Easy - Outcome Unknown

Name: Easy

Age: Approximately 1 year

Sex: Female (altered)

Breed: Hound mix

Location: Louisiana

Vet Info: Easy is confirmed spayed and up to date on vaccines. She is next due in April.  She is microchipped.  She was too young for a heartworm test but is on preventative.Easy is completely blind and her caregiver writes that the vet is not sure of the reason for her blindness but it could possibly be from a chemical accident or done with intent. Vascular tissue covers both eyes and one eye is shrunken. Easy weighs about 50 pounds.

Owner Info: Easy is a beautiful young hound mix who was found in a dich and surrendered to a rescuer who is now looking for a loving home for her. She was adopted out once already but returned because the resident dog attacked her. Her rescuer no longer wants to adopt her out to inexperienced handlers. Easy’s current caregiver is a rescuer and boarder and has dogs and cats coming and going daily and Easy needs consistency.

Easy is an indoor dog who is crated. She is housebroken and leash-trained. She knows commands, sit, stay, and leave it. Easy is outgoing but has also become nervous and anxious.

Easy’s caregiver told us that since she has been back after being returned, she now is more easily frightened and has bitten other dogs out of fear.  They were not serious bites but her caregiver says, “with boarding animals I cannot risk even minor bites”. She also shows signs of anxiety and depression such as excessive salivating, whimpering, and pacing in the crate. Easy’s caregiver says this is due to the stress of having strange people and dogs in the home all the time. Easy has been started on anti-anxiety meds. Otherwise, her caregiver says Easy adapts well to new situations an places. She says she is an awesome dog and “the most affectionate dog I’ve ever seen.” 

Champ - In BDRA Foster Care

Name: Champ

Age: Approximately 1 year

Breed: Lab Mix

Sex: Male (altered)

Location: Greenville, SC

Vet Info: He is confirmed early heart worm positive.  He has not been neutered but is in good health. The shelter vet has determined that Champ is blind. He weighs 32lbs.

Owner Info: Champ is a handsome lab mix who is about 1 year old. He is currently in a Greenville, SC shelter that is high kill.  Champ has been in the shelter for a week and has very little time left before he is PTS.  Champ’s rescuer has been trying to find placement through various rescues.  

Bob - Outcome Unknown

Name: Bob

Age: 3 years

Breed: Boxer

Sex: Male (not altered)

Location: Carrolton, VA

Vet Info: Bob is not neutered or up to date on vaccinations. He also has not been tested for heartworm. He is approximately 65 lbs. 

Owner Info: Bob is a very friendly, loving dog is a sweet dog who adapts well to new situations and is good with both men and women, kids and other pets. His owner writes, " he is extremely loving and does not know a stranger. He gets along with kids and other dogs."

Bob is an indoor dog confined to one area of the house. He is housebroken and leash-trained. He also knows some commands like 'sit' and 'down.' He isn't possessive over treats, toys or food and hasn't shown aggression towards people or animals. 

Bob's owner wishes they could keep him but between his long work hours and financial situation, they really feel he would do better with a new, loving family that can give him everything he deserves. This guy needs another chance. Take a look at his photo! That face says it all!

Timmy - Outcome Unknown

Name: Timmy

Age: 8 years

Breed: Wire Fox Terrier

Sex: Male (not altered)

Location: Lakebay, WA

Vet Info: Timmy is not neutered or up to date on vaccinations. He also has not been tested for heartworm. He is approximately 30 lbs. 

Owner Info: Timmy is a sweet, playful and social dog who adapts well to new situations and is good with both men and women, kids and other pets. His owner writes, "he loves playing with other dogs and children."

Timmy is an indoor dog confined to one area of the house. He is housebroken and leash-trained. He isn't possessive over treats, toys or food. His owner feels he is in good health overall. 

Timmy's owner tells us, "Timmy is so sweet and loving and we really don't want to adopt him out. I had people to watch him during the day, but my situation has changed and I no longer have anyone to watch him ....I'm away for long periods of time with work and he has to be kenneled....or would wander off...it seems more humane to find him a new home...he loves everyone and all animals..."

Timmy is an outgoing, older gentlemen who only wants a second chance and a family who wants to give that to him! 

