| Destiny
is a 1 y/o black female purebred Labrador. Destiny was selected to be
a Urban Search and Rescue Dog because she possesses the behavior that
is a rare find in dogs to perform this kind of work. Unfortunately,
Destiny was returned to us 2 months later because it was discovered on
her hip x-rays that she has mild left hip dysplasia. Because of this,
she cannot be a working dog where a lot of strenuous climbing and
exercise is required to perform as a search and rescue dog. It was
determined upon orthopedic examination that she CAN BE a wonderful pet
while being maintained on Glucosamine and a Buffered Doggie Aspirin
and by avoiding any excessive weight gain. Both the Glucosamine
(purchased at a discount warehoue) and Buffered Asaprin are very
inexpensive.
A passive exercise, like swimming,
can also be beneficial for dog with hip dysplasia.
Hip Dysplasia can be a common
finding in dogs and cats and can be managed medically, delaying or
avoiding any surgical intervention. Please
read about Canine Hip Dysplasia at http://www.spinone.com/hipdysplasia.htm
Destiny is an extremely playful and
an enthusiastic dog. She does not present with any limitations and can
do what most pet Labs can do. She should probably be an only dog so
that she can do all her playing with her human friends. Destiny could
benefit by training as any young Lab would require.
A beautiful girl that needs a good
home as a wonderful pet.
Adopted, September 2002. |
