Central Illinois German Shepherd Dog Rescue
Fur Fund





2008 Fur Funders: Peter Kuk. in memory of Scout.

2007 Fur Funders: Lois Hall in memory of Harley & Dusty. The Koonce's in honor of Bodie, Gracie & Mo. The Hehns in honor of Buddy & Barney. Dolores Hughes and Mikey. Gerry Haas and Bailee. Chrissy Little in honor of doggie friends that aren't "perfect". Steve Hitz in memory of Marah & Gretchen. Mary Van Meer in honor of Betsy. Michelle Liberton.
Would you like to be a Fur-Funder?


Google
In Memory of...
Shania
Shania, I miss her...
In Memory of...
Elsa
Elsa, we'll meet again...
In Memory of...
Buck
Buck, deeply missed...
In Memory of...
Scout
Scout, loved companion and friend...
In Memory of...
Max
Max is missed everyday...
Featured Product
Dog in Yard
Find out where you can buy one of these quality signs.
Check this out...
Try the ASPCA's "Is your Home Poison Safe?" Interactive Quiz on the ASPCA web site.
Did you know...
The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) answers the question Why Spay or Neuter? (PDF—15K). This low-cost surgery keeps your animal healthier and helps fight pet overpopulation.

See also "Myths and Facts About Spaying and Neutering" by the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS).
Do you live in the midwest and have a crate you would like to donate?

Alumni of 2004

The following are dogs that were adopted from the Central Illinois German Shepherd Dog Rescue in 2004.

Big John

Match a Pet program success
View the Big John Photo Gallery for photos and updates!
Big John's sponsors: Cindy Slocum. Laura Hensch. Heather Smith. Nicolle White. Mark Biagi. Also sponsoring Big John: Kathleen Braun in honor of Mauser —another big shepherd with a big heart!
Would you like to be a sponsor?

Dweezel View the Dweezel Photo Gallery for photos and updates!
Dweezel's sponsors: April W. in honor of Morgan. Cheryl Smith in memory of Rommel. Also sponsoring Dweezel: Sonia Ravin

Loki View the Loki (renamed Ludwig) Photo Gallery for photos and updates!
Loki's sponsors: April W. in honor of Morgan. Erica Medinge in memory of Kathy Curtin
Would you like to be a sponsor?

Jasmine View the Jasmine Photo Gallery for photos and updates!
Jasmine's sponsor: Diann Thoma in honor of Titus Americus von Schnee
Would you like to be a sponsor?

Casey

Match a Pet program success
Adopted September 28, 2004
Casey was a special dog that was at the Anderson Animal Shelter. He needed some extra care to deal with his separation anxiety. The Anderson Animal Shelter is "committed to a low-kill philosophy (100% adoption of adoptable animals)" so they proactively work with reputable rescue groups to find homes for the dogs in their care. Casey's adoptive family had filled out an application with the Central IL GSD Rescue and we were able to match him up with Casey at the Anderson Animal Shelter.

Casey was adopted via the "Match Program" directly from the Anderson Animal Shelter in South Elgin, IL

Jack Adopted September 25, 2004

Jack was a 10 month old, male-neutered, black/tan, German Shepherd Dog. Jack was an adorable happy-go-lucky dog. He loved the baby, other dogs, and people. He was a very laid back guy, who appreciated a good sunbeam with the best of them, but still had the energy to play like a puppy.

View the Jack Photo Gallery for photos and updates!

Cece Adopted September 25, 2004
Cece was a 7 month old, female, sable, spayed German Shepherd Dog. Beautiful. She was about as sweet as they come. She had been accused of being an escape artist, but we had yet to see her misbehave, other than jumping on us for hugs and kisses. She was an extremely human oriented dog and loved to be near her people. She was very loving and very submissive. She just lived for cuddles. She had gotten along with the other dogs very well and just was a sweetie. The only way we could see her escaping out of a pen was if someone left her outdoors and ignored her. She just lived for human companionship.

Savannah Jane

View the Savannah (renamed Tina) Photo Gallery for photos and updates!

