The following are dogs that were adopted from the Central
Illinois German Shepherd Dog Rescue in 2003.
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Reno — Adopted
on December 28, 2003
While in rescue: Reno
was a black/tan, male, neutered, 90 pound, German Shepherd Dog. He was 2
years old and an extremely sweet boy that was very cuddly (a gentle giant).
He apparently had experienced
some very sad things. The fact that a huge male German Shepherd would cower
at a raised voice is a sure sign of a yellow-bellied human interaction.
Some spineless idiot must have thought he was something at some point, to cause
Reno to be so submissive to a raised voice or a loud noise.
Reno was just a perfect dog and didn't deserve or need a heavy hand. We
hope that the person who hurt Reno in the past gets what he deserves someday.
A special thank
you goes out to Reno's sponsor:
Jennifer and Ryan Lane,
in honor of Reggie.
Would you like to be a sponsor? |
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Romeo — Adopted
on December 21, 2003
While in rescue: Romeo was a black/tan, neutered, 6 month old German
Shepherd Dog, puppy. He was handsome, sweet, and very puppy. Only families
that were ready for a large and rambunctious addition to their family were
asked to apply.
A special thanks goes out to Romeo's sponsors:
Terry and Janie O'Donnell
Would you like to be
a sponsor?
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Riese and Vinnie — Reclaimed
November, 2003
While in rescue: Riese and Vinnie were senior citizens at 8 and 9 years
old. They were fully vaccinated and neutered. They had lived together most of
their lives and therefore had to be placed together. Vinnie was having
a
bit
harder time with his change in location, but his brother helped him out a lot.
Riese
(getting his neck scratched in the photo) was a gorgeous purebred male, and Vinnie
was an adorable Shepherd mix. Their daddy became very ill and had to be moved
to a nursing home. Their owner's daughter would have loved to have been able
to
take
them, but lived far away and in an apartment dwelling where two large dogs were
not welcome by the landlord. It was a heartbreaking decision for her to leave
the dogs in someone else's care. Fortunately, Riese and Vinnie's owner recovered
and
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Junior — Adopted
on November 1, 2003
While in rescue: Junior was a 10-12 month old, neutered, solid black,
male, German Shepherd Dog. He was very active and sweet, loved
to play, and got along with other dogs, annoyed cats a bit with
his energy, but was not dangerous around them. He had been around
horses, but liked to chase, so was never off lead around the
horses. Junior was willing to please. His training was going well, but
he needed an active home that wanted a dog they could spend time
and play with. Junior was a great dog and wouldl be an outstanding
dog with some direction and more training.
A special thank you goes out to Junior's sponsor:
JBWC25, who loves German Shepherds as
much as we do!
Would you like to be a sponsor? |
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Pup 1
pup 3
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Pups 1-4 — Adopted
on October 26, October 9, October 11, and October 12, 2003
While in rescue: These pups were born 7/29/03,
which made them 10 weeks old. Two black and tan two fawn
with black masks and four
very distinct personalities! The largest fawn was the pack leader.
She was very intelligent and curious. She would give her future
owners the greatest rewards in obedience and training. She was
always looking for something to do and to lead her sisters around
on
adventures. The smaller fawn was a absolute doll. She was very
affectionate and
searched for love and approval. She stuck close to her sisters
for reassurance and support. The black and tan with the tan mask
was very affectionate
and would come up to you to get attention. She was a cuddler
and a smoocher. She wanted to be loved and let you know it.
She had
a very nicely balanced personality. The black and tan with the
darker
mask was very sweet and lovable, but a bit more secure in herself
and would check things out herself. She was a good dog and would
be great for someone wanting a loyal loving pet, that could
entertain themselves if when their owner is busy, rather than
being
under foot, glued to your side for the next 16 years.
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Jazz— Adopted
on October 5, 2003
While in rescue: Jazz
was a black/tan spayed female German Shepherd Dog that weighed
about 60
pounds.
She was 1-2
years old and was a very
human-oriented dog (the ultimate velcro accessory
to any outfit!). She loved hugs and kisses and was more interested
in you than anything else.
