Name: Zeus

Age:    3 years

Breed: Husky, 60 pounds 

Sex:  Male (neutered)

Location:  Los Angeles County, CA

 Vet Info:  While Apex Protection Project is a wolfdog rescue, please know that Zeus is a Husky and not a wolfdog.  Zeus is current with vaccinations, but he has not been heartworm tested.  He is neutered.  When he originally came to the rescue, Zeus was quite sick, but after being at the vet's office where he is boarding, Zeus is now in good overall health.   Zeus tested positive for canine herpes virus (CHV).  This could be the cause of his blindness.  For more information, one resource is:  https://pets.webmd.com/dogs/canine-herpes-virus
Dog Info:   Zeus's rescue contact tells us, "This guy is the sweetest, most loving boy who just wants to cuddle and hang out with people.. He has never been skittish or reactive to other dogs or noise; he is a very chill guy.  When I've spent time with him he is nothing but love. According to the vet's office where he is boarding, he loves everyone, not dog reactive, and sweet." 
Zeus is staying at his vet's office in boarding while his rescue works to find placement for him.   He's been there since March when they pulled him from a shelter, saving his life.  Zeus is an indoor dog confined to one area of the office.  He is housebroken and leash trained.  Zeus is an outgoing boy who is good with men and women.  He has no bite history.  Zeus has adapted well to his new situation and surroundings at the vet's office despite being blind.  He does very well there and on a leash. 
 

Name: Sammy

Age:    Adult

Breed: Maltese/Poodle Mix 

Sex:  Male

Location:  Miami, FL

From owner's post at: https://post.rescueme.org/23-04-21-00013

PLEASE READ ENTIRE POST BEFORE CALLING. FOR A RESPONSE PLEASE DON'T EMAIL. PLEASE CALL.  BUT ONLY AFTER READING ALL INFO. NO EMAILS WILL BE RESPONDED TO.  ONLY PHONE CALLS.  I DON'T CHECK EMAILS. All your questions are answered in this narrative.

This is a LONG STORY & not quite sure where to begin. I won't be able to give you all the details here because I am limited to the amount of words that I can put here but if you read everything ' & you think that you might fit the bill after reading what's written here, when we speak, I would love to tell you the story as to how this transpired. I've been doing independent rescue in Miami for over 30 years and although I love every single dog, once in a while one comes along that is a little bit more difficult to have to let go and pulls more at my heart strings. Little Sammy is that one. It's going to be very hard for me to let him go, but I know it's in his best interest, if I happen to find the right match. 

In 2017 I took the first step and said, "My name is Heather and I have a problem.  It's not drugs or alcohol. It is saving dogs. I made a decision that I could not save every dog, although I could try to one at a time. I would not take any more dogs home and I kept my promise, up until now.  In 2021 I was diagnosed with cancer. I am currently on treatment. 

