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| Blind Dogs | Deaf Dogs | Wheel chair Dogs | 3 legged dogs | Dogs with Minor Challenges |
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Dogs Blind dogs can live an almost normal life, please visit The Owners of Blind Dogs. To see how easy it can be to live with a blind dog, please visit BlindDogs.net |
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Tucker
- Just look at this handsome boy. We discovered that he is an Lethal White
Aussie mix with Lab and has and although he looks like a lab has all the
lethal white/double Merle characteristics. What an absolutely awesome dog.
Sweet as pie loves everyone and always has a smile on his face. He is one
of the three White Angels Hope choose for the New Year; he is a very
special boy. He is totally blind and despite the neglect and what ever
this poor dog went through at human hands, he is still loving and gentle
and will make someone an awesome pet. We think he will do best with people
that work from home and with another dog. We will find him a forever home
where he will be treated with tenderness and love. We want him to see the
other side of life, the good side, the side that shows him humans are
wonderful and good parents. He surely has not given up that hope. If you
want to adopt Tucker you will be getting a wonderful companion full of
love and devotion. Tucker is up-to-date with routine shots, house trained
and spayed/neutered. He is a blind Aussie/lab mix located in NYC with White Angels Hope Rescue. Contact Margaret at WhiteAngelsHope@aol.com
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This is Georgia, she was found as a
stray and made her way to an animal rescue in Salem, Ohio. Georgia is blind but does very well with stairs and gets used to her environment very quickly. Georgia is a very sweet girl and is thought to be about 8 years old. She is completely housebroken and navigates her way through the house very well. Georgia likes to play with fleece toys and is very loveable. She is available for fostering/adoption through Alchemy Acres in Salem, Ohio, a no-kill animal sanctuary. Alchemy Acres |
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Our newest foster dog is Snyder, an 8 year old blind pit bull who was rescued from a high kill shelter in NY. Don't let his age or blindness fool you though! He has the energy of a 4-6 year old dog and learned his way around our house in 2 days!! Snyder will be neutered in the next week or two, is up to date on all of his vaccines and microchipped. We just had bloodwork run and everything looked great! Snyder has done well in his short visits with our dogs. We are still rotating them as he is not fixed, but he enjoys being with him for the short time he is allowed. Snyder would love a home to call his own. He is currently working on some basic commands and I will provide private lessons to his adopter if they are local. (Allentown, PA) Please forward this along to anyone you think may be interested in our goof ball :0) They can contact me for more information. Erin Kerchner emkerchner@pplweb.com |
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UPDATED BIO 1/18/2012: Hi, I
am Stevie, I am a 3 year old Yorkie boy. I weigh close to nine
pounds. I am completely blind, and nobody knows how or when I got to be
that way. I need a very very special person to adopt me. I have foster
siblings where I am, and they scare me when they are close; so, I need
to be an only dog. I am not housetrained, and it took me two weeks here
to be brave enough to go outside on a leash. I do not play or wag my
tail and am a special needs dog who needs a special person who can help
me have some quality in my life. If you are that person or if you know
someone who can love me and spend time to work with me please apply to
adopt me. I love my foster mom because she feeds me and rubs my head a
lot and does the best she can but she has more than just me to care for,
and I need my own caretaker who can help me reach my potential and help
me improve the quality of my life. Thank you for whatever help you can
find for me I am neutered and had a dental and am up to date on all my
shots and vaccines. Thank you....
