Successful Disabled Pet Adoption Archive 2005

MiniMo was adopted in August 2005. He is a one and a half year old, neutered, micro-chipped, gray tabby. A car accident left his left front leg and paw permanently disabled. After the accident, his cat-mother rejected him and attacked him, each time with increasing aggression. Shortly after, he was placed with a foster family and has been living with them for the last year. They are heartbroken that they can not keep him and are desperately seeking a loving home for him. He has some sensitivities which can be controlled with medication, diet, and Yesterday's News litter. He is gentle and would be ok with an older child, but wouldn't recommend with small children or babies. He does not get along with male cats (not sure about female cats or dogs), but probably would be best as an only pet.

Onyx was adopted in August 2005. Having her eye removed hasn't slowed her down a bit! This active DSH has completely recovered and is ready to give 110% of her love to a very special home. Onyx is very friendly and social; she enjoys entertaining people with her antics. Onyx has been spayed, micro-chipped, vaccinated and has tested negative for FIV/FeLV. In addition she is litter-box trained.

Abbra was adopted in August 2005. She is a spayed female, who appears to have Russian Blue ancestry. The Russian Blue is one of the oldest known natural breeds. It is distinguished by its thick, blue-gray, short-haired coat, which gives its body a silvery sheen, and by its vivid green eyes. Abbra is named after a character in East of Eden. Our Abbra is an affectionate lap kitty, who purrs upon being petted and has a calm demeanor. Abbra has tested positive for the Feline Immunodeficiency Virus. She is symptom-free and healthy.

For FIV information please visit:
FIV: Catching a Bad Case of Rumors, FIV Fact Sheet and The Truth about Cats and FIV.

Tarzan was adopted in August 2005 after being listed here only five days. He is a grey tabby with cute white paws. He was abandoned at a vet clinic and the staff asked Animal Friends Rescue Project to take him in and find him a good home. He is an amazing cat! This precious boy is blind in both eyes but that does not stop him from enjoying his life. He adjusts quickly to new environments and is happy to explore new areas. Tarzan is exceptionally friendly, loves to play with toys, and will not hesitate to rub all over you. He gets along fabulously with dogs and cats. Tarzan needs to be an indoor only cat.

To see how easy it can be to live with a blind cat, please visit Eye Vet for additional information.

Peyton was adopted in July 2005. He is a deaf Dalmatian. He got lost somehow and ended up in the middle of an intersection in Tennesee. Luckily, he was not hit and ended up in a small shelter. He was named Peyton, after Walter Peyton the football player. He is a snuggler, a kisser, and Dal that needs to give her love away. Peyton is now learning hand signals, is housebroken and crate trained. He adores playing with people and is ok with other dogs and cats. Kids are ok too but older kids are better. He weighs about 50 pounds. He is neutered, heartworm negative, on preventative, wormed, vaccinated and microchipped.

For information on living with a deaf dog, please visit Deaf Dog Education Action Fund.

Able was adopted prior to July 2005. He only has three legs. After an injury badly broke Able's rear leg the veterinarians tried to repair it but due to the severity of the break and the fact that his owners neglected him after the surgeries it was determined the best thing to do was to amputate the leg. His owners then abandoned him at the vet clinic. Able has recovered well. He gets around great. He gets along well with most other dogs and is very friendly. He hates cats, so a home without cats is a must. Able seems like he would get along with just about anyone although he might knock small children down. Able has been living in a cage for over a year and desperatly needs a home where he can just be a dog and get the love and care that he deserves. Able is crate trained and knows a couple of commands. A basic obedience class would be great for him.

Scooby was adopted prior to July 2005. He is a sweet-natured, smooth coated, neutered male purebred collie. His looks are unique for a collie (Hey, We don't all look like Lassie you know!) and in many ways his personality is also unique. Unlike many collies his age, Scooby is extremely laid back, mellow and quiet. He is playful but doesn't race around, preferring a brisk walk.

Scooby is deaf. His foster mom thinks he does have some, minimal hearing since he responds to loud noises, but for the most part, Scooby lives in a world of silence. For this reason, he depends on having a doggie companion around to take his cues from. Anyone who has had a deaf dog knows that with only minimal adaptations they can live a perfectly normal lifestyle. Scooby reacts to vibrations and the flick of a light to get his attention, and his foster mom is teaching him hand signals. Of course he needs to be supervised outdoors, since he can't hear danger approaching (like a speeding car!).

