Adopt a German Shepherd Dog
Brodie (Training Hold) the Dog needs a home
BRODIE is a super-handsome, 4 year old, black/tan/cream colored male, who was surrendered in the field to Animal Control, so that his owner could avoid cruelty charges.
REQUIRED:
1) Brodie requires a strong, experienced leader, who can help him continue to work on safe canine boundaries and behaviors.
TEMPERAMENT
Brodie is an overall sweet-tempered boy, who is working on smoothing out some rough edges. He has a moderate-to-high energy level, and loves to play and go for walks. His favorite toy to play with is his ball, and he will gladly chase it until worn out. He does have some guarding issues with balls, as well as other favored toys/treats, and will need to continue working on the understanding that he no longer needs to resource guard so intensely. Brodie enjoys attention from his people, but can sometimes act confused and cranky when he doesn't expect physical contact, mainly due to an extensive trauma history in his pror owner's care. He does better when he is allowed to make the approach at his own speed. Brodie also sometimes resource guards his food bowl, and will need continued work on this issue. He is crate-trained, and enters his crate willingly. Brodie is also working on basic commands, and is making good progress.
OTHER ANIMALS
Brodie is currently in a foster home where he is the only animal. However, he has been in situations with other, similar sized dogs, and done okay. He should not be in a home that has cats, small dogs or any other small animal, due to a significant small-prey drive.
CHILDREN
Due to Brodie's sometimes unexpected crankiness, he will not be allowed to be adopted into a home with children under the age of 16.
MEDICAL
Brodie does have hip dysplasia in his back right hip, which is not currently symptomatic, but will need continued monitoring over his lifetime.
BRODIE'S ADOPTION FEE: $300
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 BRODIE?
Complete an Adoption Application Now!
REQUIRED:
1) Brodie requires a strong, experienced leader, who can help him continue to work on safe canine boundaries and behaviors.
TEMPERAMENT
Brodie is an overall sweet-tempered boy, who is working on smoothing out some rough edges. He has a moderate-to-high energy level, and loves to play and go for walks. His favorite toy to play with is his ball, and he will gladly chase it until worn out. He does have some guarding issues with balls, as well as other favored toys/treats, and will need to continue working on the understanding that he no longer needs to resource guard so intensely. Brodie enjoys attention from his people, but can sometimes act confused and cranky when he doesn't expect physical contact, mainly due to an extensive trauma history in his pror owner's care. He does better when he is allowed to make the approach at his own speed. Brodie also sometimes resource guards his food bowl, and will need continued work on this issue. He is crate-trained, and enters his crate willingly. Brodie is also working on basic commands, and is making good progress.
OTHER ANIMALS
Brodie is currently in a foster home where he is the only animal. However, he has been in situations with other, similar sized dogs, and done okay. He should not be in a home that has cats, small dogs or any other small animal, due to a significant small-prey drive.
CHILDREN
Due to Brodie's sometimes unexpected crankiness, he will not be allowed to be adopted into a home with children under the age of 16.
MEDICAL
Brodie does have hip dysplasia in his back right hip, which is not currently symptomatic, but will need continued monitoring over his lifetime.
If you're looking for a gorgeous, young, trainable German Shepherd
who will love you forever,
Brodie may be your ideal family member!
BRODIE'S ADOPTION FEE: $300
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 BRODIE?
Complete an Adoption Application Now!
PLEASE READ THIS:
- We're picky about our adopters! GSDs are not for everyone. They take a lot of time, effort and training. They shed all year round. They're big and scare lots of people. They "mouth" and are 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 applying.
- All MOGS dogs must be inside family pets. We do not adopt to outdoor only homes.
- When you're not home, you must put your dog indoors (NOT in the yard). One adopted MoGS dog died after the owners went to run errands, left her outdoors, someone opened the gate, and she was hit by a car. Privacy fences get broken into, gates are opened, thieves steal dogs. NEVER leave your dog outdoors when you're not home!!
- You're required to make a lifetime commitment. The minute you adopt, it is your responsibility to keep your dog safe, loved and cared for FOR LIFE. Only you can do that.
- Are you unable or unwilling to make a lifetime commitment? Do not apply.
- 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? If you move? If you have a child?
- You're making a lifetime commitment to a MOGS Dog. We expect you to keep it! It's YOUR RESPONSIBILITY to stick by your family member -- no matter what.
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Thank you for considering a homeless dog or cat.
- Animal: Dog
- Breed:
German Shepherd Dog
- Size: Large
- Gender: Male
- State: Missouri
- Zip/Postal Code: 64113
As of 5/2/2024 Brodie (Training Hold) is still available for adoption. Please use the owner information below to confirm that Brodie (Training Hold) is still available or to adopt. Don't forget to check the other animal shelters near me there are many other pets needing a fur-ever home.