Stevie xoxo Dianne Schultz yorkiepalgal@aol.com www.UnitedYorkieRescue.org |
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Johnnie
I am sad but I realize that due to my circumstances it would be best for me to re-home her to somewhere where she would be an only dog, or live with a submissive male. (She typically does not do well with other dogs). It saddens me but I realize I need to do right by her. Her DOB is listed as 6/2008 so she is will be 4 years old this coming June. She knows basic commands, sit & down (she has a weak stay). She is ok on a leash but that is because most of the time my dogs are in and out in the yard and do not go walking much. She needs someone who can give her the love & attention that she needs/deserves." If you think you can give Johnnie a good home, please let me know, Wednesday Luria at citycowgirl2000@yahoo.com. Transportation will be arranged anywhere up and down the east coast (Johnnie is in the Washington, DC area), and to the midwest. References and home visit required. 301.346.0204 |
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5 month old Australian Shep pups
The pups have limited sight and hearing. We had their hearing tested and while they are considered “clinically deaf”, we notice they hear some loud noises and either hear the other dogs barking or feel the vibration. They see well enough to find us, to get around the house, patio and yard, have mastered our steps and are healthy, happy puppies. Delilah, female, is solid white except for freckles on her nose and a small tan spot on her rear. Despite her very limited sight and hearing, she is a very brave yet sweet girl who loves to play tug with her rope, run outside in the yard and of course, be held and rubbed. Samson, our male, is white with several black dots on his back, lots of black on his hind quarters and several black dots on his nose. Sorry the picture doesn’t show the black on his rear quarters. He loves to follow my husband (a guy thing), finds the water hose very intriguing, enjoys standing in front of the sprinkler for a “cool down” and loves to play with a big plastic water bottle. He is a very playful sweet soul who loves running in the yard and playing with his rope toy. Our vet says the pups general health is excellent. As of last week they finished all their shots. All three eat well, know to potty when their feet hit the grass and play well with other dogs. Our middle daughter brings her 5 yr old mix dog over for “playtime” and they all chase each other around the back yard. We love the pups but cannot keep 6 dogs in one house. We have the two adult parents and our youngest daughter, who just graduated from college, has returned home with her dog. We would appreciate any assistance you might offer. We know they will go to separate homes, we just want to find someone to love them and give them a good home. Beverly Sledge |
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This very handsome and sweet boy is Tank!
Sweet Tank has quickly become a volunteer favorite!
Tank is looking for his permanent home and will be a fabulous companion! This is Tank, a Catahoula Leopard Dog/mix. He came into the Guilford County Animal Shelter as a stray in May 2012. Tank has been diagnosed with "fatal white syndrome" which means that he could be blind and/or deaf, but is otherwise normal. He is definitely blind or has very limited sight. His hearing seems fine, but this could change. Tank instantly became a volunteer favorite. He has just the sweetest personality and is so docile and loving. He is great with kids and has never had a negative reaction to any of the other dogs. His date of birth is listed as May 25, 2011, making him a little over a year old. He is definitely not housebroken nor does he have any formal leash training, so would need some work in those areas. |
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danger of being put down, but he is not thriving in the shelter setting
the way we would like. He recently developed “happy tail” from
wagging his tail against the concrete block walls of his kennel, and he
is chewing on his plastic bed since he doesn’t get the visual
stimulation the other dogs get. Tank will need a special family
that is willing to accommodate his physical disabilities and work on
housebreaking & leash training in return for a gentle, loving
companion
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On an unusually cold Los Angeles night, I
found Layla, a Shar Pei mix wandering around a very busy
supermarket parking lot with no collar. She has cataracts and is
mostly deaf. She can vaguely hear when you clap for her. She
can see shadows move. She also has fatty tumors over her body that
are unsightly but the vet says are benign.
When I coaxed Layla to get into my car that night, I really thought I was taking home someone's cherished pet who had wandered out of the backyard and I was just keeping her warm overnight. Or someone abandoned her when they learned she needed to have expensive treatment or be put down. She trembled and when she fell asleep, it was hard to wake her up, it was like she was in a coma. By the time I got her to the vet, she had taken a liking to warm dog food flavored with whatever I have around, an egg, a half-teaspon of catfood… and the vet said she had a good heart and good lungs. That’s all he said. I didn’t do a blood test. I guess I almost assume she’s diabetic by how much she drinks water and pees. I took her to the vet. I put up signs. I went to the shelters. And no one claimed her. This was October. It is February now. By the way she keeps walking around "looking for something or someone" I get the sense that she belonged to a homeless person who may have either died or was hospitalized. In any case, she is the embodiment of pluck. I clap and she comes running. She gets along with dogs and cats. Because my Rottweiler bit Lady badly in a squabble over food and because there is an open pool in my backyard in which she has fallen several times, I would like to find her a home where she is safe. Layla truly is some kind of Angel. When I see her whip the air with her tail because she is so grateful to be alive and here on the planet and being loved and taken care of, I feel pure joy. I want Lady to have a home of her own where she is safe and wanted. There is something so special about Layla’s spirit that I know she will be a gift for someone.Jean Gennis (818) 929-6156 jean.gennis@gmail.com |
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“Baby” was found abandoned on
the side of the road. She appears to have been born blind. She is
currently in a foster home getting lots of TLC and attention. She needs
more time to grow up but will eventually be up for adoption to just the
right family that can handle her special needs. She is an American Blue
Heeler Mix and approximately two months old.
