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My basic info
Breed
Chesapeake Bay Retriever/Labrador Retriever
Color
Brown/Chocolate - with White
Age
Young
Size
Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg) (when grown)
Weight
–
Sex
Male
Pet ID
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My details
Good with kids
Good with dogs
Good with cats
Shots current
Spayed / Neutered
Has special needs
My story
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Here's what the humans have to say about me:
Name: Oscar
Age: 1-2 years old
Disability: 3 legged pup
Breed and weight: Pointer Mix 35 pounds
History: Oscar was brought into the kill shelter in Florida after being injured under his prior families care. The injuries were not addressed properly leading to Oscar not using his front leg and atrophy and other problems setting in. When it was determined that he would have long-term problems with this leg, rather than care for him, his family abandoned him with his injuries at a high kill shelter. Several local people got the word out on him. He was so sweet, but frightened and withdrawn at the shelter. PWD was contacted and arrangements were made for transporting Oscar to us, where he would finally receive the care he needed. Oscar’s "freedom ride" from the shelter was one of the saddest pictures I have ever seen. He was curled in a tight little ball with his head hanging down and his ears lying flat, he was so withdrawn and petrified. After being shown just a little bit of love and caring, he came around slowly, and quickly he has come to appreciate that people wanted to help, not hurt him. So happy we said yes!
Many people don’t understand the goodness, innocence and purity they are giving up when relinquishing their family pet to a shelter. And Oscar is a true testament of this. By looking at his picture you can feel his excitement for life with people who finally care about him and respect him. In the morning he zooms around the play yard, with his new buddies on 3 legs! It is so fulfilling, as a rescuer, to witness a total transformation of a dog. Not much more to say, but “WOW” a fantastic dog patiently waiting to share his spirit and spread his exuberant energy with a family that will finally love and appreciate him. His surgery went smoothly and being a young dog his recuperation was quick. A big thank you to Terry and John for orchestrating Oscar’s transport to PWD.