She got along well with the other dogs and is okay with cats.
She had been around our child and had done well. She was a more
dominant female and asserted herself
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Paige, Piper, Phoebe — Adopted
on September 28, 2003
While in rescue: Phoebe had the blonde face, the other two were interchangeable
(Phoebe and Piper shown left). They were 12-14 weeks old and
were going to be huge! They were very sweet and cuddly and
would be wonderful
dogs. They had a very rough life.
Their previous owner's intact dogs bred together (unplanned)
and resulted in a litter of nine pups. The owner sold three,
and was going to shoot the other six. He wound up taking them
to his local pound. They had excellent care from the people
at the shelter, but during a brief visit to the veterinarian,
contracted Parvo from another litter of puppies. They were
in
foster care when they became ill, but due to the nature of Parvo, three puppies
didn't make it. These three
sisters were the only ones left, and after all of this movement
and trauma, through cooperation
of multiple shelters, rescues, and foster homes, these girls
have been saved. We want to thank everyone who was involved. |
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Mischief— Adopted
on September 20, 2003
While in rescue: Mischief
was a black/tan, neutered male, 8-9 week old, German Shepherd
Dog puppy. He was living up to
his name! This little guy was very active. He needed a lot
of love, obedience, and time from his new owners for training.
He
was
sweet,
but
had a
strong personality that would require a skilled hand throughout
his life. This little sweetheart was left to fend for himself,
abandoned by a lake. He was very scared when we picked him up,
and thankfully came around quite well.
UPDATE
(October 2003): Mischief is doing well in his new home
and having fun with his doggie brother and kitty friend. As when
he was in rescue, he would still rather be off playing with
his buddies than getting hugs. No time for that mushy stuff!
UPDATE
(November 2003): Mischief's
family writes, "He still lives up to his name...it's play
time all the time.." Here's
a rare photo (left) of a tired Mischief! |
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Alli— Adopted on
September 15, 2003
While in rescue: Alli was a black/red, 3-4 year old, spayed, female, German
Shepherd
Dog that was very friendly with puppies, small dogs, male and female dogs,
and cats. She had a stoic personality and was a very cuddly people-dog,
but still liked to play with other dogs. She had
adopted Habibi (the puppy) as her friend and little pup to raise.
When Alli was spayed, there was evidence that she had several
litters in her life and her maternal instinct was apparent around
the other small dogs and young animals. Alli did have three lumps
removed (that were discovered during her spay surgery) and they
were all benign. These mammary lumps are
not unusual in unspayed and bred females. This is another reason
pet owners should always have their pets spayed and neutered. |
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Summer— Adopted on
September 13, 2003
While in rescue: Summer was a black/tan, female, spayed, 55 pound.
8-10 months old German Shepherd Dog. She was a very sweet
female puppy that had a lot of energy, but was very cuddly and
loving. She got along with all of the dogs and cats, had been very gentle around
the baby, and was a generally well adjusted puppy with no signs of abuse. She
was a little cautious in new environments and people, but her caution usually
melt quickly into a waggly tail! |
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Sheba— Adopted on
August 23, 2003
While in rescue: Sheba was a 10-11 month old, black/silver,
spayed, female, plush coat, petite German Shepherd, weighing
only about 53 pounds. She was very gentle and knew her basic
commands. She could play off lead without worry. She got along
with other dogs and would chase cats, but without any real prey
drive. She had been around horses without incident. She was extremely
gentle and calm around small children. |
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Fancy— Adopted
on August 22, 2003
While in rescue: Fancy (renamed Matte by her new
family) was a black/tan, spayed, female, German Shepherd Dog
that was about
1 year old.
She
was an active young pup, who loved people and got along with
other
animals. She was a top dog which means she could share a home
with certain dogs, but would definitely need to meet her future
companion to make sure their personalities would be compatible.
Fancy was very sweet, loved to play, and had been around horses
without incident.
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Kiah— Adopted
on August 21, 2003
While in rescue: Kiah was a 2 year old, spayed,
female black/tan German Shepherd Dog that weighed about 65 pounds.
