Bubba

Name: Bubba

Age: Approximately 9 years

Sex: Male (altered​​)

Breed: Akita 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".   

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."