Edward (Patch has been adopted)

 

Names: Edward

Age: 2 years

Sex: Male (not altered)

Breed: Great Pyrenee/Labrador Mix

Location: Nebraska

Vet Info: Edward is up to date on shots. The vet has no other information on him.

Owner Info: Edward was looking for a new home with his sister Patch. Patch has found a home but Edward is still waiting. Their current owner has had Edward and his sister, Patch, for the past four months. They belonged to family who could not take the dogs when they moved. Unfortunately, the current owner's male dog does not like having Patch and Edward in the home, so both dogs need a new home. Edward is 63-65 pounds and is not neutered. Patch is the same weight and not spayed. Patch can see. Edward has dilated pupils and can, perhaps, see shapes and shadows. Patch and Edward are outdoor dogs and are not housetrained. They do walk on a leash. Edward and Patch have only been to a vet once, and that was to get shots this summer. When asked how they are with men, other dogs, and cats, the owner wrote: "​Edward is leery of men. He's never done anything to anyone, he just stee​rs clear. He won't go to my husband unless I'm with him and then he's fine. Cats are just a toy to Edward​ and Patch (they have killed a kitten). As for male dogs, I think if Edward and my dog were both neute​red, they might get along better. My two are the only dogs they've been around." She knows that ​Edward is good with female dogs, women, and children of all ages. Patch is good with both male and female dogs, and people (men, women, and children) of all ages. The current owner also ​wrote: "Edward is a handsome devil with the sweetest disposition. He is always so happy to see me, well, I guess he can't really see me but he knows that I'm there and can't wait for some lovin'. Him not being able to see really doesn't seem to affect him much and I know he would be a great pet for anyone willing to take him in. Patch is a sweet and beautiful girl. She does well with my kids and gets along great with our lab. She loves to play with tennis balls and anything else you might give her." 

Update 4/17/15: We've heard from Patch's and Edward's owner and Patch has been adopted!  She has her very own family with a little girl to love her and a big farm to run on!

Edward is still in need of rescue (he is the brown dog in the photos).  His owner writes that he's done very well without his sister and really deserves a new life.  "He has done very well without his sister around. In fact,  I think he may have become an even better dog. He has put on some weight and is looking healthier. We have tried different toys for him but he just doesn't seem to get it. So bones and biscuits for my boy.  I love him to pieces but my dog absolutely loathes him. He still needs his own family and the sooner the better."

Mindy and Mandy - Adopted

Name: Mandy and Mindy (bonded siblings)

Age: Unknown

Sex: Females (altered)

Breed: Peke-a-poo

Location: Eastern TN

Vet Info: Both dogs are described as neutered but have not been vetted, are not current with vaccinations, and have not been heartworm tested. Mindy is 20 pounds and sighted; Mandy is 10 pounds and vision impaired – milky white eyes, but does not appear to be in pain. Both had fleas initially, but have been shaved and bathed several times since.

Owner Info: Mindy and Mandy are a pair of Peke-a-poos who were surrendered by the owner's daughter due to a stroke and move to a nursing home; they've been with their current caregiver since August. There were ten dogs in the home and seven were successfully placed elsewhere. Mandy is blind, but the two are bonded and should stay together. They are indoor dogs that aren't afraid to wander a fenced yard. They are not house-broken or leash-trained, but will use pee pads. They are described as shy, good with women, male and female dogs, cats, and other small animals. Neither is possessive or aggressive, and they have never snapped at any person or animal. Mandy will follow your voice and handles stairs. Mindy is more shy, but both are sweet girls.

Gracie - In Foster Care

 

Name: Gracie

Age: 8 months

Sex: Female (altered)

Breed: Australian Shepherd

Location: Arkansas

Vet Info: The vet said that Gracie is a sweet girl who is healthy except for being blind and deaf (congenital condition). She was recently spayed and is up to date on shots. She has not yet been heartworm tested.

Owner Info: Gracie has "episodes" that her current owner has been told could be seizures, and so she needs an MRI. The episodes are triggered when light is turned on in a dark room. Gracie's current owner cannot afford any specialty care, so wants her to have a home where someone can afford her medical care. Gracie is 30 pounds right now and was going to be euthanized by her breeder until her current owner stepped in to adopt her. Gracie is housebroken and gets along with people, dogs and cats. Gracie is a wonderful puppy who is in need of a loving home!

