Bella - In Foster Care

Name: Bella
Sex: Female (altered)

Breed: Schnauzer

Age: 4 years

Location: Maynard, MA

Vet info: They have only seen Bella one time, have no previous records. Apparently a previous owner was to fax over records from another vet and that never happened. Bella was seen in April 2011 at which time she received only a 3 yr. Rabies vac.  ~ no HW or Distemper was checked or given. They stated that at that one visit that the dog had an eye issue???. She also is spayed. Bella weighs 20 pounds. 

Owner Info: Bella's owner is going through some very difficult times and is completely overwhelmed.  She (Bella's owner) is 8.5 months pregnant and on bed rest, she has a 10 y.o. with special needs, and an 8 y.o.  Her father died 3 months ago and she is executor of his estate. She is overwhelmed and cannot properly take care of Bella or incur any additional costs at this time.  She has tried Craigslist and the local Schnauzer Rescue with no luck. Bella has no tear ducts and her eyes need to be rinsed a couple times a day. Because she can't see well, she has to be supervised when out. Bella's owner believes she can see shadows.  She has not had Bella long, she took her from a friend who couldn't take care of her and that friend can't take her back now.  Bella is an outdoor dog on a tie-out, she is housebroken and leash trained.  She is somewhat nervous, but good with women and children.  She is not possessive of toys, treats, or food and has never shown any aggression.  Her owner notes that she is a very cuddly and loving little girl!  She adds that Bella is a sweet girl that would thrive in a home that had a fenced yard.  Bella cuddles and is very sweet!!