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Brooks needs shoulder surgery. It is not an optional thing. Without it, his shoulders will continue to deteriorate and he will not be able to live. I wish I could explain what his x-rays look like. The closest thing I can describe is like a sea sponge. The bones should be smooth when they move together. With Brooks, they are rough and porous. When he walks, they grind against each other, causing small fragments to chip away and imbed into the muscle tissue. We are working towards raising enough money for the surgery, but it needs to be soon if he is to have the best outcome. Most important is that he have an adoptive home waiting for him after the surgery. A place where he can get attention, rest and therapy he will need. To have the surgery and then come back into rescue with a dozen other dogs around and limited human attention would not give him the best chance at full recovery. |
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Please keep in mind that
adopting a dog that is in rescue is still saving a life, because when we are
'full' we cannot take the next dogs that are going to be euthanized because we
won't have room. Adopting a dog that is not 'urgent' is still saving the
life of one that is. |
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We need good people to foster as well as adopt. |
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Ozark Dogs has been rescuing, vetting and then placing puppies and dogs
since 2003. Our primary rescues are Great Pyrenees, Anatolian Shepherds,
Komondors
and mixes of those although occasionally we will rescue and place other large
breed and livestock guardian dogs. Our goal is to do the very best for the dog or puppy. We
feed quality food along with supplements, spay/neuter, provide immunizations,
test for Heartworm, Ehrlichia & Lymes, and de-worm to insure
current health, socialize and work on basic training & housetraining when needed.
(Other testing or x-rays are done only at adopters specific request). Each adoption application
is carefully reviewed to insure appropriate placement. We strive to match
the fur kid according to the families lifestyle, but the love you have to offer
is paramount. |
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You will find the link to our online adoption application on our website
adoption page and also a link to the adoption agreement you would be asked to
sign if approved. |
Come Visit Us! www.ozarkdogs.orgClick here for online adoption form. or here for adoption agreement |
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Introducing the Ozark Mountain Dog A unique breed that took dozens of generations to develop. The criteria for the standard is simple yet complex. Expert opinions vary, but one thing is for certain, they are desirable because every one is distinctly unique. They come in all shades and combinations of white, yellow, black, brown and rust and all coat lengths and textures. They come in 4 sizes; small, medium, large and extra large. They do not come in extra small. To qualify as an Ozark
Mountain Dog, the dog must: (1) be of mixed heritage. (2)
unidentifiable with any ‘pure’ breeds (3) have been born or
abandoned in the Ozarks and (4) ended up in a shelter or rescue. Where to get one: They are only available through a rescue or shelter located in the Ozark Mountains of North Central Arkansas and South Central Missouri. You may contact Ozark Dogs for a list of qualified sources. How to register one: Certification as an Ozark
Mountain Dog requires 3 documents: A recognizable photo of the dog,
copy of a receipt from a rescue or shelter and a sterilization
certificate. These may be sent to Ozark Dogs along with a donation. If
all criteria standards are met, you will receive a certificate of
membership into the Ozark Mountain Dog Organization baring the photo of
your Ozark Mountain Dog suitable for framing. Every dog loving home should have an |