Hooper - Outcome Unknown

Name: Hooper

Age: 9 years (estimated)

Breed:    Labrador Retriever

Sex: Male (altered)

Location: Atlanta, GA

Vet Info: Hooper is confirmed neutered and up to date on vaccines.  He is heartworm negative and on heartworm preventative.  Hooper weighs about 90 pounds.

Owner Info: Hooper is a very handsome fellow who was rescued from a rural county shelter in July.  His rescuer has Labs and experience with blind dogs, and couldn't leave him at the shelter.  She would keep him, but her Chocolate Lab is afraid of Hooper, and Hooper is now reactive towards him.  Her Lab hides in the bedroom all the time.  She is very much hoping we'll have a place for Hooper.

Hooper is an indoor dog with run of the house, he is housebroken and leash trained.  Hooper is a smart fellow, and his owner tells us, "He has been completely housebroken since the moment he arrived. I have a dog door that has stairs down to the patio and he figured it out and uses it."  Hooper also knows the commands, Sit and Lie Down.  

Hooper is described as outgoing, and is good with people of all ages, male and female dogs, and cats.  "He is interested in the cats, and gets a little mouthy but they just move and he can't find them. He doesn't actively hunt them."  

Hooper is not possessive with toys, treats or food, and the only aggression he's ever shown is to her Chocolate Lab.  She writes that her Lab "didn't really take to him and would growl and Hooper got reactive. But that's the only situation. I just took in my father and his Chihuahua and Hooper was very interested but wasn't aggressive or anything.   I took Hooper to our local farmer's market and kids came over to pet him and he met some friendly dogs and he was just great."  Hooper has never bitten or snapped.

Hooper's owner tells us he adapts well to new situations.  "He's careful but not super timid. Once he's got the environment he moves confidently."

Hooper is completely blind, and her vet said it was most likely detached retinas.  He is in no pain.  Other than a few little lipomas, as expected for a Lab his age, Hooper is in good health.  His owner writes,  "His hips seem fine. He teeth were in very good shape and he was neutered. This dog was obviously loved, well socialized, and raised indoors."

She wants us to know what a very special fellow Hooper is!  "He is just awesome. Sweet, loves attention, rides well in the car, loves to swim - all the usual Labby stuff."

Thunder - Staying With Owner

Name: Thunder

Age: 7 months

Breed: Australian Shepherd

Sex: Male (not altered)

Location: Lafayette, LA

Vet Info: Thunder is not neutered, but is up to date on vaccines.  He is next due for the rabies, distemper, and Lepto vaccines in August, 2016.  Thunder has not had a recent heartworm test.  Thunder weighs about 50 pounds.

Owner Info: Thunder is an adorable puppy whose owner tells us Thunder needs more attention than he can give.  He's contacted other rescues, but no one has had a place for Thunder.  He is very much hoping we can help.

Thunder has cataracts and is partially blind.  Other than that, his owner tells us he is very healthy.

Thunder is an outdoor dog with a fenced yard.  He is not housebroken, but is leashed trained.  Thunder is a very friendly and loving fellow, and is good with people of all ages, male and female dogs, and cats.  He is not possessive of toys, treats, or food, and has never shown any aggression.  Thunder's owner tells us he feels Thunder adapts well to new situations.

Thunder's owner is hoping we will have a place for Thunder!  He writes, "Please help find a home.  Thunder is very playful and funny".  

Muttsey - Adopted

Name: Muttsey

Age: 14 years

Breed: Poodle

Sex: Female (altered)

Location: Charlotte, NC

Vet Info: Muttsey is confirmed spayed and up to date on vaccines.  She is next due for the rabies vaccine in July, 2018.  She is heartworm negative.  Muttsey weighs about 9 pounds.  Her owner tells us that her health is excellent.  

Owner Info: Muttsey is an adorable little girl whose owner has a new home and new wife, and is no longer able to care for her.  Muttsey belonged to his first wife who died seven years ago.  Muttsey has cataracts in both eyes and "loss of hearing".   Her owner writes that he believes she has no vision in one eye and limited vision in the other.  "Sees better far away than up close."  He also tells us that she is a picky eater, and sleeps in her kennel.

Her owner had found a new home for her, but she was returned because her new owner "did not know how to "adapt" to a needy pet."  He has also tried asking his dog sitters and poodle rescues, with no luck.