Lady Adopted July 2004

Match a Pet program successLady was a black/red plush coat, 2.5 year old, spayed, female German Shepherd Dog. She was extremely sweet female, very kissy and a lap dog. She had lived at a gas station for quite a while (not intentionally according to the gas attendants, she just hung out). Her beautiful coat had suffered a bit, but after several hours of grooming, she would recover beautifully.

Lady was rescued via the "Match Program" with specific intent to go to a wonderful waiting family searching for a GSD similar to her. When they met, it was an instant done deal, and she is headed to a marvelous new life of constant attention and spoiling. She couldn't be happier with the prospect and we were thrilled to provide the service to kind people choosing to be patient and kind and choose their new pet out of rescue, rather than the instant gratification of a pet store, puppymill, or backyard breeder.

Megan

Match a Pet program success View the Megan Photo Gallery for photos and updates!

Megan's family had come to visit one of Central IL GSD Rescue's other available dogs and none of them really fit what they are looking for. We offered them the "Match Program" and after speaking with them further, we located a homeless German Shepherd that had been tied to a tree and abandoned. This sweetheart (Megan) went from an uncertain future to a loving home with perfect accommodations because her new owners were loving enough to choose rescue, and patient enough to wait for a good match for their household.

Java Joe Adopted on June 27, 2004
Java Joe was the brother of Delaney. He lived up to his caffeinated name as a high drive dog. He aimed to please and was very smart and responsive. He was a sweet and lovable bundle of energy.

Delaney

View the Delaney Photo Gallery for photos and updates!

Taylor Adopted on June 2, 2004

Taylor was a 10 month old, spayed, black/tan, female German Shepherd Dog. Both Taylor and Delaney have been left without medical care and tied to trees virtually their entire short life. They have heavy scarring on their necks from wearing collars that were too small and being tied out. You should have seen them in the dog kennel. They were soooooo happy to romp and play with each other. We are sure it was hard to play when they were tethered to trees out of reach from each other. They were very sweet and had outstanding temperaments. They have been good with kids, small dogs, and large dogs. They were curious about the cats, but just seem interested.

Gracie  View the Gracie Photo Gallery for photos and updates!
Gracie's sponsor: Rebecca Kuk in loving memory of her beloved Oscar the GSD.
Would you like to be a sponsor?

Zoe   View the Zoe Photo Gallery for photos and updates!
Zoe and her pup's sponsors: Rebecca Kuk in loving memory of her beloved Oscar the GSD. Diane Walsh in honor of Mahina. Judy Hardin, in memory of Stella, a faithful companion and friend. Tammi Keenan in memory of her fur-child, Sadie. Diana Breakville, in honor of Shadow, a best friend and queen of the house. Aileen O'Dea, in honor of Kobi and Nakita. Carrie McCarthy in memory of Roy and Madison Jarvis-Schmidt. Robert Shepherd and Gina Bartucci. Would you like to be a sponsor?

Cody Adopted on April 3, 2004

Cody was a beautiful and sweet dog that was a pleasure to have in our home. He had a great personality and it was no surprise he found a new home quickly. He was wonderful around our baby and a good housedog.

View the Cody Photo Gallery for photos and updates!

Ricki

View the Beaker Photo Gallery for photos and updates!

Beaker's sponsors: Rebecca Kuk in loving memory of her beloved Oscar the GSD. Diane Walsh in honor of Mahina. Judy Hardin, in memory of Stella, a faithful companion and friend. Tammi Keenan in memory of her fur-child, Sadie. Diana Breakville, in honor of Shadow, a best friend and queen of the house. Aileen O'Dea, in honor of Kobi and Nakita. Carrie McCarthy in memory of Roy and Madison Would you like to be a sponsor?

Ricki Ricki (renamed Leebah)— originally adopted on February 29, 2004

Ricki was a fawn and black, spayed, female, Boxer/Shepherd mix that was born July 29, 2003. She was the quietest of all four of Zoe's pups. Keep in mind they were all pups, so that was relative. She was sweet and lovable and wanted to be pampered with hugs and kisses. She was 27.5 lbs at her spay surgery and wouldl not be a large dog. These pups were truely the best of both worlds. They were smart, with lovely noses and nice tails, but had the happy go lucky personality of Boxers. They would do well in a busy household, with children, and would handle change well as long as their loving owner was always with them.

