My name is April!

April is a 6-month-old sweetheart with a gentle spirit and a bright, curious outlook on the world. April has been diagnosed with a congenital ventricular septal defect (VSD), which is a small hole in the wall between the heart’s ventricles that she was born with. She’s fully vaccinated, doing great day to day, and currently showing no symptoms related to her diagnosis.

Right now, April feels like any other happy puppy. She plays, eats, naps, and loves just like she should. Many dogs with mild VSDs live full, joyful lives with little to no impact on their daily routine. That said, this is a lifelong condition, and adopters should be comfortable with ongoing veterinary care, including periodic cardiology check-ins to monitor her heart as she grows.

Because of her heart condition, April is considered high risk for anesthesia, which is why she has not been spayed at this time. Any future procedures would need to be carefully evaluated and performed with a veterinarian experienced in cardiac cases.

April is looking for a family who understands that love sometimes comes with a little extra responsibility. In return, she offers loyalty, sweetness, and the kind of quiet magic that only a special dog can bring. If you’re ready to open your heart to a pup who may need mindful care but has so much love to give, April may be your girl.