Thursday, June 28, 2012

Tinkerbell - Adopted



Name: Tinkerbell (Tink)
Sex: Female (altered per owner, not yet confirmed)
Breed: Cocker Spaniel
Age: 5-6 years
Location: West End, NC
 
Vet/Medical Info: Tinkerbell's owner rescued her from a previous owner and has had her only a short time.  She says that Tinkerbell is spayed and up to date on vaccines, but this has not yet been confirmed.  Tink weighs 15 pounds.  Tinkerbell was born blind.

Owner Info:  Tinkerbell's current owner rescued her from someone who posted her on Craig's List that if she didn't find a new home that day, she was going to put her to sleep.  Unfortunately, her current is unable to keep Tink because her bigger dogs are too rough with her.  She has contacted familly, friends and several rescue groups, but has had no luck yet.  Tinkerbell is an indoor dog with run of the house, is housebroken and leash trained.  She is good with other dogs, cats, and kids.  She has never shown any aggression at all.  Her owner notes it takes a couple of days for her to adjust to her surroundings but after that she does VERY well!  Tinkerbell was born blind per her owner, but other than that, she is very healthy.  Her owner believes she'd do best in a home with no larger dogs to jump on her.

Sunday, June 24, 2012

Junior - In Memory



Name:  Junior
Sex: Male (altered)
Breed: Shar Pei
Age: 1 ½ years (DOB 11/30/2010)
Location: New Oxford, PA
Vet Info:  Junior is neutered.  Junior is up to date on his rabies vaccine and is next due 3/30/15.  His owner administered Spectra 7 way vaccine on March 28th, 2012.  Junior has not been heartworm tested.  The receptionist at the vet's said Junior is a sweetheart!  He weighs 50 pounds.
Owner Info: Junior’s current owners are unable to provide the care he needs to be healthy and happy. They have contacted several Sharpei rescues via email. They have either not responded or they have told Junior’s owners they would have difficulty finding a home for him due to his special needs. Junior's current owner took him in when he was only 12 weeks old.  Junior had a mouth infection which healed with antibiotics, but then he started itching constantly.  His fur began falling out/being scratched out in large areas on his body.  The vet said that he had allergies.  His eyes were very itchy and he would rub at them all day.  He developed cherry eyes in both eyes.  They took him in to get neutered, and after his exam the vet came out and said that she could not do his surgery because he had an ulcer on his left eye.  They took him to see an optical specialist who suggested a surgery that would heal the eye, and then he would need one to fix the cherry eyes.  They scheduled the surgery for a few days later and took him home.  His eye ended up rupturing before the surgery and his eyeball needed to be removed.  Now Junior's allergies are in full force, and he is scratching himself raw.  He had also started urinating in the house. He does this off and on, and they don't know why.  They don't know what else to do for him. Junior is an indoor dog with the run of the house, he is housebroken but not leash trained. He knows the commands Junior sit, Junior come, Junior paw and Junior do you want to go out. Junior is microchipped, he is good with people and children of all ages and good with male dogs. His owners have a St Bernard/Newfie Mix (170 pounds) and they play together, sleep together and fight together – Junior's owner says it’s a love-hate relationship. Junior guards the food dishes, even though they each have their own, and sometimes guards the deck.  Their big dog backs down from Junior!   Unfortunately when they play, their large dog sometimes gets too rough, and Junior has had many wounds from their rompings.  Junior instigates these battles by growling, barking and attacking their other dog. Then a chase ensues until they are worn out.  There is a little boy next door who has teased Junior through the fence, and who runs up and down the fence between their houses and their dogs chase him. When the boy comes over, Junior grabs his clothes and tries to pull him to the ground. He has never shown aggression towards any other human besides barking if someone is talking to his owners from the other side of the fence and he does not recognise them, and he has never bothered ANY other child.  They have had many small visitors and they have two kids of our own, and he has not shown any aggression. Even though he does guard his food, it is only towards other dogs, never humans.  Junior likes to go new places on his leash and he is well behaved. They took him on vacation and he did fine, until they left him alone. He chewed on the door frame. Junior loves going for walks and car rides.  They even take him to the market and he loves the attention that he gets. Junior’s owner was diagnosed with leukemia in 2009. Junior and his owner fell in love with each other right away and he made her happy again. Once his health started going downhill alongside of his owner's, their relationship suffered. He associates her with the pain and suffering he has gone through. He runs from her when she calls his name because she has been the one to take him to all of the vet visits, administer all of his meds and eye drops and baths.  

