Adopt a Shih Tzu / Mixed (long coat)
DARWIN (LM) the Dog needs a home
DARWIN IS A SPECIAL NEEDS DOG. You can fill out an application at hopehelpsall.com to see if you qualify for adoption if interested in this special needs angel. Please email Lorraine at [email protected] if you have questions about Darwin.
Darwin is a 5 yr old male Shih Tzu mix whose owner recently passed away. The deceased owner had no family members, so Darwin and his big brother Champ (a 50 lb. Lab mix) was confiscated by Pasco County Animal Services. Both dogs sat in the shelter, when Darwin was pulled first by our rescue Hope Helps All. Champ followed a week later to his foster home.
Darwin is very much a love bug and a lap dog. He loves giving kisses and having his belly rubbed. Darwin will occasionally play with doggie toys and is a very good boy. He is completely housetrained and gets along with other dogs.
The shelter noted no health issues, but his foster mom noticed his wobbly walk. After 2 orthopedic vets and 1 regular vet, they all concluded that Darwin in not a candidate for surgery. His breeding was bad that resulted in several health issues. In his back, there are 2 fused vertebrates and 1 disc slightly out of place. His hips are somewhat deformed causing his rear knees to pop out of place at different times and his front legs are bowed. No surgery can fix what is going on with him. He will be on Carprofen long term. Darwin is currently stable, walking and running but have no idea if his health issues will flare up.
Darwin is neutered, microchipped, up to date on all vaccines including rabies, heartworm negative and free of internal parasites. He is current on heartworm and flea prevention and his adoption donation is $200.
- Animal: Dog
- Breed:
Shih Tzu / Mixed (long coat)
- Size: Small
- Gender: Male
- State: Florida
- Zip/Postal Code: 33625
