Linus
Jack Russell Terrier
On Medical Hold
Linus does demand respect from dogs by growling when they, literally, get their face close to his. He has never bitten, just a growl.
He may be part billy goat the way he can climb and scale gates. For a while he preferred to sleep on top of his open crate rather than inside. He would not settle for being separated in order to get used to his foster home so since his foster siblings are experienced with fosters coming and going and he could scale the gate, he integrated into his foster home very fast and fortunately did well.
Linus is an escape artist and cannot be trusted in his fenced in yard without being on a leash. He heads right toward the slatted gate to try to get through, which he can still do until he puts on a little more weight.
He has gained over 2 pounds but still needs to gain more. He loves to be outside and is very good at trying to scoot out open doors.
This is how he got away from his first family to be found by animal control.
Linus does very well with pottying outside but he doesn't always have the opportunity to go out because of his drive to get out of the fence. It is anticipated that he will quickly regain his potty skills. He even goes to the door to wait to have a leash put on when she is not at work.
Linus has some health issues that we are still trying to figure out. He came to his foster home with severe skin issues and swollen paw pads. There have been huge improvements with his skin inflammation but we are now waiting for the results of a recent allergy testing. His fur has started growing back nicely but he needs to wear a shirt at all times to protect his body when he scratches. He gets a medicated bath about once every 4-5 days and is on a limited ingredient food and homemade bone broth which is very healthy. He is currently on 2 medications.
This is how he got away from his first family to be found by animal control.
Linus does very well with pottying outside but he doesn't always have the opportunity to go out because of his drive to get out of the fence. It is anticipated that he will quickly regain his potty skills. He even goes to the door to wait to have a leash put on when she is not at work.
Linus has some health issues that we are still trying to figure out. He came to his foster home with severe skin issues and swollen paw pads. There have been huge improvements with his skin inflammation but we are now waiting for the results of a recent allergy testing. His fur has started growing back nicely but he needs to wear a shirt at all times to protect his body when he scratches. He gets a medicated bath about once every 4-5 days and is on a limited ingredient food and homemade bone broth which is very healthy. He is currently on 2 medications.
He has also had issues that seem to be in his sinuses that cause him to have discharge from one nostril. A dental issue has not yet been ruled out. He refuses to let the vet (not his favorite person) take a good look at his teeth .
Linus will be on medical hold until we have more definitive answers to his conditions but please know that he is a very sweet and fairly young boy of 4-5 years, with no vision issues, who would make an amazing companion. He would do well in a home with or without other animals but needs a home with a family who can be very vigilant to make sure that he does not run out the door, climb over, under or through barriers to escape the safety of his home and property.
Please know that you can still put an application in for Linus and when his medical conditions are under control, he can be yours following our adoption process!
Linus will be on medical hold until we have more definitive answers to his conditions but please know that he is a very sweet and fairly young boy of 4-5 years, with no vision issues, who would make an amazing companion. He would do well in a home with or without other animals but needs a home with a family who can be very vigilant to make sure that he does not run out the door, climb over, under or through barriers to escape the safety of his home and property.
Please know that you can still put an application in for Linus and when his medical conditions are under control, he can be yours following our adoption process!
About me
Sex: Male
Spayed/Neutered: Yes
Breed: Jack Russell Terrier
Mixed Breed: Yes
Age: Adult
Date of Birth: 01/11/2022
Weight: 15 lbs.
Size when grown: Small
House trained: Yes
Good with other dogs: Yes
Good with cats: Yes
Good with children: Yes
health information
Heartworm Test: Negative
Vision: Fully sighted, no vision issues
Vet Findings: Linus initially had a severe infection in both of his eyes but he has made a full recovery from that!
Currently waiting on results of allergy testing and may need a dental to determine if there is an infection leading into his sinus cavity.Linus has angry skin and currently needs a medicated bath every 4-5 days to help exfoliate and treat his skin inflammation. His hair has begun to grow in very nicely since he arrived at his foster home.
location
Currently fostered in Lock Haven, PA
Transportation is available.
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