed our visitor when I assured her they were ok to come inside. She has just about mastered “all four on the floor” even in the midst of her excitement, and she often spontaneously demonstrates her “polite sit” to be pet.
A true love bug, she is always looking to love on you. She is very much a go with the flow kind of girl, happy to relax and nap while you read, do work, or watch a movie; and just as happy to be active outside to play, go for a walk or hike. She adores the car and likes short and long rides; we are all thrilled that she knows how to jump in by herself!
Cordelia
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Stunning Cordelia was picked up as a stray and brought to a local shelter with another young female GSD - Cressida. The two girls waited patiently for families to come and claim them. However, after waiting for a month, when no one stepped forward, shelter staff began working with the girls to find amazing forever families. Although they began teaching the girls basic commands and even began working with a local trainer, GSDs often struggle in the shelter environment as they require a more stable, calm, and predictable environment. Recognizing that Cordelia and Cressida would be more successful within a breed-specific rescue, both girls were transferred into MAGSR's care. Our team made sure that both girls settled into loving foster homes where they would have everything they needed to meet with success.
Cordelia is young, interactive, and very intelligent. Clearly a true representative of the breed, this adorable girl has many typical GSD traits; she is loyal, energetic, and protective of her family. Although clearly socialized with other dogs and people prior to her arrival at the shelter, Cordelia prefers a slow introduction to new people. Once given time to adjust, she is affectionate and interactive. As Cordelia moves forward, it is critical that her forever family continue to develop her socialization skills in a controlled manner with new people and varied environments. Training will also go a long way with Cordelia. Not only will training help this girl build a strong, healthy bond with her forever family, but it will also help her develop the skills needed to become a good canine citizen. True of all shepherds, Cordelia will thrive with structure, routine, and leadership. Although we do not know much about this girl's past, we do know she has some foundation. Cordelia is already housebroken and crate trained. She enjoys the comforts of living with an incredible foster family and is quickly learning the ins and outs of living in their home. Treats are always welcome and Cordelia is happy to work for something special. However, so far she doesn't seem to understand the joys of toys. Not to worry, her foster family will continue to give her plenty of opportunities to play.
Cordelia is a young pup full of potential. If she sounds like the perfect companion for your household, ask to meet her today!
Daisy
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Delightful Daisy was originally welcomed to the MAGSR family as a puppy. She was one of Marley's Disney babies. Well socialized for such a young girl and clearly quick witted, Daisy was adopted into an amazing household that cherished this lovely girl. Although her family clearly had every intention of keeping Daisy, when an issue occurred between Daisy and the senior female dog in the household, the decision was made to return her to the MAGSR family. Surrendering a beloved member of the family is never a decision that is made lightly. Daisy's family adored her; however, they knew that she would be more successful if placed in a different home. We know this was not easy for Daisy's family, but we promised to find Daisy an incredible match so that she can move forward and meet with success.
Intelligent, curious, and your typical energetic pup, Daisy is a social girl that doesn't miss a beat. She loves to know what's happening in the world around her and has a good nose. Taking in the smells of everything around her, Daisy can easily tell you everything that's happening in the neighborhood. As is true of all young dogs, Daisy has endless energy. It is critical that her forever family provide her with daily activities and training so that she meets with success. Exercising her body and her mind will help Daisy continue to build the skills needed to become a good canine citizen. With a solid understanding of the joys of endless toys, Daisy is a fan of balls, bones, and plush toys - although she has no qualms about tearing them to shreds. Tough toys are recommended for this lovely girl. Having lived in a home, Daisy is house broken and crate trained already. She understands some basic commands, but like all young pups, she does check to see if the handler will follow through. We all like to test our limits some days, right? When provided with structure, routine, clear expectations, and leadership, Daisy will thrive. Although Daisy has had the opportunity to live in the household, it will take her time to adjust to the expectations of her new family. When provided with time, patience, training, and daily exercise, we know she will meet with success. Daisy is lucky to already know some basic commands; however, it is critical that her family take her to training. Training will, not only help Daisy create a strong and healthy relationship with her forever family, but it will also help her further develop into a stable and confident adult. Besides, training may also come with food rewards from time to time. Daisy is food motivated and excited to start right away!
