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!
PLEASE do some research about dogs in general and German Shepherds in particular before deciding you want one. All puppies are cute and lovable but if you don't understand the history & purpose of the breed, you won't be prepared for the reality of a German Shepherd or Shepherd cross pup. They are known worldwide for their unmatched loyalty, their endless courage and stamina, and their devotion to their family. BUT they are a remarkably intelligent dog that require a calm consistent leader to teach them manners and we have to EARN that loyalty we all desire. German Shepherds are a member of the Herding Group. Their original purpose was to provide protection to herds of sheep. They are naturally protective and also driven to "herd". As puppies, they are rough, very high drive, nipping little alligators. Chasing anything is FUN and many Shepherds are "prey" driven which means, cats and rabbits and birds are all "fair game" to your puppy. You MUST be prepared to accept the challenge that a Shepherd or Shepherd cross pup will provide you with or please don't apply for one. A dog should be for LIFE, and all family members should be onboard with expectations of acceptable behavior and responsibility. We can offer guidance and direction but be prepared to engage the support of a professional trainer if you are new to owning a Shepherd or Shepherd cross pup or adult. The amount of effort a person puts into any dog or pup will determine the outcome of owning one of these amazing animals.
Important information about our spay/neuter policy.
Today I am sharing an important post for anyone who is considering adopting a dog or puppy from us. We are a rescue which means that 1) every single one of us are volunteers and that 2) every single one of us care deeply about each and every animal that crosses our path. We aren't the biggest or best known rescue, we aren't even the longest in operation here in Manitoba, although we are close. But we have been donating our time, our efforts, our knowledge for almost 16 years now. It's a LOT of work but it is worth it for the hundreds and hundreds of dogs we have helped. We believe in the value of EVERY SINGLE dog, this is not a numbers game or a competition. From the moment we say "yes, we can help", until the moment a dog goes to his/her forever home, we devote everything we have to that individual dog or puppy. We feed only good quality food and we provide top-notch veterinary care, regardless of our current bank account. We provide full vaccinations and heartworm protection and everything else that pops up. Our foster homes and forever homes are checked thoroughly. And we provide extensive detailed information to our fosters and our adopters. Basically we do everything we know in order to offer the very best care we can to each and every dog we meet, FOREVER.
Having said all that, there is one area that we know we can improve on and that is delaying all spays and neuters until after a dog or puppy has reached maturity. The research supporting this has been available for decades, this is nothing new. The hormones responsible for many things important to the health and development of dogs are lost once the animal has been altered. These hormones play such an important part in the overall wellbeing of each and every dog. (I don't need to go into all the details - if you are interested, there is a huge amount of information online.) Being a rescue though means that we are expected to alter everything, and we certainly do and always have. But we alter at a date chosen to give the dog the best possible opportunity to develop properly. Our contract currently states that we will schedule altering after 7 months for females and 10 months for males, but we are changing this, effective immediately. We are scheduling all dogs now for dates after they have reached their one year birthday.
What does this mean for you, our future adopters? Well, it means that if you adopt a female pup from us, chances are that she may have a heat cycle before she is spayed. If you aren't willing to "deal with" a heat cycle, don't adopt a female. It's a normal part of maturing for all females, and it is a question of making certain sacrifices for approximately 3 weeks THAT WILL BENEFIT YOUR DOG FOR THE REMAINDER OF HER LIFE. Simple really. Same with males. Male dogs may typically mark things... again, perfectly normal dog behavior. If you can't bear to have a dog mark things, don't adopt a male (some females mark as well but most often it is males). If you aren't willing to teach your male dog what is appropriate marking (trees) versus what is not appropriate (furniture), don't adopt a male. We have been pushing this information since the day we started and have delayed spays and neuters for as long as possible with our adopters. Nothing really has changed except that we are now making it official that the one year mark is our new minimum age. This will hopefully be a deterrent to adopters who wish for Fido to never fully mature. Our Fidos certainly will. We are not worried about accidental litters. To date we have not had even one "whoops" litter in any of our dogs. Because there really is no need or excuse for an unwanted pregnancy if you adopt to responsible people. And we will all continue to work hard to insure that our dogs only go to responsible, loving, committed homes.
We are hoping that people committed to the individual health and wellbeing of each and every dog, whether purebred champion or rescued stray recognize this as a step in the right direction for the overall health and longevity of every single pup. Thank you to everyone who recognizes this post for what it is - a rescue comprised of people who genuinely care, not just for today but for all days.
Having said all that, there is one area that we know we can improve on and that is delaying all spays and neuters until after a dog or puppy has reached maturity. The research supporting this has been available for decades, this is nothing new. The hormones responsible for many things important to the health and development of dogs are lost once the animal has been altered. These hormones play such an important part in the overall wellbeing of each and every dog. (I don't need to go into all the details - if you are interested, there is a huge amount of information online.) Being a rescue though means that we are expected to alter everything, and we certainly do and always have. But we alter at a date chosen to give the dog the best possible opportunity to develop properly. Our contract currently states that we will schedule altering after 7 months for females and 10 months for males, but we are changing this, effective immediately. We are scheduling all dogs now for dates after they have reached their one year birthday.
What does this mean for you, our future adopters? Well, it means that if you adopt a female pup from us, chances are that she may have a heat cycle before she is spayed. If you aren't willing to "deal with" a heat cycle, don't adopt a female. It's a normal part of maturing for all females, and it is a question of making certain sacrifices for approximately 3 weeks THAT WILL BENEFIT YOUR DOG FOR THE REMAINDER OF HER LIFE. Simple really. Same with males. Male dogs may typically mark things... again, perfectly normal dog behavior. If you can't bear to have a dog mark things, don't adopt a male (some females mark as well but most often it is males). If you aren't willing to teach your male dog what is appropriate marking (trees) versus what is not appropriate (furniture), don't adopt a male. We have been pushing this information since the day we started and have delayed spays and neuters for as long as possible with our adopters. Nothing really has changed except that we are now making it official that the one year mark is our new minimum age. This will hopefully be a deterrent to adopters who wish for Fido to never fully mature. Our Fidos certainly will. We are not worried about accidental litters. To date we have not had even one "whoops" litter in any of our dogs. Because there really is no need or excuse for an unwanted pregnancy if you adopt to responsible people. And we will all continue to work hard to insure that our dogs only go to responsible, loving, committed homes.
We are hoping that people committed to the individual health and wellbeing of each and every dog, whether purebred champion or rescued stray recognize this as a step in the right direction for the overall health and longevity of every single pup. Thank you to everyone who recognizes this post for what it is - a rescue comprised of people who genuinely care, not just for today but for all days.
