Gretta came to us from Yuma and is believed to be 4-5 years old is around 12 lbs. She had a blind/damaged right eye removed by the shelter and is mostly blind in the left - perhaps sees some light and vague shapes. Gretta is a bit of a persnickety eater until she gets into a routine. She did gain about 1.5 lbs in foster care but could likely still gain another pound. The foster was soaking kibble in broth and putting treats on top which has worked
Despite her vision issues she is amazing on a leash and can go a mile a day now. She loves her walks so will need a home willing and able to continue to provide them. She just needs someone who will keep her safe from running into things.
She’s been very friendly to everyone she’s met. Had really bonded to original foster and is extremely. She will even stay on the bed or the sofa with a “stay” command. She has begun to play with stuffies. Is hesitant about squeakers. Loves to play with your hand, especially if it’s under a blanket. She has an adorable “aggressive squirrel” hop at you when playing on the floor.
Gretta absolutely loves to cuddle. Sleeps all night very quietly in bed. Does not necessarily like to be alone but she can be crated when needed for short periods. She will initially whine but settles down. She has very good hearing. Household noises have not bothered her. She does not startle easily however, the sound of other dogs or people at the front door will cause her to bark short warnings. Also, can smell a dog from an amazing distance and gets super excited – pulling on the harness and running crazy
When encountering other dogs on leash, she was initially on guard and would even growl. Understandable - being blind and tiny. Now she pulls to go meet them, sniffs and has no fear or aggression. I took her to a friend’s house; we did a pack walk and then she was fine with them in the yard with slow introductions and non-in-your-face dogs, she will do well. No testing with cats. Gretta’s been great with young however she is more at risk of being hurt or be a trip hazard with the blindness and fast active kids. She is such a great little girl. Will be a great companion for a person that is home quite a bit or can take her to work and will also walk her apply here >>> https://form.jotform.com/cherishedtails/dog-application
Gretta came to us from Yuma and is believed to be 4-5 years old is around 12 lbs. She had a blind/damaged right eye removed by the shelter and is mostly blind in the left - perhaps sees some light and vague shapes. Gretta is a bit of a persnickety eater until she gets into a routine. She did gain about 1.5 lbs in foster care but could likely still gain another pound. The foster was soaking kibble in broth and putting treats on top which has worked
Despite her vision issues she is amazing on a leash and can go a mile a day now. She loves her walks so will need a home willing and able to continue to provide them. She just needs someone who will keep her safe from running into things.
She’s been very friendly to everyone she’s met. Had really bonded to original foster and is extremely. She will even stay on the bed or the sofa with a “stay” command. She has begun to play with stuffies. Is hesitant about squeakers. Loves to play with your hand, especially if it’s under a blanket. She has an adorable “aggressive squirrel” hop at you when playing on the floor.
Gretta absolutely loves to cuddle. Sleeps all night very quietly in bed. Does not necessarily like to be alone but she can be crated when needed for short periods. She will initially whine but settles down. She has very good hearing. Household noises have not bothered her. She does not startle easily however, the sound of other dogs or people at the front door will cause her to bark short warnings. Also, can smell a dog from an amazing distance and gets super excited – pulling on the harness and running crazy
When encountering other dogs on leash, she was initially on guard and would even growl. Understandable - being blind and tiny. Now she pulls to go meet them, sniffs and has no fear or aggression. I took her to a friend’s house; we did a pack walk and then she was fine with them in the yard with slow introductions and non-in-your-face dogs, she will do well. No testing with cats. Gretta’s been great with young however she is more at risk of being hurt or be a trip hazard with the blindness and fast active kids. She is such a great little girl. Will be a great companion for a person that is home quite a bit or can take her to work and will also walk her apply here >>> https://form.jotform.com/cherishedtails/dog-application
We are currently doing our events at 4 different PetSmart locations (3 in Tucson and 1 in Tempe area) every month. We also participate in special events. Check out our FB page for details on the pets attending!
We are currently doing our events at 4 different PetSmart locations (3 in Tucson and 1 in Tempe area) every month. We also participate in special events. Check out our FB page for details on the pets attending!
More about this rescue
We rescue senior. medical and special needs dogs from the community and shelters to save them from euthanasia. We bring these homeless dogs and cats to our sanctuary, or to live with one of our foster families, where they receive quality care, comfort and dignity. We provide a temporary or permanent home for senior pets for the remainder of their lives, or until they have received all the medical care needed to become adoptable. Our primary goal is to find a permanent loving and compassionate homes for senior pets while they are still experiencing quality of life.
We rescue senior. medical and special needs dogs from the community and shelters to save them from euthanasia. We bring these homeless dogs and cats to our sanctuary, or to live with one of our foster families, where they receive quality care, comfort and dignity. We provide a temporary or permanent home for senior pets for the remainder of their lives, or until they have received all the medical care needed to become adoptable. Our primary goal is to find a permanent loving and compassionate homes for senior pets while they are still experiencing quality of life.
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