Daisy is a funny pup with a joyful personality who simply wants to be loved by her person. She is looking for an active family that will take her on adventures during the day and snuggle with her at night. If Daisy sounds like the right match for your family, ask to meet her today!
Early Sunrise
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Not all babies come into the world surrounded by love, warmth, and safety. While some are born into nurturing homes that ensure every need is met, others arrive in conditions that are heartbreaking to witness. Sadly, the nine Island Puppies — Country Lemonade, Coconut Bay, Beach Walk, Early Sunrise, Island Guava, Maple Pancake, Mountain Lodge, Pomegranate, and Vanilla Cloud — were born into the latter.
Emaciated, sick, and covered in dirt, feces, and fleas, these fragile babies were confiscated by animal control and brought to a local shelter. Too young to be adopted and far too vulnerable for a shelter environment, a plea for help went out. Thankfully, another rescue organization stepped in with a foster placement and pulled the entire family to safety. From the moment they arrived, it was clear these pups needed immediate and intensive care. Vaccinations were given. Deworming treatments began. Medicated baths washed away layers of neglect. Vet checks were scheduled, feeding schedules established — and slowly, steadily, these babies began to heal.
The Island Litter is a group of true survivors. Despite enduring more hardship in their first few weeks than any puppy should, they remain joyful, loving, and eager to connect. Like all German Shepherds, they are intelligent, energetic, and deeply loyal. Knowing these pups would thrive best within a breed-specific rescue, the organization that initially saved them reached out to MAGSR — and we didn’t hesitate. These puppies deserved the best chance at a safe and happy life, and we were honored to welcome them to the MAGSR family.
Today, the Island Litter is flourishing in foster homes, each one surrounded by love, structure, routine, and care. They’re working hard on crate training and housebreaking, enjoying meals and playtime, and soaking up all the affection they can get. Quick and clever, they’re food-motivated — which makes future training a breeze! But please remember: puppies are a lot of work. They’ll chew, whine, make messes, and keep you on your toes. They’ll also fill your home with laughter, love, and unforgettable moments. With consistency, patience, and commitment, each of these pups has the potential to grow into an incredible adult dog.
If you have the heart, time, and dedication to help one of these special puppies continue their journey, apply today. They’ve survived the unimaginable — now they deserve a lifetime of safety, love, and belonging.
Fawn
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Fabulous Fawn and her sister, Fern, were surrendered to a shelter with six litter mates. Known as the F litter, these babies entered into a system overwhelmed with what seems like an endless flow of animals in need and not enough safe places to put them. Shelter Staff were doing everything possible to keep up — spaying/neutering, working with rescue, and advocating tirelessly — but the number of homeless animals kept growing by the day, putting them at a critical breaking point. With eight little souls in their care and nowhere to safely place them, an urgent plea was sent out to the GSD rescue community. Three groups, including MAGSR, stepped forward to save the litter. With such a large litter, teamwork made it possible for all the babies to move into rescue placements. As part of the team effort MAGSR welcomed precious Fern and Fawn and placed both girls directly into loving foster homes.
Excited to bask in the comfort and safety of amazing homes, both girls are settling in well with their foster families. Although we are still getting to know both Fern and Fawn, they have proven to be friendly, affectionate, and playful little ladies. Over the next few days, both girls will begin learning the ins and outs of living in a home. Clearly smart little ladies, we are sure they will pick up quickly.
Although both Fawn and Fern are 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, training, patience, and leadership we know Fern and Fawn are going to develop into good canine citizens. If you’re looking for a sweet pup to fill your home with laughter, tail wags, and unconditional love, Fawn might just be your perfect match. She’s a blank slate ready to grow into an amazing companion with the right person or family by her side.
Update:Fawn has settled into her foster home very nicely. She gets along wonderfully with her look-alike MAGSR cousin Sadie, our two and a half year old. They love playing but also know when to chill out. The topic of who's stick it really is is always up for debate, however. She's great in the car and enjoys exploring the park. Fawn is going to be a wonderful loving part of someone's family.
