Missy Terrier Poodle & Terrier Mix Newell, IA

Missy is a five year old gal who has spent most of her life confined inside with an invalid caregiver. After the caregiver's death, Missy was just left alone in the house with an open bag of dog food and a bucket of water. Once in a while she was briefly checked on. By the time she reached the TLC, she had gained so much weight that she could hardly walk, and had developed the obsessive behavior of chewing on herself. Her legs were raw down to the bone and her eyes showed the early stages of cataracts. Little by little, Missy walked: first just a few steps (with help). Now she happily gets her harness on and walks. Because of inactivity for so long, her back legs tremble sometimes, but she is becoming a happy, confident gal.. Missy is a quiet, well-mannered dog who demands little. She LOVES raw baby carrots and has discovered where they are kept, so she gives a few yip, yip sounds and actually dances to get a carrot (or two). She certainly will never win a beauty contest, but she has inner beauty that shines through, and as she gains confidence, she responds to human interaction. She is non aggressive with the other little dogs, and would be a loyal, loving companion for someone willing to show her the attention that she deserves.