Soldat - Courtesy Post
Name: Soldat
Age: 6 years
Breed: German Shepherd
A potential adopter (one who was referred by Blind Dog Rescue Alliance) recently came from out of state to SFAS for a meet-and-greet with Soldat and her own dog. She was smitten with Soldat but after several attempts at walking them together on leash it was apparent the dogs were not smitten with each other. The behavior team at SFAS states that he has been “mildly reactive” when he hears other dogs while walking on the trails. We don’t know how he would do with other canine housemates. As with all dogs, best practice when introducing a new canine family member is initial separation, with a very slow, gradual introduction to any resident pets. This is likely even more important with a blind dog, particularly one who has gone through some recent traumatic events like Soldat. And as a reminder, always refer to the 3-3-3 rule for newly adopted dogs:https://www.rescuedogs101.com/bringing-new-dog-home-3-3-3-rule
The shelter is a stressful place for any dog, but particularly one who is blind. Soldat would love to find a new home where he can form a loving bond with someone special. If he is given a little patience, he will quickly learn his way around a new environment and will live a happy, joyful life of a normal dog while giving back a lot of love in return!
https://24Petconnect.com/DetailsMain/SNTF/A047728
Age: 6 years
Breed: German Shepherd
Sex: Male, neutered
Location: Santa Fe, NM
Location: Santa Fe, NM
Soldat’s Story: A sad but heartening tale of adversity and perseverance
This beautiful, lovable boy has overcome a multitude of hardships, and has found himself homeless and back at the Santa Fe Animal Shelter & Humane Society for the second time in two years. And despite being recently diagnosed with blindness, he approaches life as happily as any other dog! At the shelter he loves going for walks, enjoys doing nose work, and adores getting pets and treats! He is looking for a special someone who will appreciate his ability to adapt, and provide a loving, peaceful home.
Soldat first came to the shelter in 2023 after being hit by a car, suffering head trauma, teeth, jaw and pelvic fractures, rendering him unable to walk for some time. He was not claimed by his owner and after receiving treatment from the shelter’s wonderful veterinary team, and a couple months of recovery, he was adopted by a loving owner.
Soldat lived with his adopter for two years and was very well cared for. Unfortunately, another stroke of bad luck hit when Soldat’s owner suddenly passed away, with no other family available to take care of him. A friend of this owner said that he absolutely adored Soldat, had a large fenced-in yard and was with him all the time. Another family friend was able to find a woman she knew to take Soldat in, but then Soldat was diagnosed with blindness and it was more than she could bear. The family friend then contacted Blind Dog Rescue Alliance, a rescue organization dedicated to helping blind/visually impaired dogs.
This beautiful, lovable boy has overcome a multitude of hardships, and has found himself homeless and back at the Santa Fe Animal Shelter & Humane Society for the second time in two years. And despite being recently diagnosed with blindness, he approaches life as happily as any other dog! At the shelter he loves going for walks, enjoys doing nose work, and adores getting pets and treats! He is looking for a special someone who will appreciate his ability to adapt, and provide a loving, peaceful home.
Soldat first came to the shelter in 2023 after being hit by a car, suffering head trauma, teeth, jaw and pelvic fractures, rendering him unable to walk for some time. He was not claimed by his owner and after receiving treatment from the shelter’s wonderful veterinary team, and a couple months of recovery, he was adopted by a loving owner.
Soldat lived with his adopter for two years and was very well cared for. Unfortunately, another stroke of bad luck hit when Soldat’s owner suddenly passed away, with no other family available to take care of him. A friend of this owner said that he absolutely adored Soldat, had a large fenced-in yard and was with him all the time. Another family friend was able to find a woman she knew to take Soldat in, but then Soldat was diagnosed with blindness and it was more than she could bear. The family friend then contacted Blind Dog Rescue Alliance, a rescue organization dedicated to helping blind/visually impaired dogs.
A potential adopter (one who was referred by Blind Dog Rescue Alliance) recently came from out of state to SFAS for a meet-and-greet with Soldat and her own dog. She was smitten with Soldat but after several attempts at walking them together on leash it was apparent the dogs were not smitten with each other. The behavior team at SFAS states that he has been “mildly reactive” when he hears other dogs while walking on the trails. We don’t know how he would do with other canine housemates. As with all dogs, best practice when introducing a new canine family member is initial separation, with a very slow, gradual introduction to any resident pets. This is likely even more important with a blind dog, particularly one who has gone through some recent traumatic events like Soldat. And as a reminder, always refer to the 3-3-3 rule for newly adopted dogs:https://www.rescuedogs101.com/bringing-new-dog-home-3-3-3-rule
The shelter is a stressful place for any dog, but particularly one who is blind. Soldat would love to find a new home where he can form a loving bond with someone special. If he is given a little patience, he will quickly learn his way around a new environment and will live a happy, joyful life of a normal dog while giving back a lot of love in return!
https://24Petconnect.com/DetailsMain/SNTF/A047728
