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4/06/14 Bruno is
feeling much better. He is now a happy and energetic boy.
Bruno's diagnosis is not Parvo, as initially suspected. He has a
condition called Congenital Hypothyroidism, which is a rare and
underdiagnosed congenital endocrine disorder. This disorder may cause
a wide range of clinical signs, depending upon the primary defect, which
affects the production of the thyroid hormones. Hallmark clinical
signs are mental impairment and skeletal developmental abnormalities,
resulting in disproportionate dwarfism. What this means is that
Bruno's bones have not fully developed, nor have his teeth. At 10-12
months old, he has the teeth of a 2-3 month old pup. In addition to
the physical issues, Bruno has not been socialized much. He will need
to be on twice daily medication for the rest of his life, just like any
other thyroid deficient dog. Bruno was released from the vet hospital
today, and has found a special foster home to care for him. Updates
will be posted as he settles in. Included are a few new pictures from
his transport today.
4/03/14 -
Bruno was surrendered to the shelter on Tuesday. The owner
indicated that his vet had no idea what was wrong with Bruno, so the owner
left him at the shelter. Bruno had to be rushed to the emergency
hospital. He tested negative for Parvo, but is showing all the signs
and symptoms. Since they can sometimes initially test negative and
then a few days later, test positive, he is being treated as a Parvo case at
this time.
Bruno's bloodwork is showing a decrease in white blood cells. He is
also vomiting, has diarrhea, and is dehydrated. Bruno is being started
on IV fluids, antibiotics, nausea medication, and pain medication. He will
be moved to the isolation area to recover for at least 4-5 days. Bruno
will be on fluids and supportive care during this time.
Once Bruno is released, we will need a foster home for him. At this
time, since we do not have a definitive diagnosis, we are looking for either
a home with no other dogs or possibly with an adult dog who is current on
all vaccines. The estimate for Bruno's vet bills is $2,000-3,000.
Please consider making a donation towards Bruno's care. We will update
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If you are interested in adopting this dog, please first read our Adoption Procedure,
by clicking on the link at the top of this page,
then fill out an
online application.
Boxers and Applicants
are not matched on a first come, first served basis.
Not all applications are approved. On average, it takes
between a week and 3 months to adopt a Rescue Boxer to an
approved applicant, depending
on your personal circumstances and flexibility.
Not every home is
the right match for a boxer, and matching Boxers suitable for placement
with younger children, other dogs, cats, and special
needs, yours and theirs, increases the application review
time and adoption time.
And yes, we
realize that the Boxer you may have your heart set on, may be adopted
before you're approved. Should your first choices all ready
found their forever home, we want you to advise
us at your home visit of other dogs you are interested... Or let
us suggest a few that we feel will match your home.
That is what we are good at. And be happy for the
ones that have been placed... and know that there are way too many
fantastic dogs waiting in their place.
Our non-profit organization is wholly comprised of hard-working volunteers whose only reward is seeing our wonderful
Boxers placed in loving, permanent homes and given another chance for a happy life. Our process may seem slow, but if you are patient, we will try to provide you with a devoted, loving companion - a
Boxer.
We hope you feel that
the right Boxer is worth waiting for.
Adoptions Fee: Please see our adoption info by clicking on the
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