Belgian Tervuren puppies and dogs in Olathe, Kansas

You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.XANDER is an affectionate 10-11 year old high Belgian Terv mix who needs a quiet home with an experienced trainer.    BACKGROUND: Dumped in a shelter by his family at 4 yrs old. They cited “behavior” issues but didn’t say what those were. Owners appeared to have multiple dogs and needed to get rid of at least one. Owners had not socialized him outside the home at all.   TEMPERAMENT / BEHAVIOR: Needs and adores his daily walks – he’s a scent dog and will stop at every scent if allowed. Overly excited in first part of his walk but calms down and largely stops pulling after that. Needs that daily outlet but walks needn’t be long (around 20 minutes satisfies him tho he enjoys longer. Gets very excited when you come home, jumps and barks and has to be reminded every time sit and be quiet. Hates the crate and is usually in it only as a time-out while foster is home. Xander is a unique dog! He’s got two distinct sides: a loving, goofy boy AND an aggressive reactor to strange people and dogs.    The Goofy side:  Crate trained House trained Dream house manners, calm and well behaved Doesn’t play with toys or other dogs A foodie – always ready to eat and will steal food left out Loves to lay in your lap if allowed Moderate prey drive – responds well to “leave it” command on walks when seeing small critters, will chase in the yard but breaks off pretty easily Loving to “his” person Downright pushy about getting head rubs, tummy rubs, and just generally being close to and touched by you Has “jack-in-the-box” energy – will go from sound sleep to jumping around in a split second. The Reactive side: On leash will react to strange people and dogs. Has gotten better about leaving people alone but still very reactive to other dogs. When off-leash will allow strangers to handle him but will go after other dogs Stubborn  TRAINING: His training was progressing until the pandemic hit, and then it was severely affected. Because his training was all about exposing him to people and other dogs – walks, public places, etc. – all that simply stopped for 2-1/2 years. When things started to lift, he saw a neighbor he was once friendly with and was aggressive to her without warning. Although he was on walks every day during the pandemic, there were no other people or dogs out – and it became apparent when it was over that he had retreated into isolation. His foster home is a single-person, quiet home so even that activity was limited. His training has started to pick back up but the pandemic was a huge setback for him – he’s more reactive now than he was before the pandemic. His new family MUST be extremely strong canine leaders, MUST continue well-controlled socialization and training, and MUST be in control at all times.  OTHER ANIMALS: Can be an only pet or live with another dog. Recommend females only, large breed, and non-dominant, respectful dog. Currently lives with a foster sibling, a 5 yr old female GSD. Has lived with several females at a time, all large dogs such as GSDs. Needs a proper introduction at first, and if the other dog is energetic they need to be separated until they get to know each other really well – he likes his space until he bonds with the other dog. He enjoys the presence and companionship of another dog, and will even curl up close to them once they’re bonded and totally used to each other. Does NOT like a dog who constantly gets in his face or tries to force play on him. A ‘live and let live’ kind of guy.  SMALL ANIMALS: No cats or small dogs. May eventually be able to live with a smaller dog but not currently recommended unless adopter is extremely experienced with longer crate-and-rotate methods. PEOPLE: Loves his people but is a challenge to introduce to strangers. CHILDREN: No kids.   MEDICAL: Up-to-date on all vaccines, has a current rabies tag, is spayed and has been microchipped. Has no known medical issues.   REQUIREMENTS: Will be adopted only to an extremely strong canine leader who is a highly experienced with difficult dogs and aggressive reactivity. A professional trainer is ideal and STRONGLY preferred. Secure 6-foot physical fence is mandatory.   XANDER'S ADOPTION FEE:   $250 This fee covers only part of what we spend to vet, board and rehab the dogs we save. On average we spend over $450 on each dog. We made a decision to keep our adoption fee at the 2005 level even though vet prices have doubled and tripled since then. We are constantly fundraising to cover the deficit. At minimum, your adoption fee includes the dog's spay/neuter, heartworm test, heartworm treatment if needed, rabies shot, distemper/parvo shot, bordatella shot, deworming, monthly heartworm and flea preventives, and microchip. In many cases it also includes surgery and various types of vet treatment for standard issues such as hot spots, ear infections and so on.INTERESTED IN ADOPTING XANDER?Complete an Adoption Application Now!Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.STOP!! READ THIS BEFORE YOU GO ANY FURTHER! We're picky about our adopters.  Are you sure you're up to having a GSD?  They're not for everyone.  They take a lot of time, effort, training.  They shed year round.  They're big.  They scare lots of people.  They 'mouth' and herd.  They're usually strong-willed and stubborn.  You have to have references and a home visit.  If you're not willing or able to deal with any of this, please don't waste your time or ours applying.   Will the dog be an inside family pet? We do not adopt to outdoor-only homes. All dogs must be indoor dogs. Do you leave your dog outdoors when you're not home?   We do not adopt to homes that leave their animals outside when they're gone.  You must put your dogs indoors when you're gone.  A 3 yr old adopted MOGS dog died when the owners went to run errands, left her outdoors, the gate was somehow opened, and she was hit by a car.  Tragic and 100% preventable. Even privacy fences get broken into.  Gates are opened.  Thieves steal dogs. Never leave your dog outdoors when you're not home!! What's your plan for unexpected events and major changes?  New baby? Divorce?  Moving?   How you will provide for your dog if your family breaks up?  Will you make a lifetime commitment?  It's your responsibility to keep your dog safe, loved and cared for FOR LIFE.  Do you understand we expect you to keep that lifetime commitment?  It's YOUR RESPONSIBILITY to stick by your family member -- no matter what. Are you unable or unwilling to make a lifetime commitment? Do not apply.   Have Questions? Email us at mogsrescue@gmail.com Thank you for considering a homeless dog or cat.July 11, 2025, 3:05 pm

