Zoey (Rosie 15-174)

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In addition to LOVE this dog has the following requirements:
Entered Foster Care Fence Kid Friendly Another Dog Cat Friendly
7/26/2015  Not required Yes, all ages Optional Not tested
This is the most recent information available; however, it may change as we learn more about the dog.

I would like to introduce Rosie, a sweet, petite, beautiful girl who was rescued from a reservation in South Dakota on July 23rd. I was on a short rescue mission during that time and was thrilled to learn she was going to be a RAGOM girl, and lucky for me, she did not have a foster, so I got to take her home!

Rosie's owner surrendered her because "her leg just never got better." That is the extent of her history. What a gift they gave Rosie!

When I first met Rosie, she was in a pen at the rescue, a shy little girl whose tail thumped on the floor when I came to sit with her. I had to carry her outside. She was quickly treated for fleas and followed up at the vet the following day for some immunizations and a health certificate to travel to MN. The next day, 2 vans were loaded with dogs (and a few cats) for the long ride to MN.


First time meeting Rosie

A follow-up vet visit last Wednesday revealed dermatitis and secondary skin infection due to flea bites. Antibiotics were started and within 2 days, her skin was much improved. She was negative for heartworm or any parasites. Yeah for Rosie!

Monday, August 3rd, Rosie saw Dr Razz for an evaluation and she was diagnosed with a hip fracture! She had surgery and an FHO procedure which creates a false joint. She was back home with me by 8 pm and she is doing great! It is expected she will have a successful recovery and lead a full life. She will head to her permanent foster in Iowa at the end of the week. Rosie the Rock Star!


Getting some loves after surgery


Ready for breakfast the morning after hip surgery!

What I know about Rosie:

  • Approximate age is 2-3.
  • Weight 34 lbs. (is a bit underweight).
  • She is just a Doll and loves people and dogs.
  • Beyond cute.
  • Has a delightful, happy personality.
  • Bonds quickly and is a little Velcro girl who is coming out of her shell.
  • Kid tested and approved with ages 8 and 11.
  • Has not had a single accident in the house. I was not expecting this!
  • Crates well (always a couple hidden treats in the crate). Will whine a bit at first.
  • Roams about when I am home.
  • Since settling in has gotten into a little mischief... a little pup still left in her, I think.
  • Enjoys chew toys and bones.
  • Loves to eat and has no resource guarding. I just switched feeding in a muffin tin to slow her down a bit.
  • Will not require a fenced yard.
  • Loves dogs, but I don't see this as being a requirement as long as she has some doggy friends in the family or neighborhood.
  • Is learning new sights and sounds... Lawnmowers, vacuums, trains.
  • She will need to heal for a few weeks and then get her spay scheduled before she is ready for her forever family.

At a Glance #15-174

Mixed Breed Born: July 2012
Female 35 lbs

Status: Adopted

Profile

In addition to LOVE this dog has the following requirements:
Entered Foster Care Fence Kid Friendly Another Dog Cat Friendly
7/26/2015  Not required Yes, all ages Optional Not tested
This is the most recent information available; however, it may change as we learn more about the dog.

I would like to introduce Rosie, a sweet, petite, beautiful girl who was rescued from a reservation in South Dakota on July 23rd. I was on a short rescue mission during that time and was thrilled to learn she was going to be a RAGOM girl, and lucky for me, she did not have a foster, so I got to take her home!

Rosie's owner surrendered her because "her leg just never got better." That is the extent of her history. What a gift they gave Rosie!

When I first met Rosie, she was in a pen at the rescue, a shy little girl whose tail thumped on the floor when I came to sit with her. I had to carry her outside. She was quickly treated for fleas and followed up at the vet the following day for some immunizations and a health certificate to travel to MN. The next day, 2 vans were loaded with dogs (and a few cats) for the long ride to MN.


First time meeting Rosie

A follow-up vet visit last Wednesday revealed dermatitis and secondary skin infection due to flea bites. Antibiotics were started and within 2 days, her skin was much improved. She was negative for heartworm or any parasites. Yeah for Rosie!

Monday, August 3rd, Rosie saw Dr Razz for an evaluation and she was diagnosed with a hip fracture! She had surgery and an FHO procedure which creates a false joint. She was back home with me by 8 pm and she is doing great! It is expected she will have a successful recovery and lead a full life. She will head to her permanent foster in Iowa at the end of the week. Rosie the Rock Star!


Getting some loves after surgery


Ready for breakfast the morning after hip surgery!

What I know about Rosie:

  • Approximate age is 2-3.
  • Weight 34 lbs. (is a bit underweight).
  • She is just a Doll and loves people and dogs.
  • Beyond cute.
  • Has a delightful, happy personality.
  • Bonds quickly and is a little Velcro girl who is coming out of her shell.
  • Kid tested and approved with ages 8 and 11.
  • Has not had a single accident in the house. I was not expecting this!
  • Crates well (always a couple hidden treats in the crate). Will whine a bit at first.
  • Roams about when I am home.
  • Since settling in has gotten into a little mischief... a little pup still left in her, I think.
  • Enjoys chew toys and bones.
  • Loves to eat and has no resource guarding. I just switched feeding in a muffin tin to slow her down a bit.
  • Will not require a fenced yard.
  • Loves dogs, but I don't see this as being a requirement as long as she has some doggy friends in the family or neighborhood.
  • Is learning new sights and sounds... Lawnmowers, vacuums, trains.
  • She will need to heal for a few weeks and then get her spay scheduled before she is ready for her forever family.

Updates

Sunday, August 23, 2015

Rosie, now known as Zoey, has been adopted by Deb and Kendal!! She is starting to bear weight on her affected leg and is able to go for walks. She has been spayed and is recovering nicely. Still has some skin issues, but is improving. Guessing in 6 months, we'll see a completely different dog - she will have gained weight and have a full coat. She will now be the official greeter when people come to Deb for a massage! Zoey is a lucky girl to find such a wonderful family, and Deb and Kendal are so lucky to have found such a sweet little girl.

Friday, August 7, 2015

Rosie left today for her next foster family and it was a very emotional goodbye for this foster mom. I fell in love with her from the minute I saw her in that pen at the rescue and am so thankful I had the privilege to love her to pieces for the past two weeks.

She is recovering beautifully from her hip surgery on Monday and tolerated the road trip to Iowa just fine. I talked to her new foster mom tonight and she was getting a tour of her new house, had met the resident dogs and sweet neighbor girls. Her tail was wagging the whole time. Good Girl, Rosie!

Rehab for her hip, weight gain, and her spay are the next order of business for her. Soon, she will have her very own forever family.

Rosie had a very rough start in life. She has hopped on 3 legs for a very long time and lacked basic care, but that didn't stop her gentle spirit, fun personality, and zest for life. Thank you, Sweet Rosie, for the life lessons. I will love you forever!


The first day I arrived at the rescue, a beautiful rainbow stretched across the sky. I now know this was Rosie's Rescue Rainbow.