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This big girl is a "miracle
dog." Meeting BluBell today, you would never guess
the state she was in when she came to Sheltie rescue. What
you first notice about BluBell is her striking blue merle coat with
classic patches of "blue" and white. Prancing around
her fenced yard, she is healthy and alert as she plays with her
favorite ball. She approaches strangers cautiously, but soon
warms up and asks for petting. BluBell loves to go for long
walks and trips to the pet supply store to scan the shelves for
interesting items, of course. Although raised as an only dog,
she enjoys other dogs and ignores the cats in her foster home.
Three months ago, BluBell was a very different dog. She came to NVSR with severe allergies and ear, skin, and urinary infections. Having been crated for long hours, she was under-socialized, extremely nervous, and plagued with itchy, inflamed skin that caused her to bite her skin and feet constantly. Two of our skilled foster providers took over BluBell's case. She was tested for a huge array of allergies, placed on limited-ingredient dog foods, and given regular allergy shots. All her infections were treated with medications and baths. Meanwhile, her leash training, housetraining, and socialization were undertaken. BluBell has become a healthy, confident dog. BluBell is now ready for adoption. All her infections are gone, and her house manners are excellent. She loves to play, be cuddled and groomed, and she bonds strongly with her principal caregivers. Her adopter will need to confine her to the foods that are free of ingredients to which she is sensitive. |
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BluBell is very hard of hearing, so she
must be on leash or in a fenced area outdoors to keep her safe.
She is also microchipped. She can be placed only with adult
adopters; no children under age 16. BluBell would love to have a
playful canine buddy, too. It's much more fun to go on walks
with another four-footed companion.
BluBell is ... 17 inches tall, 35 pounds, and 7 years old. Her adoption fee is $250. She is located in Afton VA (near Charlottesville).
Northern Virginia Sheltie Rescue -- www.nvsr.org
-- shelties@nvsr.org.
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Stewie is a 10 month old, 10 pound
Westie mix. He is the cutest dog I have ever seen! He is
completely deaf in both ears but it is very hard to notice his
deafness because he lives a normal life. He was rescued
from a kill shelter in Nov. 2012. He is very active and
fun-loving! He wants to play all day and he will usually only
rest when he is in his crate, which he loves go into when asked.
He is house trained, needs at least one other young dog to play with,
uses a dog door, needs a completely enclosed yard. He would do
well with as many as 4 other dogs but no cats because he has not been
tested with cats. He is very healthy, neutered, UPD on all shots
and ready to go to a loving and active home. He requires very
little grooming, he stays clean, and he fur is a little scruffy
all the time! He knows a couple of hand signals so he will
"listen" to you and he tends to stay close by. It
would be best if he lives in a home where there are no busy streets
too close. Small children will not be good for him because
he does not hear them coming and he is a small guy.
Please email LeahM@AOL.com
or call 818-378-8828 for more information. I have more pics and
a video! Thank you, you won't regret adopting this darling boy.
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Roscoe is an adorable 2 yr old
American Staffordshire Terrier. He is a very friendly, outgoing, and
playful dog. He gets along well with cats and loves to play with dogs of
all sizes. Roscoe is also DEAF! Deaf dogs aren't as hard to live with as
people may think. They act just like any other dog except for the fact
when they are sleeping they don't wake up to every noise like you leaving
the room or making something to eat and they don't bark at every noise
(since they cant hear it!). It is sometimes difficult to call them in from
the yard during they day unless you have another dog they can follow but
at night just flip the porch light on and off. Roscoe will be at the door
by the second time! They also sell vibrating collars which are useful to
"page" a dog if in a different room or outside by themselves.
