Sunday, January 31, 2016

Samuel - Staying With Owner



Name: Samuel
Age: Approximately 6 weeks old
Breed: Shepherd Mix
Sex: Male (not altered)
Location: Mohave County, AZ

Vet Info: Samuel is not yet up to date on vaccines as he was quite ill when he was found.  His good samaritan writes, "He came home from the hospital 1/20. When he went in to the hospital he was totally unresponsive, cold, dehydrated and having seizures. Now he is doing all the regular stuff pups at his age do except seeing."  She also tells us it's possible Samuel's sight may return. "The Dr.s are not sure what is causing his blindness. They said his sight may come back. Current plan is to get him UDT on vacc's." Samuel currently weighs about 4 pounds.  

Owner Info: Samuel is an adorable little puppy who was found in a box on the side of the road.  His good samaritan took him to the vet where he stayed for a few days, and now she is hoping to find him rescue!  She already has several dogs and is not able to keep Samuel.

Samuel is an indoor dog who is crated, he is not yet housebroken.  He lives with several other dogs and is not possessive of toys, treats, or food.  Samuel has never shown aggression.  His good samaritan writes, "Looks like he will be a big furry boy!"

Saturday, January 23, 2016

Danny - Staying With Owner


Name:     Danny
Age:        3 1/2 years
Breed:      Siberian Husky
Sex:         Male (altered per neighbor, not confirmed)
Location:  Tehran, Iran

​Vet Info:    Danny is neutered and up to date on vaccines per his neighbor.  He has not had a heartworm test.  His neighbor writes that he needs drops twice daily because "he has bilateral glaucoma. One of his eyes is completely blind and the other has impaired vision (has undergone a surgery)...He gets pain in the eyes when his eye pressure rises (for example when not using the drop). His a healthy dog otherwise and has no other illnesses."  Danny weighs about 53 pounds.

Owner Info:  Danny is currently living in Iran, and his owners are not able to care for him.  They have had Danny since he was a puppy (2 months old).  A very kind neighbor is trying her best to find Danny rescue in the US or Canada, and has reached out to us.  She writes that they've had no luck in finding him shelter/rescue/a new home in Iran, and diagnostic and treatment resources are very limited.  They are desperately hoping we will have a place for Danny.  

Danny is an indoor dog confined to one area of the house, he is housebroken and leash trained.  He knows basic commands such as, sit, come, and stay.  He is good with people of all ages and male and female dogs, but doesn't like cats, and will chase them.  

Danny is not possessive of toys, treats, or food.  He does require eye drops twice a day, and his neighbor writes that he can get a bit agitated for his drops.  "He gets a little agitated when he gets his drops (probably because of the local irritation as a side effect). Once he has bitten his owners brother's hand trying to force the drop in his eye, but there was no laceration as far as I know."  

Update 1/21/16: We've received an email from a different individual also reaching out on this fellow's behalf, and his name is Danny!  Here is more information from the other individual:
Hello! I am writing to let u know of this gorgeous dog who has recently gone blind due to glaucoma. His name is Danny and he is 3.5 years old. Great with other dogs and kids but not so much with cats. Danny lives in Iran...  He needs to take eye drops twice a day due to his glaucoma. I am in contact with a girl in Iran who is desperately trying to get Danny out of the situation he's in....

Lyla - In BDRA Foster Care


Name:   Lyla
Age:      9 years
Breed:   Dachshund
Sex:      Female (altered)
Location:  Austin, TX

Vet Info:  Lyla is spayed and up to date on vaccines.  She is heartworm negative.  Her clinic writes that she is completely blind.  Lyla weighs about 19 pounds.

Owner Info:  Lyla is an adorable little girl who was rescued by a vet clinic because her owner fell down the stairs and is in the hospital.  They write, "Hello! We have rescued a 9 year old blind dachshund, a very sweet and loving girl who adapts very quickly to her surroundings....."

Lyla is an indoor dog, she is housebroken and leash trained.  Even though she's new to the clinic, they tell us she's very interested in walking around and loves the cats!  They're trying to teach her "go to bed", "sit" and "stay".