She was a sweet dog that knew her basic commands and enjoyed
playing with her doggie friends, and did well around babies,
children, and horses. She was a little excited when a cat ran
by, but she didn't waste her time hunting them when they were
just walking around. She was a more independent dog that enjoyed
cuddles and playing with her people, but was just as content
exploring on her own, or laying in the shade. A beautiful girl,
she has done well around babies and children. |
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Mahina— Adopted
on July 29, 2003
While in rescue: Mahina (the moon), a 1 year old, male,
neutered White German Shepherd didn't seem to know how to play
with toys at first, but he soon found a liking for playing
with tennis balls! He also loved his Nylabone! He walked well
on a leash, but needed some more experience in this area. In
general, he just needed to experience most things — he
looked like a country fella in the big city with wide-eyed
wonder at everything he saw. He was eager to play with other
dogs, even when they barked at him. He didn't usually bark
back, but instead didn't understand why they didn't want to
play with him! He loved attention and petting, and, most of
all — belly rubs!
UPDATE
(August 2003): Mahina's owner writes: ...the
kids in the neighborhood came over to meet him. He just loves
kids. One of the kids was only about 2 years old. Mahi seemed
to know that he needed to be gentle with him and not knock
him over. He loves the water and, if I let him, he will jump
right in the river. Unfortunately, being white, the mud gets
all over him and then he has to get a bath.
UPDATE
(September 2003): Mahina's owner writes: "He
really is the best dog. So easy-going. I take him on my runs
now that the weather has cooled off a bit. He runs at my
side and does not chase bikers, roller bladers or other runners
on the path. I found a wonderful daycare for him right on
my way to work... Mahi has not been crated. He doesn't chew
anything but his toys..."
UPDATE
(October 2003): Mahina's owner writes: "Here
is a picture of Mahi just before his first real swim. It turns
out he loves the water.
I have
to keep him out of it most of the time so I don't have to give
him a bath every day!" (Click on the photo to the right
to see a very large view of this photo.)
A special thanks goes
out to Mahina's sponsor:
George Mucher, in memory of his wife's
childhood pet.
Would you like to be a sponsor? |
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Malea — Adopted
on July 18, 2003
While in rescue: Malea
was a spayed, female, 1.5-2 year old black/red German Shepherd
Dog that was sweet and gentle.
She loved to sit and be petted,but would also go lay down when
you were doing something. She knew basic commands such as "sit" and "down," and
she was very good on a leash which was such a arm saver! She
came when called and would stay close when off-lead. She obviously
was somebody's dog. She loved to fetch, and if you asked her
to go get her ball, she will search until she found it! She seemed
to be fine around dogs and cats and didn't have any food or toy
aggression. She had also been around a one and a half year old
and did wonderfully with him (under a careful eye of course!)
Malea was house and crate trained. She had NEVER had an accident
and had the house to roam while her foster mom was at work. Really,
this dog was a dream!
Update (August 2003): Malea is enjoying
her big back yard! (pictured right) |
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Leiah — Adopted
on July 6, 2003
While in rescue: Leiah was a 1.5 year old black/red
female that was born on December 24, 2001. She was a joint
rescue effort by Faery
Tails Corgi Rescue of St. Louis Inc and the Central
Illinois German Shepherd Dog Rescue. Leiah was found
to be heartworm positive and needed to undergo treatment along
with supportive care during this time. She stayed in her foster
home for the months during her treatment. Thank you to everyone
that sponsored Leiah so that she could receive the treatment
she needed.
A special thanks goes out to Leiah's
sponsors:
Rod & Susan Clement in memory of Niki 7/3/1997 - 7/2/2003,
Bruce and Kim Long who spoil their German Shepherd the way
every dog should should be spoiled . Peter & Penny
Lundquist in memory of Sam, their gentle black Shepherd. Richard
Jones, on behalf of Jonesy and IKC champion Natasha vom Dukes.
Jeff Timmerman and his German Shepherd, Nikki , The Hehns family,
in honor of Buddy, a fellow heartworm survivor. Korrin Malen
in memory of her beloved, Shadow. Jan Miller, in memory of
Cain. Terri Maxwell.Rebecca Kuk in loving memory of her beloved,
Oscar. Mark Biagi and his German
Shepherd, Bella. Eric Blum
in honor of Freia. Jessie Arian: "To
one Leiah in memory of another Leia."