Deaf dogs are not hard to train. They are actually easier because they
arent distracted by noises! Roscoe has been trained using hand commands
and picks things up very quickly! It is also a myth that deaf dogs will be
aggressive if startled. Depending on the personality of the dog any dog
can get defensive if rudely awakened but not all deaf dogs bite when
startled. Roscoe (as well as a deaf aussie we had) would be jumped on by
another dog while sleeping and they would just jump up, look all around,
and be ready to play! Roscoe is completely housebroken, crate trained, neutered, up to date with shots, and microchipped. Please give this great boy the forever home he deserves! Please email fureverloverescue@yahoo.com if you are interested in meeting Roscoe! He is waiting for you! |
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Olivia is a 1-11/2 yo pbt who is incredibly smart and loving. She came from Philly where she was found in a wooded area loose, skinny, but still loving. She came to us last December and we discovered that she is completely deaf. We sent her to training with a volunteer and she came back completely trained and much more at ease with her surroundings. She is scared of other dogs sometimes, but plays very well with the 5-8 dogs in her play group, however we are looking for an only dog home for her b/c she needs lots of attention to be happy. She ignores cats and loves kids, however b/c she is deaf and a child can easily startle her we are looking for a home without small children. She responds immediately to hand signals and we will require the adopter to go through an hour of training with the volunteer that worked with Olivia for the past 7 months, so Olivia's transition will be as smooth as possible. Olivia is possibly housebroken, crate trained, walks with a harness, and is treat motivated. Please consider taking home this sensitive loving girl today, you will have a devoted friend for life! Adoption fee is waived b/c of a sponsorship. This includes her spay, rabies, distemper, kennel cough, HW test, HW prevention, and F&T prevention. More pictures and videos of all of our rescues can be found on our facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/pages/Animal-Kingdom-Kennel/164987619232 We are located in
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Chip went to Virginia Tech today to have some tests run on his eyes and ears! We got a confirmation that Chip is completely deaf in both ears. The ophthalmologist believes that he has minimal vision (only able to see light and shadows) and surgery to remove his eyelid would require drastic removal of tissue due to his extremely small eyes. At this point the plan will be to monitor him for any changes and treat those as needed. The ophthalmologist believes that Chip has a condition called Merle Ocular Dysgenesis, which is a congenital disease which unfortunately has no treatment. Chocolate Chip is a very special little boy. He was found wandering around a neighborhood, not knowing where he was. Chip is about 6 months old and is a deaf and blind dog. He can see change in light, but that is about all. Chip was not being taken care of and was sickly when we found him, but he is doing wonderful in his foster home. He has gained weight, his fur is very soft and he is a happy little guy. He loves other dogs and needs to be placed with another dog to help him get around. He does not like the snow, but when the ground is dry he enjoys being outside. He does well with cats and children. He would need to be placed in a home with older children that can understand his situation. http://www.surryanimalrescue.org/animals/detail?AnimalID=3127104 |
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11-10-11 - Update from foster mom - Chex is doing wonderfully well in his foster home. He learned to use the doggy door in just about 24 hrs. He is getting along very well with the other dog in his foster home. He is left un-crated when foster mom is gone to work and has not been destructive, nor is he having "accidents" in the home. This is one good boy!! Chex's foster mom does believe that he has limited hearing and is not totally deaf. 11-07-11 - It has been determined by rescue that Chex is deaf. It is unreal to us that no one else noticed this.... as it is pretty evident once you spend a short period of time with him. He is, however, very intelligent and very eager to learn new things. We are, therefore, looking for a home for Chex with a fenced-in yard and, at least, one other doggie friend. There is a lot of information online on how to communicate with your deaf dog. Please give Chex a chance...you won't regret it. Everyone who meets him, loves him. He is a GREAT dog! http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/19211443?mtf=1 One Life To Live Pet Rescue and Adoption, Inc., Scranton, PA
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GILLY is a sweet, red/white deaf border collie, about 11-12 months old. He is neutered, utd on shots, micro chipped, 4dx tested negative, wormed and on flea/tick preventative. Gilly was breed by a non breeder, then given to someone and passed around free to a good home. Being deaf we did not want this dear boy to get into the wrong hands. Our rescue took him in, vetted him and have been working with him on sign language, socialization with other dogs, he is now crate trained, knows some sign language and is doing well with some of our BCs here as far as learning to interact with them. Gilly has beautiful blue eyes, knows how to go up and down stairs, we are working with him on his "shadow chasing" and he is doing much better each day. We have learned what interests him and he settles down nicely in his crate to sleep. If you are interested in adopting this dear sweet BC, and continue working with him it is very rewarding. Gilly is very affectionate and willing to please and has good eye contact. He is being fostered in Carlisle, PA, contact Pat at 717-592-9707 or email at rangerlandfarm7@gmail.com |
| Wheel Chair Dogs We have a wonderful adopter of a fabulous wheelchair dog that has offered to speak with anyone needing assistance with your paralyzed dog. Please contact Elizabeth at magicsetters@yahoo.com We will not be accepting anymore paralyzed dogs into the rescue. The 6 we are currently caring for have filled our spaces for wheelchair/incontinent dogs. Thank you. |
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Rebel is a very special dog. He had a spinal cord injury as a very young puppy and was paralyzed. Since then he has made a dramatic recovery. He walks on his own with assistance, especially outside and non slippery floors. He gets around great in his wheelchair (see the video) . He is currently in physical therapy twice weekly and loves the under water treadmill and his rehab friends. Unfortunately Rebel has spent the majority of his life in a cage - he needs someone special to take the time to help him finish his recovery. Rebel has made great progress in his recovery and will soon walk on his own. He has a love for all people and other dogs.He is young,happy and full of excitement and energy!