From the beginning, 16 years ago, our commitment to each and every dog has remained the same. To get them into our care where they are safe. To provide them with the best we can offer in nutrition, the best we can offer in veterinary care, providing them each with guidance, boundaries and structure. This is a basic necessity for all dogs but especially important for the previously unwanted, the fearful, the abused and/or neglected. And love. The love poured into our dogs by our amazing foster families has helped many a dog forget their less than ideal past.
Beautiful Rex didn't have a great start. And his life went from bad to worse when his owner passed away. Rex was an outdoor dog, living his entire life on one small plot of land. Never went anywhere and never exposed to so many things we all take for granted. Not abused physically but never socialized, never played with, never kept company on cold winter nights. He was just "there". After his owner died, extended family tried to help and brought Rex to Winnipeg. That didn't work out well - Rex went from a life of basic isolation to a busy home with multiple people, multiple other dogs/pets, etc. We were contacted because it was not working well at all and poor Rex had nowhere or nobody left to go to. We placed Rex into a quiet foster home with a young couple and one happy, balanced female dog. We started medical care immediately. Rex's transition was slow and filled with many ups and downs. Medically he was suffering from multiple ailments. Stress had him self mutilating and fear had him biting. But we didn't give up. Days turned into weeks, weeks turned into months, and now, almost a year later, here is our beautiful boy. No longer stressed and harming himself, no longer snapping out as a method of feeling safe. Rex has learned the joy and safety of being part of a family. He understands play now. He knows the comfort of a soft sofa to lay old tired bones on.
Rex is a senior dog and because he still has medical issues and dietary restrictions, and mainly because he deserves to live the rest of his life where he knows he is loved, we decided that Rex will remain one of MASR's permanent foster dogs. Rex remained for the rest of his days, however long that may be, with his foster family who he has grown to love and cherish. (RIP Rex - August 2024)
Rescue is so much more than a verb. It is a promise and we intend to always keep our promises to these deserving creatures.
If you want to join our team of heroes by becoming a foster family, please complete the foster application form found Here
Beautiful Rex didn't have a great start. And his life went from bad to worse when his owner passed away. Rex was an outdoor dog, living his entire life on one small plot of land. Never went anywhere and never exposed to so many things we all take for granted. Not abused physically but never socialized, never played with, never kept company on cold winter nights. He was just "there". After his owner died, extended family tried to help and brought Rex to Winnipeg. That didn't work out well - Rex went from a life of basic isolation to a busy home with multiple people, multiple other dogs/pets, etc. We were contacted because it was not working well at all and poor Rex had nowhere or nobody left to go to. We placed Rex into a quiet foster home with a young couple and one happy, balanced female dog. We started medical care immediately. Rex's transition was slow and filled with many ups and downs. Medically he was suffering from multiple ailments. Stress had him self mutilating and fear had him biting. But we didn't give up. Days turned into weeks, weeks turned into months, and now, almost a year later, here is our beautiful boy. No longer stressed and harming himself, no longer snapping out as a method of feeling safe. Rex has learned the joy and safety of being part of a family. He understands play now. He knows the comfort of a soft sofa to lay old tired bones on.
Rex is a senior dog and because he still has medical issues and dietary restrictions, and mainly because he deserves to live the rest of his life where he knows he is loved, we decided that Rex will remain one of MASR's permanent foster dogs. Rex remained for the rest of his days, however long that may be, with his foster family who he has grown to love and cherish. (RIP Rex - August 2024)
Rescue is so much more than a verb. It is a promise and we intend to always keep our promises to these deserving creatures.
If you want to join our team of heroes by becoming a foster family, please complete the foster application form found Here
Stuart (Stu) is in need of a foster family!
Stu is a 7 month old male German Shepherd (cross?) pup.
Friendly, good with everyone including cats.
From a rural area, being cared for by a concerned community member.
Can you help and foster this handsome young man?
We provide everything, you provide a safe environment for Stu to learn & grow while waiting for a forever family.
Join our team of heroes and apply to foster today!
Foster application located on our website at:
www.manitobaallshepherdrescue.com
Stu is a 7 month old male German Shepherd (cross?) pup.
Friendly, good with everyone including cats.
From a rural area, being cared for by a concerned community member.
Can you help and foster this handsome young man?
We provide everything, you provide a safe environment for Stu to learn & grow while waiting for a forever family.
Join our team of heroes and apply to foster today!
Foster application located on our website at:
www.manitobaallshepherdrescue.com
Welcome to two beautiful girls, Stella and Athena !
Stella is a six year old pregnant female German Shepherd, due to whelp on October 9th (estimated date based on x-rays). After living outdoors her entire life & having multiple litters (the last two litters didn't survive), Stella is now receiving the best possible care we can offer to provide her unborn babies with a chance for survival. Stella has had a long-term, serious ear infection which has caused both ear canals to close (Stenosis) and we are unable to properly treat her because of her pregnancy. Once her pups are weaned, proper treatment will begin and surgery is likely. Stella is an absolute gem of a dog. Sweet & gentle with everyone. Welcome to your new life Stella !
Athena is a very pretty, happy & healthy 7 week old female Shepherd cross pup. Already at such a young age, she has mastered the ability to draw people in with her beautiful expressive eyes. Athena was found as a stray in a rural area and cared for by a community member until rescue could be found. She is doing great learning proper house manners and doing very well with her foster family. Welcome to your new and very bright future Athena !
Stella is a six year old pregnant female German Shepherd, due to whelp on October 9th (estimated date based on x-rays). After living outdoors her entire life & having multiple litters (the last two litters didn't survive), Stella is now receiving the best possible care we can offer to provide her unborn babies with a chance for survival. Stella has had a long-term, serious ear infection which has caused both ear canals to close (Stenosis) and we are unable to properly treat her because of her pregnancy. Once her pups are weaned, proper treatment will begin and surgery is likely. Stella is an absolute gem of a dog. Sweet & gentle with everyone. Welcome to your new life Stella !
Athena is a very pretty, happy & healthy 7 week old female Shepherd cross pup. Already at such a young age, she has mastered the ability to draw people in with her beautiful expressive eyes. Athena was found as a stray in a rural area and cared for by a community member until rescue could be found. She is doing great learning proper house manners and doing very well with her foster family. Welcome to your new and very bright future Athena !
WELCOME STARR!
Introducing Starr! Beautiful Starr is an eight-year-old female German Shepherd whose owner was no longer able to care for her.
We are still getting to know this lovely girl but she is settling in nicely. Here is what her foster family has to say about her:
"She is a beautiful girl and I can’t express enough how impressed I am with her. She is so good. She comes when called. Is great with cats. She is gentle and laid back. She seems to like everyone and is not big on barking. She doesn’t chew anything but is also not big into toys. She is crate-trained, will go in when asked, and doesn’t whine or cry. She will love to follow you and rest by your side. She does not jump up on people and knows not to jump on furniture. All around she is a great dog."