Would you like to be a sponsor?
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Bruno — Adopted
on June 30, 2003
While in rescue: Bruno was a 4-5 year old, male, black
and tan German Shepherd Dog. He was truly a gentle giant that
stole all of our hearts the second we met him. We didn't dare
believe he was just as wonderful as his first impression appeared,
but he proved all that and more. This over 100 pounds of sweetie
and is happy indeed to be in his forever home! |
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Jimmy
Buffett— Adopted June
2003
While in rescue: Jimmy was a sweet, male, neutered, 5 year old, large,
black and tan, German Shepherd Dog and "ladies man" who LOVED to
play with the female dogs. He was an independent guy and would entertain himself
for hours — if he had a girlfriend, he was even happier. He warmed up
to his people and was a playful spirit. He had completed a round of obedience
courses, and loved to ride in any vehicle. He did pull hard when he wanted
to run to the car, but was a great dog. Jimmy was very happy when he found
himself adopted into a home with a beautiful German Shepherd girlfriend!
UPDATE (July 2003): Jimmy's new family
writes, "He knocks on the
patio door if he is left outside without his humans for
more than 3 minutes (even howled once), and loves to
play catch outside or just play inside with all his toys.
No sooner have we put his stuffed toys away then he will
pull them all out, one by one, of their toy boxes..."
UPDATE (December 2003): Jimmy's family
writes, "Jimmy went for his six month checkup
and is doing FABULOUS. He is now 95lbs !!!! HE IS A BIG
BIG BOY! He is not overweight, though. He is
a happy boy!"
Jimmy with his sister, Princess.
Doesn't he look stylish with that K9 bandana!
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Click on any of the photos below to view a larger
picture.
Jimmy with his parrot toy.
Jimmy in his backyard.
Jimmy has a lot of pals,
including Lady and Sadie!
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A special thanks goes out to Jimmy's
sponsors:
Carolyn & Scott
Wallace (fellow parrotheads)
in memory of Tigger the cat. Rebecca
Kuk has provided a triple sponsorship for Jimmy in
loving memory of her beloved, Oscar. Don
Maxon (in honor of Becky, and in memory of Samantha,
his black/tan Shepherd). Also
sponsoring Jimmy: Kathleen
Braun.
Would you like to be a
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Habibi— Adopted
on June 1, 2003
While in rescue: Habibi (meaning: beloved) was a very
active, very out-going, and very bouncy spayed, female 22 week
old, little White German Shepherd Dog. She loved people, ignored
the cats for the most part, and just had a blast bouncing around.
She walked on a leash without pulling (it was more like walking
Tigger since she bounced). She would be a perfect agility dog
or happy at any other active sport that someone would like
to do with their pet. She aimed to please, had a sparkling
personality, loved attention and anyone that would give it
to her!
Update (June 2003): Her owner
writes: "Habibi is doing so good. She has taken well
to the horses and cat. She walks into her crate at night without
fussing and waits patiently and quietly till morning. I cannot
believe how smart a dog she is! We were leaving the side door
to the house open to let her come in and out as she pleases,
but she has grown fond of the ditch/creek next to the house
and instead of being white, she is mud black most of the time!
She seems to like taking baths with the hose outside which
has become a daily routine before coming in. She is excellent
with the kids and wants to eat the chickens [they're fenced
off]. To put it plainly, she has fit right in and has become
a lovely blessing to our household."
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Holland— Adopted
on June 1, 2003
While in rescue: Holland was a sweet, fun-loving, playful
10 month old, female, spayed, German Shepherd pup that was black
with tan boots. She had a squeaky toy that she loved. She didn't
squeak it much, but would rather carry it around and show it
off! She enjoyed playing with the other dogs and had been super-friendly
to all the rescue volunteers. Her tail just couldn't stop wagging!
