Luke

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You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.LUKE is one of six siblings from a litter that was severely neglected and on the edge of dying when transferred to MOGS by their breeder. All of the puppies were significantly underweight, covered in fleas, bellies were bloated with worms and they all had pneumonia. LUKE has been successfully treated for all of the above, and is now healthy and on his way to getting back on developmental track with his size and weight, but is still undersized for his age. Luke is a typical GSD puppy - smart, sweet and cuddly, but also curious and adventurous. He loves allllllll the toys, gets along well with the other dogs and the cat in his foster home, and is working on potty-training.  If you're looking for a handsome, young, trainable German Shepherd who will love you forever,Luke may be your ideal family member! LUKE'S ADOPTION FEE:   $400 + $100 Refundable Neuter Deposit This fee covers only part of what we spend to vet, board and rehab the dogs we save.  On average we spend over $450 on each dog.  We made a decision to keep our adoption fee at the 2005 level even though vet prices have doubled and tripled since then.  We are constantly fundraising to cover the deficit.  At minimum, your adoption fee includes the dog's spay/neuter, heartworm test, heartworm treatment if needed, rabies shot, distemper/parvo shot, bordatella shot, deworming, monthly heartworm and flea preventives, and microchip.  In many cases it also includes surgery and various types of vet treatment for standard issues such as hot spots, ear infections and so on.INTERESTED IN ADOPTING LUKE?Complete an Adoption Application Now!Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.STOP!! READ THIS BEFORE YOU GO ANY FURTHER! We're picky about our adopters.  Are you sure you're up to having a GSD?  They're not for everyone.  They take a lot of time, effort, training.  They shed year round.  They're big.  They scare lots of people.  They 'mouth' and herd.  They're usually strong-willed and stubborn.  You have to have references and a home visit.  If you're not willing or able to deal with any of this, please don't waste your time or ours applying.   Will the dog be an inside family pet? We do not adopt to outdoor-only homes. All dogs must be indoor dogs. Do you leave your dog outdoors when you're not home?   We do not adopt to homes that leave their animals outside when they're gone.  You must put your dogs indoors when you're gone.  A 3 yr old adopted MOGS dog died when the owners went to run errands, left her outdoors, the gate was somehow opened, and she was hit by a car.  Tragic and 100% preventable. Even privacy fences get broken into.  Gates are opened.  Thieves steal dogs. Never leave your dog outdoors when you're not home!! What's your plan for unexpected events and major changes?  New baby? Divorce?  Moving?   How you will provide for your dog if your family breaks up?  Will you make a lifetime commitment?  It's your responsibility to keep your dog safe, loved and cared for FOR LIFE.  Do you understand we expect you to keep that lifetime commitment?  It's YOUR RESPONSIBILITY to stick by your family member -- no matter what. Are you unable or unwilling to make a lifetime commitment? Do not apply.   Have Questions? Email us at mogsrescue@gmail.com Thank you for considering a homeless dog or cat.September 4, 2025, 1:50 pm

If you have any questions or would like to adopt Luke, please reach out to the adoption group directly. PetSmart Charities does not facilitate the adoption process. Thank you.