Shorty - Adopted

Name: Shorty

Age: 10 years

Sex: Male (altered)

Breed: Poodle

Location: Near Savannah, Georgia

Vet Info: Shorty is neutered and up to date on his rabies, distemper and bordetella. He is heartworm negative. He has bilateral cataracts but otherwise is healthy. He weighed 8 and a half pounds at his last vet visit in February 2014.

Owner Info: A rescue got Shorty several months ago from an owner who was about to take him to a shelter. The owner could no longer care for him. Shorty is an indoor dog who is housebroken and leash-trained. He follows the commands to sit and to come. He is good with people of all ages, but is nervous around dogs he does not know. The rescue wrote: "I think he would be ok once he got to know other dogs. In his foster home now he gets along with their dog but it has taken a while. He prefers people to other dogs. He is not aggressive, but may growl at something he is not sure about. I have been around him at the events and he just loves to be held and it doesn't matter who - so he is great around people."

Big Brother - Outcome Unknown

Name: Big Brother

Age: Approximately 5 weeks
Breed: Possibly Red Heeler Mix
Sex: Male (not altered)
Location: San Antonio, Texas area

Vet Info: Big Brother has been at the clinic for about two and a half weeks, along with his five siblings. He is suspected to be partially blind, but he is too young to fully evaluate. The vet suspects significant hearing loss as well.He will be vaccinated at 6 weeks of age. He has not yet been heartworm tested but he will be given preventative at 6 weeks of age.

Owner Info: A litter of puppies, possibly red heeler mix, was abandoned at a vet clinic. After de-worming, several of them had seizures due to the heavy worm burden. Since that time, this puppy has not regained his sight and also has partial to complete hearing loss. The staff are going to begin to find homes for his siblings this weekend. They really want to find a good home for Big Brother where he can be cared for by someone knowledgeable about his impairments, otherwise he may be euthanized.

Moochie - Outcome Unknown

Name: Moochie

Age: Estimated 10-12 years

Breed: Shih Tzu?

Sex: Male (not altered)

Location: Miami, FL

Vet Info: Moochie has not been vetted.  He weighs about 20 pounds.

Owner Info: Sweet Moochie was found in a ditch on 4/24 in an empty field by a good samaritan who is not able to keep him.  She is very much hoping for rescue for Moochie!  He is an outdoor dog and does not appear to be housebroken.  She wrote that his paws seem to have been burned and are painful for him to walk on, and he seems to be unable to close his eyes.   He does appear to see shadows but keeps bumping into things.  She checked that he is possessive of food, but has never bitten or snapped since he's been with her.    She says he's very well natured and a very happy boy!  He will even follow voices! 

Please read his caregiver's heartfelt email:  "hello i will tell you the story about Moochie! I found him wondering around in an empty field yesterday! He was hiding in a ditch by the time i got to him! Every time i would approach him he was very scared . Thats how i knew that he was blind! I fed him and he started to trust me more and more with each minute! I managed to put the leash around his neck and took him over to my neighbors house! i have 3 dogs  and they would not tolerate him there. I realized that something was wrong with his little paws cause he could barely walk without shaking with every step he took. i gave him a flea and tick bath and cleaned his dry crusty and puss filled eyes! He has a very good nature. He is wagging his tail at all times. His paws look like they have been burned but i am not sure! He appears to be an older male! I think that he is not able to close his eyes all the way! We named him moochie! Cause he likes to give kisses! LOl"

Update 5/2/2014: Moochie is now urgent! He is trying to dig out of the neighbor’s home where he is staying. They are trying to keep ahead of the digging but his good samaritan is very afraid that Moochie will end up loose and be lost again or hurt.

Update 5/25/2014: Moochie has been moved from the neighbor's and is now staying with a friend of the person who found him, but they are unable to keep him and it's not known how long he can stay. Moochie's good samaritan says he's a very sweet boy! He loves people and his tail wags every time he hears voices! He needs his eyes cleaned every day, and also needs daily eye drops. She tells us he has some sight now as he's no longer bumping into things like he was before! He also has a skin condition that she believes is fungal, and she gives him a weekly bath which seems to be helping. He's a very good boy! She tells us he also gets along well with other dogs. 