Starr is not yet available for adoption but should be soon.
Introducing Starr! Beautiful Starr is an eight-year-old female German Shepherd whose owner was no longer able to care for her.
We are still getting to know this lovely girl but she is settling in nicely. Here is what her foster family has to say about her:
"She is a beautiful girl and I can’t express enough how impressed I am with her. She is so good. She comes when called. Is great with cats. She is gentle and laid back. She seems to like everyone and is not big on barking. She doesn’t chew anything but is also not big into toys. She is crate-trained, will go in when asked, and doesn’t whine or cry. She will love to follow you and rest by your side. She does not jump up on people and knows not to jump on furniture. All around she is a great dog."
Starr is not yet available for adoption but should be soon.
HELP NEEDED !
We are in urgent need for a whelping home for beautiful Stella.
This poor girl is pregnant and in someone's care temporarily. She is suffering with possibly allergies (?) fly bitten ears, possibly ear mites. She has been an outdoor dog used for breeding purposes her entire life, having had multiple litters.
In spite of the hardships Stella has faced, we are told she is a kind, gentle girl.
We are desperate to get Stella into our care where she can receive medical attention, a good diet and deliver her babies safely.
Stella urgently needs a hero! If you think that you can provide this poor girl with a safe, quiet location to have her pups, please complete our online foster application.
Stella and us thank you!
This poor girl is pregnant and in someone's care temporarily. She is suffering with possibly allergies (?) fly bitten ears, possibly ear mites. She has been an outdoor dog used for breeding purposes her entire life, having had multiple litters.
In spite of the hardships Stella has faced, we are told she is a kind, gentle girl.
We are desperate to get Stella into our care where she can receive medical attention, a good diet and deliver her babies safely.
Stella urgently needs a hero! If you think that you can provide this poor girl with a safe, quiet location to have her pups, please complete our online foster application.
Stella and us thank you!
Sending out a huge thank you to Tiny Treasures Mobile Farm and Canvasback Pet Supplies for hosting Manitoba All Shepherd Rescue's & Winnipeg Boxer Rescue's adoption day event yesterday!
The day started out WET and windy but thankfully, the rain let up and we had a great day!
We had some issues trying to keep our auction prizes & baking dry plus keep things from blowing away but our enterprising volunteers made everything work!
We had some difficulties videoing our draw but the videos will (hopefully) be posted later. All winners have been notified and prizes picked up. Congratulations to all winners!
What a delight the Tiny Treasures Mobile Farm animals are! Make sure to check them out at any one of their multiple events.
The biggest thank you (as always) is to our simply wonderful volunteers & fosters! Whether wrapped in sheets, blankets & towels, a couple changes of clothes, "emergency" runs for more warm outerwear and other creative ways to deal with the weather, the show went on! We are so grateful for the dedication of some truly wonderful people!
Thank you all again!
The day started out WET and windy but thankfully, the rain let up and we had a great day!
We had some issues trying to keep our auction prizes & baking dry plus keep things from blowing away but our enterprising volunteers made everything work!
We had some difficulties videoing our draw but the videos will (hopefully) be posted later. All winners have been notified and prizes picked up. Congratulations to all winners!
What a delight the Tiny Treasures Mobile Farm animals are! Make sure to check them out at any one of their multiple events.
The biggest thank you (as always) is to our simply wonderful volunteers & fosters! Whether wrapped in sheets, blankets & towels, a couple changes of clothes, "emergency" runs for more warm outerwear and other creative ways to deal with the weather, the show went on! We are so grateful for the dedication of some truly wonderful people!
Thank you all again!
Tricks For Treats 2024 is now sold out! Thank you so much to everyone who purchased a bundle to support Manitoba All Shepherd Rescue
Thank you Tricks for Treats and to all their sponsors!
Thank you so much to all of our partners who donated to the bundles this year
PetToba
Global Pet Foods - Winnipeg St. Vital
Smack Pet Food
Pawtraits Unlimited
Trail Dog Treats
Happy Hounds Bandanas
Raise the WOOF
Urban Tails - Where Happy Pets Shop
Thank you Tricks for Treats and to all their sponsors!
Thank you so much to all of our partners who donated to the bundles this year
PetToba
Global Pet Foods - Winnipeg St. Vital
Smack Pet Food
Pawtraits Unlimited
Trail Dog Treats
Happy Hounds Bandanas
Raise the WOOF
Urban Tails - Where Happy Pets Shop
Check it out!
Once again this year, this amazing fundraiser goes towards MASR's ongoing veterinary expenses. It's a FUN time for you, your dogs, and ALL proceeds are donated to the rescue. Check out their Tricks for Treats Winnipeg Facebook page or @Tricks4TreatsWpg Instagram for updates.
Thank you Tricks for Treats and to all their sponsors!
Thank you so much to all of our partners who donated to the bundles this year
PetToba
Global Pet Foods - Winnipeg St. Vital
Smack Pet Food
Pawtraits Unlimited
Trail Dog Treats
Happy Hounds Bandanas
Raise the WOOF
Urban Tails - Where Happy Pets Shop
Once again this year, this amazing fundraiser goes towards MASR's ongoing veterinary expenses. It's a FUN time for you, your dogs, and ALL proceeds are donated to the rescue. Check out their Tricks for Treats Winnipeg Facebook page or @Tricks4TreatsWpg Instagram for updates.
Thank you Tricks for Treats and to all their sponsors!
Thank you so much to all of our partners who donated to the bundles this year
PetToba
Global Pet Foods - Winnipeg St. Vital
Smack Pet Food
Pawtraits Unlimited
Trail Dog Treats
Happy Hounds Bandanas
Raise the WOOF
Urban Tails - Where Happy Pets Shop
Welcome to the MASR family Nina and Winston! ❤
UPDATE - CHIEF !
It has been quite a while since we shared any information about our beautiful Chief.
Chief has had quite a journey to arrive at where he is now. He came into our care as an older pup from a rural community. Chief enjoyed the company of other dogs but struggled with trusting human beings. As he matured, his insecurities with people increased and he began acting very threatening & aggressive to scare people away and keep himself "safe". Thankfully, we were able to see past the fierce performance that Chief displayed and see the scared, insecure puppy begging for help.