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Dog's name; Sally Breed; Terrier/Chihuahua mix, 9 pounds, female Sally was abandoned at four months of age in an orange grove in Northern California and left to die. Her back was broken in three places near her shoulders leaving her with no use of her hind legs. Her back is healed and twisted in such a way that she only uses her wheelchair for walks and outings, otherwise she is more comfortable scooting. One of the legs had been shattered and healed straight; after a few month's in our care her scooting about left her with a broken pelvis. Our veterinarian decided it was in Sally's best interest to remove the hind legs to prevent future hip fractures. Sally is sweet with her family but cautious around strangers. She is social with other dogs of all sizes and loves cats. She requires regular bathing due to elimination issues; she is not incontinent but when she gets excited will piddle. She requires about an hour per day in her chair just to give her skin rest from abrasions. If you can provide a loving, committed home for Sally, please contact juliehernandez@live.com or call 760-450-7720 Location San Diego, CA - she will only be adopted in CA |
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Bailey is a 4yr old jack russell/chihuahua
mix whose back end is paralyzed. About two years ago he suffered a
ruptured disc and, although, he had an emergency surgery, it was not
successful.
Today Bailey is still an active and happy dog. He uses his wheelchair mostly outside and scoots around the house. He is very affectionate and likes to snuggle. He does require manual expression of his bladder about three times per day. Otherwise, he has no health problems and is up to date on all his vaccinations. At this time, my husband and I are finding it more and more challenging to care for him. We both work a lot and my husband travels as well. We are also currently trying to start a family. I would love to find a loving home for Bailey where he can get the attention he deserves. Bailey is located in Austin, TX - email saijmen@gmail.com for more information |
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Buster has an
interesting story to tell. He was hit by a car 7 months ago and was
rescued by a good samaritan and taken to a veterinarian right away.
Unfortunately, the accident left him partially paralyzed and he is not
able to use his hind legs. Buster has been fitted to a special set of
wheels and gets around remarkably well! He is incontinent and will need
his bladder expressed three times a day. It will be very important to
keep Buster clean to avoid infection. He will also need urine cultures
every 6 months to ensure his urinary tract health. Despite his
difficulties, Buster is a happy little dog. He is an energetic boy that
loves to meet new people. It's easy to see that he is so thankful for
his second chance. Disabled animals show a special kind of devoted
loyalty to their caregivers. So if you have room in your home and in
your heart to adopt a disabled animal, it just might be the best pet you
will ever have. Buster's story was recently featured in the Washington Post: http://www.washingtonpost.com/local/special-needs-dog-needs-someone-special-to-need-him/2012/05/09/gIQAXfr0DU_story.html Please check out his donation page: www.warl.org/supportbuster Contact the Washington Animal League http://www.warl.org/ |
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Brief Bio: Meet Batman! Batman had been
hit by a car and his entire spine was fractured when found. Poor Batman
dragged his broken body across the street as cars continued to zoom by
him. Somehow Batman was able to reached an alley where he sat waiting
for help. Thankfully two amazing rescuers took Batman into their care
and Batman underwent extensive surgery for the fractured spine and
treatment for multiple wounds. The veterinarian reported that Batman has
missed the window of opportunity for the most optimal treatment for his
conditions and will not be able to ever fully walk again.
Regardless of the prognosis this handsome guy never showed pain or fear. Batman along with his custom wheelchair, zooms around like there are no worries in the world. Batman loves to snuggle and be around people, he loves to play fetch and enjoys hanging out at the dog park. We really hope an amazing home with fall in love with this full of life fella and offer to give him what he has been patiently waiting for. We are looking for a home that is able to give Batman the TLC he needs and show him how wonderful a family is. Batman is patiently waiting for a home to call his own! |
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Molly is about 1 1/2 years
old. Born with spinal deformaties GoldHeart paid over $20,000 to
have the spine reconstructed, tail amputated, therapy and a cart for her
to get around. They told us 12 -18 months before we would know
whether she will ever walk on all 4 legs or always use a cart and if she will
regain the bowel and bladder muscle control.