Lyla is a very sweet little girl, and is good with people of all ages, male and female dogs, and cats.  She's not possessive of toys, treats, or food, and they have never seen any aggression.  Lyla loves to eat..."And she LOVES food and treats!! very food motivated!"  They tell us she's doing wonderfully there... very friendly and doesn't bark... she's a happy, loving dog who's very kind around the other dogs and cats!

Lyla's previous owner fell down the stairs and is now in the hospital.  He may have had Lyla in his arms when he fell, and she is currently on Tramadol and Metacam for a painful right rear leg.

Lyla's clinic is hoping we'll have a place for sweet Lyla.  "We would be thrilled for yall to take miss Lyla,she really is such a sweet girl that deserves the world! She will fit into a family so fast, and would be a wonderful companion."

Camila - Outcome Unknown

Name:     Camila
Age:      3 years
Breed:    Dogo Argentino
Sex:       Female (altered per rescuer, not confirmed)
Location: Mexico City area, Mexico

Vet Info:  Camila is spayed and up to date on vaccines per her rescuer, but this has not been confirmed.  She weighs approximately 100 pounds.  Her rescuer tells us she was born with glaucoma in one eye, and the other eye is healthy.  Other than glaucoma, her rescuer tells us she is a healthy dog.

Owner Info:  Camila is a beautiful Dogo Argentino located in Mexico.  Her owners divorced, and asked an independent rescuer to help them find her a new home.  No home was found for three months, and the independent rescuer then took guardianship of Camila as her owners would have had her euthanized.  She writes, "Camila is a noble, caring and young dog that doesn't deserve to die.  She's a living soul that should be valued and given the opportunity of finding the right family that will give her love and care."  Camila may not have much of a chance of adoption in Mexico, and her rescuer is now desperately hoping to find rescue/adoption for Camila in the US or Canada!  Transport has not been discussed.

Camila is an outdoor dog with a fenced yard, she is housebroken but not leash trained.  She is good with men, women, and children, and is not possessive of toys, treats, or food.  Camila is a smart girl with lots of energy and lots of love!  Her rescuer gave us more details about Camila and her needs:  "Camila hasn’t received any training and needs discipline. She’s super intelligent, understanding and has nervous energy because she needs physical exercise.  I don’t take her out of the garden area....Camila needs the proper introduction to gradually know a dog or she will bite out of fear.  She isn’t aggressive she does it out of fear.  She’ll bite and let go. When Camila feels insecure, fear, strange odors or loud noises that are unknown she’ll bite.  She reacts out of fear but with love and discipline she would be a normal dog....Camila is a dog that adapts well to people, new places and spaces.  She’s smart and require much love and room and demands lots of hugs, kisses and play. "

Camila's rescuer is very much hoping we can help find Camila a happy home!  "What I desire the most is a happy home for Camila.  She deserves a good home and I haven’t been able to find her a family in Mexico that wants her.  I can’t keep her as I don’t have the space as an independent rescuer."  

Molly - In Foster Care


Name:     Molly
Age:        13 years
Breed:     Pit Bull Mix
Sex:        Female (altered)
Location:  Tacoma, WA area

Vet Info:  Molly is confirmed spayed.  She is up to date on vaccines per her owner, but this has not yet been confirmed.  Molly has had three Grand Mal seizures since being with her owners, and is now on Phenobarbital for seizure control.  She appears completely blind (she may see shadows), and her vet discharge papers stated, "Lenticular Sclerosis" and "Primary Ocular Blindness".  Molly is also almost completely deaf.  Molly weighs about 50 pounds.

Owner Info:  Molly is an adorable and sweet girl who was saved from a home where she was kept chained to a refrigerator.  She was in horrible condition when she was picked up, and has now been vetted and is feeling better.  Her good samaritans had always intended to get her healthy and into rescue where she could be adopted as they are not able to keep her.  They have tried several local rescue organizations with no luck due to her disabilities, and they are very much hoping we can help her find a new home!  They have had Molly for about two weeks.

Molly is an indoor dog confined to one area of the house, she is housebroken and leash trained.   