Aside from his hearing, Scooby is in perfect health, and he is a very good boy. He is gentle and affectionate with everyone: children, adults, cats and other dogs. He is crate trained, and his foster mom suggests that he be crated when left alone to prevent any destructive chewing. Scooby is almost fully housebroken - just needs a little fine tuning.

For information on living with a deaf dog, please visit Deaf Dog Education Action Fund.

Jack was adopted in June 2005. He is a tri-colored middle-aged English Setter with mostly short hair and medium-length feathering. He weighs 55 pounds. He's a little bow-legged, we say that's because he was a cowboy! He was a stray in a Texas shelter before coming to Another Chance for English Setters over a year ago. Jack is deaf with no prior training but he has so far proven to be the most patient and loving dog we could have hoped for and is learning so quickly! He is learning manners and signs at a very fast rate. He is wonderfully crate trained and has had no accidents. He's great with cats, ignores pigeons and inside birds and other dogs. He's not much of a hunter, but does love squirrels. He is perfect in the car - lays down and sleeps within minutes. Sometimes he pulls a little on the leash but most of the time he walks very well. He's loyal, loving, and his enthusiasm is like a breath of fresh air!

For information on living with a deaf dog, please visit Deaf Dog Education Action Fund.

Gephetto was adopted prior to June 2005. He is a neutered male, wired hair dachshund with possibly a wheaton terrier mix. He was rescued from one of the high kill shelters where his owner turned him in, no reason given. The shelter determined that he is blind due to severe cataracts. Because there is damage to the cornea, surgery is not an option, but with the way Gephetto navigates and his ease of adjustment to new surroundings, he must have been in this condition for a long time. He is good with dogs, ignores cats, plays with his toys, loves to eat, uses a doggy door, and rarely bumps into walls once he knows the layout. He enjoys car rides and laying across your lap. He would make a great companion.

Blind dogs can live an almost normal life, please visit The Owners of Blind Dogs.

Beethoven was adopted in May 2005. She has only one eye and she is deaf. The eye she has is blue/cracked glass and she sees out of it just fine. Attached is a picture. She is a double merle. And as if just the deafness isn't enough, she was hit by a car when she was a pup. This could be when it was realized the pup was deaf. Although you can't see it well in the photo, she is missing a front leg (the other side from the photo). My friend was told the dog was born with only one eye (nothing in the socket) but since it is on the same side as the amputated leg, I wonder if the eye had to be removed, too. "Beethoven" (awful name she came with but changing the name on a deaf dog would be no issue) is housetrained, really sweet, smart, knows some hand signals, very enthusiastic and attentive.

For information on living with a deaf dog, please visit Deaf Dog Education Action Fund.

Hugo was adopted prior to May 2005. He is a pretty black and white adult short haired cat. He's very affectionate and loving, and likes to be held and cuddled. He came in with a collar so was someone's pet, but no one has come to claim him so he's looking for a new home. Hugo tested positive for FIV, so will need a special home. FIV is very hard to transmit, and cats with it can live full, happy lives, please click for more information on FIV. Hugo is an affectionate, demanding, cat. He will insist on attention as soon as he hears your footstep in the door, and yowl until he gets it. He loves to be cuddled and patted and held but sometimes disagrees when you put him down and bats at your hand. Hugo is aggressive towards adult males, but lets himself be bullied by females. He likes kittens and tries to play with them. Hugo has very bad allergies and when stressed will develop an upper respiratory infection. This is most likely because of the FIV and needs to be treated as soon as symptoms appear.

Moon was adopted in May 2005. She is a spayed black and white female, who, despite having only three legs, gets around very well. Moon was rescued as a kitten when she was found injured in an alley. Her front right leg was shattered beyond repair and there was some damage to her hips. After the amputation of the damaged leg and extensive surgery on her hips Moon now gets around very well on her three legs. She is very small for her age, and rather shy with new people.

Paisley was adopted in April 2005. She was left at a kill shelter when Adopt a Boxer Rescue (AABR) stepped in to save her. Paisley is a deaf female. Poor Paisley was left with a broken leg that was never given veterinary attention. AABR decided to have her leg evaluated and we happily found out that we will be able to have her leg repaired so that she can live a happy, normal life! Paisley loves everyone she meets! She is fantastic with adults, children of all ages, other dogs and she adores cats! She is currently working very hard on her house training skill and makes improvements everyday. Paisley is in need of a home that will be with her most of the time so she can feel secure as she has been neglected and abandoned so many times. Paisley would do best in a home with lots of love and another dog (or more if she had her way!) Paisley is in need of a dedicated forever home. In return for your efforts, Paisley will give you so much love, you will never understand how someone could have ever turned there back on her. Please, open you heart and home to this remarkable girl, you will not be sorry.

