Glory (Little Bear 08-426) [1]

Sponsored by:  Mary and Carl S.

Little Bear is currently being fostered in North Liberty Iowa.  She is a 3 year old intact female who is heartworm positive from a breeder surrender.  She has completed her treatment for heartworm and now we wait to spay when she tests negative for the heartworm.  Her initial physical exam showed no medical issues except the heartworm.  Little Bear looks to be part Golden and part Lab.  She is a beautiful blonde color with a short thick coat, bushy tail, and back leg feathering.  Her right eyelid has a surgical scar either from removing a growth or when eyelids that turn in are corrected.

She is quietly watching me type this update.  She currently has significant issues with being on the leash and has been able to pull out of her collar in the back yard which is very secure with a 6ft. fence so she has remained safe.  She is timid and exhibits characteristics of a puppy mill mama.  Frequently when she approaches you or you approach her the head and body are low to the ground.  I did crate her last night and she made no vocal sound but I heard her try several times to get out and then she settled down and went to sleep.  She has had free roam for about two hours this am and nothing was out of place when I returned.  

Little Bear will remain in foster care until heartworm negative which can take up to 6 months.  While she is here with me and my two golden girls we will work to make sure she is safe, teach her the many positives of being in a home with unconditional love, yet guide her with firm kind training.  Wish her luck.  We have a long way to go.