Realizing that Chief's behavior issues were more than an average foster family could safely handle, we engaged the services of a professional dog trainer, Dan Buenaventura of DBCanineWorks. Dan took Chief into his facility and started immediately to provide Chief with the stability, direction & leadership he so badly needed. Within a couple of short weeks, Chief was confident enough to enjoy the many outings that Dan took him on and he continued to build confidence through his positive socializing experiences with a leader at his side. From Dan's care to a knowledgeable experienced foster home, dedicated to continuing the structure, leadership and socialization, Chief continued to shine!
Today our beautiful boy is a happy, calm and confident young man, very well behaved, who enjoys all of the positive attention he attracts.
Thank you to all involved in helping our beautiful Chief overcome his past and find the happiness he deserves!
Chief is now adoption pending : )
Chief has had quite a journey to arrive at where he is now. He came into our care as an older pup from a rural community. Chief enjoyed the company of other dogs but struggled with trusting human beings. As he matured, his insecurities with people increased and he began acting very threatening & aggressive to scare people away and keep himself "safe". Thankfully, we were able to see past the fierce performance that Chief displayed and see the scared, insecure puppy begging for help.
Realizing that Chief's behavior issues were more than an average foster family could safely handle, we engaged the services of a professional dog trainer, Dan Buenaventura of DBCanineWorks. Dan took Chief into his facility and started immediately to provide Chief with the stability, direction & leadership he so badly needed. Within a couple of short weeks, Chief was confident enough to enjoy the many outings that Dan took him on and he continued to build confidence through his positive socializing experiences with a leader at his side. From Dan's care to a knowledgeable experienced foster home, dedicated to continuing the structure, leadership and socialization, Chief continued to shine!
Today our beautiful boy is a happy, calm and confident young man, very well behaved, who enjoys all of the positive attention he attracts.
Thank you to all involved in helping our beautiful Chief overcome his past and find the happiness he deserves!
Chief is now adoption pending : )
Sending out a huge thank you to Ashley of Tess's Dog Training for donating a session of classes to MASR's beautiful Pearl! Also a big thank you to Dan of DBCanineWorks for some private instruction which helped us to gain better understanding of this amazing girl!
Pearl is a wonderful 1 year old female Shepherd/Malinois cross that came into our care suffering with high anxiety and a complete lack of socialization. Before any training could begin, Pearl needed some help in learning how to control her anxiety & excitement. Pearl, although very friendly, was mouthy and loud and basically a "bull in a china shop".
With guidance, direction, and a lot of patience from her foster mom, Pearl has learned so many new and much more acceptable behaviors. She really enjoyed the classes and I believe that she is as proud of herself as we all are of her! Great job Pearl & Debbie!
Thank you again to all businesses that contribute their time & talents to rescue organizations.
Pearl is a wonderful 1 year old female Shepherd/Malinois cross that came into our care suffering with high anxiety and a complete lack of socialization. Before any training could begin, Pearl needed some help in learning how to control her anxiety & excitement. Pearl, although very friendly, was mouthy and loud and basically a "bull in a china shop".
With guidance, direction, and a lot of patience from her foster mom, Pearl has learned so many new and much more acceptable behaviors. She really enjoyed the classes and I believe that she is as proud of herself as we all are of her! Great job Pearl & Debbie!
Thank you again to all businesses that contribute their time & talents to rescue organizations.
Once again sending out a big thank you to The Neon Dragon for donating their time & talent to groom our beautiful Jazz!
Please everyone, show your support to local businesses that support rescue efforts!
Please everyone, show your support to local businesses that support rescue efforts!
This is a lovely 3 minute video put together by Miho's grieving forever foster family. Miho crossed the Rainbow Bridge earlier this month with her entire family at her side.
So easy to see in the video the absolute love Miho's foster family had for our beloved Miho.... so many photos and memories of a dog that is now gone but will never be forgotten.
Thank you for sharing this video with us Cristina and family and thank you so much for loving our girl like all dogs should be loved!
So easy to see in the video the absolute love Miho's foster family had for our beloved Miho.... so many photos and memories of a dog that is now gone but will never be forgotten.
Thank you for sharing this video with us Cristina and family and thank you so much for loving our girl like all dogs should be loved!
Sending a big thank you to Pet Valu McPhillips for hosting our Adoption Day event.
Thank you to all who purchased our raffle tickets & congratulations to the winners.
Thank you to all who dropped by to meet some pretty terrific dogs & pups.
And thank you to our wonderful fosters & volunteers (as always)!
Thank you to all who purchased our raffle tickets & congratulations to the winners.
Thank you to all who dropped by to meet some pretty terrific dogs & pups.
And thank you to our wonderful fosters & volunteers (as always)!
Sending a big thank you to Talk to the Tail Niverville Grooming for the wonderful groom donated to our handsome boy Hutch!
THANK YOU to The Manitoba Pet Expo, to our wonderful fosters & amazing volunteers who attended today, to all who came by & supported our efforts by purchasing raffle tickets, and to the many who stopped by to say hello! ❤
@The Manitoba Pet Expo 2024
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Eighteen years! Yes, you read that correctly... 18 years. Manitoba All Shepherd Rescue originally opened as Manitoba German Shepherd Rescue in January of 2006.
This statement is easily relatable not only to all of us at MASR, but to all of our many fellow rescuers.
Much love and appreciation to all who support rescue efforts. Thank you.
This statement is easily relatable not only to all of us at MASR, but to all of our many fellow rescuers.
Much love and appreciation to all who support rescue efforts. Thank you.
Pearl needs a new foster
Beautiful Pearl!
Pearl is a 13 month old female German Shepherd / Malinois cross.
She comes from a neglectful background where she never received any socializing and never learned any doggie manners. Originally picked up as a stray and never claimed, we were contacted by the northern humane society where she was not doing well in a kennel environment. Flown to Winnipeg at the beginning of December, poor Pearl was extremely friendly & sweet but also terribly anxious and VERY poorly behaved. No leash manners, very mouthy (excitement), and zero idea of how to contain her excitement and anxiety. After a few weeks of settling into her foster home, Pearl had made huge changes in some areas but still exhibited very high anxiety and alarming reactivity to other dogs and basically anything "new". Once assessed by a professional dog trainer, we realized that her anxiety needed immediate medical help and we started her on a low dose of sedatives. Pearl has done amazing in the last several weeks. She lives with a resident dog and cat and has managed to learn how to behave around them. She would still like to chase the cat but understands that it is not allowed. She would really like to play with the dog but he is not yet comfortable with her "energy". Pearl still needs to learn better doggie communication skills as her pushiness is alarming to other dogs. Pearl is still a work-in-progress as many rescued dogs are. She is extremely bright and understands sit, down, crate, backup, etc. She walks nicely and is seldom reactive on her walks. She is a good eater and has learned to take treats gently now, instead of grabbing/biting as she once did. Loves people - a very sweet girl that really enjoys giving & receiving affection. Pearl is not an easy dog - understanding her can be challenging. But she is very much worth the extra effort and one day, she will make an outstanding family companion for some lucky family.