Update 11/19/14: Moochie is still waiting for his new home!  We've heard from his good samaritan, and he's "still running around and being a grumpy old man - lol!"  

Mike - In BDRA Foster Care

Name: Mike

Age: DOB 12/13/13

Breed: Standard Poodle

Sex: Male (not altered)

Location: Atlanta, GA area

Vet Info: Mike is not neutered.  Mike has been given three vaccines so far but has not yet been heartworm tested. The vet's office commented on how much the owner loves his dogs!  He weighs 20 pounds.

Owner Info: Mike is a very handsome standard poodle born to a breeder. They've been breeding for 20 years, do full genetic testing of their breeding pairs, and show their dogs in confirmation and agility competitions. Mike is the first poodle they've ever had who was born blind. An ophthalmic surgeon said Mike's optic nerve is too small. They are unable to keep him and would like him to have a good home that will love him very much! Other than his blindness, they write that he is completely healthy. Mike is an outdoor dog with a fenced yard, he is housebroken and leash trained. They write that he intelligent and affectionate! He is good with both men and women, and both male and female dogs. They checked that he is possessive of toys, treats, or food, but he has never bitten or snapped and has never shown any aggression. They say he's a very loving and happy puppy and loves to go for walks and runs! 

Ray-Ray - Adopted

Name: Ray-Ray

Age: 9 months

Breed: Hound Mix

Sex: Male (altered)

Location: SW Arkansas

Vet Info: Ray-Ray is neutered. He is up-to-date on his shots. He is HW negative. The vet says he is healthy but blind! He is doing great, and ready for a home!!! He weighs 40 pounds.

Owner Info: Ray-Ray's current owner works at a doggie daycare/hotel and they were able to take Ray-Ray in so that his previous owner did not take him to a shelter.  They are hoping for rescue for sweet Ray-Ray so that he can have the home he deserves and get out of the kennel!  They have had him for two weeks.  Ray-Ray is an indoor dog who is crated, he is not housebroken or leash trained, but he follows their voices.  He is also learning "come!"  He is good with people of all ages and both male and female dogs.  Ray-Ray is not possessive of toys, treats, or food and has never bitten or snapped.  His owner writes that he is a doll! His owner believes that he can see shadows as he sometimes follows the movement outside his kennel, and she writes that he seems to be in excellent health.  She wants us to know what a special fellow Ray is.  "Ray is the best guy. He loves other dogs and is just the most precious thing I have seen!"

Barney

We've just become aware of this poor fellow in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina. His Facebook link is below and they are desperate for help.  Barney is an adorable fellow!  

https://www.facebook.com/ljubiteljzivotinjaa/media_set?set=a.10203397082476154.1073742046.1484681899&type=1

​From his Facebook post: Completely blindness dog :( This dog was found on the street in Ilijas, he is completely blind. I don't know why he is on street but people are selfish :( He have a wound on his neck from chain or something like you se on photos. He probably have 3-4 years and is not that much old. On his back is wound too. This por dog was rescued today and thanks to Marianne Søndergaard will be two day in Dawn nest till Almir come back from his trip. On Monday he will go to pension KING and he will need money for pension and for a vet. Today we go to Haris Custovic, vet clinic and he got antibiotic and wunds are cleaned for now, for his eye we are not sure will he ever be able to see but we will give our best for him. Please if you can help PM me or send to paypal: arijanadogs@gmail.com. Today vet bill I pay 35 BAM or 17,5 euro and we will see how much will be others bills, but for pension he need 120euro per month :( I know my situation but he will not survive on street any longer and his face look like Davet (blind dog who pass few month before also rescued from street).

Honey - In BDRA Foster Care

Name: Honey

Age: 4 1/2 months

Sex: Male (not altered)

Breed: Chihuahua

Location: Bethlehem, PA

Vet Info: Honey's owner writes that he is up to date on vaccines but this has not been verified.  She also writes that an eye specialist said Honey may not see at all, but his eyes do not need any further treatment for now.  Honey weighs 4 pounds.  Honey is not neutered.  