For information on living with a deaf dog, please visit Deaf Dog Education Action Fund.

Smokey was adopted prior to May 2005. He was found living at a condo complex being fed occasionally fed by a couple of the tenants but still living outside. Smoky has FIV. He is very friendly and loves to be petted and scratched and sometimes even to be picked up! He is not very fond of other cats, yet. Cats are social creatures but occasionally there is one that would probably do better without other cats around and Smokey might just be one of these cats. He is not yet neutered so when that happens, he might have a different disposition towards other kitties. He loves laying in sunny windowsills, being in the same room as people and being petted and scratched.

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Toby was adopted in April 2005. He is a very sweet red dobie. He is a blind male. He is neutered, has natural ears and a docked tail. He is house trained and crate trained. He is a wonderful, sweet loving boy.

Blind dogs can live an almost normal life, please visit The Owners of Blind Dogs.

Sara was adopted in April 2005. She is a pedigreed white German Shepherd, who has been with her owner, Nick since she was a puppy. Nick is a disabled Veteran, who was a paratrooper with the Army Rangers. Nick trained Sara to be his helper dog. Although Sara was taken for lessons with a local obedience class, she has never received any formal companion-helper dog training other than what Nick provided. Nonetheless, she was Nick's helper and companion and he adored her.

A series of missteps occurred that resulted in the situation we find ourselves today. Just over a month ago Nick came down to visit his parents in Oxnard for their wedding anniversary. He left Sara alone in a motel room for a very short while he and his friend left to get some food when they first arrived in Oxnard. They were staying in a room especially outfitted for the disabled. The door had a handle on the inside insterad of a door knob - Sara operated the handle, opened the door and got out presumably to find Nick. He and his friend came back and were horrified to find her gone. Nick stayed in town for about a week in the hopes of finding Sara, to the detriment of his own health. It was during the time of the very heavy rains, storms and winds here. Sara was actually located about a week after she went missing initially, but the animal regulation people reportedly spooked her and she ran off. Although animal regulations and local police tried to keep an eye out for Sara on their regular patrols, there wasn't any concerted organized effort to find her. That's when we got involved. We prepared flyers, in English and Spanish, posted them all over the Oxnard area where we were getting sightings. In addition, several of us walked the walk in those areas. One of the volunteers, a retired Sheriff's Deputy, found tracks which turned out to be Sara's. We borrowed a cage/trap from Animal Regulations and staked out the area where Sara was seen. We scented the cage with Nick's clothes and put food inside the cage in the hopes of getting her inside. She ignored it the first few nights, then on the fourth night she reached up and grabbed Nick's clothes and ran off with them - then her collar disappeared although John didn't see her actually take it. Sara went inside the cage but not all the way and backed out - the cage was the kind where the animal has to go all the way in and step on a metal plate which would activate the shut door mechanism. John was waiting for her to return from her rounds and felt confident she would actually go inside the cage inasmuch as she had seemingly "made friends" with it. Sadly, it wasn't to be, and Sara got run over as she was crossing the road on her way back to her hiding place. We were called and she was first taken to Pet Emergency and then stabilized and taken to the Veterinarian Medical and Surgical Group in Ventura, where she is today.

Sara is paralyzed in the lower extremities and not expected to be able to walk naturally again., However, she is young, alert, eating and drinking, and extremely good natured and sweet, giving lots of kisses and licks. She is also showing inquisitiveness at her surroundings. Sara may not regain use of her urinary and bowel functions and may require assistance. She is dripping urine and they are expressing her urine. I understand she is having bowel movements, but not controlled. Sara is a pretty big girl (80 pounds when first injured). Given her age and disposition her doctor feels that Sara may be a good candidate for a cart, provided a great home can be found for her with someone who is accepting and aware of the special needs that Sara will have.

Frixos was adoped prior to April 2005. He is a male, young Husky living in Greece. He had terrible accident with a bus. That cost him a front leg. Some students took him to the vet who decided that the only way in order to avoid euthanasia to amputate the leg.

