Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Needs special attention,
House-trained,
Story
Lily, one of our senior dogs that we have saved from our local shelter due to the overcrowding situation. As you can tell from her photos, she was matted to the skin with urine, feces, small twigs, and a very yellowed dead dewclaw. After working on her for over three hours, we knew she needed professional help and Lori at Cut-N-Strut came to our rescue again! The result is a hairless dog, but Lily was so happy and relieved to be able to move without pain. Initially, we thought she might be pregnant, but it was a massive case of tapeworms. Those were taken care of in the first few days of her care. She does have a medium level heart murmur (which is not uncommon for older little breeds), an umbilical hernia, not sure if spayed (signs of a nursing mother), several growths, in need of a long overdue dental cleaning and bad ear infections. She has started on her heart medication, which she will take for the rest of her life, and the meds to clear up her ear infections. She is scheduled for her surgery soon and may have to have a second one, depending on how she reacts to the anesthesia.it is amazing that such a neglected animal still has so much trust and love! Lily is crate trained, goes to the door when she needs to potty, walks well on a leash and loves car rides! She does well with other dogs her size, but unsure of big dogs and cats. She loves to roam and explore the yard, so would like a fenced in area; but she does potty on a leash, so apartments would work also. Due to her age and calmness, she will be placed in a quiet home where she can receive the love and care that she deserves in her twilight years. If you have a soft spot in your heart for an older dog, visit with Lily. You will fall in love just as we have!