X URGENT! Special Needs Pit Bull in Paramus, NJ

Date: Wed, 7 Feb 2007 21:45:16 EST

Crossposted, do not hit reply. For more information, contact Dr. Surman at 201-262-0010

Meet "Chewie." Chewie is a 2-3 year old male Pit Bull rescued from Jersey City. He was found outside with severely ulcerated foot pads on the front and back, with bone and tendon exposed. He was also extremely emaciated and very weak. He has responded very well to treatment, gaining weight, gaining strength, and his feet are improving every day. The back feet are almost healed, and his front feet are improving daily. Because he has completely lost the main pads on his front feet, he will always be sort of a special needs dog. When going outside or on rough surfaces he will need to wear special booties, but other than that these injuries should have no affect on his life. He is an extremely sweet boy who gets along great with people and loves nothing more than attention, or to crawl up on your lap and give hugs. He does not however get along well with other dogs and will need a single pet household, and preferable one with no young children as we are unaware of his temperament with kids. We all think he will make a great pet for the right household that is patient with him and understanding of his special needs.

Chewie has a temporary home at Oradell Animal Hospital under the care of Dr. Sean Surman. A home must be found for Chewie within the next 7 - 10 days otherwise euthanasia will be considered . If you can welcome this affectionate boy into your home, please call Dr. Surman at 201-262-0010.