Muttsey is an indoor dog who is crated and is housebroken.  She can walk on a leash, but is not trained to follow commands.  Muttsey is not possessive of toys, treats, or food, and has not shown any aggression.  She is good with both men and women.   She doesn't live with any other pets, so we asked her owner if he knew how she was with other dogs.  He wrote, "Muttsey has stayed with 2 local dog sitters over the years.  One sits 2 or 3 dogs (small) at the same time so Ms. M has learned to socialize with other dogs in that setting.  The other sitter has 2 yorkies who Ms. M trained (when they were pups) to be good or bad depending on your viewpoint!!!!  The owner’s children have dogs (large) so she has been around them as well.  After the usual “hello” she ignores them and let’s them know she is the queen and leave her alone.  They usually do.  There have never been any “fights”.   When I walk her, she will say hi to another walking dog if the dog doesn’t bark at her.  But basically is content to be with me.  She has been around cats and typically ignores them unless cat approaches and wants to “smell” – then she might smell back."

Muttsey's owner also shared a story written from her perspective that we've posted below, with names removed:

My original parents died of old age when I was but 2 years young.  I am only 14 now.  B (wife) and B (husband) adopted me all the way from Canada. I was very lucky and happy even though my favorite was B (wife) - you could say I was her dog and B (husband) put up with me.   I have to admit I was spoiled and had the run of the house even though I was kennel trained.  I had fenced in backyard but didn’t like to use the doggy door so they had to let me in and out when I needed to use the back yard.   Once night I even got to chase a deer through my neighborhood – that was fun but he jumped a creek and I wouldn’t get me feet wet so I stopped. Then B (wife) died suddenly when I was 8 and I was left alone with B (husband).  But he stepped up to the plate and has taken very good care of me even though I do cause him to find a baby sitter when he travels - I do not like to be left in a kennel because I am spoiled.  So he found three homes who would keep me when he was on the road.  I could say I have four homes but B is the best and the other three cannot keep me on a full time basis.  Thanks to the dog sitters, I have learned to be around other dogs and occasional cat.  B takes me to the vet two times every year.  I do not like it but he has made sure I am a healthy dog.  Regardless I have developed cataracts in both eyes and have lost most of my hearing.  But I still have lots of energy and love to go on walks and can run and twirl with happiness when B returns home even after just a few hours at work.  I am a picky eater and know I can be a bother when I demand attention and want to be petted but that is why I exist!    Sometime B takes me on long trips and I ride patiently and get to walk at rest halts where there are PLENTY of new smells for me to explore and then off we go again.  Weather permitting B even takes me on short trips when he goes to the store.   But alas B has new work and a new life in a new house which I do not like and he knows it.  So he is looking for a new home for me where I can be a good companion to my new parent(s).   I have not been around kids - I just "kind-of" tolerate them even though they love me to death.  I have never snapped at anyone and love B showing me off to people.   I enjoy traipsing through the airport when we have to pick up visitors.  Even though I can be demanding I am a good and loving and appreciative companion.  I will miss B but please adopt me.

Ray

Name: Ray

Age: Estimated 7 - 8 years

Sex: Female (unknown if altered)

Breed: Shepherd Mix

Location: Dallas, TX

Vet Info: Not yet confirmed.

Owner Info: Info from good Samaritan: I found a dog off the highway last night. I am really struggling to find somewhere to bring her. I took her to the vet last night and got her some vaccinations so she could stay in my dorm room for the night but I can't keep her for any longer. Please get back to me as soon as possible. I also have been to the city shelter and have her put into the system to see if anyone is looking for her. No one has gotten back to me on her. I am emailing so many shelters and everyone is turning me away. It breaks my heart that this dog is in such a bad state and no one is able to help her. She is partially blind, which is what the vet said last night. Please let me know if there is anything you can do. She's some type of Shepherd mix, also she is only 25 pounds and we think she is around 7-8 years. 

​​Ray's good samaritan tells us she's very very sweet!  She has shown absolutely no sign of aggression and just loves people!  She will also send more photos and we will update once we receive them.    