Update:
Fawn is doing so well in her foster home. We're mastering Sit and Paw/Shake, and she's loving exploring everything. We've gone on a few adventures with her and she's super friendly with everyone she encounters - other dogs, kids, adults. People love to meet her and she loves to meet them! Of course, she's still very much a puppy and wants to get into everything, so we keep a close eye on her. She's getting better at crate training and potty training - it's been over a week without accidents. She loves pets and cuddles, especially belly rubs. She really just wants to be around people. Also great on a leash, she doesn't pull at all when we're out. People who have spent time with her always say that she is a delightful pup, so sweet and gentle. And with super soft fur, it's easy for her to steal hearts.
Recently, Fawn went to an event and was an absolutely amazing MAGSR Ambassador. She was known as being a very good puppy and did well establishing boundaries with other, pushy dogs that were strangers. She just loved the belly rubs and was really wonderful with the children.
Hali
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Sweet Hali was dumped in a busy metropolitan area. Members of the neighborhood saw it happen but weren't able to intervene. With shelters in the area significantly over populated, they were only able to bring in sick or injured dogs. This left Hali out on the streets trying to survive. Fortunately, she remained close to the area where she was originally dumped and community members fed her. Recognizing that Hali was an absolute honey who had found herself in an awful situation, varied members of the community stepped forward to help where they could. Delivery drivers gave her treats and the Amazon drivers in her area even left her blankets in the bed so that she would be as comfortable as possible.
Knowing that Hali would not remain safe if help didn't arrive soon, another rescue intervened and worked to safely trap Hali. With a temp foster home ready to hold onto Hali during her stray hold, she had a safe and warm place to stay once trapped. Although they wanted to ensure her safety so she could move forward, rescues in that area simply did not have an option for her. As a result, once her stray hold was up, they reached out to MAGSR for help. Our team knew that a large number of people had done everything they could to ensure that Hali was safe and loved, but they needed this last piece. Knowing Hali deserved every opportunity to succeed, we welcomed her to the MAGSR family.
Hali is an absolute sweetheart. Given some time to decompress after her time on the street, this lovely girl has done wonderfully in both her temporary foster home and her current foster home. Living with a pack of dogs, Hali has made herself right at home. She loves the comforts of living in a safe household and has been adjusting well to her foster family's routines. As is true of all young GSDs, Hali will be most successful when provided with clear rules, expectations, and leadership. With these key pieces in place, Hali will thrive. Training will go a long way with Hali. Not only will it help her develop a strong and healthy bond with her forever family, but it will also help her develop the skills needed to become a good canine citizen.
Unfortunately, we have learned that Hali is heartworm positive. This diagnosis could have been easily avoided had Hali been provided with heartworm prevention. Knowing that Hali needs treatment in order to move forward, our team is already moving forward with her care. Heartworm treatment is expensive; however, we know that Hali is more than worth the cost. Please consider donating to Hali's care as your donation will not only help Hali move forward, but it will also help us continue to support dogs with medical needs. Hali will need to take it easy over the next few months as she undergoes treatment. Once completed, Hali can continue to enjoy just being a regular dog. If lovely Hali sounds like the right match for your household, ask to meet this honey today!
Update:Over the past two weeks, sweet Hali has shown us what true resilience looks like. She gracefully wore her surgical pajamas and sported a double-cone combo with style and strength through her 14-day recovery period. Every step of the way, she’s reminded us what a little fighter she is.
On Monday, July 7th, Hali visited her primary care veterinarian, Paradise Animal Hospital, for a post-op checkup. She was a champ — spending most of the appointment cuddled in her foster mom's lap while the vet team performed a wellness check, administered vaccines, and took a blood sample. The good news: Hali was officially cleared to go cone- and PJ-free! She was over the moon — finally able to move freely and get back to just being a happy dog. The not-so-good news: Hali’s microfilaria test came back positive. It was a disappointing surprise, as we were all hoping for a full clean bill of health. Because of this, her activity will be limited for another month as we give her preventatives time to work. We’re staying hopeful that this next stage of treatment does the trick — paws crossed!
Hali has already come so far, but she’s not quite in the clear yet. We’re asking for your help to continue supporting her care as we tackle this final hurdle. Your donations go directly toward her medications, follow-up visits, and continued recovery. Hali is truly one of a kind — a gentle, loving soul who deserves every chance at a healthy, happy life. If you’re able, please consider donating to her ongoing care. Every dollar helps, and every share spreads the word. Thank you for standing by Hali’s side. Let’s get her across the finish line — together.
