Name: Minka
· Male or female? Female
· Approximate Age: 1 ½ years
· Breed: German Shorthaired Pointer mix
· Weight: 45 pounds
· Any impairments: diagnosed with Wobbler Syndrome
· Potty trained? Yes
· Crate trained? Yes
· Good with other dogs? Yes, with proper intros
· Good with cats? Unknown
· Good with kids? Yes
· Commands known: sit, down, wait, spin, and more
· Needs fenced in yard? Preferred
· Need another dog in the home? No
· Location: Portage, MI
· Energy level (high/med/low)? High
Have you made some resolutions to get more walks in? Or have more joy in your life? Minka will guarantee your success! This young German Shorthaired Pointer mix is a bounding ball of life, always ready to play fetch, run around outside, or try to squeeze herself into your lap.
Minka has been diagnosed with Wobbler Syndrome, a neurological problem affecting the spinal cord. In the case of Minka, her back legs have a funny gait and she can lose her balance easily when she gets excited. She should always be walked on a harness instead of just her collar. Minka is not a fan of stairs – she needs a little help going up them and refuses to go down (but is happy to be carried down). While in her foster home, Minka will continue to be evaluated to make sure she is in no pain and to set up a protocol for managing her syndrome.
But Minka is not letting her diagnosis get to her! She is a high-energy dog always ready to go out for a walk or a spin in the backyard. Minka’s favorite toys are anything ball-shaped – she loves to make balls bounce by pawing at them on the ground. But when it’s time to take a break, she wants to snuggle right up with her people. Minka is fearful at first and will bark until she knows everything is safe. She is quick to warm up to people – especially if she’s looking for someone to toss a ball for her.
Minka is looking for a family who can give her the support she needs to continue to thrive. She loves routine and attention, and she will need some time to settle in and be comfortable. Minka will return all attention and love threefold – take some time to meet this girl and see it for yourself!
Name: Minka
· Male or female? Female
· Approximate Age: 1 ½ years
· Breed: German Shorthaired Pointer mix
· Weight: 45 pounds
· Any impairments: diagnosed with Wobbler Syndrome
· Potty trained? Yes
· Crate trained? Yes
· Good with other dogs? Yes, with proper intros
· Good with cats? Unknown
· Good with kids? Yes
· Commands known: sit, down, wait, spin, and more
· Needs fenced in yard? Preferred
· Need another dog in the home? No
· Location: Portage, MI
· Energy level (high/med/low)? High
Have you made some resolutions to get more walks in? Or have more joy in your life? Minka will guarantee your success! This young German Shorthaired Pointer mix is a bounding ball of life, always ready to play fetch, run around outside, or try to squeeze herself into your lap.
Minka has been diagnosed with Wobbler Syndrome, a neurological problem affecting the spinal cord. In the case of Minka, her back legs have a funny gait and she can lose her balance easily when she gets excited. She should always be walked on a harness instead of just her collar. Minka is not a fan of stairs – she needs a little help going up them and refuses to go down (but is happy to be carried down). While in her foster home, Minka will continue to be evaluated to make sure she is in no pain and to set up a protocol for managing her syndrome.
But Minka is not letting her diagnosis get to her! She is a high-energy dog always ready to go out for a walk or a spin in the backyard. Minka’s favorite toys are anything ball-shaped – she loves to make balls bounce by pawing at them on the ground. But when it’s time to take a break, she wants to snuggle right up with her people. Minka is fearful at first and will bark until she knows everything is safe. She is quick to warm up to people – especially if she’s looking for someone to toss a ball for her.
Minka is looking for a family who can give her the support she needs to continue to thrive. She loves routine and attention, and she will need some time to settle in and be comfortable. Minka will return all attention and love threefold – take some time to meet this girl and see it for yourself!