Tuesday, June 19, 2012

Roscoe - Outcome Unknown



Name: Roscoe
Sex: Male (not altered)
Breed: Maybe Wire Haired Terrier Mix???
Age: 2 years
Location: Ironwood, MI
 
Vet/Medical Info: We have been unable to verify Roscoe’s medical information as it appears he has not been vetted recently.

Owner Info: Roscoe’s current owners took him in as a rescue, they have been trying to find the right place for him and haven't been able to. They are moving away in a month or so and cannot take him. They have put ads in the paper many times, because he is a special needs dog, they let that be known. Got a few calls, but no one was ever serious. They have been looking at sanctuarys, same thing. Owner has said they are willing to have Roscoe neutered if they can find somewhere safe for him to go. Roscoe's first owner got him from a puppy farm, they think a lot of the puppies were inbred, hence why most of them were born blind or partially blind. Roscoe was abandoned by his previous owner, his current owner and her daughter took him in, and have been trying to find a forever home ever since. Roscoe is an indoor dog with the run of the house, he is housebroken and leash trained. He knows the commands sit and shake. Roscoe is a very nervous boy until he gets to know you, he is terrified of thunder storms. He gets on well with people and children of all ages, other dogs, cats and small animals. Roscoe is partially blind and was born that way. He walks good but into walls alot. Walks on a leash, but loves to run. You just have to make sure he is in a safe area so he doesn't get hurt. Apart from his visual impairment, he is very healthy and well tempered. He is very friendly. If they do not find a home for him soon they will have to take him to the pound. 

Lady - In Foster Care




Name: Lady
Sex: Female (not altered)
Breed: Jack Russell Terrier Mix???
Age: 5 years approximately
Location: Martinez, CA
 
Vet/Medical Info: We have been unable to verify Lady’s medical information. Her owner states she had her DHLPP on 5/26/12 and her rabies on 6/8/12.

Owner Info: Lady is a beautiful girl who was rescued from a shelter, with the intention of finding her a forever home.  Unfortunately, she is now at risk of going back to the shelter. Lady is an approximately 5 year old terrier (30 - 35 pounds) her owner helped rescue from the shelter she volunteers at.  Unfortunately, she is not working out in her current foster home.  She is scaring one foster dog in particular that already has issues (he is a rescued fight ring dog, so he's terrified of other dogs generally).  She is an indoor dog confined to one area of the house and is not housebroken, but she is leash trained.  She is an outgoing girl.  They're trying to help Lady out.  The current foster home can no longer foster her, so they want to make sure Lady gets the best care possible.  She's a sweet, friendly girl. Lady has not bitten anyone since she's been out of the shelter, approximately 9 days, but we know nothing about her prior history.  Because of her blindness, she has a higher startle than a sighted dog, so we wouldn't recommend her going to a home with children unless the adults are very experienced and responsible.  Lady loves to play ball and has a hard mouth while doing so.  She lives to play, but will not let you take the ball from her.  She did not snap or bite in that situation but gave a clear warning that she did not want to give up the ball.  When she is ready to go after the ball again, she will bring it to you, drop it and nudge you to throw it for her.  She has a very soft mouth when taking treats.  She was found as a stray in a field, but they believe she was someone's dog at some point.  Lady is slowly coming out of her shell, she has not been particularly affectionate or a seeker of physical contact, but she does want to sit by her temporary foster whenever she is around.  They also believe that she can be in a home with other dogs as long as they are not right up in her face, she is doing fine with two of her foster's three dogs. They would dearly love to give this girl a chance to come out of her shell and live.

GiGi - In BDRA Foster Care



Name: GiGi
Sex: Female (altered)
Breed: Miniature Poodle
Age: 12 years approximately
Location: Holland, PA
 
Vet/Medical Info: We have been unable to verify GiGi’s medical information as the vet her owner took her to is unknown. Her caregiver has stated she is spayed, up to date with vaccinations and heartworm negative.