A special thanks goes out to Holland's
sponsor:
Susan Caley, in honor of RJ
Would you like to be a sponsor? |
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Monty— Adopted
on April 27, 2003
While in rescue: Monty was a handsome 1.5 year old, neutered,
male, black/tan German Shepherd Dog. He had the most brillant
eyes! He was always ready to play with his doggie friends, but
was laid back and well mannered around his human companions. |
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Arrow— Adopted
on April 19, 2003
While in rescue: Arrow was a cute,12 week old, neutered
male German Shepherd mix. He was very outgoing and was not phased
by much. He was pretty compliant and clean, but would be a very
active member of his family! He had been good with the cats and
dogs, but then again, they were bigger than he was! |
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Trinity— Adopted
on April 14, 2003
While in rescue: Trinity was a 1 year old,black/tan, spayed,
German Shepherd that came to us after her mom passed away. Trinity
was a sweet, yet shy girl. However, it took only a few pets and
hugs to get her to warm up to you. She also got along well with
other dogs. |
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Buddy — Adopted
on April 14, 2003
While in rescue: Buddy was a 2-3 year old, neutered,
large, black/tan, German Shepherd mix that completed his adult
heartworm treatment while in our care. Click
here to read Buddy's story...
Update (May 2003): Buddy's
new family writes: "Buddy is doing remarkably well. He
acts like a puppy, always wanting to play! You were so right
when you said that he is very happy-go-lucky. Crate training
is over and Buddy has had run of the house. He has earned our
trust, as he has been an angel. He has plenty of toys to play
with, and of course, our other dog!" Buddy is happy in
his new backyard (pictured right- double click on his picture
for a larger image).
A special thanks goes out to Buddy's
sponsors: Sean Slayback. Also
sponsoring Buddy: Lori Broach, in honor of her German Shepherd
mix, Leia's, 2nd birthday.
Would you like to be a sponsor?
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Gentle
Ben — Adopted
While in rescue: Gentle Ben, a male, neutered 1-1.5 year
old, black/tan German Shepherd Dog got along with cats and dogs,
was crate trained, house trained, and a good dog. He ould not
be left out unattended because he was still very puppy and liked
shoes and other household goods for chew toys. His favorite dog
toys were his Rhino toy and his Nyla-Bone. He would sit and chew
these toys for a long time. Gentle Ben had a very rough beginning
to his life and had worked hard to trust his caretakers. He was
terrified of leashes, but soon tenatively walked around the block,
acting like it is the first time he has ever seen the great big
world. He did not like car rides very much, but just needed a
boost into the car. He was scared once he was in the car, but
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Ritz— Adopted
on March 23, 2003
While in rescue: Ritz was a 1 year old, neutered, male,
White German Shepherd Dog that weighed about 80 pounds. He was
a sweet puppy that loved to play with other dogs and loved people.
A special thanks goes out to Ritz's
sponsor: Gracie Post
Would you like to be a sponsor? |
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Angus — Adopted
on March 5, 2003
While in rescue: Angus was a cuddle-muffin and as sweet
as can be. He thought he was a lap dog and wanted nothing more
and to be hugged, loved-on and petted at all times, although
at times he would settle for just snuggling up next to his human. |
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Duke — Adopted
on February 15, 2003
While in rescue: Duke was a
very well-behaved, four year old male German Shepherd Dog.
He knew all of his commands well, walked well on a leash, and
was a huge fluffy teddy bear of a dog with paws the size of
dinner plates.
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RJ — Adopted
on January 12, 2003
While in rescue: RJ
was a a very lovable, one year old, little guy (60 pounds)
that loved his people and to cuddle with them! He got along
well with all dogs, large and small, and all personalities.
He was great around cats and horses too! He had a rough beginning
to his life and was ready to start over in his forever home
with lots of food and love.
A special thanks goes out to RJ's
sponsors:
Susan Caley, in memory of her German/Australian Shepherd, Elvis
(aka: woo woo baby). Also sponsoring RJ: Kate & Dan Muravnick
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Update
(March 2003): RJ (right) at his home, testing the
pressure limits of a stall ball.
Update (June 2003): His owner
writes: "I just love him and am so glad to have him." See
picture (left).
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