Please read if you are thinking of adopting a dog or pup from us.
We have been overwhelmed by the numbers of inquiries and applications we receive once a pup becomes available for adoption. Within minutes our inbox is filling up with applications for the ONE puppy! Our procedure has always been to process applications on a first come/first served basis. It is the only way to guarantee fairness. Our application process remains the same as always with admin approval, reference checks, home visits etc. and we are not changing the process because of the increase in demand for puppies! Just because someone is the first applicant, does not necessarily mean they will be approved. We accept several applications for each dog/pup and then we STOP ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS.
We understand the frustration involved for people trying to adopt a new family member and not having their applications accepted because we have received so many already. It is frustrating to our volunteers as well to have to pass on bad news to people who are hoping to adopt.
Please understand that our volunteers are all doing their best to answer inquiries and process applications in a timely and thorough manner. Thank you!
We have been overwhelmed by the numbers of inquiries and applications we receive once a pup becomes available for adoption. Within minutes our inbox is filling up with applications for the ONE puppy! Our procedure has always been to process applications on a first come/first served basis. It is the only way to guarantee fairness. Our application process remains the same as always with admin approval, reference checks, home visits etc. and we are not changing the process because of the increase in demand for puppies! Just because someone is the first applicant, does not necessarily mean they will be approved. We accept several applications for each dog/pup and then we STOP ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS.
We understand the frustration involved for people trying to adopt a new family member and not having their applications accepted because we have received so many already. It is frustrating to our volunteers as well to have to pass on bad news to people who are hoping to adopt.
Please understand that our volunteers are all doing their best to answer inquiries and process applications in a timely and thorough manner. Thank you!
MASR would like everyone to know that we take pandemic concerns very seriously. We follow all current public health orders and expect the same from any interested applicants. While we wish to stick with our long established policies regarding adoption applications, we have adapted some of our procedures to insure that safety for all is always our priority.
Thank you all for your continued support and understanding during these tough times. Stay well everyone!
Thank you all for your continued support and understanding during these tough times. Stay well everyone!
Nick is a beautiful 3 year old Shepherd cross needing a very special foster home. Nick's life hasn't been great so far but we are hoping to change that for him. We are looking for a committed foster home with no young children. Someone with the knowledge & experience to firmly but gently handle a frightened boy lacking confidence. And someone with the patience & understanding to celebrate baby steps on Nick's road to recovery. Nick will require medical treatment so his foster home must be willing to take him to the vet when necessary. We supply everything - we just need a safe and loving home for Nick to recover in. Nick would be fine with a female dog and doesn't appear at all interested in cats. Support and direction will be given by our trainer/behaviorist!
If you feel that you could be that very special foster family, please email
fostermasr@gmail.com
If you feel that you could be that very special foster family, please email
fostermasr@gmail.com
Gorgeous Penny is coming back into care!
Gorgeous Penny is coming back into care. The home she's been in for the last few months has done a LOT of good for her, but she needs to go through a more formal rehabilitation program that only an experienced trainer and foster can provide. The home she has been in has been phenomenal, but they do not have the resources to give this spry girl what she needs. Penny is a sweet girl - loves belly rubs, loves toys, adores "her" people and is incredibly loyal and protective. Her leash walking manners are night and day compared to what they were, through the patient care of her former dad.
Penny has insecurity. The way the insecurity presents itself is through aggression, both towards other dogs and humans.
With MASR, we need Penny to go to a foster who can dedicate at least ten hours a WEEK to help her out.
What do we need in this foster?
Are you an energetic person who loves to go for jogs or long walks twice a day? (Penny needs a lot of exercise to get her energy burned up so that she can settle and LEARN.)
Do you have quick reflexes and a keen eye for details? (Penny likes to bite mitts - especially with hands in them, OUCH - you will need to learn dog body language and catch her if she lunges.)
Are you open minded? (Penny's rehabilitation will be intense and involves both force free / positive AND balanced training - the trainer makes the rules, you need to be committed to following through and being corrected while you're learning.)
Do you have a passion to maybe become a dog trainer? (Penny would be a great "first dog" to train and rehabilitate under the guidance of our behaviourist and trainer).
Are you dedicated to success? (Penny will be an interesting case to rehabilitate - it may take multiple tries and different methods to find one that clicks for her - all dogs are different, so this will be a journey!)
What do we want in a foster home for Penny?
- No other pets.
- No children.
- Two adults max, both will need to work with our trainer.
- A home where Penny is left alone for no more than a couple of hours a day.
What will you get out of this?
A crash course in how to manage your home like a trainer.
You'll be a pro by the end and your friends will be asking you for help!
The love and loyalty of an animal companion.
All. The. Belly rubs. All of them. All yours.
Our gratitude for helping save the life of one amazing dog!
Email fostermasr@gmail.com if you feel you can help!
Penny has insecurity. The way the insecurity presents itself is through aggression, both towards other dogs and humans.
With MASR, we need Penny to go to a foster who can dedicate at least ten hours a WEEK to help her out.
What do we need in this foster?
Are you an energetic person who loves to go for jogs or long walks twice a day? (Penny needs a lot of exercise to get her energy burned up so that she can settle and LEARN.)
Do you have quick reflexes and a keen eye for details? (Penny likes to bite mitts - especially with hands in them, OUCH - you will need to learn dog body language and catch her if she lunges.)