Update 2/25/15: Gracie is still in need of a new home!  Her owner has worked very hard to help Gracie with her issues, but feels she is unable to meet Gracie's needs as she cannot afford specialty care or more vetting, and she is becoming desperate as Gracie has cut herself.  She is hoping to find Gracie "someone who can do for her what I cannot".  

She's given us more details about Gracie's issues:

I have been trying to not turn on a light when Gracie first enters a room and definitely don't turn one on in the room where her crate is kept. She also goes into these episodes when she first goes outside if it is daylight. But I have also noticed that if she bumps into things it can trigger the episodes too. I've been trying to be very conscious of the lighting as well as the volume of the television. The light changes from the television can also trigger as well as the sound if its too loud. I'm trying  everything, every tip and suggestion that anyone offers. One of my friends has an anonymous donor who paid for Gracie to have a Muffins Halo. But, it didn't do too much to alleviate the issues, she isn't flinching.  She immediately goes into the spinning and running frantically.  So frantically that she bounces into walls, or furniture or if outside the fence or house. It's really worrisome because I'm so afraid she will hurt herself. 

Update 3/31/15: The OS Team has heard from Gracie's owner and Gracie is still in need of a new home or rescue:

"I just got home from another hospital stay and it’s been hard on Gracie. My Dad went to the house several times a day to let the dogs out to potty and play for a while. But it was still just too much for Gracie to be without someone. I have just gotten to the point that it is far more than I can manage trying to care for Gracie at the same time I am trying to gain my strength back. I have just reached the point that I need someone to take my Gracie. She needs some anti anxiety meds at the very least, but also someone who can physically devote time to her and I cannot do that."

Piper - In Foster Care

Name: Piper

Age: 11 years

Breed: Beagle / Terrier

Sex: Female (altered)

Location: Whytheville, VA area

Vet Info: Piper is confirmed spayed and up to date on vaccines. Her next rabies vaccine is due in September, 2017. She has not been recently heartworm tested. Piper weighs about 20 to 25 pounds. She is also current on flea and tick medication and has been wormed.

Owner Info: Piper is an adorable and sweet little girl who was surrendered to a local vet to be euthanized just for being almost completely blind (her eyes are completely glazed over but she may have a bit of vision in one eye). The vet reached out to a local contact who is now trying to find sweet Piper rescue or an adoptive home! Piper is currently in a short term foster home. Other than her blindness, her caregiver writes that she is a healthy little girl. Piper is an indoor dog with run of the house, she is housebroken and leash trained. She is able to rely on voice commands to get around, and her caregiver writes, "She listens and depends on your voice commands to help her get around especially with steps or if there is not another dog present that she can follow and learn the boundaries of the place." Piper is good with people of all ages and both male and female dogs. She's also good with cats! She currently lives with several other dogs, a cat, and three year old twins! Piper is not possessive of toys, treats, or food and has never shown any aggression. When asked if your dog adapts well to new situations, her caregiver writes, "Yes, she has shown no sign of distress since arriving at the vet and now arriving at her fosters home. As long as she is guided a little by human or other animal in the house she does fine with getting around, eating, using the bathroom outside, and using the dog door. As long as she is close behind you or another animal she does fine with steps and if she is with you she does great with verbal ques as far as what to do and where to go. She responds very well to the verbal commands and her name!" They want us to know that Piper is "super super sweet! Has had no accidents or trouble what so ever with her even in new surroundings! She listens super well and just wants a buddy! Needs a place where the blindness wont be an issue because to be blind she does so well with getting around and listening to your voice to understand what is going on. She is a little nervous at first just because of her blindness but she warms up and figures things out quickly! Once she has you to depend on as well as any other animals in the house she is set and good to go!"

Benjy - Staying With Owner

Name: Benjy

Age: 5 years

Breed: Jack Russell Terrier

Sex: Male (altered)

Location: Perth Amboy, NJ

Vet Info: Benjy is confirmed neutered. He is up to date on his rabies vaccine and is next due on 4/26/2017. He is heartworm negative. Benjy weighs 21 pounds.

