Ozzy Chihuahua & Shih Tzu Mix Arcadia, FL

IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN ADOPTING THE FIRST STEP IS TO FILL OUT AN ADOPTION APPLICATION ON OUR WEBSITE AT:
https://www.caninecastaways.org/adoption-application

IF A PET IS LISTED THEN THEY ARE AVAILABLE - WE KEEP OUR LISTINGS UP TO DATE AND REMOVE AS SOON AS ADOPTED.

We do require that you have recent verifiable dog/puppy history in order to be considered for adoption

NAME: Ozzy
BREED: see DNA sheet in photos
SEX: male
COLOR: tan
AGE: 3 yrs as of Nov 2023
WEIGHT: 22 lbs


FOSTERED BY:
LOCATED IN: Arcadia


NOTES FROM FOSTER FAMILY:


SEE EMBARK DNA TEST RESULTS IN PHOTO

Once upon a time in a town not far away was born a little golden dog. Most animals have mommy’s and daddy’s to show them the way, but this little golden dog was all alone with no mommy or daddy to call his own. He navigated the cold hard streets with courage on his face but fear in his heart. He learned to be independent and self sufficient as he fought to survive. The humans would shoo him away from garbage cans, not realizing that he meant them no harm. All he wanted was any scrap of leftovers to ease the growling in his stomach.

He wondered how long it had been since he had eaten as he walked the streets alone and starving. When just ahead a glimmer of hope, could it be? A crust of bread in the middle of the path! He ran with all the energy he could muster but then out of nowhere came a cat after this some morsel of food. They fought hard both yearning for this little piece of food to keep them alive another day. Unbeknownst to him a human called in the fight and the next thing he knew, he was being taken away in one of those loud fast things with wheels that he learned to avoid. Hungry cold and scared he barked with all his might wishing they would leave him be, not realizing that this was the beginning to a new start for him. You see he had never been helped before so he didn’t know what help was.

As the humans cleaned him he shivered in fear not knowing what would come next. He was pleasantly surprised when they gave him a name Ozzy and gave him plenty to eat. Still scared but no longer alone he began to settle into this new place. He didn’t really know what to think of the other dogs or people, but he was happy to have a full belly for the first time in a long time.
One day Ozzy got a foster parent and seven other dogs. Still scared, he stayed by himself except when the food came out he was happy for that part.

Ozzy has learned what it means to be a dog and a pet. He’s learned to love and be loved but he’s still scared of new people. He’s come a long way but still plays too rough sometimes so we are hoping he’ll be an only pet somewhere. He has made huge progress but still has some food issues and scavenges for whatever he can find. He’s slow to get to know people but if you have snacks he’s willing to work with you. He’s looking for someone to love that will love him back (and share their food). Will you be his happily ever after?


Ozzy is a active boy that is going to need some love, patience, and training. He does well on a leash and is very food motivated. Will need work with house training. He hasn’t learned to play with toys or other dogs yet. Ozzy does like to be the center of attention and could be best as an only dog.

NOTES ON OZZY:
-no cats
-was picked up as a stray after incident with a cat
-needs continued training to learn doggy manners
-energetic
-prefers the ac to extended outside time
-ok with some dogs but selective - likely best if he is an only dog.


At this time, we will only be able to process applications that have an excellent current vet history. If you haven’t had a pet or verifiable vet history we will not be able to process your application.


If you are interested in adopting please complete our Adoption Application by copying and pasting the following link into your web browser: http://www.caninecastaways.org/adoption-application

For a full list of dogs we currently have for adoption use this link: https://www.caninecastaways.org/adoptable-dogs


MEDICAL INFO:


The following has been or will be done for this puppy at the appropriate age...
- Basic Exam by Veterinarian
- Spayed or Neutered
- Placed on heartworm preventive
- Basic Bloodwork
- Microchipped
- Intestinal Parasite Exam and medication
- Vaccinations
- Placed on flea preventive


ADOPTION DONATION: $300


This adoption donation helps to cover the vet expenses for this puppy including heartworm preventive which is dispensed at the initial vet visit and then goes with the dog at adoption. All vet records will be provided to adopter.

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