Entered: 09/27/2010
Status: Adopted
Age: 10
Color: Liver/White
Weight:
Gender: Altered Male
Location: Goochland, VA
Health: UTD, HW-, Lyme treatment complete, treatment for infection in both ears complete
Temperament: Good with people as young as 10, good with other dogs, cats unknown
Original:
When their original family had an unexpected baby, Beau 8 and Abbey 9 were relinquished to MAESSR. When the baby started crawling at 7 months of age, the family was very concerned because Beau was stiff in his hips and could get grumpy if accidentally fallen over or stepped on. The main worry was as the baby got more active he might fall over Beau who might snap and hurt the child. The extremely difficult decision was made to place her with MAESSR.
Beau has one great, goofy Springer temperament and is very affectionate and cuddly. He loves to crawl in bed with his foster parents and see just how much he can touch both of them while he sleeps. Beau has great house manners and is housetrained. As a result, he is trusted with free roam of the house when his foster family is away. He also loves to ride in the car as long as it is not a trip to the vet! When it is time for bathing and grooming, Beau is very cooperative. He loves to be groomed and touched!
Beau does not walk well on a leash, but he absolutely loves being outside. He will stay out for hours with you while you work in the yard. If there is a swimming pool, stream, or beach near his forever home, Beau would be thrilled since one of his favorite outdoor activities is swimming. If no water is around, Beau is perfectly happy with a ball which he loves to toss around and play with.
His foster family has noticed that Beau is a little stiff in his hips, so he has been started on a medication that has already made a big difference. He tested Lyme+ when he went to the vet for a check up and he is now receiving medication for this condition. Also, Beau’s ears are now being treated for infections. Overall, he is a healthy Springer!
This is one happy loving boy! Make Beau part of your family!