HERCULES (Be sure to read his profile information...)

*** Verifiable large breed experience required. HERCULES is currently almost 140 pounds. We will not consider homes who have not had verifiable experience with giant breeds as a long-time primary caretaker. <br/><br/>This gentle giant arrived after he’d wandered through a resident’s yard. <br/>The condition of his body told us he had lived in a state of neglect for a very long time. <br/><br/>His eyes were so severely infected due to a congenital defect that wasn't resolved by the people who should have taken care of it. Shelter volunteers made sure his eyes were repaired and then took on the task of administering his many medications twice a day. He may be without the pain of constant abrasion, but damage was already sustained to the eyes. <br/><br/>His ears were so infected and swollen, his doctor couldn't see into his ear canal. He couldn't hear, which also added to his discomfort. This will likely be a lifelong struggle for Herc and any new home due to how long it had been allowed to go untreated. Volunteers for the shelter made sure he made it to his appointments for ear treatments. <br/><br/>Then there was the infected wound on his neck. It was determined to be a bite wound and needed a surgical intervention. <br/><br/>There were also the large, thick calluses on his front elbows that had cracked open, seeping pus. His veterinarian was able to see bone underneath. <br/><br/>One paw was very swollen with suspected cellulitis. <br/><br/>Another paw had infected cuts (also oozing pus) between his toes. <br/><br/>We wish we could say these issues were repaired with surgery and medication, but the truth is they will be a lifelong battle. <br/><br/>Despite all he's been through, he’s a well mannered dog with a good temperament. He gives soft kisses you just wouldn’t expect from a dog the size of a young lion. He deserves the best life has to offer, and we intend to find that for him! <br/><br/>How is he with other dogs? Herc gets along with the dogs at the shelter quite well, though he doesn't seem to like dogs his own size. As one of the injuries he arrived with was presumed to be a bite wound that wasn't healing, and then his affected vision, Hercules may see larger dogs as a potential threat. <br/><br/><br/>Where is he at medically? In addition to his physical needs as a very large dog, Herc is a senior who was treated for multiple chronic medical issues that will likely return if not kept up on. His ear and eye issues will require upkeep in the form of a routine monitor by a veterinarian. It's possible he will need eye drops for life. Anyone considering adoption should plan to have him immediately set up with their own veterinarian. <br/><br/>The broken calluses on his elbows took over a month to show improvement and would reverse in the wrong environment. When we met him, the bone underneath was visible. <br/><br/>He's also entering his senior years as a Giant breed, and that brings additional medical responsibilities to keep him healthy and comfortable. <br/><br/>We recommend that any interested homes also research the Boerboel breed prior to applying (as a first step). While he has a gentle nature, he is a powerful dog who could accidentally injure even an adult. Experience is mandatory. <br/><br/><br/>Online Dog Adoption Forms: : https://wacshelter.com/adopt-a-dog/<br/>Website for general questions: www.wacshelter.com<br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wacshelter/<br/>Email: wacvolunteers@gmail.com<br/><br/>** Be sure to check out our FACEBOOK page for day to day updates on our<br/>cats and dogs.<br/><br/>Canine adoption fee includes:<br/>Spay/neuter<br/>Age appropriate vaccinations<br/>Deworming<br/>Flea prevention (if required)<br/>Heartworm screening/monthly prevention<br/><br/>** Volunteer dog walkers work with our dogs 7 days a week. What your adoption fee also includes is beginning housetraining, leash walking and a good understanding of the kind of home each dog would thrive in.<br/>ADOPTION FEE: $ 150<br/><br/>"People who say money can't buy you happiness,<br/>have never paid an adoption fee...."

*** Verifiable large breed experience required. HERCULES is currently almost 140 pounds. We will not consider homes who have not had verifiable experience with giant breeds as a long-time primary caretaker.

This gentle giant arrived after he’d wandered through a resident’s yard.
The condition of his body told us he had lived in a state of neglect for a very long time.

His eyes were so severely infected due to a congenital defect that wasn't resolved by the people who should have taken care of it. Shelter volunteers made sure his eyes were repaired and then took on the task of administering his many medications twice a day. He may be without the pain of constant abrasion, but damage was already sustained to the eyes.

His ears were so infected and swollen, his doctor couldn't see into his ear canal. He couldn't hear, which also added to his discomfort. This will likely be a lifelong struggle for Herc and any new home due to how long it had been allowed to go untreated. Volunteers for the she

*** Verifiable large breed experience required. HERCULES is currently almost 140 pounds. We will not consider homes who have not had verifiable experience with giant breeds as a long-time primary caretaker.

This gentle giant arrived after he’d wandered through a resident’s yard.
The condition of his body told us he had lived in a state of neglect for a very long time.

His eyes were so severely infected due to a congenital defect that wasn't resolved by the people who should have taken care of it. Shelter volunteers made sure his eyes were repaired and then took on the task of administering his many medications twice a day. He may be without the pain of constant abrasion, but damage was already sustained to the eyes.

His ears were so infected and swollen, his doctor couldn't see into his ear canal. He couldn't hear, which also added to his discomfort. This will likely be a lifelong struggle for Herc and any new home due to how long it had been allowed to go untreated. Volunteers for the shelter made sure he made it to his appointments for ear treatments.

Then there was the infected wound on his neck. It was determined to be a bite wound and needed a surgical intervention.

There were also the large, thick calluses on his front elbows that had cracked open, seeping pus. His veterinarian was able to see bone underneath.

One paw was very swollen with suspec