Owner Info: Honey is an adorable little fellow whose owner is a student and is unable to care for him.  She is very hopeful he will be able to come to BDRA and have the wonderful life he deserves!  She lives in a very small apartment and already has two Chihuahuas (Honey's parents).  Honey is an indoor dog who is crated, he is not housebroken, but is leash trained.  Honey is good with people of all ages, and both male and female dogs.  His owner checked that Honey is possessive of toys, treats, or food, but he's never shown aggression and has never bitten or snapped.  Other than his eye issue, she writes that he is very healthy, and says Honey is "super sweet!"  

Angel - In Foster Care

Name: Angel

Age: 8 weeks

Sex: Female (not altered)

Breed: Labrador Mix?

Location: Houston, TX

Vet Info: No vet information yet.

Owner Info: Angel's current owner found her and the rest of her littermates at the side of the road just a few days ago. She is about 8 weeks old and weighs 9 pounds right now; she was very underweight when she was found but is gaining weight. She is living outside in a kennel, and loves to be let out to play. She is able to find food and water, and plays well with her siblings. She loves to explore. She is affectionate and sweet and her owner says she "acts just like a normal puppy." She has not had shots yet but the owner said a vet said that the openings of her eyes look small and it is likely they did not fully develop. Her owner said that she wishes she could keep her, but does not have time to raise her, so wants her to find a loving home where she will get the attention she deserves.

Bozley - In Foster Care

Name: Bozley

Age: 9 years

Breed: Cairn Terrier

Sex: Male (neutered per owner, not confirmed)

Location: Asheville, NC

Vet Info: Bozley is neutered and up to date on vaccines per his owners, but this has not been confirmed.  Bozley weighs 20 pounds.

Owner Info: Bozley owner's wife has a health issue which has worsened in the past couple of years.  They have had to move into an apartment but were not able to bring Bozley. They are now facing financial and health difficulties and are unable to care for Bozley.  They are hoping sweet Bozley can find rescue very soon!  They have tried friends and family members but have not yet had any luck in finding Bozley a new home.  They have had Bozley since he was a puppy. Bozley is an indoor dog with run of the house, he is housebroken and leash trained.  He even knows the commands sit, stay, and beg!  Bozley is good with people of all ages and other dogs and cats, and lives with two cats now.  He is not possessive with toys, treats, or food and has never shown any aggression to other pets, but "he has killed rodents and snakes". Bozley's owners describe him as completely blind, and said "that he just woke up one day and couldn't see".  They say he hasn't had any other issues regarding his health, but he seems to be allergic to fleas.   They say Bozley is a wonderful dog!

Rosie - In BDRA Foster Care

Name: Rosie

Age: Estimated 5 1/2 months

Sex: Female (not altered)

Breed: Rottweiler

Location: Marietta, GA area

Vet Info: Rosie received a one-year rabies vaccine on 4/1/14 and is next due 4/1/15.  She received the DHPP vaccine on 4/1/14 and will receive a booster on 5/15/14.  She is not spayed.  Rosie weighs 40 pounds.

Owner Info: Rosie is a beautiful puppy who was saved from the shelter by another rescue before she was euthanized.  They are hoping for BDRA placement because she needs an owner or foster with blind dog experience.  They want the best for Rosie!  She is currently in a short term foster home while she is brought back to good health.  Rosie is an indoor dog confined to one area of the house, she is not housebroken but is leash trained.  She's good with people of all ages, both male and female dogs and cats!  She currently lives with dogs and cats now.  She is not possessive of toys, treats, or food, and has never bitten or snapped. Rosie appears to be partially blind.  Her eyes look normal, but one is slightly cockeyed.  They write that Rosie has an excellent temperament, and is very docile. She's a happy, healthy puppy!  

Fluffy - Adopted

Name: Fluffy

Age: 6 years

Breed: Australian Shepherd / Blue Heeler Mix

Sex: Female (altered)

Location: Taos, NM

Vet Info: Fluffy is confirmed spayed. She received a one year rabies vaccine today (4/15/14) and also received the distemper vaccine. She'll get a booster in 3 weeks. Fluffy is heartworm negative. She weighs 40 - 50 pounds.