Unfortunately Pearl's current foster family are unable to keep her much longer for personal reasons and we are looking for the perfect foster or, ideally, foster-to-adopt family for her.
Each time Pearl is moved, her anxiety kicks back up a notch so we would like to move her one more time only (if at all possible). Fully house and crate trained (Pearl enjoys her crate), highly food/treat motivated and VERY ball-driven. We are not yet prepared to have Pearl adopted. She has made so much progress and we want to insure that she is given the opportunity to reach her full potential. We are offering her a structured environment, teaching her boundaries and showing her strong leadership. Once we move her into her next foster home, we will begin the gradual process of weaning her off the medications. If you feel that you can offer the structure & leadership that Pearl needs, and would one day want to share your life with an amazing 4-legged companion, we would love to hear from you. Pearl deserves only the best and we want to give it to her! All expenses are covered when you foster with MASR. We work closely with knowledgeable, experienced trainers that will guide us to insure we are on the right path. Join our team of heroes and apply to help this wonderful girl. Submit our online foster application, located on our website at: www.manitobaallshepherdrescue.com
Pearl is a 13 month old female German Shepherd / Malinois cross.
She comes from a neglectful background where she never received any socializing and never learned any doggie manners. Originally picked up as a stray and never claimed, we were contacted by the northern humane society where she was not doing well in a kennel environment. Flown to Winnipeg at the beginning of December, poor Pearl was extremely friendly & sweet but also terribly anxious and VERY poorly behaved. No leash manners, very mouthy (excitement), and zero idea of how to contain her excitement and anxiety. After a few weeks of settling into her foster home, Pearl had made huge changes in some areas but still exhibited very high anxiety and alarming reactivity to other dogs and basically anything "new". Once assessed by a professional dog trainer, we realized that her anxiety needed immediate medical help and we started her on a low dose of sedatives. Pearl has done amazing in the last several weeks. She lives with a resident dog and cat and has managed to learn how to behave around them. She would still like to chase the cat but understands that it is not allowed. She would really like to play with the dog but he is not yet comfortable with her "energy". Pearl still needs to learn better doggie communication skills as her pushiness is alarming to other dogs. Pearl is still a work-in-progress as many rescued dogs are. She is extremely bright and understands sit, down, crate, backup, etc. She walks nicely and is seldom reactive on her walks. She is a good eater and has learned to take treats gently now, instead of grabbing/biting as she once did. Loves people - a very sweet girl that really enjoys giving & receiving affection. Pearl is not an easy dog - understanding her can be challenging. But she is very much worth the extra effort and one day, she will make an outstanding family companion for some lucky family.
Unfortunately Pearl's current foster family are unable to keep her much longer for personal reasons and we are looking for the perfect foster or, ideally, foster-to-adopt family for her.
Each time Pearl is moved, her anxiety kicks back up a notch so we would like to move her one more time only (if at all possible). Fully house and crate trained (Pearl enjoys her crate), highly food/treat motivated and VERY ball-driven. We are not yet prepared to have Pearl adopted. She has made so much progress and we want to insure that she is given the opportunity to reach her full potential. We are offering her a structured environment, teaching her boundaries and showing her strong leadership. Once we move her into her next foster home, we will begin the gradual process of weaning her off the medications. If you feel that you can offer the structure & leadership that Pearl needs, and would one day want to share your life with an amazing 4-legged companion, we would love to hear from you. Pearl deserves only the best and we want to give it to her! All expenses are covered when you foster with MASR. We work closely with knowledgeable, experienced trainers that will guide us to insure we are on the right path. Join our team of heroes and apply to help this wonderful girl. Submit our online foster application, located on our website at: www.manitobaallshepherdrescue.com
Foster Needed for beautiful Chrissy!
Beautiful Chrissy is a sweet "fun size" (medium sized) female Shepherd cross. Happy, outgoing and always up for anything, Chrissy is as happy having an adventure as she is chilling at your side.
Chrissy is friendly but aloof. She makes friends, both doggie and human, on her own terms.
Chrissy is fully house trained, crate trained, has good leash manners, and is great in the car. A well behaved, very pretty girl!
Chrissy is in immediate need of a new foster or forever home! Chrissy would do well being the only dog in the family or she could live nicely with a male dog after a suitable introduction.
If you would like to meet this wonderful girl, please complete either our FOSTER or our ADOPT application form. Both are located on our website at:
www.manitobaallshepherdrescue.com
Chrissy is friendly but aloof. She makes friends, both doggie and human, on her own terms.
Chrissy is fully house trained, crate trained, has good leash manners, and is great in the car. A well behaved, very pretty girl!
Chrissy is in immediate need of a new foster or forever home! Chrissy would do well being the only dog in the family or she could live nicely with a male dog after a suitable introduction.
If you would like to meet this wonderful girl, please complete either our FOSTER or our ADOPT application form. Both are located on our website at:
www.manitobaallshepherdrescue.com
Welcome back to MASR Kimber.
Beautiful Kimber has been returned to our care after the recent passing of her adoptive "Dad" Kimber is a spayed female GSD/Malinois cross, 5 years old. Kimber is a sweet, friendly girl, although we are sure that she is missing her Dad & her home. Thankfully she was able to be placed in her previous foster home with a family that love her and will help her to adjust.
Kimber is not yet available for adoption while we work on helping her regain a healthy weight. We are not accepting adoption applications for her at this time.
Beautiful Kimber has been returned to our care after the recent passing of her adoptive "Dad" Kimber is a spayed female GSD/Malinois cross, 5 years old. Kimber is a sweet, friendly girl, although we are sure that she is missing her Dad & her home. Thankfully she was able to be placed in her previous foster home with a family that love her and will help her to adjust.
Kimber is not yet available for adoption while we work on helping her regain a healthy weight. We are not accepting adoption applications for her at this time.
Sending a big thank you to Pet Valu Transcona for giving our beautiful Starsky a spring spa day. He looks wonderful and we are are sure that he feels as good as he looks!
Please support businesses that support rescue efforts.
Pet Valu Transcona
1750 Plessis Road
(204) 777-7387
*Starsky is still waiting for his forever family.
Please support businesses that support rescue efforts.
Pet Valu Transcona
1750 Plessis Road
(204) 777-7387
*Starsky is still waiting for his forever family.
Sending a big thank you to Ashley from Tess's Dog Training and to Pooches Playhouse for hosting a terrific training seminar for our foster families! And thank you also to the volunteers & foster families in attendance!
