| Weight: 15 lbs |
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Medical condition: Incontinent, Upper Respiratory Infection |
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Special needs: A loving home willing to tend to his needs |
Description: My name is Dickson. I’ve had a very tough time in life recently. My foster mom rescued me from a very horrible shelter in San Bernardino County. It was crowded, dirty, cold and smelled awful. I was in a kennel with 6 or 7 other dogs and they ate most of my food. I was sick, injured and terrified. I trembled in fear constantly. When she got me I stunk of infection and filth. I now see my foster mom as my hero and I’m very afraid for her to leave. I’m okay if the other dogs are with me, but left all alone I tremble and cower until my foster mom comes back for me. I am learning that my people come back and I will never be abandoned and afraid or abused again, but it will take time.
I am a mature fellow, between 7 and 9 years old. I weigh about 15 lbs. At some point in my life I was injured and it caused me problems with my back and jaw. I get around just fine; I just don’t walk like everyone else does. My rear legs have some weakness and I’d rather live in a home with no stairs because I will follow you everywhere. I cannot handle larger dogs, young children or playful pups; they might hurt my old back injury unintentionally. I have an adorable tongue which always hangs out of my mouth and makes it a little hard for me to eat. I eat best from a plate instead of a bowl and sometimes I’m a little messy, but I love the food I get and my foster mom is working to get me from scrawny and starving to stunning!!
I have another little problem that I’m embarrassed to talk about. Since I hurt my back, I have a tough time holding my pee and poo. I can only feel that I’m going to go a few seconds before it happens. I try REALLY HARD to get outside, but sometimes I leave a little trail on my way out the door. I feel so ashamed…..my foster mom is working with me and is going to give me physical therapy and maybe even chiropractic therapy to see if she can help me hold it longer and use my legs better. I’m so glad to have this help. But I might need a family who is understanding and lets me use potty pads or keeps a door open for me. It’s not my fault, and I try really hard to get out in time.
I love to sleep on the bed with my foster parents and the other dogs. I have never had an accident in bed. I enjoy cuddling and being held tightly so I feel secure. I will follow you everywhere with my big, sweet eyes always on yours and my little tail wagging slowly. I love to play with balls and soft toys and my favorite game is tug-o-war. I’m alert, happy and interested in everything that happens. I love all the people I meet and enjoy my puggy brothers and sisters as long as they don’t get too close when it’s time for attention or food. My foster mom is trying to teach me that the other dogs won’t hurt me or steal my food and I’m making progress.
When I’m all well and not afraid I would love to have my own family to love forever. I know I will need special people who will take time and be dedicated to my care….but I will be a special boy in return and will return all of your love and dedication many times over. Please think about letting me into your heart.
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