We are looking for either a foster home or a permanent home for Molly. A home with very limited steps (she actually can take the cart up a couple of steps) and a yard for her to play. She does get along with all other dogs and cats and has lived with children up to the age of 9 She is spayed and utd on all vaccines. She gets around very well in her cart. Loves to swim which they highly recommend. She is a young girl with plenty of energy and love to give. Barbara Schaefer www.goldheart.org email babischaef@comcast.net |
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George Oscar Bleuth (GOB) - 4yr old, 50lb, lab"I have a second chance at life...can I
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his forever home with people to call his own. Even after he is adopted,
APA! will continue to cover his rehab and medical appointments. Are you ready to be greeted every day with excitement and kisses? That's George's spirit shining through...loving and grateful. And happy to be alive. http://www.austinpetsalive.org/adopt/available-dog-details/?ID=14294788# |
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Echo is a 6 year old disabled puggle who has no use of his hind legs, no control of bladder or bowel, and is cart bound for getting around. This is his story: While shopping at petsmart for our other dog, we happened upon an adoption day and found an adorable puggle, Echo. He came home with us that evening for a “trial run” (we all knew he wasn’t going back) and has been with us ever since. He led a normal dog life up until 4 years ago. I came home from work to a dog in obvious pain and within hours he lost the ability to use his back legs. We rushed him to an emergency vet, and despite quick diagnosis of a ruptured disc and surgery, Echo was never able to fully recover. While his back legs haven’t worked since, his spirit has never been broken. Two days after surgery, Echo drug himself out of his kennel and over to me on the floor just to lick my hand (I swear it was his way of telling me everything was going to be ok). The past 4 years have been a challenge, but Echo’s spirit and energy have never faltered. This is the reason that posting this is incredibly hard for me. Since Echo’s injury, my wife and I have brought 2 children into the world, and Echo has gone from being the baby to spending far too much time in this kennel due to me picking up a new job and the kids. He has become increasingly cranky and developed a temper around the kids. I love this dog more than I care to admit most days, but I just don’t have enough time to give him anymore and he spends a lot of time in his kennel because of the hours I work. Echo does not deserve the hand he has been dealt, and it is totally unfair to euthanize him because of what has happened, especially when he is a loving, caring, wonderful dog. However, if I cannot find him a home or a rescue, that is what we are left with. He needs a loving hand and someone with more free time than I have currently. Please help as he is a great dog, and it really isn’t fair to euthanize him because of this. We are located in Greenwood,
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10 Year Old Black Labrador
Retriever/American Staffordshire Terrier Mix: An adoptable dog in Morehead,
KY http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/24547109 Good afternoon, I work with a volunteer group (STAR) from Morehead, KY and they have had Opie in boarding since November of last year. He is a tri-pod who lost his home when his elderly owner passed away. He is a senior who does not do well with young energetic dogs. Due to this, STAR has not been able to place him with a rescue, find an adopter or even get him into a foster home. He is a sweetheart of a dog who deserves a home to spend his twilight years in. I have included his bio & a link to his listing with STAR. 3/10: UTD on shots/altered. His leg was removed in September or October of 2012 due to a tumor. Recovered nicely! Full of energy, friendly, and ready to run! Owner died a month after his surgery and he is now in GREAT NEED! Please give Opie a chance! |
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Hi! I’m Bernie! I
am a 6 year old purebred Mini Pinscher who is looking for my forever
home. I was picked up as a stray and brought to the shelter where
I was adopted, but my people just didn't have enough time for me.
That made me very sad. I am in a nice foster home now, but I
have to share attention with three other dogs and five cats. While I
am getting the routine I desperately need here, I wish my foster mom
could give me more one-on-one time. You see, I am very
typical of my breed and I want all the attention you can give me! I
really love being around people and I want to be wherever they are. I
promise to love you in return.
My foster mommy says I would do best in a home with an older mature person or couple who are home bodies and like to cuddle a lot and take me for walks. I love curling up on the couch next to people and snuggling. That's my favorite. You’ll notice from my photos that I tilt my head to the side. That’s because the vet says I have a neurological disorder. But he also says it does not affect my health or quality of life. I sure hope someone will love me despite my disability. Another thing you should know about me is that I have cataracts which makes me not see as well as I should. But it doesn't stop me from enjoying life every day. Please give me a chance to prove what a good boy I am! I am already neutered, vaccinated, and micro chipped. And the good news is I’m house trained too! I like other dogs and cats so long as they are nice to me. Screaming kids scare me so I would really like to go to a home with much older kids who will be very gentle with me. That would make me happy. If you want to know more about me, give my foster mom a call at (914) 548-9098 or email her at sharon@hitor.org. Give me a chance to prove myself to you! I’ll be your best friend for the rest of my life! Rockland County, NY |
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Bella is almost three years old and has
matured into a sweet and snuggly girl. When Bella first came into foster care,
she was rather timid. As she's grown up, she has conquered her fears,
and she has learned to be more confident. Bella is still sometimes a
little shy in new environments, but she behaves appropriately and no
longer cowers when confronted with a new situation. Bella LOVES her humans and enjoys being
near to them at all times. In fact, she snuggles so closely, you'd
think that she was trying to get under your skin! Bella is good
with children, too, although she can be a little jumpy when playing,
so she would do best with older, school-aged kids. Bella also loves the company of other
dogs, and she happily coexists with two other pit bulls. Her favorite
game is to play keep-away with a stick or a toy, and she will run and
chase the other dogs all over the backyard. Due to her shy nature,
Bella does get nervous meeting new dogs for the first time, so a slow
and proper dog-to-dog introduction is important with her. Once she
goes on a walk with a new dog, though, Bella is relaxed and happy. Bella has never lived with cats and
we're not sure how she'd be with them; she has a high prey drive for
the squirrels and bunnies that sometimes wander into her foster mom's
backyard, but she has ignored the cat who lives at the vet's office.