Sending another huge thank you to The Neon Dragon for the wonderful "spaw day" our handsome Helios received!
Please support local businesses that support rescue efforts.
Please support local businesses that support rescue efforts.
Sending a HUGE thank you to Feed The Furbabies Canada for the generous donation of dog & puppy food!
Thank you also to all of the generous donors and volunteers that helped make these food donations possible for so many of us!
Thank you also to all of the generous donors and volunteers that helped make these food donations possible for so many of us!
Sadly, handsome alumni Bones has crossed over the Rainbow Bridge. Mr. Bones lived a good, full & fun life and will be deeply missed by his loving family.
We send our deepest condolences to his family and friends. Rest well sweet boy, you were so loved.
We send our deepest condolences to his family and friends. Rest well sweet boy, you were so loved.
Sadly, we recently bid farewell to another of our “forever fosters”, the indomitable Miss Miho. Miho came into our care (the second time) when her owner was no longer able to provide for her. We happily welcomed back the dog that put smiles on everyone’s faces whenever you met her – she was just such an outgoing, joyous girl.
Miho fit right into her foster family and had no intention of ever leaving. As her health unfortunately deteriorated this past year, her family went above and beyond to provide Miho with their unwavering love, support and dedication.
Recently Miho let us know that she was tired and ready to leave this world. She said her goodbyes to her friends and then, surrounded by her entire forever foster family, Miho crossed The Rainbow Bridge.
Goodbye sweet Miho… you were so loved and your memory will live forever.
“Don’t cry because it is over. Smile because it happened.”
Miho fit right into her foster family and had no intention of ever leaving. As her health unfortunately deteriorated this past year, her family went above and beyond to provide Miho with their unwavering love, support and dedication.
Recently Miho let us know that she was tired and ready to leave this world. She said her goodbyes to her friends and then, surrounded by her entire forever foster family, Miho crossed The Rainbow Bridge.
Goodbye sweet Miho… you were so loved and your memory will live forever.
“Don’t cry because it is over. Smile because it happened.”
We have some sad news to share with our dog loving community. Earlier this month one of our forever fosters, lovingly known as "Mister Rexaroo", crossed the Rainbow Bridge.
Rex joined our rescue a few years ago from a less-than-ideal situation. It became apparent very soon that Rex would never be considered a good candidate for adoption. He was a senior dog with multiple health and behavioral issues so we decided to keep him under our wing and do our best to offer him a lifetime of love, adventure, fun & friendship in the limited time he had left. And we sure succeeded. Rex had an amazing life with an amazing foster family and in his last three years of life, Rex was able to experience all that had been previously denied him.
Unfortunately, the time came to say goodbye and with his “mom” at his side, our beloved Mister Rexaroo crossed that final bridge. He is now at peace and free of pain.
Run free Big Boy… you made a huge impact on all of us who loved you so dearly. Deepest condolences to his grieving family.
“How lucky we are to have had something that made saying goodbye so hard.”
Rex joined our rescue a few years ago from a less-than-ideal situation. It became apparent very soon that Rex would never be considered a good candidate for adoption. He was a senior dog with multiple health and behavioral issues so we decided to keep him under our wing and do our best to offer him a lifetime of love, adventure, fun & friendship in the limited time he had left. And we sure succeeded. Rex had an amazing life with an amazing foster family and in his last three years of life, Rex was able to experience all that had been previously denied him.
Unfortunately, the time came to say goodbye and with his “mom” at his side, our beloved Mister Rexaroo crossed that final bridge. He is now at peace and free of pain.
Run free Big Boy… you made a huge impact on all of us who loved you so dearly. Deepest condolences to his grieving family.
“How lucky we are to have had something that made saying goodbye so hard.”
Sadly, Lady's family recently had to make the heartbreaking decision to help beautiful alumni Lady across the Rainbow Bridge. We send our deepest condolences to her grieving family and hope that the many memories of the good times will bring you some comfort.
"Between hello and goodbye there is love, so much love."
"Between hello and goodbye there is love, so much love."
Beautiful Roxy has now joined her best friend Vimy over The Rainbow Bridge. Roxy and Vimy, both MASR alumni, lived wonderful full lives and both have left forever pawprints on the hearts of all who knew them.
We send our deepest condolences to Sandy & Emma. Run free sweet Roxy, you were so loved.
We send our deepest condolences to Sandy & Emma. Run free sweet Roxy, you were so loved.
FOSTERS NEEDED!
Fans of Star Trek will remember the famous hand salute and the phrase "Live Long and Prosper". We think that "Live Long and FOSTER" is a greeting worth sharing too!
Fostering a rescued animal really does SAVE LIVES! Without foster homes, rescues can't bring in animals, most in desperate need. So our wish to all is...
Live long and prosper AND FOSTER!
* We currently have several dogs and pups in need of a foster home. *
Please apply to join our team of heroes by completing our foster application form, located on our website at:
https://www.manitobaallshepherdrescue.com/foster-application.html
Thank you! ❤
Fans of Star Trek will remember the famous hand salute and the phrase "Live Long and Prosper". We think that "Live Long and FOSTER" is a greeting worth sharing too!
Fostering a rescued animal really does SAVE LIVES! Without foster homes, rescues can't bring in animals, most in desperate need. So our wish to all is...
Live long and prosper AND FOSTER!
* We currently have several dogs and pups in need of a foster home. *
Please apply to join our team of heroes by completing our foster application form, located on our website at:
https://www.manitobaallshepherdrescue.com/foster-application.html
Thank you! ❤
Or a loving foster home.... ❤
Just a reminder that MASR functions entirely on VOLUNTEERS. There are NO paid positions, NO bonuses, NO "perks" to volunteering or fostering for us; every dollar raised goes towards expenses related to the dogs and puppies in our care!
Our small but extremely dedicated team are all devoted to making a difference for dogs & puppies in need and our reward is knowing and seeing the impact we have made on the lives of these wonderful creatures.
PLEASE remember though that these same amazing volunteers have lives apart from our rescue. Some have full-time jobs, some have continuing education commitments, ALL have families and related responsibilities, especially during this holiday season!
Please practice kindness and understand that each and every one of us are doing our very best to reply and respond to everyone in a timely manner. Thank you!
Our small but extremely dedicated team are all devoted to making a difference for dogs & puppies in need and our reward is knowing and seeing the impact we have made on the lives of these wonderful creatures.
PLEASE remember though that these same amazing volunteers have lives apart from our rescue. Some have full-time jobs, some have continuing education commitments, ALL have families and related responsibilities, especially during this holiday season!
Please practice kindness and understand that each and every one of us are doing our very best to reply and respond to everyone in a timely manner. Thank you!
