Popular Post jsharr ★ Posted November 9, 2021 Popular Post Share #1 Posted November 9, 2021 Milk Bone and Ice Cream! Welcome Gus! We received a capture request a few days ago from a camper who had seen this dog limping around for days at the campground. He was starving and leery of people. He had been seen around other camper's dogs at the camp ground but continued to hobble back to the same spot every day and after checking around the camper learned that the dog had been hanging around for awhile with no owner in sight. The camper felt the dog had likely been abandoned close by since he continued to return to the same spot day after day. The dog's situation became urgent as the camper was scheduled to leave the area today and couldn't stand the thought of leaving "Gus" behind. After reaching out to us we loaded up our best trap, a rotisserie chicken, some sardines and headed in the camper's direction, 2 hours south of Dallas. The best news is by the time we hit the road, after days of encouragement, the camper had gained the trust of the injured dog and lured him into the RV! So, no need to set the trap. Gus, once caught, though still very timid, was easily transferred to our truck and taken to our vet after first stopping for our famous DSDA introductory pup cup & cheeseburger, which always helps make friends and ease the transition! We immediately checked him for a microchip but none found. He was not neutered and unfortunately heartworm positive. He had a big tear in his left front paw pad which was cleaned, glued, and bandaged. He spent last night at our vet and will be scheduled for neuter soon. We will work on leash training over the next few days before he is brought to his foster home. Please consider donating towards Gus' medical care. After decompressing and neuter he will undergo heartworm treatment. The good news is he is young, under 2 years old, so early in the disease process. We will be providing updates on this sweet boy as he continues to gain confidence and progress to a happy healthy boy! A special thank you goes out to the camper who was determined to help Gus and not leave him behind to live out a miserable existence. #dsdagus #makingadifference #fosteringsaveslives 6 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post jsharr ★ Posted November 23, 2021 Author Popular Post Share #2 Posted November 23, 2021 Gus update Now that we have your attention it's time to update you on Gorgeous Gus!! (BTW-he's yawning!) This once pitiful sad boy found abandon an RV park has made a lot of progress in a few short weeks. He's been neutered and vaccinated. He's learned to walk on a leash, get in and out of the car, go on walks, sit for treats, cuddle, etc!! He's made two new canine friends who have helped show him the ropes of how to be a loved spoiled pooch! Stay tuned for more pupdates on Gus! Unfortunately, Gus is heartworm positive. He'll be undergoing treatment in 3 to 4 weeks then will be ready for adoption. 3 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Razors Edge ★ Posted November 23, 2021 Share #3 Posted November 23, 2021 Go Gus go!!!!! Hoping he gets a great early Xmas present of a warm and loving forever home! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsharr ★ Posted November 23, 2021 Author Share #4 Posted November 23, 2021 15 minutes ago, Razors Edge said: Go Gus go!!!!! Hoping he gets a great early Xmas present of a warm and loving forever home! adopt him then, you moran. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Razors Edge ★ Posted November 23, 2021 Share #5 Posted November 23, 2021 Just now, jsharr said: adopt him then, you moran. I don't need a WOLF in my house!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsharr ★ Posted November 23, 2021 Author Share #6 Posted November 23, 2021 7 minutes ago, Razors Edge said: I need a WOLF in my house!!! I agree. Go adopt Gus. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirby Posted November 23, 2021 Share #7 Posted November 23, 2021 Awww, yay for Gus. Good luck to him with his heartworm treatment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsharr ★ Posted November 23, 2021 Author Share #8 Posted November 23, 2021 2 minutes ago, Kirby said: Awww, yay for Gus. Good luck to him with his heartworm treatment. He will be fine. The majority of these poor critters have heart worm or ticks or mange or something. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JerrySTL ★ Posted November 23, 2021 Share #9 Posted November 23, 2021 Donation sent. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsharr ★ Posted November 23, 2021 Author Share #10 Posted November 23, 2021 8 minutes ago, JerrySTL said: Donation sent. thank you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Road Runner Posted November 23, 2021 Share #11 Posted November 23, 2021 The lab on the show "Mom" is named Gus. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Road Runner Posted November 23, 2021 Share #12 Posted November 23, 2021 BTW, lots of realism in the Mom show set. Notice the air vent at the top of the stairs and how they have dirtied it up to look correct. And the general messiness of the surrounding areas. Looks like a REAL lived in room. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsharr ★ Posted December 9, 2021 Author Share #13 Posted December 9, 2021 Gus is getting the Christmas Spirit 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ralphie ★ Posted December 9, 2021 Share #14 Posted December 9, 2021 Gus is a looker! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MickinMD ★ Posted December 9, 2021 Share #15 Posted December 9, 2021 Great rescue! If he was mistreated by people, you may need to be patient with him. My sister took in a Yorkie-mix young dog about 15 years ago that she named Milo. She got it through her other dog's groomer, who said the dog had been mistreated. He was very scared of people - if you yelled at him, his little body began to shake in terror. When my sister's family would go on vacations, she'd ask me to sleep in her house so the pets wouldn't tear the place up overnight. Her other dog and her two cats knew me well and would climb into bed with me, but Milo would not - even after a couple years at my sister's house. It took a few years, but eventually he grew to trust people. Today, Milo is still around, virtually blind and walking stiffly, but knows how to find food, water, the doggie door to the backyard, etc. and still gets around. Now, he recognizes my voice and rubs up against me when I visit. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsharr ★ Posted December 9, 2021 Author Share #16 Posted December 9, 2021 7 minutes ago, MickinMD said: Great rescue! If he was mistreated by people, you may need to be patient with him. My sister took in a Yorkie-mix young dog about 15 years ago that she named Milo. She got it through her other dog's groomer, who said the dog had been mistreated. He was very scared of people - if you yelled at him, his little body began to shake in terror. When my sister's family would go on vacations, she'd ask me to sleep in her house so the pets wouldn't tear the place up overnight. Her other dog and her two cats knew me well and would climb into bed with me, but Milo would not - even after a couple years at my sister's house. It took a few years, but eventually he grew to trust people. Today, Milo is still around, virtually blind and walking stiffly, but knows how to find food, water, the doggie door to the backyard, etc. and still gets around. Now, he recognizes my voice and rubs up against me when I visit. Our close friends are co founders of this rescue. They have two former ferals living with them. Suzie would not leave her corner of the back yard for the longest time, but will now come in the house and tolerate people. She is still not a cuddly dog, but she sleeps indoors now and will accept the occasional pet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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