Molly is good with men and women, and seems to respond well to higher pitched voices.  "Since Molly is almost completely deaf, we have not found her to respond to any commands. She does seem to respond to higher pitched voices, particularly female. When she hears my girlfriend's voice, she will wag her tail and turn to where she was called from."  She is good with both male and female dogs, and currently lives with two other dogs.  Molly is not possessive of toys, treats, or food, and has not bitten or snapped.

Her owners gave us more details about how she's adjusting:  "It has taken Molly a great deal of time to get used to her room in the house. We have tried to remove all potentially harmful objects, and soften/pad any sharp corners, but she continuously bumps into he surroundings, and doesn't seem to have completely mapped out the area yet after two weeks with us. After her time in the emergency room, she seemed to have to relearn her environment completely."

Molly does have some health issues that her owners have described:  "Molly came to us smelling very strongly of urine, and her back had multiple scabbed areas in her fur that sloughed off during her first bath. Those areas are now growing back with fur.  Her gait is a bit wobbly, particularly in her rear end. She is almost completely deaf. She has had 3 Grand Mal seizures, and is now on Phenobarbital for seizure control.  She can be very anxious, with constant barking and whining without attention, particularly at night. She has a Rx of Trazadone to be taken as needed for anxiety. In addition, because Molly is an older dog, she needs to be let out to urinate every 3-4 hrs, and will bark when she needs to go out."

Even with her history, Molly is a very sweet girl who just wanted to be loved!  "Molly is a very sweet girl, and we feel we absolutely did the right thing by taking her out of the environment she was in before. Unfortunately, her care requires more than we are able to provide. Thank you for your help and consideration."  

Milo - In Memory


Name:    Milo
Age:       12 years
Breed:    Jack Russell
Sex:       Male (altered)
Location:  Northeastern Ontario, Canada

Vet Info:  Milo is confirmed neutered.  His owner writes that Milo is up to date on vaccines and heartworm negative, but this has not yet been confirmed.  His owner is not sure of Milo's weight.  Milo is diabetic and receives an injection twice a day.  His owner tells us he is blind due to being diabetic.

Owner Info:  OS received the following heartfelt email from a local organization contacted by Milo's family:
"I was contacted by the family of Milo in hopes that they could find a compassionate long term foster or placement thru a specialized rescue. The family is very sad that they are in this position as the Milo's dad has to leave town in order to work. We come from a very high unemployment rate and Milo's dad, like so many others, has had to leave the area in order to go to work.
Milo is a very loved 12 year old Jack Russell. He suffers with diabetes which resulted in his blindness.He is good with small dogs . Milo does have children that he lives with who are 7 and 3 but the owner cautioned me about placing him with children who he does not know. Milo has never bit anyone but know how little kids can be sometimes.  Other then that he is healthy and frankly the vet said really it's not Milo's time.He has life still in him.
Milo's dad and his children want to continue to support Milo and have contact with rescue or placement.The family is very very sad and it is one of the saddest and most difficult dogs I have ever had to help.

Milo's owner has also written a heartfelt plea:
"...he is a 12 year old jack Russell and for that last couple year he has developed diabetes and because of that he is now blind and I am so heart broken to have to move to Ottawa and can't keep him because of my move and I do not want him put down because he has been a family member to me my wife and two kids since he has been a puppy I want the best for him since has been the best fella for me and my family this is why I have turn for help..." and he adds, "Milo has always been here for us".  He has tried posting on Kijji and has tried shelters in the area, with no luck.  

Milo is an indoor dog with run of the house, he is housebroken and leash trained.  Milo is good with men and women and currently lives with two children. Milo is good with other dogs and cats, and his owner gave us more details:  "he is able to be around cats and dog and kids because I have a 3 and 7 year old and have a cat that past away last year and my dog has been around my moms dogs and she has 8 of them but she had no way to take milo since she got sick herself."

His owner adds that Milo "has been the heart and soul of our family" and is very much hoping we can help.

Does anyone have room for this sweet fellow?

Update 1/25/16: We've heard from Milo's owner, and Milo will be able to stay with a friend temporarily.   They are still looking for rescue or a new home as soon as possible for Milo as the friend isn't able to keep him and also works 12-hour shifts, which will be hard for Milo.  

