Marge Gunderson

Meet Marge Gunderson, a beautiful, big-hearted girl with brains, personality and plenty of love to share!

Intelligent, funny, affectionate and full of life, Marge is the sort of dog who wants to be wherever her people are. Whether it’s joining you for a walk, hopping in the car for an adventure (with her head firmly out the window, naturally) or curling up for a serious cuddle session, she’s happiest when she’s included.

As a German Wirehaired Pointer, Marge is an active, clever working breed who needs more than a quick lap around the block. She thrives with regular exercise, mental stimulation and opportunities to explore. Leave her with nothing to do for too long and she’s likely to get a little bored – this is a girl who wants to get out there and enjoy life!

Her ideal home
Marge would love an active household where she can be part of the action. Think family outings, weekend adventures, walks, runs and being included in everyday life. She could be a wonderful match for an active couple or a family with older children who are keen to play and spend time with her.

A home with a decent-sized yard and room to stretch her legs would be ideal. She is not suited to inner-city living and would be much happier in a suburban or semi-rural environment with space to explore.

Marge adores human company, but she can manage some time home alone once her exercise needs have been met – provided she has access to the couch, of course!

Energy level
High! Marge needs two substantial walks a day if she’ll be spending time at home, along with plenty of opportunities for activity and enrichment. The good news is that once she’s had a decent outing, she’s quite happy to settle in and relax for a few hours. She’s also perfectly happy to enjoy a sleep-in if the rest of the household is doing the same.

Children
Marge is a gentle, affectionate girl who could be a lovely companion for children aged eight and over. She would enjoy having older kids to play with and spend time alongside. A home with toddlers may not be the best fit, as Marge needs plenty of attention and an active lifestyle.

Other pets
Marge is best suited to being the only dog in the home. She can enjoy a good play with dogs her own size, but she is selective about her canine friends and is not suited to small dogs, particularly those who bark or rush up to her unexpectedly.

She can be reactive on lead, so her adopter will need to be comfortable continuing to work on this and helping her navigate encounters with other dogs. She is not suited to a home with cats or birds.

Training and support
Maggie’s Rescue is committed to Marge’s ongoing training and wants to set her up for success in her new home. We will provide two complimentary training sessions with her adopter to help work through her leash reactivity and support a smooth transition into her new life.

Marge is a clever girl with so much to offer. With an active home, continued guidance and plenty of opportunities to be part of the fun, she’ll make a wonderfully devoted companion.

If you’re looking for an adventure buddy who’ll also happily claim a spot on the couch and shower you with affection, Marge might just be your girl!