Owner Info: Fluffy's owner is a single mother with two children. Last year, Fluffy developed cataracts (she has cloudy eyes) and went blind, and now she is nervous around the children and growls at her owner's one-year-old son when he tries to pet her, although her owner says she is still in good spirits! They're also moving to Florida by the end of May and aren't able to take Fluffy with them. Her owner has tried Craigslist and asking around, but has not yet had any luck in finding Fluffy a new home. She found Fluffy on the side of the road when she was a puppy. Fluffy is an indoor dog with run of the house, she is housebroken and leash trained. Fluffy knows the commands sit and come! Fluffy is good with men, women, and cats (she lives with a cat), but has snapped at other dogs. Her owner wrote, "My mom's dog started to try to eat some of her food and they got into a fight but no skin was broke and Fluffy was defending herself mostly." Fluffy has also growled at her one-year-old son when he grabbed her tail, and her mom's dog who tried to eat her treat. Her owner says Fluffy is a very loyal dog! 

Sue and Annie - Bonded Pair - In Foster Care

Name: Sue and Annie

Breed: Border Collies

Age: Estimated 1 year

Sex: Females (likely not altered)

Location: West of St. Louis, MO

Vet Info: No information available.

Owner Info: A good Samaritan found two Border Collies dumped near her home.

She is doing her best to reach out and find them rescue, and she has posted them on Craigslist. She tells us, "They are very sweet very special girls who have already captured my heart and it just kills me that I am unable to keep them.”

Craigslist ad: T​wo border collies have been dumped near my home. They look to be younger, around a year or so and are probably sisters. Sadly one of them is blind. Both girls are super sweet and are just really good dogs in general. I have already fallen in love with them but I cannot keep them and I really need to find a home for them asap. Aside from one being blind and both of them being severly underweight, they seem healthy. Most of the no kill shelters in my area are full and turned me down and I am desperately searching for fosters or a forever home. The blind one is very timid and frightened at first but after a day or so she really comes out of her shell and acts like a happy sweet puppy! I do not think she would do well in a shelter situation so I am trying everything I can to find a more ideal situation for her. I would like to keep them together if possible considering the blind one seems to depend on her sister but realize that might not be possible as I am quickly running out of options.

Update 4/20/2014: Here is an update on these sweet girls - they have had their shots!  They are still looking for a new home or rescue.

A wonderful organization has paid for the girls to get their shots and they are being boarded for two weeks at a very nice park that has agility and sheep herding along with ponds and plenty of fields to run in! We are still working to find homes and fosters and are discussing options to get them spayed!

Update 5/12/2014: The girls are doing great! Canine Country in Wentzville is boarding them for a few weeks while I continue to look for fosters. Rescues have paid for their shots, heartworm check and preventative medicine, along with a bed, toys, chews and frontline! They have settled in very well and are looking great! I usually visit them three times a week and they are just the sweetest!

Update 6/9/2014: The girls need to leave the boarding kennel by tonight! Please continue to share!

Memaw Pearl - Adopted

Name: Memaw Pearl

Breed: Shih Tsu

Age: Approximately 8 years, possibly older

Sex: Female (altered as per owner)

Location: North Little Rock, AR

Vet Info: Memaw Pearl has not yet been seen by a vet. Her owner says she is spayed but this cannot be verified. She weighs around 20 pounds. Her owner says Memaw Pearl has cataracts but seems to be in good health otherwise.

Owner Info: Memaw Pearl was recently found trying to climb out of a lake. She has been with her owner for less than a week. Memaw Pearl is an indoor dog with run of the house. She is house-broken and leash-trained. Her owner says she is good with men, women, and children, as well as male dogs and small animals. She has not shown any aggression towards anyone and her owner reports, “she has figured out the outside step quickly and uses her front paw to guide her way around the wall of my house.” Her owner also wants us to know she is very “sweet and loving.”

Chula - Adopted

Name: Chula

Age: 6 or 7 years

Breed: Whippet Mix

Sex: Female (altered as per owner)

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Vet Info: Chula is spayed and up to date on vaccines, per her owner. She has not had a heartworm test. Chula weighs 17 pounds.

