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https://www.petfinder.com/dog/willard-69965316/fl/osteen/lil-rascals-dog-rescue-fl1546/ wrote: Willard
Treeing Walker Coonhound Mix Osteen, FL
Adult Male Large
About
Health
Vaccinations up to date, spayed / neutered, special needs.
Good in a home with
Other dogs, cats, children.
Meet Willard
Apply to Adopt Me!
Willard is an almost 5-year-old Walker Hound mix that weighs 52 pounds. When Willard came to Lil Rascals almost one year ago, he was paralyzed in his back legs, had infected sores and wounds, an untreated UTI, and was emaciated, weighing less than 40 lbs. His owners at the time said he had sudden onset paralysis 5 months prior, took him to UF where surgery was performed on his spine. The surgery did not help him, so his owners rightfully began taking him to rehab. But they soon abandoned rehab for him because they no longer had the time and he sadly reverted to where he was.
Lil Rascals got him back into rehab right away, where he had to start all over with therapy, this time weekly. He has not only gained strength, muscle mass and mobility, but he has also gotten joy back in his life. He now has a cart which has given him mobility again. He is a sweet boy that always wants to be near his person. He loves taking naps under the desk while his foster moms work. He lets you know when he has to go out with a distinct vocal bark. He is incontinent and has accidents so he wears a belly band. His favorite thing is going outside with his "wheels!" He can go anywhere in his wheels and loves to go on walks and even runs sometimes. He attempts to bear weight on his back legs but he can not use them to walk.
Willard enjoys car rides and meeting new people. He's been around multiple cats and both small and medium-sized dogs and gets along great with them. He's always ready to eat and takes daily probiotics. He enjoys busy bones like yak chews and bully sticks. He currently takes medication but the vet has been decreasing those. He loves hugs and attention but is also content to lie on his bed beside you and nap.
Willard needs a family who will love and spoil him but be sympathetic to his special needs. He will need to continue to attend weekly rehab therapy so he doesn't decline, but he is definitely making progress. He needs a home without a pool or stairs, and a home where someone can be home with him most of the time. If you think you can give this special boy a special home, please complete Willard's app and tell us more about your family.
info@lilrascalsrescue.org