Owner Info: GiGi’s owner went into a nursing home and when the family wanted to put her into a kill shelter, the owners landlord that is involved with dog rescue said she would take GiGi. They gave GiGi to her and left. Since she may have cataracts, she would not just give her to anybody. She seems to be able to see a little bit. GiGi is an indoor dog with the run of the house, she is housebroken and leash trained. Gigi is good with adults, it is unknown if she is good with children and other animals. At the moment GiGi is living in the landlords office as she has another dog that would not take kindly to GiGi being in the house. She appears to be a very young 12 years, very alert and curious about everything. She will try and keep GiGi with her. At night she will keep her separated from the others and she will come to work with her during the day.

BooBoo - Adopted



Name: BooBoo
Sex: Male (not altered)
Breed: Boxer
Age: Unknown
Location: Greensboro, NC
 
Vet/Medical Info: BooBoo is a stray so medical history is unknown.

Owner Info: BooBoo was a stray found in his current owners neighborhood three weeks ago. They feel that he was possibly put out as they live on a dead end road. They have four other dogs and don’t feel they can provide him proper care. They also have a swimming pool that is a danger to him, he has fallen in however, their son was able to get him out. They have fenced around the pool, but he still managed to get over the fence. When BooBoo (that’s the name they have given him) showed up, they had him checked for a microchip, contacted the local shelter to have him placed on the found list, placed at ad on Craigslist and posted him on the National Lost and Found Database. No one has claimed him. BooBoo is living as an indoor dog with the run of the house, he is housebroken and leash trained. He's an outgoing boy, good with adults and teenagers and good with other dogs. He is completely blind as far as they can tell, his eyes are cloudy. He has adapted well to his new surroundings. He seems to have been taken good care of. He does have scars above his eyes that may be from running into things. He eats well. BooBoo is very sweet. They would love to keep him, but working outside of the home, they feel that it is not safe for him.

Brittany - Staying With Owner



Name: Brittany
Sex: Female (altered)
Breed: Peke
Age: 12 or 13 years
Location: Alfred, ME


Vet/Medical Info:  Brittany is up to date with her rabies and distemper; both are due again on February 17, 2014.  She has been spayed.  Her last HW test was in June of 2009 and the last time her owner bought preventative from the vet for Brittany was in 2006.  The vet noted in December of 2011 in the record that "the owner thinks she can't see" and that there is "decreased visual acuity." The last time Brittany was seen at the vet office was in February of 2012 for her ears.  Brittany weighs 16 pounds.

Owner Info: Brittany needs to be rehomed because her owner is moving and cannot take her.  She is currently at her owner's parents' home, but is not doing too well there.  Brittany is an indoor dog, housebroken and leash trained, and knows sit, lay down, no, get down, come here, go potty.  She is good with adults and teenagers, male dogs and cats, but is nervous around younger children, especially ones who are rough with her.  Since her eye sight has declined, she is more jumpy and a bit nervous when you first touch her and she doesn't see your hand coming at her. She is not naturally a nippy dog unless she is provoked. She has mostly snapped and bitten people (she has never broken skin) because they have teased her and she doesn't like it. Also she has snapped a few times because someone walked too close to her and she didn't like it, but she doesn't do that often. She has also snapped at her owner's young nephew because he teases her and chases her and she doesn't like it so she will growl and snap at him. She hates going to the vets and shows definite aggression towards them when they try to examine her, give her shots, etc. She also shows aggression to small children who chase her and tug at her and try to tease her, but she does love children who are calm with her and she will go up to them and ask to be loved. She does not like to be rough housed with and is not a big fan of being picked up and held. She is only possessive with her toys if another dog tries to take them. She is not food aggressive or toy aggressive with people. She also gets nippy when you touch her feet and try to clip her nails.  She is starting to have trouble getting down stairs and walking on sidewalks because she has a hard time seeing the edge of them. As long as you show her where her bed is, where her bowls are, and where the door is to go outside, she should be okay. The vet checked her eyes and said she is losing the pigment in her eyes and she gets bad eye discharge. She is supposed to have eye drops in her eyes but it is hard to put them in because she gets nippy. She has a hard time seeing up close and far away.  She is also prone to hot spots and ear infections, and is starting to get arthritis.  Brittany is a very loving and loyal dog and her impairment should not alter that. She will love the people that take her in and give her a good home.    