Are you open minded? (Penny's rehabilitation will be intense and involves both force free / positive AND balanced training - the trainer makes the rules, you need to be committed to following through and being corrected while you're learning.)
Do you have a passion to maybe become a dog trainer? (Penny would be a great "first dog" to train and rehabilitate under the guidance of our behaviourist and trainer).
Are you dedicated to success? (Penny will be an interesting case to rehabilitate - it may take multiple tries and different methods to find one that clicks for her - all dogs are different, so this will be a journey!)
What do we want in a foster home for Penny?
- No other pets.
- No children.
- Two adults max, both will need to work with our trainer.
- A home where Penny is left alone for no more than a couple of hours a day.
What will you get out of this?
A crash course in how to manage your home like a trainer.
You'll be a pro by the end and your friends will be asking you for help!
The love and loyalty of an animal companion.
All. The. Belly rubs. All of them. All yours.
Our gratitude for helping save the life of one amazing dog!
Email fostermasr@gmail.com if you feel you can help!
LUCY
Our beautiful Lucy is still waiting for the perfect forever home!
Here is an update from her foster family:
Lucy has been working hard with her foster mom on her manners, she knows her basics, sit, down, stay, wait, and leave it. She's working on leave it when it comes to cats, rabbits and, squirrels. Lucy has made a lot of improvements on leaving cats alone, but she’s still rather temped by rabbits and squirrels, but what dog isn’t. She’s pretty calm when people come to the door, she doesn’t bark or jump, she doesn’t rush to the door, unless someone she knows and like comes over, in that case she rushes over and has the most adorable butt wiggle while doing so. She’s got great house manners and is a pleasure to have around the house.
Lucy would probably do best with someone willing to re-enforce her manners, inside the house (sitting and waiting to be let out, waiting for her food etc.) not because she needs it inside the house (on the contrary, she’s gem to live with) but because it helps her with her reactivity on walks. She’s come a long way with her reactivity, she can now walk past calm dogs on the other side of the street without raising a fuss and settles quickly if she requires a correction (the occasional outburst still happen, mostly when other dogs are also reactive or they catch us by surprise). She’s also learned that she needs to listen to people or her walks, and although she’s still working on her walk manners, she’s come a long way.
Lucy would be best going to home with someone who has more dog experience and would be willing to work with her on her reactivity. Lucy should probably go to a home with a high fence. Although she’s very happy in a yard, she can be quite tempted by rabbits and squirrels and might be part rabbit as she can leap quite high. She’s a very smart girl and would do well with someone who’s both active and would like to train her. She’s a wonderful dog who’s very friendly and affectionate and loves to be around people.
If you would like to meet this beautiful girl, please email
adoptmasr@gmail.com
for more information
Here is an update from her foster family:
Lucy has been working hard with her foster mom on her manners, she knows her basics, sit, down, stay, wait, and leave it. She's working on leave it when it comes to cats, rabbits and, squirrels. Lucy has made a lot of improvements on leaving cats alone, but she’s still rather temped by rabbits and squirrels, but what dog isn’t. She’s pretty calm when people come to the door, she doesn’t bark or jump, she doesn’t rush to the door, unless someone she knows and like comes over, in that case she rushes over and has the most adorable butt wiggle while doing so. She’s got great house manners and is a pleasure to have around the house.
Lucy would probably do best with someone willing to re-enforce her manners, inside the house (sitting and waiting to be let out, waiting for her food etc.) not because she needs it inside the house (on the contrary, she’s gem to live with) but because it helps her with her reactivity on walks. She’s come a long way with her reactivity, she can now walk past calm dogs on the other side of the street without raising a fuss and settles quickly if she requires a correction (the occasional outburst still happen, mostly when other dogs are also reactive or they catch us by surprise). She’s also learned that she needs to listen to people or her walks, and although she’s still working on her walk manners, she’s come a long way.
Lucy would be best going to home with someone who has more dog experience and would be willing to work with her on her reactivity. Lucy should probably go to a home with a high fence. Although she’s very happy in a yard, she can be quite tempted by rabbits and squirrels and might be part rabbit as she can leap quite high. She’s a very smart girl and would do well with someone who’s both active and would like to train her. She’s a wonderful dog who’s very friendly and affectionate and loves to be around people.
If you would like to meet this beautiful girl, please email
adoptmasr@gmail.com
for more information
Archer is finally ready for his very own family!
This very handsome young man is waiting for his own forever family!
Beautiful Archer is available for adoption and what a dog someone will be lucky enough to have!
Archer is very smart with a high prey drive (not suitable for a home with cats or bunnies) and a strong desire to learn!
Very food motivated. House and crate trained, Archer is an outgoing happy guy! He is gentle and will take treats from his foster mom's mouth.
If you would like to meet this gorgeous boy, please email adoptmasr@gmail.com for more information.
This very handsome young man is waiting for his own forever family!
Beautiful Archer is available for adoption and what a dog someone will be lucky enough to have!
Archer is very smart with a high prey drive (not suitable for a home with cats or bunnies) and a strong desire to learn!
Very food motivated. House and crate trained, Archer is an outgoing happy guy! He is gentle and will take treats from his foster mom's mouth.
If you would like to meet this gorgeous boy, please email adoptmasr@gmail.com for more information.