Sadly, beautiful alumni Lexi has crossed the Rainbow Bridge.
We know what a loss this is for her loving forever family and we send them our deepest condolences.
Rest well sweet girl, you were so loved...
We know what a loss this is for her loving forever family and we send them our deepest condolences.
Rest well sweet girl, you were so loved...
(Borrowed from another with photo of MASR's Jane)
"My foster dog stinks to high heaven. I don’t know for sure what breed he is. His eyes are blank and hard. He won’t let me pet him and growls when I reach for him. He has ragged scars and crusty sores on his skin. His nails are long and his teeth which he showed me are stained.
I sigh.
I drove two hours for this. I carefully maneuver him so that I can stuff him in the crate. Then I heft the crate and put it in the car. I am going home with my new foster dog.
At home I leave him in the crate till all the other dogs are in the yard. I get him out of the crate and ask him if he wants ‘outside.’ As I lead him to the door he hikes his leg on the wall and shows me his stained teeth again.
When we come in he goes to the crate because that’s the only safe place he sees. I offer him food but he won’t eat it if I look at him, so I turn my back. When I come back the food is gone. I ask again about ‘outside.’ When we come back I pat him before I let him in the crate, he jerks away and runs into the crate to show me his teeth.
The next day I decide I can’t stand the stink any longer. I lead him into the bath with cheese in my hand. His fear of me is not quite overcome by his wish for the cheese. And well he should fear me, for I will give him a bath.
After an attempt or two to bail out he is defeated and stands there. I have bathed four legged bath squirters for more dog years than he has been alive. His only defense was a show of his stained teeth that did not hold up to a face full of water.
As I wash him it is almost as if I wash not only the stink and dirt away but also some of his hardness. His eyes look full of sadness now. And he looks completely pitiful as only a soap covered dog can. I tell him that he will feel better when he is cleaned. After the soap the towels are not too bad so he lets me rub him dry. I take him outside. He runs for joy. The joy of not being in the tub and the joy of being clean. I, the bath giver, am allowed to share the joy. He comes to me and lets me pet him.
His skin is healing. He likes for me to pet him. I think I know what color he will be when his hair grows in. I have found out he is terrified of other dogs. So I carefully introduce him to my mildest four legged brat. It doesn’t go well.
Two weeks later a new vet bill for an infection that was missed on the first visit. He plays with the other dogs.
Three weeks later he asks to be petted. He chewed up part of the rug.
Eight weeks later his coat shines, he has gained weight. He shows his clean teeth when his tongue lolls out after he plays chase in the yard with the gang. His eyes are soft and filled with life. He loves hugs and likes to show off his tricks, if you have the cheese.
Someone adopted him today... When they saw him the first time they said he was the most beautiful dog they had ever seen.
Six months later I got a call from his new family. He is wonderful, smart, well behaved and very loving. How could someone not want him? I told them I didn’t know. He is beautiful. They all are."
Fosters change the world, so please consider opening your home to a dog in need!
Credits
- EVERY RESCUER ACROSS OUR COUNTRY -
"My foster dog stinks to high heaven. I don’t know for sure what breed he is. His eyes are blank and hard. He won’t let me pet him and growls when I reach for him. He has ragged scars and crusty sores on his skin. His nails are long and his teeth which he showed me are stained.
I sigh.
I drove two hours for this. I carefully maneuver him so that I can stuff him in the crate. Then I heft the crate and put it in the car. I am going home with my new foster dog.
At home I leave him in the crate till all the other dogs are in the yard. I get him out of the crate and ask him if he wants ‘outside.’ As I lead him to the door he hikes his leg on the wall and shows me his stained teeth again.
When we come in he goes to the crate because that’s the only safe place he sees. I offer him food but he won’t eat it if I look at him, so I turn my back. When I come back the food is gone. I ask again about ‘outside.’ When we come back I pat him before I let him in the crate, he jerks away and runs into the crate to show me his teeth.
The next day I decide I can’t stand the stink any longer. I lead him into the bath with cheese in my hand. His fear of me is not quite overcome by his wish for the cheese. And well he should fear me, for I will give him a bath.
After an attempt or two to bail out he is defeated and stands there. I have bathed four legged bath squirters for more dog years than he has been alive. His only defense was a show of his stained teeth that did not hold up to a face full of water.
As I wash him it is almost as if I wash not only the stink and dirt away but also some of his hardness. His eyes look full of sadness now. And he looks completely pitiful as only a soap covered dog can. I tell him that he will feel better when he is cleaned. After the soap the towels are not too bad so he lets me rub him dry. I take him outside. He runs for joy. The joy of not being in the tub and the joy of being clean. I, the bath giver, am allowed to share the joy. He comes to me and lets me pet him.
His skin is healing. He likes for me to pet him. I think I know what color he will be when his hair grows in. I have found out he is terrified of other dogs. So I carefully introduce him to my mildest four legged brat. It doesn’t go well.
Two weeks later a new vet bill for an infection that was missed on the first visit. He plays with the other dogs.
Three weeks later he asks to be petted. He chewed up part of the rug.
Eight weeks later his coat shines, he has gained weight. He shows his clean teeth when his tongue lolls out after he plays chase in the yard with the gang. His eyes are soft and filled with life. He loves hugs and likes to show off his tricks, if you have the cheese.
Someone adopted him today... When they saw him the first time they said he was the most beautiful dog they had ever seen.
Six months later I got a call from his new family. He is wonderful, smart, well behaved and very loving. How could someone not want him? I told them I didn’t know. He is beautiful. They all are."
Fosters change the world, so please consider opening your home to a dog in need!
Credits
- EVERY RESCUER ACROSS OUR COUNTRY -
FULL OF BEANS DOG TRAINING
click HERE for a quick guide for dog guardians
Full of Beans Dog Training is lovingly named after Julia’s first dog – Java. As a rescue husky-shepherd mix, he was a rambunctious puppy who always had exuberant energy – as if he was “full of beans!”
Since starting the company, Julia has helped countless rescue dogs find peace and harmony in their households, de-caffeinating some of those beans they’re so hyped up on!
Julia’s training encompasses years of pet and sport dog experience. She skillfully informs her training approach from the perspective of both worlds, follows LIMA, and is an Associated Member with the IACP. Working towards her IACP-CDT, she is committed to bringing only the best, most ethical training techniques to her coaching.
We have some truly amazing dogs that have been waiting patiently for their wish to come true!
(to check out our adoptables click HERE)
(to check out our adoptables click HERE)
MASR is in urgent need for committed foster homes!
We have a list of requests to help, with more requests coming in daily. But our hands are tied without having enough suitable foster homes.