Her owner repeats that none of her bites have broken the skin. She has only bitten people who agitate her, she NEVER snaps at someone without a reason. Like if a stranger enters the home she is very friendly but if someone enters her space and she feels agitated she will growl first and then snap if you don't move away. She always gives a warning growl first.   She is a sweet dog unless she is provoked.

Saturday, June 16, 2012

Solomon - At No-Kill Shelter



Name: Solomon
Sex: Male (altered)
Breed: GSD/Husky Mix
Age: 3 years old
Location: Rock, MI

Vet/Medical Info:  Solomon is neutered.   He was due for all vaccines including rabies, bordatella and dhpp, in March of 2011.  He has not had a recent heartworm test.  They had no other medical information and were unable to give any information on his eyes, but his owner says that his vision is totally corrected; had bilateral cataracts, but they were corrected with surgery. Had recent eye exam by ophthalmologist; results were totally normal.  Solomon weighs 100 pounds.

Owner Info: Solomon is a 3 year old GSD/Husky mix and he is a lovebug!  Solomon is an excellent dog; however, he chases livestock. His owners run a farm sanctuary and he has chased and injured one of their horses and goats. Solomon has never shown any aggression towards people.  He is an indoor dog with run of the house, and is housebroken and leash trained.  According to his owner, he is good with men, women, teenagers, other dogs, and cats.  Solomon is in excellent health, and is happy and outgoing. His owner believes he would do well in a family environment. He loves to be with his people.         

Friday, June 15, 2012

Lily - In BDRA Foster Care


Name: Lily
Sex: Female (not altered)
Breed: Black Labrador Mix
Age: 6 weeks
Location: Paw Paw, MI
 
Vet/Medical Info: Lily has had her first shot.  She is too young to be spayed and to have a heartworm test.  
The vet noted in the records that Lily appears to be blind.  No other health information was provided, 
although the vet office noted that Pam is a good owner’. 

Owner Info: DOB 4/8/2012. I rescued a female black lab from the pound. She had 8 puppies – 4 choc males, 3 black males and one choc female. The pups just turned 6 weeks old, and the little female was diagnosed with retinal dysplasia. The vet said she has very little vision and could very well go blind. Lily is very sweet, and it made me sick 
when my friend said we should just put her to sleep. I  just want her to have a wonderful home 
where someone loves and appreciates her. Lily was placed with 
a young man who didn't feel he could be there enough for her with her situation. Lily is living 
indoors, confined to one area of the house. She has learnt that if she is quiet and sits, she gets 
lots of loving. She is an outgoing girl and is sweet, sweet sweet, 
and very cuddly. Lily seems to be very happy, she is able to find her food, and water but 
because of her smaller size, she does get picked on by the other pups. I so seriously do not 
want to see this sweet chocolate puppy euthanized. I have too many rescues and personal dogs 
right now, or I would take her on as my personal mission.

Thursday, June 14, 2012

Kota - Staying With Owner




Name: Kota
Sex: Male (not altered)
Breed: Border Collie
Age: 6 months
Location: Owensboro, KY
 
Vet/Medical Info: The vet's office said everything's been done for this puppy.  He has had his rabies and distemper and they are due again in June 2013.  He has not yet been neutered or tested for heartworm because of his age, but his owner just bought a 6 month supply of HW preventitive.  His health is 
within normal limits with the exception that the right eye is permanently malformed and both eyes are very small.  The vet's records state that the owner says he is blind”.  No testing has been done on the eyes. 