Owner Info: DOB June 2009. Benjy is a sweet little fellow who was recently diagnosed with diabetes. He has also recently become blind, and his elderly owners are having a great deal of difficulty caring for him. They are very much hoping for rescue as soon as possible! He was originally purchased from a breeder. Benjy is an indoor dog confined to one area of the house, he is housebroken and leash trained. He's a smart boy and knows the commands, Sit, Stop, and Go! Benjy is good with people of all ages and with female dogs. He's never been around male dogs, but he just ignores the female dogs, and they believe he'll be just fine with male dogs, too! He is not possessive of toys, treats, or food and has never bitten or snapped.  Benjy wasn't feeling well a few months ago and couldn't hold anything down. His caregivers write, "He was diagnosed with diabetes and requires 2 insulin shots per day. With the medicine his appetite returned, he was energetic, and happy until the eye conditioned developed". They describe Benjy as being partially blind, with a glaze over his eyes, and that it's progressing quickly. He misses the doggy door and will bump into things. Benjy is a sweet little boy and they hope he can find rescue! 

Luke - Staying With Owner

Name: Luke

Age: 4 years

Breed: White German Shepherd/Labrador Mix?

Sex: Male (confirmed altered)

Location: Phoenix, AZ area

Vet Info: Luke is confirmed neutered and is up to date on vaccines. He is next due for the rabies vaccine on 3/20/17 and the distemper vaccine in March, 2015. Luke weighs about 65 to 70 pounds. Luke had bloodwork a few months back to check his liver and kidneys, and his owner said that everything was normal.

Owner Info: Luke was rescued from a high kill shelter and has been with his owner for about six months. He is blind in his right eye (it is black and much smaller than his left eye) and his owner thinks he may have some brain damage from prior abuse. He is not doing well with the other male dogs in the home and his owner believes a less stressful home where he is the only dog would be best for Luke. She is very much hoping for rescue. Luke is an indoor dog with run of the house, he is housebroken and leash trained. He's good with people of all ages and is not possessive of toys, treats, or food, but he does show aggression towards his owners' other dogs (all male). His owner writes that he attacks the other dogs out of fear, but Luke has NEVER shown aggression towards a human. She wants us to know, "I feel Luke would do best where he is the only dog. I know that is hard to find but I feel he would be much happier and less stressed if he was the only dog."

Update 10/13/14: We've received an update from Luke's owner! He'll be seeing an ophthalmologist next week as their vet is concerned there may be something going on with his eyes. The vet has also suggested starting Luke on medication to see if it helps him with "lashing out at our other dogs." They will keep us updated!

Fatts - In Foster Care

Name: Fatts

Age: 9 or 10 years

Breed: Chihuahua

Sex: Male (confirmed altered)

Location: Chattanooga, TN

Vet Info: Fatts is confirmed neutered and heartworm negative. He is up to date on vaccines and is due for his next rabies vaccine on 9/17/15. Fatts weighs about 12 pounds.

Owner Info: Fatts is an adorable little fellow who was saved from being euthanized at a kill shelter by someone who has pulled dogs for us. She is now hoping for our help! Fatts has been nursed back to health and is now ready for rescue so he can find his very own forever home! Fatts is blind from cataracts. Fatts is an indoor dog who is crated, he is housebroken and leash trained. He is good with both men and women and male and female dogs, and currently lives with several other dogs. Small children may be too rough for him. Fatts is not possessive of toys, treats, or food. When he first arrived from the shelter, he would snap if the other dogs ran into him, but he does not do that any more. He has never bitten. One eye with redness is currently being treated with eye medication, and he is a good boy about getting his medication! His caregiver writes, "Other than being very overweight he is healthy. He was over 14 lbs when I got him. He is 12 or under now and feeling better every day. He still needs to lose weight but slowly. He is missing some teeth but does not affect his eating..... He gets around great and is a happy boy. He was loved at one time because he was neutered and they almost fed him to death. He is crate trained and housebroken when let out on a regular schedule. He is a good boy with many years left." Fatts is a sweetheart and just wants to sit in someone's lap all day!