With proper introductions and LOTS of supervision (and a dog-savvy
feline) she might be okay residing with cats. Bella is crate trained and housebroken,
and she is also very smart. She knows when it's time for her foster
mom to go to work, and she will go into her crate on her own when her
foster mom is getting ready to leave. Since Bella is such a fast
learner, her foster mom thinks that she would be easy to train for
agility or disc competitions. (She already knows how to catch tennis
balls and frisbees!) If you're looking for a super-sweet,
young dog who has already been through the puppy years, please
consider Bella. She is spayed, microchipped, and up-to-date on all of
her vaccinations, and she would LOVE to meet you! Please feel free to contact Bella's
foster mom, Barbara at barbk.bullypaws@gmail.com
with any questions.
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Meet Mary Jane - I am about 4 years
old and I weigh about 90lbs. I have a docked tail, and I have a birth
defective foot malformation. I do not let my foot keep me down, and I
get around just fine. My friends at the shelter tell me that I will be
an easy dog to house break, because I prefer to use the potty outside.
The Animal Shelter Society Inc., Zanesville, OH
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Scooter is 8 weeks old and is mixed
St Bernard and Black Lab. He was rescued from an abusive owner. When he
was found he was severely dehydrated and was malnurished. He had very
severe burns on the bottom half of him. The owner poured bleach on him
because he had open wounds from flea bites. Scooters spine did not form
completely so his back legs have trouble working right. He mostly hops
sometimes he does walk normally and sometimes he drags his legs. He is
incontinent of both stool and urine so he will likely have to wear a
diaper the rest of his life. He is a special little puppy he has a great
personality, very loving and he loves to play. He deserves a forever
loving home and we are hoping to find him one. We would be willing to
travel to meet someone that would love him and give him a great home.
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Gui and Boopie are two
fun-loving, sweet- as-can- be French Bulldogs, that would love a place
to call home. Gui is a 6 year old male that suffered a back injury
when he was younger and has come a long way since then. He loves
all dogs, doesn’t mind cats, and loves people. Boopie is 9, is
fine with cats, and is picky about her canine friends. She LOVES
her belly rubbed and spends most of her time relaxing on her bed.
We would love to see them placed together but would consider placing
them individually if the perfect homes came along. Both dogs walk
well but cannot do stairs. Both are housebroken but due to their
back injuries need to be taken out frequently to minimize indoor
accidents. Please visit their bio pages on the French Bulldog
Rescue Network to read more about them.
http://www.frenchbulldogrescue.org/htdocs/available/boopie.html http://www.frenchbulldogrescue.org/htdocs/available/gui.html |
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Bowie is about 11 months old and is a
cattle dog/red heeler mix. She is extremely intelligent. She is great with
other dogs, is leash and house trained and knows some basic commands. She
is an excellent candidate as a service dog, as she is very smart and
learns very quickly. Bowie thrives on human interaction and will not do
well in an environment where she is contained for very long periods of
time with nothing to do. She needs to be an indoor dog as she has
sensitivity to heat and bright sunlight. Bowie has some sight and hearing
loss due to having a mild case of Hydrocephalus, which at this point does
not cause her any problems, but a special home will be needed for Bowie
due to this. Bowie also LOVES other dogs, and we feel it is important that
if she does not have a brother or sister, that she has exposure to other
dogs routinely. She does love to be outdoors and is a great candidate for
a children's dog, she just needs to be kept indoors during the heat of the
day as most dogs do, and her time outdoors supervised. It is a must that
Bowie be an indoor dog primarily. She is special and sweet, and wonderful
and smart. She's very affectionate and LOVES her humans. Red Heelers are
very loyal, so you will have a forever, committed companion in Bowie.