Owner Info: Chula lived with his owner until she died, and then went to the owner's daughter who lives in an apartment. She has been trying to rehome Chula for about a year. She describes Chula as "partially blind but so spunky and smart and active and a runner, and living in an apartment just isn't right for her." Chula is 6 or 7 years old and weighs 17 pounds. She is a Whippet mix and was originally adopted from a shelter. She has glaucoma in one eye and the other eye has "a dilated pupil at times." She is an indoor dog with the run of the house. She is housetrained and leash trained. She had obedience training at Petsmart. She is an outgoing girl and good with people of all ages and also good with cats, dogs and other small animals. The current owner wrote that "Chula is a great little dog all around and is very sweet."

Lil Bit - In BDRA Foster Care

Name: Lil Bit

Age: 5-7 years

Sex: Female (altered)

Breed: Chihuahua

Location: Decatur, AL area

Vet Info: Lil Bit is confirmed spayed. She is not up to date on vaccines and has not had a heartworm test. Lil Bit weighs 6 pounds.

Owner Info: Lil Bit is an adorable chihuahua who was found running down the middle of a highway with cars dodging her, scared and confused. She was also malnourished and neglected. She was saved by a good samaritan, but she's unable to keep Lil Bit because she already has 5 dogs and 2 cats! She's hoping that Lil Bit can find rescue so she can have the home and attention she deserves. She has tried to find Lil Bit a home but has not yet had any success. Lil Bit has cataracts in both eyes and is partially blind. She's also missing some front bottom teeth but the rest of her teeth look good, and her caregiver says other than that, she's in good health. Lil Bit is an indoor dog with run of the house, she is housebroken and leash trained. She is good with both men and women, but a home without younger children is recommended as younger children may be too rough and will frighten her. She is good with both male and female dogs. Lil Bit is not possessive of toys, treats, or food, and has never shown any aggression. When asked if she adapts well to new surroundings, Lil Bit's caregiver writes, "She will after a little time. She is loving to every human being she meets. She adores to sit in your lap and be scratched or rubbed". And she adds that Lil Bit "loves to be petted and handled!" 

Puppy - Staying With Owner

Name: Puppy

Breed: West Highland Terrier

Sex: Male (altered)

Age: 5 weeks

Location: Western NY

Vet Info: Puppy weighs two pounds. Puppy has not been vetted.

Owner Info: Puppy is an adorable little fellow who became blind during birth. His breeder is unable to keep him and is looking for rescue. Puppy's owner writes, "My westie had a litter on 3/9/14 and during the males birth the head was constricted by a contraction resulting in birth fluids to enter the eyes ( this is what my Vet believes happened). As soon as it was noticed it was straight off to the Vet. Some antibiotic was given and a test sent off. Test showed it was a bacterial infection. The shot did clear it up and fast but the damage appears to be done. Both eyes are white and at best sees shapes. Clearly, he is not for adoption now. His needs are more than I can probably provide. The training alone is beyond anything I've done. I am really in need of someone who has the time and knowledge to care and train him properly. The Vet says his vision may improve but I think he is blowing smoke up my butt. Any help would be appreciated." Other than that, Puppy's owner says he is a healthy, growing pup!

Keller - Adopted

Name: Keller

Age: 1 year

Sex: Male (altered)

Breed: Collie

Location: In Ontario/near Detroit

Vet Info: Keller has been neutered and is up to date on his rabies. He also has a microchip.

Owner Info: A young woman saved Keller from being euthanized by his breeder, but she was unable to keep him because he did a lot of barking in her apartment. So a rescue took in Keller a few months ago, hoping to keep him until he is adopted, but they said he is a little too much for their foster homes who are not experienced with totally blind and partially deaf dogs. Keller was "skin and bones" when he was first brought into the rescue but now is much healthier and he has put on some weight. Keller is about a year old and weighs 35 pounds. He is housebroken and leash trained. He is a little shy but gets along with people and with other dogs. The only concern was that one foster home told the rescue that Keller tried to bite the foster mom, but the rescue does not know the circumstances and they think something scared him. Otherwise, he has done quite well even though he has had to be moved from foster home to foster home. The rescue is hoping someone will adopt this beautiful dog and give him a great home.

Max - In Memory

Name: Max

Age: 14 years

Sex: Male (altered)

Breed: Jack Russell Terrier

Location: GA/AL border

Vet Info: Max is confirmed neutered and received a one-year rabies vaccine on 6/15/13. He is heartworm negative. Max weighs 16 pounds.

