Elvis - In Foster Care

Name: Elvis

Age: Estimated 4 years

Sex: Male (not altered)

Breed: Mixed Breed

Location: Raleigh, NC area

Vet Info: Elvis is not neutered, but is up to date on vaccines. His next rabies vaccine is due in August 2016 and his Lepto and Bordetella vaccines are due this February.  His heartworm test from February 2013 was negative. He also had a dental not too long ago. He weighs 35 pounds.

Owner Info: Elvis is a very sweet boy whose owners recently moved.  Previously, they had a fenced yard, but now only have an outdoor kennel and this is where Elvis is kept because her husband won't allow him in the house.  They also had Elvis's sister, but she was able to find a new home for his sister.  Even though she's tried multiple times, she has not been able to find a new home for Elvis, because he is blind.  They have had Elvis since he was a puppy.  She loves Elvis dearly and is desperately hoping for a better life for him.  She writes, "He is a wonderful dog and deserves a good loving home." They are not sure of the cause of his blindness, but she writes that "he can see or sense moving objects when they are close. If the item is not moving he has occasionally ran into them".  Elvis is housebroken and leash trained, and knows the commands sit, stay, and no.  He's good with people of all ages, and with other dogs.  They have never seen him with a cat and so don't know how he would react.  He is also crate trained.  He is not possessive of toys, treats, or food, and has never bitten or snapped.  His owner writes, "he is a loving dog and loves to cuddle. He does well with others but sometimes shys away from a male voice at first. He is in good health with the exception of his eye sight. He is playful and gentle. Last year prior to learning of his vision issues he was hit by a vehicle and broke his front leg. It has since healed while he was under the care of a vet." And she adds, "Thank you for considering him, he is such a wonderful dog!"