Owner Info: Kota is a foster dog that needs a permanent foster/rescue. His breeder sold him as a puppy to someone without telling them he was blind; they were going to get a refund on him but his current caregivers took him instead. They felt previous owner or breeder were not an option due to 
irresponsibility. Kota is an indoor dog confined to one area of the house, he is not yet housebroken but is leash trained. He knows the commands sit, down and stay. His caregiver is a dog trainer and also took him through a puppy class for socialization and to overcome fear of different 
floor/ground textures. Kota is an outgoing boy, he is good with people of all ages including children and good with other dogs and cats. At ten weeks of age Kota was food aggressive but he quickly overcame this and he no longer shows any signs of food aggression toward people or animals. 
He takes some time to adjust to new surroundings but adapts well.  Vet believes he was born blind and it was a congenital condition, he has not seen a specialist for any other diagnosis. Aside from his blindness, Kota seems to be in perfect health. 

Sissy - In Memory




Name: Delta Duchess (Sissy)
Sex: Female (altered)
Breed: Pit Bull Terrier
Age: 8 years
Location: Cottondale, FL

Vet/Medical Info: Sissy is spayed and utd on vaccines. She’s next due 8/14/2012 for rabies, and the distemper, lepto, parvo combine vaccine. They have no record of heartworm testing. Other than glaucoma, she is in good health. They had no other relevant medical information.

Owner Info: Sissy is an indoor dog who is crated, she is not housebroken.  She is outgoing and gets along well with men, women, teenagers, and male dogs. She’s a very smart girl and knows  the come, stay, sit, down, relax and release commands. According to the vet she has glaucoma, left eye worse than right. She is able to see somewhat out of her left eye, although the degree is unknown. Her right eye vision is good. Other than the glaucoma, her general health is good. Due to life circumstances, Sissy’s owner can no longer afford her medication. Strange sounds or load noises scare her momentarily, but as long as she knows everything is alright she will do fine. Her tail wags constantly and she loves to kiss, kiss, kiss. One of her nicnames is kissy sissy. Sissy is a digger, so she needs close supervision. Sissy’s owner would like her to go to a loving home where she's kept indoors, with an outside fenced area, and who has the time and resources to work with her.

Wednesday, June 13, 2012

Snowball - Status Unknown



Name: Snowball
Sex: Female (altered)
Breed: Maltese
Age: Almost 11 years (DOB 9/2/2001)
Location: Avenel, NJ

Vet/Medical Info: Snowball is utd on rabies and is next due 12/20/2014, but they have no record of her having the distemper vaccine. She is spayed and heartworm negative.  She weighs 7 pounds.  Snowball has SARDS. They had no other relevant medical information.

Owner Information: Snowball is a beautiful senior whose owner has a newborn and is unable to give her the time or care she needs and deserves.  Snowball has a wonderful personality and is very easy-going, she loves to be around people and loves to play!  Snowball is an indoor dog confined to one area of the house, she uses wee wee pads.  Her owner takes her out every once in a while and she will sometimes go on the grass, but mostly she uses the wee wee pads in the house. She knows some commands, including come here, sit, stay, and go. She is not leash trained. She's a very sweet, outgoing dog who has never shown any aggression

Tuesday, June 12, 2012

No Name Mixed Breed - At Shelter



Name: No Name
Sex: Female (not altered)
Breed: Mixed Breed
Age: Unknown
Location: Roseville, OH
 
Vet/Medical Info: History is unknown so we are unable to verify medical info.

Owner Info: This girl showed up at her current caregivers house, they have several dogs and can't keep her. They have posted her picture on Facebook and asked around to see if anyone knows who she belongs to. She appears to be outgoing, gets on well with adults and younger children and is good with other dogs. She has been there for a few days now and seems to adjust well to new surroundings. She's currently living outside without restrictions. Her eyes have a glare to them and she seems to look up a lot. She follows you around and listens to you.

Alfie - In Memory



Name: Alfie
Sex: Male (altered)
Breed: Affenpinscher
Age: 11 years
Location: Las Vegas, NV
Vet/Medical Info: Alfie is utd on vaccines, due for rabies 12/22/14 and distempter on 12/22/12. They have no record of any heartworm testing done. He is neutered, and diabetes appears to be well controlled with three units every 12 hours (from 12/11 - insulin dosage could have increased since then).  Alfie weighs about 15 pounds.