For now let me tell you a couple of things that you should know about this little boy and also let me tell you about a couple of things that I'm going to require if you want to consider him . HE IS GOING TO HAVE TO HAVE ONE EYE REMOVED THE FIRST WEEK OF MAY AND I'M TRYING TO SAVE HIS VISION ON HIS RIGHT EYE. SOMEONE SERIOUSLY NEGLECTED THIS BABY. So please have experience with a blind dog because, there is a good chance he might not have any vision at all. Please have a very strong vet reference stating this. I am only going to adopt him to somebody that I know is emotionally, financially, and physically capable of giving him the love and care he needs. Now I am here to make sure he spends the rest of his years loved and cared for with quality and compassion. I'm not sure of his age since his eyes were so neglected, its hard for the vet to pinpoint. Not sure of his breed either.  I always say 'rescue' is my FAVORITE breed. He would be a great companion to a retired human or couple who just want to love and be loved and have the knowledge, patience, and understanding of his needs. Please don't call to adopt him if you are on a fixed income as little Sammy will need good care and no sacrifices. He is currently living with me, and I am not going to demote him, only promote him. The great news is that he is house trained!! He is good about doing his business outside and another positive even though a male, he does NOT lift his leg. He squats! Short, multiple outings would be best. He does not use pee pee pads, and he is ok in a crate. Although I don't want him to LIVE in a crate, it's best he sleeps in it and is in it when you're not home - for his protection and security. He is still energetic, very loving, and seems to be happy. He needs and craves tons of love. Probably not best for children, due to being blind. He is very loving, loves to be loved. He is also fine with dogs and cats but probably not best to have him in a home with them, since he tends to bump into them, it can be quite agitating to another animal. He must be crated when in a vehicle. He must be taken to the water bowl several times a day, since he can't find it on his own. I really want to keep him but with my diagnosis and other pets in the home, I want to give him the opportunity to find love and not hold him back. My promise to Sammy is to make sure I find him the best forever home as long as that might take me, with one who will love him for the remainder of his life and continue to let me know how wonderful he is doing and allow me to be a part of his journey. He is a well behaved, sweet, dog. He just can't see and needs a lot of guidance, patience and plenty of love and TLC. Sammy will be your best friend. Will you be his? I am looking to find the perfect person/couple that will give him as much as I am, if not more, for the rest of his life. HE IS THE FRIEND YOU ARE LOOKING FOR AND WILL LOVE YOU FOREVER. WILL YOU LOVE HIM? All shots are up to date & he will be adopted with any/all medical records from ophthalmologist and all that has been done for this little guy. He will come to you neutered, microchipped (AND MICROCHIP WILL REMAIN IN MY NAME INDEFINITELY), heartworm negative, on heartworm & flea/tick prevention.  If you adopt him you MUST keep him on both, and up to date with yearly check ups & vaccines, to include visits to ophthalmologist.  A phone interview, home check, vet ref & rehoming fee of $400 will be required to adopt little Sammy. PLEASE DON'T EMAIL. PLEASE CALL Heather 954-534-5606 w/any questions/interest. I HAVE OTHER PHOTOS TO SENDYOU AS WELL ONCE WE CONNECT AND WOULD ENCOURAGE YOU TO MEET HIM W/ME IN PERSON..THANK U SO MUCH FOR YOUR INTEREST IN SAMMY

Name: Jake

Age:    6 years

Breed: Russian Spaniel, overweight 

Sex:  Male

Location:  Brooklyn, NY

https://www.facebook.com/RedHookDogRescue

Name: Bear

Age:    4-6 years

Breed: Labrador Retriever mix, severely underweight but should be a medium dog of about 50# 

Sex:  Male, not neutered

Location:  Davidson County, Tennessee

https://www.facebook.com/HuckabysHopeForPaws  and  https://www.facebook.com/groups/231044418285416

If you are interested in Bear, please contact them as noted above!

VET INFORMATION: Bear is severely emaciated.  He is not neutered or microchipped.  He will require a dental exam and cleaning with possible extraction of teeth.  His front teeth are either worn or missing, but his back teeth look good.  Bear is blind but is being treated for dry eye.  His rescue is working with his veterinarian to see if they can resolve this condition and restore his sight.  Bear recently had blood work done, and it came back good, we are told by his rescue.  We have learned that Bear is heartworm positive and has worms and parasites.  He has begun treatment to rid him of the worms and parasites and to clear the heartworms.  Bear is also continuing his steroid and antibiotic eye ointment.  If Bear has gained enough weight by mid-April, he will be neutered then.

RESCUE INFORMATION: Bear is with Huckaby's Hope For Paws Rescue. They brought him into rescue on 3/19/23 in Alabama and shortly thereafter moved him to a foster home in Tennessee where he will receive the TLC he needs to start the journey back to being a healthy dog. Despite his physical condition, Bear is a friendly boy who wants to be loved. He's been a docile and gentle dog. His foster parent says that he is precious and perfect with a coat that is soft as rabbit fur that hasn't been shedding! Bear's confidence is growing daily, and he's living with eight other dogs in his foster home, getting along with everyone. His foster says he's been amazing. Bear's also been around young puppies with no issue, and his foster guesses that he would be the same with cats, especially with dog-savvy cats. Bear has learned to use the doggie door in the house and is adapting well after a decompression period.