Mila
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Mila was spotted running loose in the south. Knowing that the area she was in was unsafe, members of the community contacted animal control for help. Mila was picked-up and brought to animal control where she waited patiently for her family to come and claim her. Unfortunately, no one stepped forward for this little love. Shelter staff knew that Mila deserved an amazing forever home that would cherish her; however, with numbers significantly over capacity and adoption adoptions limited, they could not keep her off the list to be euthanized. Recognizing that Mila's only chance at survival was within the safety of a rescue, staff reached out to rescues for help. When MAGSR heard that Mila was out of options, we knew this sweet girl would be safe in our care.
Magical Mila is a goofy, affectionate, and intelligent girl. As an adult shepherd, Mila is stable and well socialized. Although Mila has clearly known love at some point along her journey, we do not know how she found herself alone and wandering. We do know that Mila is special. As a deaf dog, Mila has been navigating her world without sense. Intelligent and beyond excited to learn, Mila has been fortunate to have been placed with one of our training partners - Mason Dixon K9. With daily training, opportunities to continue to socialize, and plenty of time to play, Mila is thriving. It is highly evident that this girl is special. Although we do not know what experiences Mila may have had in a household, we do know that she is ready to learn. With structure, routine, and leadership, Mila will meet with success. She is already learning about crate training as well as basic leash manners. Mila is looking for an amazing family that will provide her with daily exercise, plenty of toys, and endless cuddles. If you are looking for an affectionate girl who will love you for a lifetime, look no further than Mila!
Moonlight
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Not all mothers get to bring their babies into the world surrounded by love, safety, and comfort. Sadly, Moonlight and her nine puppies — affectionately known as the Island Litter — were found in a heartbreaking state: malnourished, filthy, flea-infested, and utterly neglected. Confiscated by animal control and placed in a shelter, this vulnerable family was at high risk. But thanks to the quick work of compassionate rescuers and foster volunteers, they were pulled to safety.
From the moment Moonlight arrived in foster care, her strength and sweetness shone through. Despite the suffering she endured, she remained attentive to her pups and incredibly responsive to her caregivers. With medical care, nutritious food, and gentle handling, Moonlight and her babies began to heal — body and soul.
Today, Moonlight is thriving. She is smart, alert, affectionate, and energetic — everything you’d expect from a classic German Shepherd. She’s always ready for a new adventure and loves interactive time with her people. Her resilient spirit, loyal nature, and engaging personality make her truly special. As a dog with drive, Moonlight loves toys and activity — but she also has a strong prey instinct. For that reason, she is not a candidate for a home with cats or other small animals. However, she is social with other dogs and may do well with a compatible canine companion.
To give Moonlight the best start in her new life, MAGSR has partnered with Mason Dixon K9 to help her build foundational obedience skills. She is currently working on her training, and continued structured training will be essential in helping her grow into the confident, well-balanced dog we know she can be. Her ideal family will provide guidance, consistency, and plenty of love.
Moonlight has already endured more than most dogs experience in a lifetime — and she’s come through with grace and heart. Now, she deserves the very best: a forever home filled with security, adventure, and unconditional love. Apply today to bring Moonlight home. Help her leave the past behind and step fully into the bright, joyful future she’s been waiting for.
Raina
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Raina was given to her family by a friend who felt she would be a good match for their household. Although she was clearly loved by her family, Raina struggled in a city environment. As a result, her family made the difficult decision to surrender Raina to MAGSR so that she could find the family and living environment that would help her develop into the incredible girl they knew she could be. Raina is a friendly but driven girl. As is typical of most shepherds, Raina is intelligent, active, and alert. In order to meet with success, Raina will need both her body and mind exercised daily. She is not a couch potato and will do best with an active family. Although Raina is working on her interactions with other dogs, she would prefer a family where she can be the only dog so that she can be the center of attention. Raina is housebroken and crate trained. She also knows a few commands. However, as is true of all shepherds, Raina will need to attend training in order to develop into the amazing shepherd we know she is destined to be. Training will not only help Raina develop into an amazing dog, but it will also help her bond with her new family. If this active lady sounds like a good match for your household, ask to meet her today.
Update:Miss Raina is a remarkable girl.