“Jeeper’s Creepers… you want to adopt ME?” Did I hear that right? Because with these big ol' ears, I usually catch everything, and I’m pretty sure I heard the best news evah!!! Let me check the clues… 🔎 Clue 1: You want a young, fun-sized Shepherd-ish pup with giant ears and a ton of enthusiasm. ✔️ That’s me. Clue 2: You’re looking for a dog who’s house trained, crate trained, sleeps through the night, and knows sit, down, kennel, and “OK!” for meals. ✔️ Still me. Clue 3: You love a dog who’s smart, needs consistent training and exercise to be his best. I mean, I need to get that puppy energy out, right? ✔️ I’m your guy. Clue 4: You have older kids or tolerant dog friends who won’t mind my playful side! ✔️ Perfect match. Clue 5: You want a dog who adores toys! Puzzles, Kongs, stuffies, & chew bones… you name it. ✔️ My specialty. Clue 6: You want a happy and funny pup who makes you laugh daily and will grow into a 35–40 lb loyal companion. ✔️ That’s exactly who I’m becoming. So if all these clues line up… Then I definitely heard you right with these big ol' ears! So, please click that link below and fill out an application to adopt me! I'm ready to meet you! Jeepers is neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped. He’ll come to you current on preventatives for heartworm and flea/tick. His adoption fee is $275. Apply to adopt him at PawsitiveTailsKC.org. 🖤🤎❤️🧡💛💚💙💜🤍💜💙💚💛🧡❤️🤎🖤 APPLY @ PawsitiveTailsKC.org 🖤🤎❤️🧡💛💚💙💜🤍💜💙💚💛🧡❤️🤎🖤

If you know German Shepherds, you know they are a special breed. Due to their high intelligence levels, they require a family who knows how to fulfill their needs and understand their thought processes.   Chex is a one-year-old German Shepherd mix weighing approximately 60 pounds. This handsome boy has German Shepherd smarts. He knows to ring the bells hanging on the door to let his people know he needs to go out to do his business. He rests quietly in his crate at night, but he also enjoys sleeping on the couch or the floor. Chex has learned several commands, such as sit, stay, lay, down and even please. He is working on his leash manners, and as a strong boy, he will need help controlling his strength while on a leash.   Chex’s favorite toys are the squeaky types! He views his toys as a challenge and loves to see how quickly he can tear them apart. Yep, sturdy toys are needed for this tough chewer. He has a lot of energy and loves to play with his people. You don’t need to do much if he has zoomies; he will do all the running for you. This athletic guy is ready to learn the agility course and would probably dominate his competition.    Chex adores the kiddos in his foster home. His foster mom told us that he adjusts his play intensity according to the child’s size and age. The kids in the home are all over the age of 10, and it would be best if his forever home is aware he is very protective of “his” kids. We believe Chex felt the need to protect himself and the women and children in his prior home. He is looking for a home where he is allowed to trust on his terms. It will take time and patience for him to learn he is safe and does not need to protect anyone in the home.   If you know you are Chex’s hero, please fill out an adoption application to set up a meet and greet. You can do that at PawsitiveTailsKIC.org. He is neutered and up to date on vaccinations, as well as flea, tick, and heartworm control. His adoption fee is $175. 🖤🤎❤️🧡💛💚💙💜🤍💜💙💚💛🧡❤️🤎🖤 APPLY @ PawsitiveTailsKC.org 🖤🤎❤️🧡💛💚💙💜🤍💜💙💚💛🧡❤️🤎🖤   Chex deserves a happily ever after; are you the one to give that to him?  

🐈🐈Cat-friendly 🐈🐈 🌟🌟If only there were a televised pageant that’s the dog equivalent of Miss America. Wren could win the whole thing!🌟🌟 She has brains, poise, talent and of course beauty. 💃 All that, at only 11 months old. Wren is a German Shepherd/pittie mix with brindle for dayssss, and she’ll likely weigh around 75 lbs. as an adult. She is active and intelligent and enjoys playing, especially with treat-dispensing puzzles and other mentally stimulating activities. She comes when she is called, and she’s learning commands – she is the kind of dog who’d be capable of taking her training to the next level. Already, she takes correction easily from people and from other dogs; she can really read the room and respond accordingly. Chew toys are a favorite for those growing teeth, particularly antlers and buffalo horns, and she loves to chase the ball around and play fetch. She’s excited to walk on the leash and wants and needs regular exercise. Wren is curious and likes to see and understand everything that people and other animals are up to. She is friendly to kids and adults, and she gets along well with other dogs and with cats. She has a goofy side, and though her smarts are serious, she likes to have a good time. At night, she sleeps well in her crate. She is house-trained and crate-trained. While we won’t see her in a pageant gown anytime soon, she’s still a winner to us. Even better, she could be your winner! Wren is spayed, microchipped and up-to-date on age-appropriate vaccines. She’ll come to you current on heartworm preventative and flea/tick prevention. Her adoption fee is $275. To meet her, get approved to adopt at PawsitiveTailsKC.org. 🖤🤎❤️🧡💛💚💙💜🤍💜💙💚💛🧡❤️🤎🖤 APPLY @ PawsitiveTailsKC.org 🖤🤎❤️🧡💛💚💙💜🤍💜💙💚💛🧡❤️🤎🖤