Jessee was adopted in March 2005. He is a Border Collie mix. He is incredibly sweet and loving and friendly. He loves to sit next to you as well as run for a ball you toss, happy to be with people. Jessee, like his brother, Jax above, has an eye problem, partial blindness and likely to be fully blind at some point. He does have more sight than Jax so can catch moving objects, follow direction doing almost what other sighted dogs can do, just every now and then bumping into something. His hearing and sense of smell is acute so he compensates beautifully and frankly, makes it hard to tell he has issues at all. He weighs about 40 pounds, has a very similar body shape to a retriever and has not yet been tested with cats.

Blind dogs can live an almost normal life, please visit The Owners of Blind Dogs.

Tucker was adopted in March 2005. He is a neutered male, black and white, about three years old, 12 pounds, in great shape, well behaved and a very affectionate lapsitter, even though he's lived a rough life outdoors up until now. He is people friendly and appreciative of a good loving home which it seems he's never had before. He uses the litter box, does not spray and loves to talk. He is Current on rabies and distemper/combo vaccines. Tucker just wants a warm sunny window perch to snooze away the days and a lap to curl up in occasionally. Tucker is FIV+ and asymptomatic. A home experienced with FIV is a plus. No dogs, please.

For FIV information please visit:
FIV: Catching a Bad Case of Rumors
FIV Fact Sheet
The Truth about Cats and FIV

Charlie was adopted in March 2005. Heis a wonderful Schnauzer Mix, with an estimated date of birth of 10/1/04. Because Charlie is so young, his needs as a juvenile diabetic are constantly changing. He shows signs that he will be able to be regulated once he achieves adulthood, but needs a home that can make him the center of attention until he reaches that point. He is currently receiving insulin injections twice daily, receives two main meals with several light snacks throughout the day, and is on medication that is mixed into his food to aid with the absorbtion of nutrients. As a growing puppy, Charlie is fun-loving and playful! He loves to give kisses, and is quite the snuggle bug. He is used to being pampered, and does not hesitate to admit that he is spoiled rotten. He can be quite talkative at times, and would benefit from a basic training class. Though Charlie would most likely do well with other animals (he loves his daily puppy playtime with other animals that we have available for adoption), his constantly changing medical needs would lead us to believe that he would do best as an only pet in an all-adult household so that his condition can be closely monitored. Once he reaches full-grown, and is easier to regulate, we would consider a home with other animals. Charlie is in Dallas, Texas. The adoption donation for dogs is $155. At the time of adoption, each orphan is spayed or neutered, has started on heartworm and flea medications (tested for Heartworm, Ehrlichia and Lyme diseases if over six months of age at the time of admission), has had a full veterinary exam, age appropriate vaccinations, deworming treatments, and additional treatments as needed on an individual basis.

Henry was adopted in March 2005. He has a congenital eye condition, micro-opthalmia. Henry has had a all his first-year vaccinations (including rabies), weighs about nine and a half pounds, and was recently vet-checked and deemed healthy.

Zhoe was adopted prior to March 2005. She is a spayed female. This little one will not be left behind, legs or no legs. She is determined to live life to the fullest. She a very sunny personality and gets along great with other dogs and is very loving to whomever will love her.

Sweet Pea was adopted prior to March 2005. She was born of feral cats. Sweet Peas name says it all, she is the sweetest! She loves to cuddle and play. Children love her and so do adults! Lately Sweet Pea has taken to enjoying sitting on your shoulders and giving you "gentle hugs" by wrapping her front paws around your neck. She then nuzzles you with her face. It is the sweetest thing.

Maxine was adopted in February 2005. She was rescued from the Navajo Reservation Animal Control facility in Arizona the day before she was to be euthanized along with many dogs and puppies. She appears to be an English Pointer and is about one year old. She was very thin and shy. She had recently had her rear leg amputated, and still had sutures in it. When our vet spayed her he examined the stump area and said it was a "less than professional" job. She also has two symetrical scars on her abdomen that he suspects may be from some type of ritual. At any rate, Maxine is very healthy now and we feel she is ready for adoption. She is very loving and tries very hard to please. She gets along wonderfully with other dogs and loves to romp and play with them. She has lots of energy and does require exercise. She will chase cats, so her future home should probably be one without them.