Joplin - In Memory


Name: Joplin
Age: Estimated 9-10 years
Sex: Female (altered)
Breed: Beagle
Location: Boone, NC

Vet Info: Joplin is confirmed spayed and up to date on vaccines and HW negative per her Vet. Joplin is also on preventative HW medication. Joplin weighs about 23 pounds. Joplin's owner writes, "We've had her examined by 3 different vets, and have also shown our dog trainer a video of her behavior. All four have concluded that Joplin's blindness occurred suddenly instead of gradually over a period of time. In all likelihood, her prior owners overdosed her on Ivermectin (a heartworm chemical)... If not administered in exact dosages, Ivermectin can cause immediate blindness."   Her owner gave us more details about Joplin's eyes: " No evidence of cataracts.. Both retinas undamaged and intact.. Optic nerves healthy and intact.. Both eyes reactive to light.. Eye pressure normal in both eyes..  No clouding or injury to either eye.  "  She also tells us Joplin  has a "loose ACL in her right knee" and is treated with Tramadol and Deramax to keep her knee comfortable.     

Owner Info: Joplin is a sweet girl who needs a home where she can be the only dog. Due to her loss of sight, the Vet feels that Joplin panics and reacts aggressively toward other dogs as a neurological reaction to losing her sight suddenly and is NOT due to being aggressive for the sake of being aggressive. Her owner writes, "She perceives noises and footsteps around her as threats ... when she can't identify where the threat is, she resorts to "panic / defense" mode, and will literally attack air or an empty space. Knowing that she lost her sight due to irresponsibility breaks my heart, and I've come to understand that her "aggression" or sudden outbursts are due to something that was beyond her control. The vet is confident that if she could still see, she wouldn't react in this manner. Our dog trainer and veterinarians all agree that "Joplin" would thrive in a home with no other dogs ... She has lived with a cat, and does NOT exhibit this behavior with him. In fact, she had no reaction at all to the cat when he first arrived to our home (he was adopted). "  

Joplin is an indoor dog with the run of the house. She is housebroken, leash-trained and knows commands like, "sit, no, stay, outside, come."  Joplin is nervous but mainly due to not being comfortable around other dogs. She is good with men, women, teenagers and cats. Her owner writes, "Joplin has never intentionally aggressed or lunged at a human. We've been accidentally nipped / bitten due to being in the middle of the dogs when they begin fighting. It's broken skin a few times. But again, when "Joplin" lunges toward another animal that she perceives as a threat, we can literally place our hands around her snout or pick her up and move her away from the fight. She has NEVER bitten us intentionally."    

Her owner also tells us, "If Joplin were placed in a home with no other dogs, she'd adapt extremely quickly. We were amazed at how she learned the geography of the house, and location of things like crates, water bowls, beds, and furniture. Joplin is an otherwise healthy dog, and does enjoy playing .. I will frequently take her to another room and play with her, and she totally enjoys it. I want to make sure Joplin has every chance in the world to be in a stress-free home in which she can relax and enjoy her senior years. I don't want to fail her."  

Joplin's owner also wants us to know that, "I will gladly assist in transporting Joplin, and will do anything possible to find her a suitable environment. Please be assured that we have loved her, and have always understood that her behavior is something she can't help." 

Mouse - Staying With Owner


Name: Mouse
Age: Estimated late teens
Sex: Female (unknown if altered)
Breed: Pomeranian
Location: Philadelphia, PA area

Vet Info: We asked for information about Mouse's vet visit, and her good samaritan wrote, "The vet said she is in her late teens. She has a grade 4/5 heart murmur, hair loss from a probable endocrine dz, arthritis...She has had half her jaw removed surgically. The vet has no idea why. The vet said in spite of her problems she's relatively healthy!"  She also tells us Mouse eats very well!  Mouse weighs 4 pounds, 10 ounces and appears completely blind and deaf.  She did not receive any vaccinations.  