Owner Information: Alfie's owner is relocating to Boston on Tuesday 6/19, and his new apartment does not accept pets.  He needs to find placement THIS WEEK and is EXTREMELY URGENT. Alfie’s owner is willing to pay for air transport for Alfie, and has already done research into what this will entail. He's a loving and sweet boy and his owner is desperately hoping he can be placed this week. Alfie is an indoor dog with the run of the house, he is housebroken and leash trained. He does wear a belly band because if he finds himself cornered in the house he may get nervous and mark. Alfie has cataracts as a result of diabetes, but he can have surgery to remove the cataracts. Alfie is shy at first but loves people. Has been spoiled since being with his owner, but never takes anything for granted. He's low key, quiet temper, sleeps, eats, and loves!!!   Alfie is fine with other dogs that he meets. Being blind he gets anxious if they are overly aggressive with him and will give a snap, but this is all he does.  

Monday, June 11, 2012

Poppy - Staying With Owner


Name: Poppy
Sex: Female (altered)
Breed: Puggle
Age: 6 years
Location: Pasadena, CA

 
Vet/Medical Info: Poppy is spayed and was found heartworm negative in April of 2011. She has been on preventative at least through April 2012 according to the vet’s records. She is overdue for a HW test. She is up to date on her shots; her rabies is due in 2014, and distemper and bordatella are due again this August. Poppy had her left eye removed and the retina has detached in her right eye. She is in good health as far as the vet’s office can tell from the records, and Poppy’s owner has brought her in regularly for care.

Owner Info: Our dog Poppy is fully blind from a trauma. In late July 2010, this dog (whom I'd never seen before) jumped in between the front and rear wheels of the car driving in front of me. The car didn’t run her over, it hit the brakes. Her head was caught between the left rear tire and the pavement. She scuttled away essentially uninjured (some scratches to foot and chin that have left no impairment) but her eyes were popping out of her head. I called the Pasadena Humane Society, who quickly took her to their shelter where a veterinarian removed her left eye. The right eye is in its socket, but the veterinary ophthalmologist confirmed no vision in the right eye through electro- neurologic testing and ultrasound of the eye globe, which revealed a complete retinal detachment. Her eye pressures have always been normal. We put a steroid drip in her eye each day for about a year, then alternated daily between a steroid drop and a nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drop (Diclofenac) for about 6 months, and finally we now just put Diclofenac in her eye Monday through Friday. My wife and I recently had our first baby (8 weeks ago). We are concerned our dog may accidentally jump on furniture where the baby is or when the baby starts crawling or walking and bumps into or steps on the dog or pulls its tail playfully, Poppy may nip at the baby. Our experienced and well connected dog trainer/babysitter/boarder has reached out to local persons and organizations and was unable to find someone to rehome Poppy. My wife’s aunt was interested in adopting Poppy, but her home is undergoing extensive remodeling after a flood from a burst water pipe. It is important to rehome Poppy before our son is able to crawl and accidentally bumps into the dog in some manner that startles her. Poppy in an indoor dog with the run of the house, she is housebroken and leash trained. She is mircochipped. She knows commands such as Come, Go, Stay, Stop, Easy (slow down), Up, Down, Sit and Shake. Poppy is good with adults and other dogs. Poppy barks at some people (not all, we can't figure out the pattern). She barks at other dogs, almost entirely only when meeting them one on one. Does great with male and female dogs at the dog park and the more populated doggy day care we often send her to. That is to say, when she's around many other dogs, she does very well. Twice, recently, at a less crowded doggy day care, she nipped at another dog there. This has never happened at the more populated doggy day care. Poppy has amazing senses of smell and hearing and an excellent memory. She is very smart. Within two days of adopting her from the shelter to our home, she was climbing up and down stairs, she knew where the furniture was. She navigates so well people are shocked to hear she's blind. When we move furniture around, she navigates right around it, although its a new configuration. 
When she meets a new person (e.g., many guests at a party), she often barks a few minutes but then calms down.   

Gabe - In Foster Care



Name: Gabe
Sex: Male (neutered)
Breed: Mixed breed
Age: 4 1/2 years
Location: Camillus, NY


Vet/Medical Info: Gabe is neutered and heartworm negative now after being treated for HW two years ago. He is up to date on rabies and distemper (they are not due until 5/22/14). Had bilateral enucleation due to pain caused by glaucoma.  He weighs 41 pounds.  They had no other relevant information.