Reyna

Name: Reyna

Age: 1 year

Breed: Terrier Mix

Sex: Female (confirmed altered)

Location: San Diego, CA area

Vet Info: Reyna is confirmed spayed and up to date on vaccines.  She received a one-year rabies vaccine on 8/25/15, and received the Bordetella vaccine the same day.  Reyna weighs about 18 pounds.

Owner Info: DOB 12/26/14. Reyna is a beautiful girl whose owner rescued a small stray dog a few months ago.  The dog was pregnant, and several weeks after she was rescued, gave birth to six puppies.  Sadly, two of the puppies did not make it.  Reyna's owner has found a home for three of the puppies, and is now looking for a home or rescue for Reyna, the fourth puppy.

Reyna is an indoor dog confined to one area of the house, she is not housebroken, but is leash trained.  She is a smart little girl and knows many commands, including Wait, Up, Down, Watch Out, Tree, Go To Sleep, Let's Go, and Stay With Me!   Reyna's owner wrote that her eyes never fully opened.  "Eyes never opened fully, she tries to squint with her left eye, but cant see. She remembers the foot print of the house."

Reyna is described as outgoing, and is good with men and women, male and female dogs, and cats.  She currently lives with three other dogs, including her mother.  Reyna is not possessive of toys, treats, or food, and has never bitten or snapped.   Her owner tells us Reyna can get stressed with loud noises or things she's not familiar with, but she loves stuffed and squeaky toys!  

Simon - Outcome Unknown

Name: Simon

Age: Unknown

Sex: Male (not altered) 

Breed: Cocker Spaniel/Poodle Mix

Location: Dallas, TX

Vet Info: Simon is not neutered and has not been vetted.  His good samaritan writes, "He is considerably old; teeth are ok but desperately need to be cleaned. He has a skin irritation on his left cheek that has healed; waiting for the scab to fall off. Has skin tags but nothing that seems to impair mobility or need immediate removal. Excellent temperament. He does not bark but does whine when he needs to use the restroom. Urinates frequently (every 2 hours) and noticeable volume. For the most part, he is house broken. Very confident when he walks even though sight is impaired...I believe the dog is completely blind in both eyes. His right is slightly larger than his left eye and seems to have a film over it. Both eyes are white but the right eye seems to be more noticeable."

Owner Info: Simon is about 30 lbs and is a stray that the good samaritan brought in. They cannot keep him due to pet restrictions at the apartment complex and also because the other dog in the house does not get along with Simon. He appears to be both blind and deaf. He has a good disposition and according to the good samaritan, he adjusts well. He responds to touch for redirection. "He initially stayed in the garage because he had been treated for fleas. He learned the layout of the garage quickly. Once the fleas died, he was moved into the house in a 10X10 room. He navigates the room very well and has learned the route to get from his room to the patio door to go outside for pottie breaks."

Simon's good samaritan wants us to know what a special and loving boy he is!  He does well with people of all ages and will make someone a wonderful cuddle partner!   She writes, "Incredibly smart dog. Very lovable and friendly. Thinks he is a big baby because he will crawl in your lap to be held".

Sinatra - Adopted

Name: Sinatra

Age: Estimated 2+ years

Sex: Male (confirmed altered)

Breed: Catahoula Mix?

Location: Chicago, IL

Vet Info: Sinatra is confirmed neutered. He is current on vaccinations. According to his current owner, Sinatra had a negative heartworm test by his previous owner but this could not be verified. Per his owner, Sinatra has Microphthalmia. “He was born with his eyes too small for the sockets. His right eye is unobstructed, but does have signs of cataracts. His left eye is partially obstructed by the inner eye lid. Because his eyes are so small, he cannot push them out far enough to have the inner eye lid fall.” He is also partially deaf. Sinatra weighs 30 pounds.  

Owner Info: Sinatra is at his fourth home in his young life. His current owners rescued him after he was abandoned by his previous owner at a doggie day care about a year ago. Their work schedules do not allow time for the care he needs. They say he is he is in overall great health, a very strong, muscular, athletic dog who loves to run and go on walks.  