Owner Info: Mouse is a tiny senior girl who was found as a stray last week.  Her good samaritan took her in and brought her to the vet.  Her good samaritan has no experience with blind dogs, and tells us that Mouse is anxious and won't sleep.  She is very much hoping we'll have a place for Mouse!  
Mouse is an indoor dog with run of the house, she is housebroken but not leash trained.  Mouse is good with women and teenagers, male and female dogs, and cats.  She currently lives with a 16 year old female Pomeranian and a cat.  She is not possessive of toys, treats, or food, and has never bitten or snapped.  

Mouse's good samaritan told us that Mouse is anxious and does not sleep well, but loves to be carried around.  We asked for more details about what Mouse does when she's anxious, and her good samaritan wrote, "She loves to be carried in a sling. Photo included. She is more housebroken than my current dog.  Her anxiety manifests by her walking the perimeter of the house during any waking moment, whining and bumping into walls. She falls asleep in your arms but when you put her down she wakes up like an infant whines and begins walking around bumping into things. She gets into trouble by getting tangled up in cords, bra straps and spins until she's all tied up. I had to place her in a pet carrier and stick her in the washroom last night so I could get sleep. She whined and rolled around for what seemed like hours until she fell asleep. I have a Xanax script for her but it seems to make her more anxious. Falling while roaming the house. I have another Pom who also walks the parameter. It is a Pom thing. But the blindness is very hard for her. She loves my teen daughter who holds her a lot."  

Does anyone have room for this sweet tiny senior who loves to be held?

Toby - Adopted


Name: Toby
Age: 9 ½ years
Breed: Blue Heeler Mix
Sex: Male (not altered)
Location: Southwest Ohio

Vet Info: Toby is not neutered.  He is up to date on vaccines, microchipped and heartworm negative. A stool sample was also negative.  He had bloodwork done and has been put on thyroid medication. Toby weighs 60 pounds, but his good samaritan writes that he should weigh 45.  She tells us he is completely blind.  

Owner Info: DOB 7/4/06. Toby is a gorgeous fellow who was found as a stray.  His rescuer was able to find his owners who took him back, but then changed their minds and gave him back.  His good samaritan has a very small rescue and had him vetted, but isn't able to keep him.  She is very much hoping to find Toby a safe place to go!  She has had Toby for one day.  

Toby is an outdoor dog.  He is housebroken and leash trained.  He is a smart boy and knows, Sit, Lay Down, and Come!  He is described as outgoing, and is good with people of all ages, and male and female dogs.  Toby has not bitten or snapped and is not possessive of toys, treats, or food. 

Wednesday, January 13, 2016

Sinatra - In Memory


Name: Sinatra
Age: 12 years
Breed: Cane Corso
Sex: Male (not altered)
Location: Los Angeles, CA

Vet Info: Sinatra is not neutered and is not up to date on vaccines.  He has not had a recent heartworm test.  He weighs about 125 pounds.

Owner Info: Sinatra is a gorgeous senior Cane Corso who has just lost his sight.  His owner writes, "I love my dog Sinatra, which is a beautiful Cane Corso. Ive had him for over 12 years and he just lost his sight and because of the loft I live in and nature of my business, Its been very hard to understand hard to handle him and his fears of not being able to see. He is not eating and peeing as normal...."  His owner writes that he hates to see Sinatra suffer, and feels his final years would be more pleasant with outdoor space and a skilled owner.  He has had Sinatra since he was a puppy.

Sinatra is an indoor dog with run of the house, he is housebroken and leash trained.  Sinatra has had obedience training, and his owner writes, "He is very smart with both commands and hand but his blindness has him on sounds only but hard to focus."  His owner believes he is completely blind.  

Sinatra is described as outgoing, and good with people of all ages, and female dogs.  He is not possessive of toys, treats, or food, and his owner tells us he can be nervous.  "Sinatra had aggression to larger dogs but since his lost his sight he is more nervous because he can't see".  

Other than his sight, his owner tells us Sinatra's "hips are good but is slow moving and not eating as much or peeing."

His owner is hoping to find Sinatra a new home where he can be happy!  "I just love him and I want him to be happy."

