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This helps New Beginnings International Sporting Dog Rescue with pet care costs.
Socialization: Rex is social and outgoing. He loves people and will great everyone, man, woman or child, in the same manner with a wagging tail. Rex is just as friendly with other dogs but due to his physical limitations he doesn't engage in play with them. Rex loves to sleep next to his humans or his dog friends.
Training: Rex is an excellent trainer. He trained his fosters to take him for car rides or walks. He will stand by the door and "roo" . Rex is not crated and has free roam in the house with the other dogs. He's very well behaved if you don't consider that one time!
Activity requirements: Rex will require short daily walks to maintain the progress he's made through physical therapy and hydrotherapy. He's slow but great on a leash. His stubborn streak comes out when it's time to turn around and head home. If he's not ready to return home he'll plop his furry butt down on the sidewalk clearly stating he wants the walk to continue but a ride home in his stroller may be what's best. Before Rex was able to go on daily walks he would ride in his stroller. He loves the attention he receives from passersby. Rex's stroller will go with him when adopted.
Fence requirements: Rex is not a runner or fence climber so a fence is not required. Supervision in the yard is required at all times. Rex will wander. Invisible fence is also an option for him.
Personality: Rex has been described in many ways, charming, adorable, social and playful but let's not forget stubborn and a lil' stinker. His first few weeks here he was in some discomfort while recovering from surgery. Once his pain was under control and he started therapy, his true personality started to emerge. He enjoys cuddling and loves to be groomed. He tries to be first in line for brushing. Rex has a lot to say and makes his desires known by rooing!
Health history: Rex has had quite a lot to deal with physically. While in Greece he had arthroscopic surgery to fix and stabilize his elbows. Afterwards, he had 2 TPLO surgeries to fix torn cruciate ligaments in both his knees. Rex had physical therapy while in foster care that included hydrotherapy, both underwater treadmill and swim, laser treatments and canine myotheraphy. He currently takes daily supplements and medications which he will need to continue on along with some type of physical therapy. Rex will never be a star athlete but he is at the top of his game in rooing and cuddling.
This dog originates from Greece where Leishmaniasis is endemic. They tested negative before coming to the USA, but the parasite can remain dormant in the system for many years, so potential adopters must be willing to commit to annual testing for the next 7 years. Typically, the test needs to be sent to a special lab, but any regular vet can draw the blood and send it to the lab. The cost of the test seems to vary widely by area, but is approximately $150-$250. or if your vet is willing to send the test to a veterinary college lab, cost can be as low as $80.
Foster comments: Nothing about Rex's journey was easy and that's what makes him extraordinary. Rex's medical condition is only part of his whole self, it does not define who he is. Rex could barely walk, let alone get up on his own when he first arrived here but Rex soon became an active participant in his rehabilitation. He never stopped fighting for his chance to heal. Rex has physical needs that need to be addressed but he is in may ways your typical happy go lucky pup. He loves toys, cuddles, playing in the yard, people, walks, stroller rides and rooing! He's a daily reminder that second chances are worth believing in. Rex may have physical limitations but his love knows no bounds.
Foster location: Schamburg, IL
Transport note: We are able to arrange volunteer transport to get dogs from their foster home to their adopter as long as the adopter and the foster are within a 1,000 mile radius of each other and the adopter is located in the USA. If the adopter is more than 1,000 miles from the foster home, adoption would only be possible if the adopter is willing to drive the distance beyond the 1,000-mile transport limit. Long distance adoptions may also be possible if the adopter is willing to pay for a flight for getting their dog from the foster home to their location if the foster feels this is an appropriate arrangement for the specific dog. Canadian adopters would have to drive into the USA to pick up their dog, as we do not transport outside of the USA.
Socialization: Rex is social and outgoing. He loves people and will great everyone, man, woman or child, in the same manner with a wagging tail. Rex is just as friendly with other dogs but due to his physical limitations he doesn't engage in play with them. Rex loves to sleep next to his humans or his dog friends.
Training: Rex is an excellent trainer. He trained his fosters to take him for car rides or walks. He will stand by the door and "roo" . Rex is not crated and has free roam in the house with the other dogs. He's very well behaved if you don't consider that one time!
Activity requirements: Rex will require short daily walks to maintain the progress he's made through physical therapy and hydrotherapy. He's slow but great on a leash. His stubborn streak comes out when it's time to turn around and head home. If he's not ready to return home he'll plop his furry butt down on the sidewalk clearly stating he wants the walk to continue but a ride home in his stroller may be what's best. Before Rex was able to go on daily walks he would ride in his stroller. He loves the attention he receives from passersby. Rex's stroller will go with him when adopted.
Fence requirements: Rex is not a runner or fence climber so a fence is not required. Supervision in the yard is required at all times. Rex will wander. Invisible fence is also an option for him.
Personality: Rex has been described in many ways, charming, adorable, social and playful but let's not forget stubborn and a lil' stinker. His first few weeks here he was in some discomfort while recovering from surgery. Once his pain was under control and he started therapy, his true personality started to emerge. He enjoys cuddling and loves to be groomed. He tries to be first in line for brushing. Rex has a lot to say and makes his desires known by rooing!
Health history: Rex has had quite a lot to deal with physically. While in Greece he had arthroscopic surgery to fix and stabilize his elbows. Afterwards, he had 2 TPLO surgeries to fix torn cruciate ligaments in both his knees. Rex had physical therapy while in foster care that included hydrotherapy, both underwater treadmill and swim, laser treatments and canine myotheraphy. He currently takes daily supplements and medications which he will need to continue on along with some type of physical therapy. Rex will never be a star athlete but he is at the top of his game in rooing and cuddling.
This dog originates from Greece where Leishmaniasis is endemic. They tested negative before coming to the USA, but the parasite can remain dormant in the system for many years, so potential adopters must be willing to commit to annual testing for the next 7 years. Typically, the test needs to be sent to a special lab, but any regular vet can draw the blood and send it to the lab. The cost of the test seems to vary widely by area, but is approximately $150-$250. or if your vet is willing to send the test to a veterinary college lab, cost can be as low as $80.
Foster comments: Nothing about Rex's journey was easy and that's what makes him extraordinary. Rex's medical condition is only part of his whole self, it does not define who he is. Rex could barely walk, let alone get up on his own when he first arrived here but Rex soon became an active participant in his rehabilitation. He never stopped fighting for his chance to heal. Rex has physical needs that need to be addressed but he is in may ways your typical happy go lucky pup. He loves toys, cuddles, playing in the yard, people, walks, stroller rides and rooing! He's a daily reminder that second chances are worth believing in. Rex may have physical limitations but his love knows no bounds.
Foster location: Schamburg, IL
Transport note: We are able to arrange volunteer transport to get dogs from their foster home to their adopter as long as the adopter and the foster are within a 1,000 mile radius of each other and the adopter is located in the USA. If the adopter is more than 1,000 miles from the foster home, adoption would only be possible if the adopter is willing to drive the distance beyond the 1,000-mile transport limit. Long distance adoptions may also be possible if the adopter is willing to pay for a flight for getting their dog from the foster home to their location if the foster feels this is an appropriate arrangement for the specific dog. Canadian adopters would have to drive into the USA to pick up their dog, as we do not transport outside of the USA.
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