Bowie is a very social girl. She loves to be with her people, and does
very well when allowed to be a part of her family. She is great with other
dogs, is very playful and loving. Bowie is crate trained and yearning for
her forever home. She is spayed, up to date on all her vaccinations and is
heart worm negative. She is a lovely, playful and gentle girl and will do
well in an environment where she can play and be loved by her people and
would also do well with children who can wear her out. She has a pretty
high energy level, so needs lots of exercise and interaction. Her
intelligence makes her a fun companion, as she likes games and to be
challenged. She responds well to training and touch, and knows a few
commands in sign language. Bowie's adoption fee is $100.
Lori Robinson, Haven of Hope Rescue Foundation, at 405-620-2411, Okarche, OK http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/20597290?rvp=1 |
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Are you looking for a great doggie friend? Ida might be just the girl for you. Ida is a 15 inch beagle and is about 6 years old; she is tri-colored and has a lot of red ticking as well. Ida gets along well with other dogs, but does not like cats, and would be happiest with no other small animals such as rabbits, guinea pigs, or birds. She is very quiet and reserved – she is crate and house trained, but does not like to go outside without a person with her. Since coming to Sanctuary House [in Upper Fairmount, MD] last spring, Ida has had several seizures. At the present time she is not on any medication. Because other dogs sometimes attack a dog having a seizure, it is important for Ida not to be left alone, unsupervised, with other dogs. Ida needs an owner who understands epilepsy and is willing to love her unconditionally. Ida is looking for a quiet home; she likes to sit under the desk or cuddle on the couch and watch a movie. She is not a high energy doggie, and is usually content with brief walks or play time. Ida loves dog biscuits. Ida is spayed, up to date on vaccinations, and has tested negative for heartworm, Lyme, Ehrlichia, and Anaplasmosis. She will be microchipped prior to adoption. Ida will travel to Easton, MD, to meet prospective adopters. If you are interested in adopting Ida, please email Sister Mary Winifred at sistermw@bwave.com for an application or call 410-621-0709 for more information. |
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Mo-Mo is a 4yr old Boxer /
Great Dane / Mixed and was treated for Distemper. So far it appears there
will be a residual tick that is affecting his left leg muscles. As the
pictures show, he is active and it is not letting it get in his way. TMo-mo
is still available and being housed in my home. He is a sweet loving guy
who still acts like a puppy and very playful. Our family has taken him to
a local lake where he was just awesome going into the water. He did swim
in deeper water but only when we where they next to him. Mo-Mo is current
on all vaccines, neutered, and micro-chipped. If we could find a loving
heart and a happy home locally, we would place him at no charge as his
adoption amount has been taken care of already. If it is out of the area
and he has to be shipped, the adopting family would have to pay for those
services.
If you are interested, have questions, or to schedule a personal viewing, please contact Ms. Laurie Jane Eberle, volunteer for Love of Animals, Visalia Division, Visalia, California, at 559-799-3937 or LOAVisaliaDiv@aol.com http://www.loveofanimals.org/animals/detail?AnimalID=213112 2807 |
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My name is Scooter and loving is my
game! I am a spry 4 years old, born 1-21-06. I am up to date on all
of my shots, I have been neutered and I just had a dental. I used to
live in a family with 2 big dogs, cats and teenagers. I love to play
with my small tennis balls: if someone will throw them I am a great
fetcher. I really love to have my tummy rubbed also. I will
happily sleep in my crate, but my foster Mom thinks that I would be just
as happy in her bed with my foster sisters.
I do have one problem. I was diagnosed with IBS, Irritable Bowel Syndrome. It is very well controlled if I stay on my special diet of d/d, potato & salmon. I CAN EAT NOTHING ELSE, NO TREATS. However, I think that ice cubes are great treats & you can’t go to the freezer without giving me one! ( I have been known to fake a pee just to get a treat!) If my IBS does flair up I will let you know in no uncertain terms that I need out NOW! I am such a sweet boy, won’t someone please give me the loving home that I crave?? I am being fostered in Ohio and am housebroken. Contact adoptions@smallpawsrescue.org for adoption information |
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Hi everyone! My name is Arnie, and I
would love to be your best friend! I get along with everyone and love to
play! I walk kind of funny and lose my balance sometimes because the
doctors say have a condition called Myotonia Congenita. I take on the
world at a slower pace, but I don't mind--you should see my huge muscles!
Arnie is currently in foster care, if you would like to meet with him
please contact Animal House at 970-224-3647.
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