Skittles - Adopted


Name: Skittles
Age: 8 ½ years
Breed: Pug / Beagle Mix
Sex: Male (altered)
Location: San Diego, CA

Vet Info: Skittles is confirmed neutered and next due for rabies vaccine on 7/31/16.  He has not been recently heartworm tested.  Skittles weighs about 40 pounds.

Owner Info: DOB 7/3/2007. Skittles is an adorable fellow who has become blind in a short period of time.  His owner writes, "At first we thought SARDS, but now I'm thinking that he has Cushings Disease, for what the Dr. told me that some SARDS dogs also get Cushings Disease."  His owner is not able to care for him as he needs, and is very much hoping to find him a new, happy home.  She has asked everyone she knows and has done online searches, but has not had any luck.

Skittles is an indoor dog with run of the house, he is housebroken and leash trained.  He knows the commands, Sit, Lay, and No, and sometimes he will Drop It!  Skittles even knows to ring the bells on the door if he needs to go out! 

Skittles is good with people of all ages.  "He mostly loves people. People he knows and people he has never met. Much prefers people over other animals."  His owner says he's good with female dogs, and gave us more details:  "Some dogs he just gets very agitated around. Mostly bigger dogs, but definitely not all. Never with people."  Skittles can be possessive of toys, treats, or food, and his owner told us that he once snapped at her son trying to get something out of his mouth.  

Skittles's owner says his blindness happened very suddenly.  "I believe he is completely blind. It was a very fast onset of whatever caused it. He also seems to have lost his sense of smell."  She also wants us to know he's a very sweet fellow who loves his fruits and vegetables!  "He is a very sweet boy, a little mischievous, at times. Loves to steal paper or napkins from you if he can. Although because he can no longer see I don't think that will continue to be a problem. He always want someones attention and he loves veggies and some fruits. He used to be great at catch, but can no longer do that."

Monday, January 11, 2016

Murray - Adopted


Name: Murray
Age: 7 years
Breed: Poodle
Sex: Male (altered)
Location: Lexington, KY

Vet Info: Murray is confirmed neutered, up to date on vaccines, and heartworm negative.  He is microchipped.  His current rescue writes that "his eyes are all white; we think he see shadows and light and dark."  Murray weighs 9 pounds.

Owner Info: Murray is an adorable and very sweet little boy who was saved from a high kill shelter by a KY rescue.  He has been with them for several months and they have received no interest in sweet Murray.  They are hoping we will be able to place Murray within BDRA so he can have a rescue who specializes in what blind dogs need, and he can find the wonderful home he deserves.  

Murray is an indoor dog with run of the house, he is housebroken and leash trained.  He is a very sweet fellow, and is good with people of all ages, male and female dogs, and cats.  "He has been around many other animals and never had an issue at all."  Murray can be possessive of toys, treats, or food, but has never shown any aggression and has never bitten or snapped, and they tell us he's easy-going. 

They also want us to know that he's very healthy, loving, snuggly and smart!  

Thursday, January 7, 2016

Bailey - Adopted


Name: Bailey
Age: Approximately 5 years
Sex: Female (altered)
Breed: Chesapeake Bay / Golden Retriever Mix
Location: New Iberia, LA

Vet Info: Bailey is confirmed spayed and up to date on vaccines.  She is heartworm and fecal negative, and is next due for a heartworm and fecal test in April, 2016.  Bailey weighs about 78 pounds.  Bailey's owner writes that as of December, 2015, Bailey has become completely blind in both eyes due to congenital glaucoma (she had sight in one eye previously), but other than that, she has no health issues.

Owner Info: Bailey is a gorgeous and sweet girl whose owner's husband (and Bailey's main caretaker) died unexpectedly a few weeks ago.  His wife travels a lot for work and has no one to care for Bailey.  She is desperately hoping for rescue or a new home for Bailey.  She writes, "Her current home is an unsafe environment due to an in ground swimming pool, her main caregiver died on 12/4/15 and I travel for work and have no one to provide care to Bailey."

Bailey is an outdoor dog with a fenced yard, she is not housebroken, but is leash trained.  Bailey knows the commands Sit and Come.  She is described as outgoing, and is good with people of all ages and both male and female dogs, and currently lives with two small dogs.  Her owner writes, "Bailey is good with both male and female dogs. My husband often kept other dogs while friends were on vacation. Bailey has never had any problems with any of the dogs. She is good with everyone and everything - she is a very sweet dog."  