Owner Info: Max is an adorable senior JRT whose owner is unable to afford vet bills if something were to happen. She also had to move recently to a very small apartment. She says that Max needs a yard because "he is unable to hold his pee for long anymore. He currently goes onto a screened porch with storage closet where his bed is". She's also trying to rehome her other pets because she's only supposed to have one dog. She's had Max for three years and got him from a Craigslist ad. Max is completely blind and has had both eyes removed "due to rupture". Max is an indoor dog confined to one area of the house, he is not housebroken or leash trained. Max is a very sweet boy, and is good with people of all ages, both male and female dogs, and even cats! He currently lives with other dogs and cats. He is not possessive of toys, treats, or food and has never shown any aggression. His owner wants us to know that he's a loving boy, and is very friendly and smart! His owner says that Max adapts well to new situations and writes, "He is very calm and loving, likes to sit next to people as long as he is touching them or in their lap/snuggled next to them on the couch, he is happy. He does run into things, often." 

Buttercup - Adopted

Name: Buttercup

Age: 8 years

Breed: Shih Tzu

Sex: Female (altered)

Location: MA 

Vet Info: Buttercup is confirmed spayed and UTD with rabies (due 11-2015) distemper due 5-2014) and kennel cough (due 11-2014).   Buttercup weighs 13 pounds.

Owner Info: DOB 5/1/06. Buttercup is a beautiful girl whose owner says, "I am a very emotional person with a history of depression. It breaks my heart to see Buttercup going blind, for example, bumping into things and not being able to find her water bowl. I am a retired widow with no one to help. I live in a townhouse with 3 levels that Buttercup cannot negotiate. I know she will be much better off with a less emotional owner in a home with fewer levels. Her vet says she has SARDS." Buttercup is an indoor dog with run of the house, and is housebroken. She is not possessive of toys, treats or food, and has never bitten or snapped.  

Wolfie - Adopted

Name: Wolfie

Age: 13 years

Breed: Mixed Breed

Sex: Male (not altered)

Location: Salisbury, MD area

Vet Info: Wolfie is not neutered and is not up to date on vaccines. He has not seen a vet. The local humane society will have him neutered and vaccinated prior to placement. Wolfie weighs about 60 pounds.

Owner Info: Wolfie is a very sweet older fellow whose owner is terminally ill and in the hospital. A volunteer from the local Humane Society has been going over to the home to feed Wolfie and let him out, but they are unable to continue for long. Wolfie needs a home or rescue as soon as possible! They have tried all of their "dog" connections, but have had no luck. Wolfie is an indoor dog with run of the house, he is housebroken and leash trained. He is good with men and women, but due to his size and blindness, a home without younger children is recommended. He is good with both male and female dogs and currently lives with a female lab and a cat. He is not possessive of toys, treats, or food, and has never bitten or snapped.  Wolfie is completely blind, and his eyes are described as "white". Wolfie has lived in the same home his whole life and is able to find his way around both inside and outside. His caregiver writes, "He is a real sweet dog, and loves attention. He did nothing wrong, but just ended up in a bad situation."

BB - In BDRA Foster Care

Name: BB (Blind Boy)

Age: 5-6 weeks

Sex: Male (not altered)

Breed: Labrador Boxer Mix

Location: Middletown, NY area

Vet Info: BB is not neutered and has not received any vaccines. He weighs about 4 pounds.

Owner Info: DOB 2/22/14. BB (Blind Boy) is an adorable puppy whose mother lost interest in his litter. His siblings went to a local animal shelter, but they wouldn't take BB because he is a special needs puppy. His owner is hoping for rescue or adoption for BB so he can adjust while he is young. BB is an indoor dog confined to one area of the house, and his owner checked that he is both outgoing and nervous. She says that he is not possessive of toys, treats, or food, and has not shown aggression. He currently lives with cats. His owner writes, "Vet thinks he is completely blind as his pupils do not respond to light or changes in light she can see to part of the back of one eye but not the other as they are cloudy. He is otherwise healthy, just cannot see. Has been started on deworming program at 4 weeks".