Owner Information: Gabe is a sweet boy who came from a local rescue.  He is an indoor dog with run of the house, and is housebroken and leash trained. He also knows many commands, including sit, shake, high five, stop, step up, and step down!  Gabe's owner believes he needs to be in a single pet home.  She says that he is a sweet guy who had been trapped in his own little world for a long time. He has done very well in their home and has come out of his shell. He has played with the other 2 dogs and is very much a "dog" at times.   At other times, though, he has reacted inappropriately with the other dogs in the household and they have responded the same because they have trouble reading him. There have been dog fights because of this. He is not aggressive but defensive, and can be possessive with toys, treats, or food, however, he has never shown any aggression towards people.  They feel that he adapts well to new situations, and said he has done better than expected in their household. He does like his routine - daily walks etc. He is in good health now that he's been successfully treated for heartworm and his eye problems have been resolved.  He's a healthy weight with a very nice coat.  They love Gabe dearly and only want the best for him.

Saturday, June 9, 2012

Sox - IN BDRA Foster Care


Name: Sox
Sex: Male (not altered)
Breed: German Shepherd
Age: 16 weeks (DOB 2/20/12)
Location: Salem, AL


Vet/Medical Info: They did not administer Sox's vaccines but have a note in the chart that he was given vaccines at 7 weeks by the breeder. Sox has optic nerve hypoplasia and other than that, they said he appears to be a healthy pup. He did have acute diarrhea when he was there, but was likely frightened and that was "quickly taken care of!" He is not neutered. He weighs about 20 pounds at this time.

Owner Information: Sox's owner's friend breeds German Show bloodline German Shepherds. When one of the pups in her last litter was born blind, she volunteered to take him until she can find him a loving home, so he would not be euthanized. Sox is an indoor dog confined to one area of the house, but they are working on potty training. They are also working on basic obedience. Sox is good with men, women, and kids, cats, and dogs, and has never shown any aggression. Other than blindness, he is a happy, playful pup. His owner says that although he is still young and figuring things out, he learns easily and fast!

Sophie - Adopted


Name: Sophie
Sex: Female (not altered)
Breed: Australian Shepherd Mix
Age: 7 weeks
Location: Davidson, NC


Vet/Medical Info: Sophie's vet said that her owner picked up a dewormer, and that no vaccines were given. Sophie has "slight microopthalmia" and the vet thought her pupils were offset. She also had earmites. Other than that, she appears to be a healthy pup. She weighs about 6 pounds at this time.

Owner Information: Sophie is part of a family her owners rescued – the puppies were one day old. At the time of this writing they are 7 weeks old. Sophie is an indoor dog confined to one area of the house. She is good with men, women, children, and male and female dogs. She is very sweet and playful, and has never shown any aggression. Her owner says that she tries very hard to adapt and is learning her way, but EVERYTHING is new to her! He also says that Sophie is a very sweet puppy and will make a great companion dog for someone willing to give her a happy home. She’s playful, gentle, responsive, and smart.

Thursday, June 7, 2012

No Name Labrador Mixes, Bonded Pair - Reunited With Owner




Name: Unknown
Sex: Male (altered) and Female (unknown if altered)
Breed: Labrador Mixes
Age: Estimated 5 years
Location: Knoxville, TN
 
Vet/Medical Info: Because these dogs were found as strays we have been unable to verify any medical information.

