• Address: Royersford, PA 19468 (map)
• Date Posted: 11/03/09
• Offered by: Shelter

Dalmatian - Medium - Young - Female - Dog - Jolene
Description
Update 8/21/09 Jolene has been here since 8/11. Bloodwork has shown that Jolene is diabetic! (all of her other organ function was right on target though). She also came to me with a mild skin infection and mild urinary tract infection. She has been put on antibiotics for the infections and started 8/19 with twice daily insulin injections (Vetsulin brand). Her blood sugar will be retested in about a week to see if her initial insulin dosage is correct for her. She does not like dogs trying to mount her (she will snap at them) but has not shown any true dog aggression. I have had 8 dogs in my home this week and not one dog fight, not even over food! She is very shy around new people but has not tried to bite anyone, not even the vet or technicians poking, prodding & needle sticking her.She will take a treat from anyone who offers and does well with people who move slowly around her. Only one of my cats will venture downstairs; she has shown no interest in him, nor in the birds or reptiles. She is very good in the house, rides great in the car, and walks nicely on a leash. Anyone looking for pretty dog (has a cute partial mask across one eye) who is calm, quiet and well-mannered should consider Jolene. She will need more veterinary care than other dogs, but canine diabetes can usually be managed very well with consistent meals, daily (or twice daily) simple subcutaneous injections, and regular veterinary visits. There is no reason to believe that Jolene can't live a normal, happy life with a full lifespan! If you can give Jolene her forever home, please fill out an online application. www.whdr.org
Characteristics
Breed: Dalmatian
Age: Young
Size: Medium
Gender: Female
Offered by: Shelter
Petfinder ID: 14064624
additional information
Willing Hearts Dalmatian Rescue | Royersford, PA | 610-948-5898 | dalmatianrescue@comcast.net
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