01-16-09 PeterPan is a 13 lb blonde, DOB 09-07-96.
He arrived with his littermate, Wendy as their human went into an assisted living facility. He arrived with his traveling bag, blanket, pillow, complete vet records, a 3 page owner surrender of his likes, dislikes, habits to help him settle in. Peter has had ongoing eye issues since a pup so needs eye ointment on a daily basis. He has trouble with his vision yet once he learns where his surroundings are those won't be an issue. He is faithful in his use of piddle pads, also does well when taken out on a schedule or has the use of a doggy door. You may copy/paste the following link into your browser to learn more about this breed: http://dogbreedinfo.com/shihtzu.htm PeterPan has been placed in foster care with Marti.
Her updates on Peter's likes & dislikes will let you know if this fur-fella is suitable for your home. First update from Marti-
"All went very well last night, Jackie knocked on door about 8 and Wendy jumped off loveseat and greeted her, I then sat Pete on floor and he greeted her, she liked both of them. At bedtime I put Pete on his blankie and pillow and Wendy on bed with me. Both went to sleep immediately and then about 3 Wendy stood up and looked down so I sat her next to Pete and we all slept well until morning. Wendy has nailed peddle pad and hope Pete will too. Both are much more calm and Wendy is asleep on loveseat and Pete is on his bed. They both like to be petted and have not eaten much, but I know they will later today. They are very quiet and very good. Will let you know when they pick up on eating, I have a feeling they were both used to people food as treats and filled in with their food. Both very nice dogs." Late PM update:
"Well both are now eating their dog food. Pete held out until around noon and then he came in and began to eat. Still Wendy held out and stared at me all the way thru lunch and dinner. She then jumped off loveseat and came to my feet, so I bent down to pet her and she turned over and let me give her belly rubs. I then took her out and she now likes the tie out just fine, upon coming back into the house she headed straight to bowl and ate not alot but she ate and they are both now asleep on their blankie and pillow in bedroom. I will take her out at ten or before. I think we have made major steps today.... Great dogs!" 01-20 Pete & Wendy are doing just fine and Wendy is getting friendlier each day. 01-22 Marti & Carol took Pete & Wendy to Linda's Grooming for some touch up work under the nose, tail, paws.
"Pete and Wendy went to Linda's at 8:30 this morning and both were done by 9. Both rode nicely and quietly on my lap and Linda did a really nice job. That mess on Wendy under her eye was a little tender and it was shaved off so Linda said to put alittle salve on it. We brought them straight back here and they were both glad to be home......All is well here and Wendy loves to go out on tie out in this kind of weather." 01-25 Pete is quiet and sweet and sleeps most of time,.......He is just having a hard time with this.....Neither one overeat and seem to dislike their food, and beg for people food. I am treating Petes eyes everyday and it is alot easier now that his hair has been cut. 01-26 An early morning phone chat with Marti.
PeterPan is having a bit of a challenge. His little blanket gives him security, spends most of his day sleeping on it. He seems rather confused so Marti is keeping his routine as close to the same as possible every day. 01-30 PeterPan has come on-site leaving Wendy with Marti.
PeterPan will benefit from a bit of stimulation rather than spend his entire day dozing. BabyCakes is blind, does very well with the pack & we hope in a few days PeterPan will join BabyCakes in exploring the small dog play yard on nice days.
PeterPan was given some brief time on the porch, seemed to quickly learn where porch furniture was, also found his blanket. The sunshine has returned so the rays MAY help him chase away his winter blues. Blind dogs DO adapt to their surroundings. We believe PeterPan would be PAWfect for a home with someone that has vision problems, doesn't move furniture about, may even have a bit of cabin fever, appreciates sunshine on warm days during winter months.
Peter will be gradually introduced to the rescue pack. BabyCakes may appoint herself as his "Mascot" helping him adjust as she has done so well, gets around beautifully. 01-31 PeterPan has now joined the pack, total freedom of the kitchen/dining area. He spent time on the porch in the sunbeams then came inside, cautiously walking, learning his way about.
He has a soft snore so if you miss your snoring mate, he will be PAWfect for you! 02-01 PeterPan will be visiting Doc the first of the week. We want our vet's opinion on the eye meds, see if something else may work better. We also need his teeth checked, possibly have a dental done. Dental hygiene helps the kidneys, thus lungs & heart. Yet, with Peter's age it's always a risk with anesthesia. Doc will make the final decision on how much can be done to keep him happy, healthy. This fur-kid is in our Senior Fur-ever & Always Program.
Our program is patterned after Love A Golden's Senior Life Program. If you adopt this fur-kid, your original adoption donation is perpetual.
You may adopt another appropriate senior (10 years & older) fur-kid from us after this fur-kid passes to the Rainbow Bridge, becoming an Angel Dog. -------------------------------- The adoption fee ranges from $175 to $325.
The fee is based upon veterinary care, age & size of dog.
The higher adoption fee on the younger small dogs helps care for the older dogs that take longer to find fur-ever homes.
Senior citizens and disabled receive a discount.
We also offer a discount to those in uniform keeping us safe.
Land of the free because of the brave. Our adoption process begins with the e-mail or phone call to us. Please be prepared to furnish your complete name, address, telephone number, your veterinarian contact information & at least two personal references. We will then call you to ask a series of questions. contact: 660-668-3567 |