View the 2006 Leebah Photo Gallery for more information

Ricki's sponsors: Rebecca Kuk in loving memory of her beloved Oscar the GSD. Diane Walsh in honor of Mahina. Judy Hardin, in memory of Stella, a faithful companion and friend. Tammi Keenan in memory of her fur-child, Sadie. Diana Breakville, in honor of Shadow, a best friend and queen of the house. Aileen O'Dea, in honor of Kobi and Nakita. Carrie McCarthy in memory of Roy and Madison
Would you like to be a sponsor?

Miss Piggy Adopted on February 26, 2004

Miss Piggy was a spayed fawn/black Boxer/German Shepherd mix that was born (7/29/03). She was named for being the biggest of the litter, but later was the smallest! The runt passed her by! Miss Piggy was very human oriented and outgoing and loved attention and cuddles. She also was food motivated and just loved playing with her siblings and anyone else who happened to be in the exercise area with her! These pups knew no enemies and thought everyone, including the cats, were potential friends. Their Boxer side shown in their desire to always walk on their back legs and hug you.

Miss Piggy's sponsors: Rebecca Kuk in loving memory of her beloved Oscar the GSD. Diane Walsh in honor of Mahina. Judy Hardin, in memory of Stella, a faithful companion and friend. Tammi Keenan in memory of her fur-child, Sadie. Diana Breakville, in honor of Shadow, a best friend and queen of the house. Aileen O'Dea, in honor of Kobi and Nakita. Carrie McCarthy in memory of Roy and Madison Jarvis-Schmidt. Robert Shepherd and Gina Bartucci.
Would you like to be a sponsor?

Jake  View the Jake Photo Gallery for photos and updates!
Jake's sponsor: Rebecca Kuk in loving memory of her beloved Oscar the GSD.
Would you like to be a sponsor?

Leila

View the Leila Photo Gallery for photos and updates!

Cassie Adopted on January 10, 2004

Cassie was a beautiful and wonderful 6 year old black/tan, spayed, female German Shepherd Dog. She was mellow and cuddly and so very sweet, yet still playful and fun to hang out with. She was a super special pup that needed a great new home. She was a very loved member of her home, but a nasty neighbor placed her life at risk. Fearing for her, her family placed her in rescue to find a safer environment that would be just as loving. She was the perfect age and was a wonderful pet.

Cassie's sponsor: Jody Leigh in memory of her beloved German Shepherd, Dixie.
Would you like to be a sponsor?

Return to our homepage, the Alumni main page or view another Alumni page:
2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004, 2003, 2002, 2001, 2000, 1999, 1998.

Elizabeth Riddle, our rescue president, outside of her full-time job and continuing educational pursuits, is an animal behaviorist and an obedience instructor, with a Bachelor's degree in Biology from the University of Illinois with a specialty in Ethology (the study of animal behavior). She officially founded this rescue in November of 1997 while attending the University of Illinois. Learn more about this rescue...

 Did you know... You can support this rescue with purchases...

Approximately 8-12 million companion animals enter animal shelters nationwide every year and approximately 5-9 million are euthanized (60% of dogs and 70% of cats). — Annual Shelter Statistics, ASPCA

Click Here - Save a Dog...

Sammy Meal Time Bib Visit our German Shepherd Dog Shop at CafeShops.com

Sammie's Meal Time Bib now available!
how to adopt a dog | help these dogs | other services | transfer/post a shelter dog | rehome a dog | site map | homepage
You can also visit us at
Petfinder.com
Central Illinois German Shepherd Dog Rescue
P.O. Box 17464
Urbana, IL 61803
E-mail:
Web site: http://www.gsdhaven.org
This page was last updated October 6, 2007. All Content Copyright © 1998-2008 C.I.G.S.D.R.
For questions or comments about this website e-mail:
If you are unable to view portions of this page, please upgrade your browser.
Cleo
Nellie
Jack
Tyson
Trey
Sassy
Remember, we are always getting in new dogs so check back frequently!
See also:
Check out our Community Dogs page for a listing of dogs that are adoptable through other individuals, shelters, and rescues.
Community Dogs