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Background: Schatzie & Pepper were surrendered to our rescue in April 2019. Schatzie and Pepper were raised together and are a bonded pair, meaning they will be adopted together.
Schatzie will be 13 years old in August 2019 and is a Shetland Sheepdog. She is a sweet dainty lady who gives into her herding instincts. She is very easy-going and likes to be around people. She is reserved when in public. You will occasionally catch her chasing her tail. She knows how to sit, stay, lay down and shake…when her paw is coaxed. She loves to be brushed and her nails need extra special care when trimming, as she has long quicks. She does run and bark at someone passing by in the yard. She loves to explore around the yard, but is quick to want to be let back inside. She is crate-trained, but also enjoys lounging outside of her crate as long as someone is home. Schatzie likes her space & will need existing pets in the home to leave her be.
Pepper will be a 12-year old King Charles Cavalier Spaniel/American Eskimo mix in July 2019. He is quirky in nature and can be extremely passive and reserved. He will let you gently rub his belly. He is an athlete and can jump and maneuver quickly and smoothly. He loves to chase balls. He has a cute smile and wants to be near people. Pepper’s safe zone is his kennel although enjoys spending time outside for short periods of time. Pepper has a tendency to cry loudly…he is not in pain, but we have not been able to figure out why he has the crying episodes. He will bark if someone knocks at the door. He is hesitant to new people but is very warm and loving once he gets to know you.
MEDICAL: We’d noticed a concerning growth on Schatzie (sheltie) that was diagnosed as a perianal tumor. It most likely has been there for a while, but it wasn’t until recently that it grew to be noticeable. We’ve explored our options and have decided to make the next few weeks or months (whatever time she has left), the best days of Schatzie’s life. It was not an easy decision to make. If she were to survive the surgery, we are not guaranteed that her recovery would be 100%, not to mention the pain involved with such an invasive surgery. We also took Pepper into consideration, because Schatzie and Pepper were surrendered to us as a bonded pair-they were raised together in the same home their entire lives and then transitioned into our foster home together. It was not an easy transition for either of them and it took Pepper months to finally relax & trust his foster family. While Schatzie is still with us, we will take her and Pepper on special outings, share special treats and make sure Schatzie knows how important she is to us. Schatzie is currently showing no negative symptoms from her tumor. She is maintaining a good quality of life with brother Pepper, which is why they are up for adoption.
Pepper & Shatzie are considered “Adoptable Hospice dogs” and ARE AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION. We are looking for a very special someone to become their forever family for the remainder of their golden years. Someone who can show Schatzie how loved she is, and show Pepper love & support when the time comes to grieve for his sister.
If you’re interested in adopting this special pair please email us for an adoption application.
Characteristics: Playful, loves being brushed, reserved, likes her space from other pets
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