Dudley was adopted in February 2005. He is a stocky solid white neutered male American Pit Bull/American Bulldog mix with one blue eye and one brown eye. We found Dudley tied to a tree, abandoned, at the Sayrebrook Pet Adoption Center in Sayreville NJ on September 4, 2004. He is a gentle giant and a sweetheart with a smile on his face for everyone. He is non-confrontational with other dogs as well. We have determined that Dudley is bilaterally deaf and will therefore need to be placed in a home with a fenced yard and with owners who understand the special needs of caring for a deaf dog, who are committed to keeping him safe, and who understand pit bull idiosyncrasies. He is strong and muscular and needs owners dedicated getting him obedience instruction; he seems to have had no prior obedience training. He is also working with a volunteer trainer on hand-signal obedience commands and is doing well.

For information on living with a deaf dog, please visit Deaf Dog Education Action Fund.

BeeGee was adopted in February 2005. She is a Shepherd/Boxer Mix with mild hip dysplasia. The vet says the hip dysplasia is so minor surgery is not required now and maybe never. BeeGee loves to go for walks or to just lay in the sun. BeeGee gets along great with other dogs and cats.

Bogie was adopted in January 2005. He is a sweet, fluffy and cuddly bundle of love! He is undemanding (at this point, anyway), and sometimes overlooked because he is so quiet and patient (amidst a sea of very active puppies!) Bogie is blind He will need a home that is willing to accomodate his disability.

Blind dogs can live an almost normal life, please visit The Owners of Blind Dogs.

Howie was adopted in January 2005. He is the "King of Cuddle," the most affectionate cat you will ever meet. This three to five year old gray tabby loves people and is always ready to snuggle. With his compact body, round cheeks and large head, he even looks like a teddy bear. Although Howie has tested positive for the Feline Leukemia virus (FeLV), he is a strong and healthy purr machine. He would be a great as an only pet, or as a companion to dogs and other FeLV cats. Feline Leukemia can not be transmitted to dogs or to humans. He is neutered and current on his shots.

Lucy was adopted around January 2005. Although blind (for the past two years) - she is happy, likes to go for walks, swim, play with children, play with other dogs and other cats as well. Multiple veterinarians have told the owner she could go for a operation to enhance her sight, but she has had no money to do so. There is no fee involved for adoption of this dog -- but the owner says she will only give her to a 'good' home, not just anyone. This is a case, where you'd really be saving a life. She weighs about 90 pounds, and is a Rottie/Shepherd mix.

Aria was adopted in January 2005. She was rescued from the streets of Philadelphia. She is a real sweetie and gets along with other cats. She is spayed and fully vaccinated. Aria was tested Felv negative but tested positive for FIV.

Pinky was adopted in January 2005. She is current with her shots, and housetrained. She gets along with other dogs, and cats. She walks well on the leash, loves her baths, and to be brushed. If you are looking for a little girl that loves to sit on your lap, go for rides, and fall asleep with you at night, that is Pinky.

Pinky has dry eyes, and is blind. The blindness is caused by her dry eye condition. She is on two medications and some sight may return. One of the medications will have to be continued for life. She would probably do best in a home with another dog to help her get around.

To see how easy it can be to live with a blind dog, please visit Eye Vet for additional information.

Charlotte was adopted in January 2005. She weighs 58 pounds. She was found abandoned on the street, soon after giving birth. Sadly, the puppies were not found. She was near death from starvation and exhaustion. Now six months later, with the help of her foster family and the vet, Charlotte is very happy, healthy, spayed, up to date on all vaccinations and ready for adoption. But there is a catch, she has a special need, a condition called Addison's disease which is a dysfunction of adrenal glands. This is easily treated with a monthly shot that costs about $60 each month. Check out this website for more information about Addison's disease. Addison's disease is not a terrible, and Charlotte will live a long, healthy, normal life. She is housetrained and excellent with dogs and cats. She is shy around new people, but will let anyone kick her soccer ball for her. She needs daily exercise. She is not destructive or a chewer. She enjoys sleeping on the bed, under the bed and in her dog bed. Her foster home keeps her on a consistent diet and is working on obedience training.

Holly is blind, and was adopted in January 2005. Holly feels around with her nose, snapping your fingers will get her attention, and she likes to cuddle with people and other dogs. She rubs her head on your leg when she is happy and she seems very dependant and trusting.

Blind dogs can live an almost normal life, please visit The Owners of Blind Dogs.