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Please consider being a foster mom and dad to a pet in need. It is a very rewarding experience and it will help save a dog's life.***
** Male, Boston Terrier
** 4 yrs, 22lbs
** House trained
** Crate trained
** Good with dogs, unsure on cats but happy to test
** Adoption fee $150.00
Health: Newton is spayed/neutered, microchipped, wormed, flea treated, current on DHPP, Bordatella, and Rabies. Has seizures controlled by medication
More About Me: Newton’s story is chronicled below. We got Newton about 18 months ago and he is great dog but since his seizures he wants constant companionship that we cannot provide. We love him dearly and wanted to know what you can do to help us find him a good home. We need to find him a home before January or we are going to be forced to put him in the local humane society shelter. This a fate we would like avoid
Newton’s Story
Newton came to us via North West Int’l pet rescue. He and his sister had been found wondering in Idaho. He came to us with his head hung low but with some good food, exercise and lots of love he blossomed into a beautiful Boston. The high light of Newton’s day was running into the dog park at a hundred miles an hour and get as many dogs as possible into a game of chase. Newton is/was a very athletic animal well suited to our active life style. Newt is a gentle little boy and is eager to please.
Early October Newton started some painful whimpers and wet the floor in our office – being such an unusual occurrence we took him to the vet where they promptly insisted he needed an ultra sound for bladder stone. Two thousand dollars and a shaved belly later he was negative for bladder stones. Newt’s pain attacks increased and he was then diagnosed as having a vertebral problem that did not show on the x-ray. Finally the symptoms proved to be precursors to grand mal seizures caused by epilepsy. His epilepsy is now controlled by two inexpensive pills a day and he remains symptom free.
1. The seizures have taken a physical and mental toll of Newt’s athleticism and confidence. He can jump 24 inches high but no longer vaults 40 inch obstacles. As part of his rehab I have Newt swim in our hot tub every day. Since the seizure he swims only with his front paws. As a family that pretty much lives on the water not being a four legged swimmer is difficult from a safety stand point
2. Mentally Newton no longer enters the park with his alpha dog demeanor but love to run with the pack. Flashing lights and loud noise now visibly agitate Newton. Newton lacks confidence and we lack confidence in Newton in terms of not going potty in the house. We take him pee every couple of hours and before and after meals.
3. Newton is still a great little guy but not our guy.
4. Starting in January I go on the road for 5 month followed by a knee replacement. While I am on the road my wife runs the company. Newt is moving quickly towards recovery but we just do not have the time to rebuild his confidence and habits.
5. Newt is an obedient loving dog and will make someone a great companion.
NWIPR IS AN ALL VOLUNTEER REGISTERED NON-PROFIT 501c3 PUBLIC CHARITY
Your adoption donation is used to care for and vet the many dogs that enter into rescue from overcrowded shelters where their time is running out-ultimately they are on death row. Your adoption donation goes directly to the care of the many dogs that enter into rescue. All dogs leave rescue vaccinated, sterilized, microchipped, wormed, flea treated, and medically checked out. In some cases they receive dentals, ear flush, surgeries, and so on to ensure that they are healthy and ready to be adopted. Your adoption donation is very much appreciated and needed to help care for the many needy dogs that enter into rescue. New adopters receive a FREE exam coupon at a local veterinary clinic in Lynnwood OR a $30 care voucher to a veterinary chain (so be sure to ask about these coupons if you are interested). NOTE: Please do not email for more dog info. This is all the info available until approved application is received and then you can talk directly to that dog's foster home for further info. Thank you!
NWIPR's adoption process includes completion of an adoption application, a vet check, screening, in person meeting, a home visit and a lifetime adoption contract. NWIPR is the pet's advocate and will select the most suitably matched home for the dog's general and unique needs, therefore adoptions are not done on a first come first serve basis. We reserve the right to refuse service and adoption for any reason.
PLEASE NOTE: The information contained within this pet's biography is based on observations from the current foster home. NWIPR is very honest about the pet's behavior and needs (and provides up to date information), we cannot guarantee they will behave in the same manner in a different environment with new owners as individual household dynamics vary greatly.
CONSIDER FOSTERING A DOG
***Do you or someone you know have the desire to help a rescue dog? If you have a loving heart, dog experience, a safe and secure yard and the notion to make a difference, please consider fostering a rescue dog. There are MANY dogs that we just do not have room for and just one person can make a world of difference to a dog that needs a safe place to rest his or her weary paws.....***
'Saving just one pet won't change the world ... but, surely, the world will change for that one pet' author unknown
