Hi! My name is Jacob, but my foster mom calls me Jake, or 'His Royal Goofiness'. I am between 1 and 2 years old, 68 pounds, and am neutered. I could stand to put on a few pounds, but at dinner time I am more concerned about getting kisses from my foster mom than eating much. I am hesitant in new situations, but I am soon giving kisses and am quite curious. My foster mom says I am one of the smartest dogs she has fostered. I only have to be told once and I remember what to do. I know some commands and am quite proud of my 'heel'. I am athletic, jog every day with her and would make a great walking/jogging buddy. I bonded quickly to my foster mom. I'll go in a crate when she is not home but I'm quite skilled at getting out on my own. I then enjoy doing creative things to keep myself occupied. I like most dogs, but if they give me a rough time I nip them on the behind. I want to be your best friend. I have energy but I settle down when you are reading or watching TV. I want to give you kisses and snuffle sweet nothings in your ear. Would you give me a forever home?

Although donations of all types are needed, our primary need is foster homes for our lovely dogs while they wait for their new family to find them. Fostering is an extremely rewarding experience. Vet care is paid for by our rescue, and we can even provide you with food. All YOU need to add is love and security.

The adoption process starts with the applicant filling out the adoption application. This can happen at any time during the process, before or after having met a GSD that might be the ideal companion. (It's an advantage to have a pre-approved application on file with VGSR. It should be stressed here that being pre-approved does not mean that any potential adopter can select any available dog at will and take that dog home immediately. VGSR will exercise its best judgement as to which GSD will be the best match for that specific adopter based on a number of qualifying criteria. Many GSDs that come to us are matched up with their new people very quickly because their people have been pre-approved.) The applicant then submits the application form with a non-refundable $10.00 processing fee. VGSR reviews the application, then schedules an interview and home visit during which a number of questions are asked and the home is reviewed to be sure there is a contained/safe yard, and to meet the family involved. Once the application is approved, the applicant is asked to submit a $200.00 donation to VGSR, and the adoption is completed.

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