She’s been in foster here for a little while now, and with each passing day we are more appreciative of her charm: She’s so very sweet, intelligent, and engaging, and though on mature side she is very athletic, agile, active, and extremely highly driven, focused, and determined. She is the proverbial energizer bunny, and she has an outsized chest and huge lung capacity, so incredible endurance. She runs along with the recumbent bike at any speed and for any distance. She is confident and unphased by city sidewalks and streets with their traffic and noise, and is always ready for what’s next. She’s happiest with at least a moderate measure exercise every day, but quality is at least as important as quantity. Her toy drive is off the chart, but mental stimulation and engagement is what she thrives on. And she does spend most of her day happily in a state of calm repose (but is certainly ready to go at the drop of hat, or a toy!). She has proven here that she can get along well with other dogs her size and enjoy their company, she meets people happily and graciously, learns quickly, and has good obedience. But she must have appropriate structure and engagement. If she is bored, frustrated, and improperly managed, she will likely find trouble. She doesn’t need wide open spaces so much as she does leadership and companionship. Miss Raina will thrive and offer the biggest love to someone who understands her and can give her the love, leadership, and lifestyle she so richly deserves. Please let her know if you’d like to interview for that labor of love!
Rory
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Regal Rory was originally welcomed to the MAGSR family as a puppy. She was one of the Baseball Puppies. Having lived with an amazing foster family, Rory had developed a good foundation of social skills and was adopted into a loving household. Although her family had every intention of loving Rory for a lifetime, when a family dynamic shifted, the decision was made that it was in Rory's best interest to return her to the MAGSR family. Surrendering a cherished member of the family is never a decision that is made lightly. Rory's family adored her; however, they knew that she would be more successful if placed in a different home. We know this was not easy for Rory's family, but we promised to find her an incredible match so that she can move forward and meet with success.
In many ways still a puppy, Rory is young, energetic, and curious about the world around her. However, having left the home she expected to remain in for the rest of her life, she is a little unsure right now. Recognizing that Rory will need some time to decompress and adjust to new people and environments, our team is working with her to help her meet with success. Rory's new family will need to ensure that she is given time, patience, structure, and routine in her new household. This will help lovely Rory thrive. Once comfortable, Rory is a playful and loving girl. She enjoys toys and loves to learn new tricks. When playtime is finished, Rory is an expert cuddler. She is a great balance of joy and affection. Having lived in a loving home, Rory understands many of the ins and outs of living in a household. She is both housebroken and crate trained. However, as is true of all new dogs, she will need time to learn the specific expectations of her new family. Training will be beyond helpful for Rory. Not only will training help Rory build a strong bond with her forever family, but it will also help her develop the skills needed to become a good canine citizen.
Rory is looking for a patient household that enjoys daily activities with a good cuddle session thrown in from time to time throughout the day. If this little love is the right match for your family, ask to meet Rory today!
Sheeba
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Striking Sheeba is a stunning 2-year-old German Shepherd with a quiet strength and a heart full of hope. Abandoned at a boarding facility in the south alongside her housemate, Xema, Sheeba spent nearly a year waiting for a family that never came back. Thanks to a local rescue and the support of MAGSR, Sheeba now has a chance to find the loving home she’s been waiting for.
A gentle, observant girl, Sheeba takes her time to warm up, but once she does, her loyalty runs deep. Her calm presence and affectionate nature make her a truly special and steady companion for someone who appreciates a dog with quiet grace. True to her clever nature, this girl is ready to learn and would benefit greatly from continued training. She’s intelligent and responsive, and with the right guidance, she’ll gain confidence and develop into a well-mannered, trusting companion. Training will not only help her adjust to home life after so long in a kennel; it will also strengthen the bond between Sheeba and her future family.
Spirited Sheeba would do best in a home without small animals, including little dogs, cats, rabbits, or chickens. Her ideal environment is one where she can feel secure and thrive without the stress of managing prey-like distractions. Ideally, she is looking for a calm, stable environment with parents who understand the importance of routine, gentle leadership, and patience. A home committed to helping her learn and grow will help her blossom into the loyal companion she’s meant to be.
If you’re someone who sees the beauty in resilience and values a dog with depth, devotion, and untapped potential, Sheeba might be your perfect match. She’s ready to leave her past behind and begin a new chapter, with someone who believes in her. Come meet Sheeba and experience the quiet magic of a dog who’s ready to love—and be loved—wholeheartedly. Think she might be the missing piece in your home? Ask to meet her today!