We have some wonderful, beautiful German Shepherd dogs (and GSD crosses) that need equally wonderful people to help them reach their full potential.
We provide all food and supplies and veterinary care, you provide a safe environment for them to excel.
We have a strong group of dedicated people willing to share their time, their knowledge, their experience with others and will guide you on your fostering journey.
Fostering a dog isn't a lifetime commitment - it's a commitment to saving a life. Please consider joining our team of heroes and help us to save a life. The benefits are extremely rewarding - what could be better than making a difference in the lives of innocent creatures?
Interested? Email [email protected] if you would like more information. Want to apply? Complete our online foster application located on our website at:
www.manitobaallshepherdrescue.com
We have a list of requests to help, with more requests coming in daily. But our hands are tied without having enough suitable foster homes.
We have some wonderful, beautiful German Shepherd dogs (and GSD crosses) that need equally wonderful people to help them reach their full potential.
We provide all food and supplies and veterinary care, you provide a safe environment for them to excel.
We have a strong group of dedicated people willing to share their time, their knowledge, their experience with others and will guide you on your fostering journey.
Fostering a dog isn't a lifetime commitment - it's a commitment to saving a life. Please consider joining our team of heroes and help us to save a life. The benefits are extremely rewarding - what could be better than making a difference in the lives of innocent creatures?
Interested? Email [email protected] if you would like more information. Want to apply? Complete our online foster application located on our website at:
www.manitobaallshepherdrescue.com
Being rescued must be like winning a lottery to these sweet little souls! From hunger, loneliness and fear - to happily hopping through your foster family's yard with a fully tummy and a loving family to encourage you.
This is RESCUE and our adorable Tundra is happy to show everyone just how great life can be.
(Tundra has been adopted)
(to check out our adoptables click HERE)
This is RESCUE and our adorable Tundra is happy to show everyone just how great life can be.
(Tundra has been adopted)
(to check out our adoptables click HERE)
From Rags to Riches
Beautiful senior boy Rex, one of our past FOREVER FOSTERS. Came into our care as a badly "broken" boy with too many health and behavioral issues to list, including anxiety driven self-mutilation and fear driven aggression.
Placed into a loving foster home with a four-legged "sister" to show him the ropes and patient, dedicated foster "mom" & "dad", and look at him now doing a treat search! He had been a great "big brother" to another fostered puppy, he had travelled on a family vacation meeting extended family and learned the joys that can bring.
RIP Rex
REX lived and loved his life.
NEVER give up!
Fostering Saves Lives!
Beautiful senior boy Rex, one of our past FOREVER FOSTERS. Came into our care as a badly "broken" boy with too many health and behavioral issues to list, including anxiety driven self-mutilation and fear driven aggression.
Placed into a loving foster home with a four-legged "sister" to show him the ropes and patient, dedicated foster "mom" & "dad", and look at him now doing a treat search! He had been a great "big brother" to another fostered puppy, he had travelled on a family vacation meeting extended family and learned the joys that can bring.
RIP Rex
REX lived and loved his life.
NEVER give up!
Fostering Saves Lives!
one of our past forever fosters - Rex!
Rex came into our care last March after his Saskatchewan owner passed away. Rex had been an outside dog for his entire 8 years of life and once his owner passed away, he was basically alone outside for two long stressful months, waiting for his "Dad" to return. Finally, extended family made the trip from Winnipeg and picked him up, hoping to integrate him into their family. Unfortunately the family's other four-legged residents and Rex couldn't get along and we were contacted to help. We knew that placing this boy would prove challenging. He suffered from multiple physical and emotional ailments. His entire "world" had been a farmyard and one person. He had no exposure to so many things we all take for granted. Travel, televisions, kettles, phones, other dogs, children, other people, period. We placed him in a very committed foster home where his anxiety induced behavior certainly caused some challenges. But this foster family never gave up on Rex and neither did we. Several vet visits, special veterinary diet, then homemade diet, multiple medications and supplements, and LOTS of love & patience. Exposure to new things, always in a calm and safe manner. A "bestie" female Keeshond who showed Rex the ropes. And toys! LOTS of toys! For a dog who had no idea of what a toy was, Rex sure discovered the joy a simple toy can provide. Look at him go. No more self-mutilation, no more fear induced biting... just a happy healthy dog enjoying his life!
Rex wasn't our first "forever foster" and may not be our last, there really is no way to know. What we do know though is that whatever it takes, our amazing team of heroes just keeps on giving these wonderful creatures their second chance. One special dog at a time.
If you wish to join our team of heroes, email our foster coordinators at:
[email protected]
*PUT YOUR SOUND ON : ) *
Rex came into our care last March after his Saskatchewan owner passed away. Rex had been an outside dog for his entire 8 years of life and once his owner passed away, he was basically alone outside for two long stressful months, waiting for his "Dad" to return. Finally, extended family made the trip from Winnipeg and picked him up, hoping to integrate him into their family. Unfortunately the family's other four-legged residents and Rex couldn't get along and we were contacted to help. We knew that placing this boy would prove challenging. He suffered from multiple physical and emotional ailments. His entire "world" had been a farmyard and one person. He had no exposure to so many things we all take for granted. Travel, televisions, kettles, phones, other dogs, children, other people, period. We placed him in a very committed foster home where his anxiety induced behavior certainly caused some challenges. But this foster family never gave up on Rex and neither did we. Several vet visits, special veterinary diet, then homemade diet, multiple medications and supplements, and LOTS of love & patience. Exposure to new things, always in a calm and safe manner. A "bestie" female Keeshond who showed Rex the ropes. And toys! LOTS of toys! For a dog who had no idea of what a toy was, Rex sure discovered the joy a simple toy can provide. Look at him go. No more self-mutilation, no more fear induced biting... just a happy healthy dog enjoying his life!
Rex wasn't our first "forever foster" and may not be our last, there really is no way to know. What we do know though is that whatever it takes, our amazing team of heroes just keeps on giving these wonderful creatures their second chance. One special dog at a time.
If you wish to join our team of heroes, email our foster coordinators at:
[email protected]
*PUT YOUR SOUND ON : ) *
MASR is a registered charity
we will mail out tax receipts for donations of $20 or more!
If you would like to make a donation please send your e-transfer donation to:
[email protected]
(no password needed)
Thanks to all who have helped us throughout the years already! Your generosity and kindness have helped so many dogs and pups get the second chance they deserved!
we will mail out tax receipts for donations of $20 or more!
If you would like to make a donation please send your e-transfer donation to:
[email protected]
(no password needed)
Thanks to all who have helped us throughout the years already! Your generosity and kindness have helped so many dogs and pups get the second chance they deserved!