Bailey is not possessive of toys, treats or food, and has never shown any aggression.  She has never bitten or snapped.  

Bailey's owner wants us to know she's a very sweet and loving girl who loves to go on walks!  "She is a loving, sweet animal that needs a safe environment and someone who will take her on her much loved daily walks."

Wednesday, January 6, 2016

Sophie - Adopted


Name: Sophie
Age: Unknown
Breed: Lab / Chow Mix?
Sex: Female (altered as per owner but not confirmed)
Location: Jackson, TN area

Vet Info: Sophie has had no vetting.  Her good samaritan believes she is spayed, and tells us Sophie is completely blind.  She also writes that Sophie has had one seizure since she was found, lasting three minutes.  Sophie weighs approximately 45 pounds.  

Owner Info: Sophie is a beautiful girl who was dropped off near a good samaritan's home.  The good samaritan has taken her in, and has not had any luck finding her owners.  She is unable to keep Sophie, and is very much hoping for rescue as soon as possible!  She has had Sophie for three weeks.

Sophie's good samaritan tells us she's a super sweet girl!  Sophie is an indoor dog with run of the house, she is housebroken and leash trained.  She knows Sit, Lay Down, and Stay!  Sophie is described as "outgoing", and is good with people of all ages, and male and female dogs.  She currently lives with four other dogs.  

Sophie has not been possessive of toys, treats, or food, and has not shown any aggression.  Her good samaritan is very much hoping for rescue!  She writes, "She is so sweet and deserves such a loving home! I wish that I could save her but I have too many dogs now and it's starting to get cold."

Loki - Adopted


Name: Loki
Age: Approximately 5 years
Breed: German Shepherd Mix
Sex: Male (altered)
Location: Pittsburgh, PA area

Vet Info: Loki is confirmed neutered and microchipped.  He received a one year DHLPP vaccine and a one year rabies vaccine on March 28, 2015.  He is heartworm negative.  Loki weighs between 50 and 55 pounds. His owners write that he is completely blind.  "We believe that he was born blind. He can not see anything and his eyes have absolutely no reaction when the vet shines a light in them."

Owner Info: Loki is a gorgeous fellow who is very sweet and loves people!  But Loki has severe separation anxiety, and his owner and his wife both have full time jobs and are not home most of the time.  They've tried crate training without success, and "strongly believe that he needs a home where the owners are home the majority of the time, whether they be retired or people that work from home."  Shelters have told them Loki would probably be euthanized because he would be too difficult to place.  Loki was originally adopted from a shelter about 1 1/2 years ago.

Loki is an indoor dog with run of the house, he is housebroken and leash trained.  He is good with both men and women, teenagers, and younger children.  He currently lives with two cats, but his owners write, "Loki will need to be introduced to new animals and supervised until he gets used to them, otherwise he may bite unfamiliar cats."  Loki knows Sit and Shake and sometimes, he will Stay!  

Loki is not possessive of toys, treats, or food, and has never shown aggression towards people.  His owners gave us more details about how he is with other dogs:  "He has never bitten or snapped at any person, therefore he has never broken skin. He however has bitten and snapped at rambunctious dogs because he can not tell if they are trying to play with him or trying to attack him. He has not broken their skin. Loki also bit our newest cat when we first brought her home. He did not break skin and after being monitored for a while, the two now live in harmony in our home."

Loki adapts well to new surroundings, and his owners write, "Loki adapts very quickly to new surroundings. We take him with us when we go to friends houses or to visit family sometimes. He will spend a few minutes learning the layout of the new place and then will get around just fine. He will also be fine around the animals that reside at the other homes unless the strange dog is super playful and bothers Loki."

Loki's owners want us to know he's a very sweet fellow and adores people!  "Loki is a very sweet dog that loves people. He would be a great dog for a home where he would not be left alone for long periods of time."