Taffy
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This lovely lady was in an overcrowded shelter, and just before her time was up, she was rescued by another group dedicated to making sure she's placed in a safe and loving home. That rescue later reached out for help with some of the dogs in their care, and as we all know, teamwork makes the dream work, so MAGSR didn't think twice before stepping forward to assist.
Taffy has been lucky to land in a foster home where she's finally getting the opportunities a young, energetic girl needs. Her amazing fosters have been helping her learn about the joys of being a puppy and taking in the world around her. With her fresh, sponge-like mind, this resilient girl is learning housebreaking, crate training, and polite behaviors that will lay the foundation for a well-mannered adult life. While she is still fine-tuning general manners on leash, she's got a great start and will benefit significantly as all young dogs do from continued training. Living with older rescue dogs, Taffy is quickly learning the ins and outs of pack life. She gets along really well with the other dogs and wouldn't mind landing in a forever home with another friendly pup to play with - or at least more consistent socialization so she can keep learning to speak 'dog'! Highly intelligent and observant, Taffy notices everything around her. She loves adults but struggles around small children. Without a high prey drive, she did well when tested with a cat; in fact, she was more afraid of the cat than anything else. With structure, routine, leadership, and clear expectations from a calm and confident handler, Taffy will blossom into an amazing adult. She'd like to continue her daily physical and mental exercise, all while building and strengthening her bond with her forever family - could that be you?
Zazoo
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Lovely Zazoo lived in a loving home with kids and another dog. Unfortunately, when the family was unable to remain in their home, they could not find housing that would allow them to keep their dogs. As a result, they made the difficult decision to surrender the dogs to a local shelter. This is never an easy decision. However, sometimes families have simply run out of options. Shelter staff welcomed Zazoo into their care and made sure she had everything she needed to meet with success. Unfortunately, with shelters sitting at or above capacity, staff knew that Zazoo would be most successful if she was placed within a breed specific rescue. Knowing Zazoo would be a great addition to the MAGSR family, our team was thrilled to welcome her.
Zazoo is a stunning girl. Friendly, active, and smart this lady truly embodies the traits of a GSD. As is true of most shepherds, Zazoo will be most successful in a home that will exercise both her body and her mind on a daily basis. This will help her maintain her stable and confident personality. Having lived in a home previously, Zazoo did well with the children in the home. However, as is typical of the breed, she can be protective of the household. With some clear prey drive in place, Zazoo is not suited for a home with small animals or cats. She is already housebroken, crate trained, and knows many of the ins and outs of living in a home. It is important that her forever family, provide her with structure, routine, and leadership so that Zazoo can adapt to the expectations of her forever home. Well aquainted with toys, Zazoo loves to play and can entertain herself or interact with others.
Although Zazoo lived in a home, she does need to learn some leash manners. Our team is already starting this process. Training will go a long way with Zazoo. Not only will training help her develop the skills needed to become a good canine citizen, it will also help her build a strong and healthy bond with her forever family. If sweet Zazoo sounds like the right match for your family, ask to meet her today!
Update:We have been fostering Zazoo for a little over 2 weeks now and Zazoo has been an excellent house guest. She bonded surprisingly quickly. We have a crate set up but she is at a place in life where she wants to be close to her humans so we moved a dog bed into our room and that is where she spends the nights. We have left her home alone with free run of the house for periods up to 7 hours and so far, she has not gotten into anything she was not supposed to, nothing chewed up and no messes in the house. Our daily routine consists of a long walk in the morning, one in the afternoon and one before bedtime so she typically gets about 4 to 5 miles per day. She does well on the leash and while not always perfect, she does understand and mostly abides to the heel command. She also knows sit, down, and she understands the concept of stay but we still need to work on duration and distance. Her original description discussed prey drive which we found to be true and are working to control this. That goes for cats, squirrels, deer, and sometimes other dogs, especially the small ones that act like prey. With regard to toys, she has little interest in stuffed animals or chew toys but she goes nuts for balls, kongs, and frisbees. She also enjoys water, especially when the hose comes out. Throw her a ball and she will act more like a Retriever than a German Shepherd. She bonds fast, has a great personality and is generally laid back unless she is playing ball with you.