Sinatra is an indoor dog with run of the house. He is housebroken and leash-trained. He knows commands, sit, come, and stay. Sinatra is described as nervous and good with men, women, teenagers and kids, as well as cats. Sinatra lives in a house with two other dogs. He has never shown aggression toward anyone but his owner says, “it takes him a while to warm up o others, based on his lack of sight and hearing.” In response to our question about adapting to new environments and situations, Sinatra’s owner said, “We feel he does, it just takes him a few hours to gain awareness of his surroundings. He loves to cuddle under a blanket so if you have one of those, he will be happy as a clam.”

Sinatra’s owners also say he is an absolute sweetheart! “He loves to cuddle, play tug, and throw socks in the air. He lives to be under the blankets, it's his favorite thing. He is not completely blind or deaf and quite young still. He would be a great addition to any family as he stole our hearts, and the hearts of anyone he meets.”

Forest - Adopted

Name: Forest

Age: 6 months

Breed: Chihuahua Mix

Sex: Male (altered, not confirmed yet)

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Vet Info: Forest is neutered, up to date on vaccinations and heartworm negative per his owner. We are still waiting on vet confirmation. He is around 6-9 lbs.

Owner Info: Forest is a sweet puppy just starting out his life. His owner is a working college student who lives alone and is unable to look after Forest as he needs someone to. His owner wants him to find a home that can help him with all his needs. Forest is from a litter of puppies that his owner's Cocker Spaniel Mix had. 

Forest is an indoor dog and does not have the run of the house. He is good with men and women and other pets including dogs and cats. His owner tells us that "Forest is in super great health. He is updated on vaccines and everything he needs to live a healthy life."

Forest's owner also tells us about his playful disposition.... "He is a very happy playful puppy who loves toys and gets super excited when he hears squeaks. When he gets super excited he will run around in circles for long periods of times till he gets dizzy and lays down. He loves other dogs and cats and he really loves to cuddle." His owner also writes that "he is a joy to have and she really wants to find him a loving home."

Update 11/24/2015: Update on this little guy... the situation has become urgent as his owner needs to move next month so she needs to find Forest a home ASAP! Please share far and wide and if you can foster, please email foster@blinddogrescue.com

Cayenne - In Foster Care

Name: Cayenne

Age: 3 years

Sex: Female (altered)

Breed: Golden Retriever

Location: Quebec, Canada

Vet Info: Cayenne is confirmed spayed and is next due for the rabies vaccine in September, 2016. Cayenne's owner reports that she had a negative snap test on 11/6. Cayenne weighs about 55 pounds. 

Owner Info: DOB 7/15/2012. Cayenne is a gorgeous dark red Golden Retriever.  Her breeder did her CERF before breeding Cayenne, and she is affected with PRA.  Further DNA testing was not able to determine the cause of Cayenne's PRA.  Cayenne was not bred.  

Her breeder writes that so far, Cayenne has only lost her night vision, and she is hoping to find placement for Cayenne as soon as she can, before her vision gets worse.

Cayenne's breeder is heartbroken, and she writes, "I worked with her in agility for a year, as I didn't know her eyes problems and we were in intermediate/advanced classes. She is from a very active bloodline. I am trying to find her an active person who would maybe like to train her with odors as she will lose sight long term. No young kids, as she has lived with teenagers and adults only.....The reason why I want to place her is because she has less tolerance with my other dogs (2 other), probably because she sees less. She has always been good with other dogs before. I want the best for her and as she still sees, I think she would adapt more easily."

Her owner gave us more details about Cayenne's vision:  "She has only lost her night vision. She sees like if she would look through a swiss cheese slice, and the ophtalmologist told me that she sees like this since she is young, so he says it doesn't bother her."  Other than her eyes, her owner writes that Cayenne is a healthy girl.  

Cayenne is an indoor dog with run of the house, she is housebroken and leash trained.  She is a very smart girl and knows many commands including Sit, Down, Come, Look, and all of the agility commands.  Cayenne is described as outgoing, and good with men, women, teenagers, male and female dogs, and cats, although her owner notes that she has had some issues with her sister.  She gave us more details:  "She has bitten her sister. That happened lately, I think it has something to do with the incomfort of her sight. She has a good tolerance with other dogs,(in agility her best friend was a corgi.) other than her sister and with puppies too."  Cayenne is not possessive of toys, treats, or food.