Owner Info: These two dogs were found by a lady that has three dogs of her own and also fosters dogs. The black lab is a male and appears to be blind and neutered, the yellow lab is his seeing eye dog and it is unknown if she has been altered. Their caregiver has posted them on Young Williams lost and found center, Facebook, Craigslist, and put up signs. She also took them into vet to get scanned for microchips, the yellow one had a chip but number was disconnected and not in their area. At the moment they are living in their caregivers neighbors garage to keep them safe, they appear to be housebroken and leash trained, no accidents in garage and they walk nicely on leashes. These dogs both seem to know sit, down (lie down) and shake. Very sweet and well mannered and so sweet and patient. FRIENDLY. They are absolutely precious and so bonded. She thinks they were dumped in their neighborhood. The sighted dog seems to help the blind dog navigate. The blind one is understandably more cautious but has been so sweet when she washed him and handled him in the car, etc. Seem like they'd be fine with everyone. They didn't over react to her foster golden at all. They are both outgoing dogs who are good with men, women and teenagers. They have been great in her neighbor's garage and back yard. Very little barking, eating fine and wagging their tails at everyone. The blind one is more cautious, but very smart in that he feels his way around. His blond buddy helps him. It is absolutely precious. The black blind dog has very cloudy eyes as you can see in picture. When she took them for microchip scan, the vet assistant said, "glaucoma." He does not appear to see much at all. They seem healthy but they need to be checked out. Their caregiver can help as able but is strapped with her own dogs and fosters. She will try to do what she can to help these two but is going out of town soon and is worried about them. They need somewhere safe where they can stay together.

Wednesday, June 6, 2012

Stevie - Reunited With Owner




Name: Stevie
Sex: Female (not altered)
Breed: Mixed Breed
Age: 1 ½ years (estimated)
Location: Chino Hills, CA
 
Vet/Medical Info: Stevie is current on dhpp, rabies, and bordatella and is not due until 6/2/2013. She was given Pyrantel as a dewormer.

Owner Info: Stevie's current owners found her under a week ago and are wanting to find her a good home. They have taken her to the vet to get a well check exam, the Dr. said Stevie is very healthy with a great temperament, all shots were given 6-2-12 as well as Advantic II. The vet felt her blindness was a birth defect. She has great teeth, pink healthy gums and is a good weight. Nose is a super nose! She is a very sweet dog and would make a great family member, she even is getting along with their spoiled cats and dog. Within three days she mapped out her outdoor and indoor areas and found her own special resting areas in both. Stevie is currently an indoor dog confined to one area of the house, she is housebroken but not leash trained. Stevie appears to be an outgoing girl, good with people of all ages including children, good with dogs, cats and other small animals.

Tuesday, June 5, 2012

Lulu - Adopted



Name: Lulu
Sex: Female (altered)
Breed: Cocker Spaniel
Age: 6 years approximately
Location:  Hope Mills, NC

Vet/Medical Info: Unable to verify Lulu’s medical history. 

Owner Info: Lulu’s owner rescued her right before she was to be pts.  She has three small children, a deployed husband, and is finding it difficult to care for her.  Lulu is an inside dog with the run of the house, she is housebroken.  She is an outgoing dog.  Lulu resides with a German Shepherd, a Rottweiler pup, and a cat and gets along well with all.  Lulu loves children and has taken a special liking to the owner’s 2-year-old son. She seems very adaptable and was able to map out her new home within 24 hours, even with the kids and their toys.  Initially, the vet felt that her blindness may be due to diabetes, but all tests have come back negative.  She is currently receiving treatment for bilateral ear infections.  When Lulu’s owner adopted her, the shelter told her she was not spayed.  She recently went in to be altered, but during the procedure it was found she had already been spayed, and she is now on the mend from that.  Overall, she is healthy.

Friday, June 1, 2012

Fandogh - Adopted




Name: Fandogh
Sex: Male (not altered)
Breed: Mixed breed
Age: 5 months
Location: Tehran, Iran

Vet/Medical Info:  Medical info unable to be verified.

Owner Info:  Fandogh is an adorable, blind, mixed breed five month old pup from Iran.  In Iran, a pup like him doesn’t have a chance.  His owner has reached out to us in desperation as her neighbors are complaining, Fandogh's only chance for a happy life is abroad.  Fandogh was found at a construction site, weak and thin. He is an intact male. He’s an outdoor dog with a fenced yard, but his owner says he is housebroken and leash trained. He knows sit and come, and he’s good with men, women, and both male and female dogs. His owner says that he is current with vaccinations and is physically healthy and that the only problem is his eyes. An ERG test showed that the problem is from his brain. The light passes from retina, brain received it but cannot make an image.   It is possible that travel arrangements to fly him to the US can be arranged.