Tuesday, January 5, 2016

Taco - Outcome Unknown


Name: Taco
Age: Unknown
Breed: Chihuahua
Sex: Male (not altered)
Location: Johnson City, TN area

Vet Info: Taco is not neutered and has not had a recent heartworm test.  He is next due for the rabies vaccine on November 24, 2016.  Taco weighs about 4 pounds.  Taco's owner writes that he is partially blind due to cataracts, and also has arthritis.

Owner Info: Taco is an adorable and very tiny fellow whose owner feels he deserves "better" than she can provide.  She rescued him from someone who was giving him away at a local supermarket; she was afraid of what might have happened if she did not.  She has had Taco for about one year.  She is very much hoping he can have the home that he deserves!  

Taco is an indoor dog with run of the house, he is not housebroken or leash trained.  Taco is described as "nervous".  Taco is possessive of toys, treats, or food, and his owner gave us more details:  "Whoever is holding him no one else can pat him and he don't want any other animal near him for he cannot see well. He tries to snap but he don't have many teeth. He don't mean anything by it."  He currently lives with two other dogs and a few cats, but prefers to be by himself. "He stays by himself mostly only gets up to use bathroom or eat and drink".  

His owner is hoping we can help her find the right home for Taco!

Bubba


Name: Bubba
Age: Approximately 9 years
SexMale (altered​​)
BreedAkita mix
Location: Jacksonville, FL area

Vet Info: Bubba is confirmed neutered and is up to date on vaccines. He is heartworm negative. Bubba has advanced cataracts in both eyes. He can see shadows but is almost fully blind. Bubba weighs 60 pounds.  

Owner Info: Bubba is an Akita mix who has been with his current owners for about 5 years but they now have an active one year old child and Bubba can get startled and protective easily in an unpredictable environment. They have tried many avenues to find Bubba a new home with no luck yet. They write, “Bubba is a good dog but his blindness prevents him from being fully aware and trusting his environment and other people/animals.”

Bubba is an indoor dog confined to one area of the house. He is house-broken and leash-trained. Bubba is described as nervous and shy. Bubba's owner says Bubba occasionally shows aggression toward her husband if he startles him while sleeping or plays too rough. She says he is very protective around the baby. There was an incident a few months ago when Bubba snapped at his owner when he was trying to get Bubba out of the bedroom. It was dark and Bubba was sleeping next to the baby's crib. Bubba's owner grabbed his collar and Bubba snapped at him. His owners also have a female husky and she and Bubba get along fine. Bubba is not possessive of toys, treats or food.


Bubba's owners also say Bubba is in great health other than his eyes. He is very energetic and loves to run and jump and take walks. 

Mishka - Adopted


Name: Mishka
Age: 1 year, 8 months
Breed: Siberian Husky
Sex: Female (altered)
Location: San Antonio, TX

Vet Info: Mishka is confirmed spayed.  She is not up to date on vaccines and has not had a recent heartworm test, but her owner writes that she will be getting this done.  Mishka weighs about 60 pounds.  Her owner tells us Mishka has juvenile cataracts and "may be able to see shapes, but overall her sight is gone."

Owner Info: Mishka is a gorgeous girl whose owner has two other large dogs and a baby on the way (due in March), and is worried about what will happen after her baby arrives, as Mishka "still walks all over me, steps on my face in bed, etc".  She writes that Mishka "would thrive better in a home where she could get more attention."  She has tried all of the Husky rescue organizations in her area, and has been referred to us.  She would love for Mishka to go to a great home that she deserves!  

Mishka is an indoor dog with run of the house, she is housebroken and leash trained.  Mishka is described as "outgoing", and is good with men and women, and male and female dogs.  She currently lives with a male and female dog.  Other than her sight, her owner writes that she's very healthy and friendly!  
  
Mishka is not possessive of toys, treats, or food, and has never shown any aggression.  Her owner tells us that "she is very submissive to the other dogs".  Mishka adapts well to new situations, and has adjusted well to being blind.  Her owner writes that the other dogs help her."She adapted to being blind well. I think the other dogs helped her cope. She still runs into walls and doors when she gets excited and just runs, but overall she is doing well." 

Mishka's owner wants us to know that she is a very friendly girl and is hoping for a home for her where "she has a better quality of life".