Cayenne's owner tells us Cayenne adapts well to new situations, and is very people oriented.  She'll be a wonderful companion for someone!  Her owner writes, "Cayenne is young and healthy. As all the dark red golden's she can be a fantastic companion for someone who has time to give to her. The opthalmologist told me she could still continue agility. A retired or half retired person that takes long walks, and that needs lots of love as she is very very much people oriented."

Lily - In BDRA Foster Care

Name: Lily

Age: Five years

Breed: Double Dapple Dachshund

Sex: Female

Location: Charlotte, NC

Sosa - Outcome Unknown

Name: Sosa

Age: 1-2 years old

Breed: Mixed Breed

Sex: Female (altered per rescuer, not yet confirmed)

Location: Nashville, TN area

Vet Info: Sosa is spayed, up to date on vaccines, and heartworm negative per her rescuer, but this has not yet been confirmed.  Sosa weighs about 40 pounds.

Owner Info: Sosa is a beautiful and fun little girl who was saved from an owner who could not care for her properly, and where she had to stay in a crate the vast majority of the time.  Sosa's rescuer had always intended on finding Sosa a new home or rescue, and is very much hoping we'll have placement for her.  She has had Sosa for about two weeks.  

Sosa is an indoor dog who is crated.  She is housebroken, but not leash trained.  Sosa is a sweet and friendly girl, and is good with people of all ages, male and female dogs, and cats.  She currently lives with three dogs and one cat.

Sosa is not possessive of toys, treats, or food, but does play bite when playing.  Her rescuer writes, "I have never seen nor heard about Sosa biting or snapping at anyone as an act of aggression, but she play bites when she gets hyper. She is usually very gentle when she does it. The only time it has ever been an issue is when she gets too worked up and won't stop play biting without being pulled away and told "No!" very firmly. I think a little training and a little growing up time will easily fix this issue."

Sosa adjust well to new situations and her rescuer gave us more details:  "Yes, she seems to adapt very quickly. She has moved from home to home a few times, so she is accustomed to being in new environments. It only took her a few hours to start acting comfortable in my home once I brought her here, and within a day or so she had pretty much learned the layout of the house and how to interact with my other dogs."

Sosa is not completely blind, but does see better in well lit areas. Her rescuer also told us more about Sosa's health.  "I do not think Sosa is not completely blind as she definitely does better in well lit areas, however, I do believe that her vision is minimal at best because, even with plenty of light, she still runs into things sometimes. I do not know for certain what caused her visual impairment, but the person with whom she was living previously told me that she thought it may be due to Sosa being hit by a car at some point in her life. Again though, I do not know this for certain....Sosa is very thin, but eats very well and has never (at least not any time recently) been in a situation where she was not being fed. She makes odd sounds when she eats or pants which makes me think she may have some kind of windpipe damage or issue from the past. Luckily, it does not seem to affect her ability to eat, drink, or breathe, or have any impact on her quality of life."

Sosa's rescuer wants us to know she's a very sweet little girl who deserves a loving family and home of her own!  "Sosa is a very sweet girl with lots of love to give. She would make a great family pet, and is not at all difficult to take care of even though she has a visual impairment. This pup has been through a lot in her short life so far, so I am very eager to find the perfect forever home where she can get all the affection and play time she needs and deserves."

Update 5/14/16: Sosa escaped from her yard and they have not been able to find her. 

No Name Siberian Husky - In BDRA Foster Care

Name: Not named

Age: 5 months

Breed:  Siberian Husky

Sex: Male (not altered)

Location: Lancaster County, PA

Vet Info: The puppy was born blind and his owner reports he is in good health and is up to date on vaccines.  He weighs about 25 pounds.

Owner Info: This sweet little puppy has not been named.  He was born blind.  His owner has a working farm and even though the puppy does well, he is not able to keep him.  He had been advertised in a local newspaper as "free to a good home."

We do not have a photo, but the puppy is described as black and white.  If/when we receive a photo, we will update as soon as possible.  

The puppy is an outdoor dog without restrictions, but has shelter in the barn, so is not out in the open.  He is not housebroken or leash trained.    

The puppy is good with men and women, and male and female dogs.  He currently lives with other dogs, cows, and horses.  The puppy is not possessive of toys, treats, or food and has never bitten or snapped.  His owner says that his blindness does not seem to bother him and he does well on the farm.