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Olaf Chihuahua & Schipperke Mix Raleigh, NC

  • Adult
  • Male
  • Small
  • Black

About

Coat length
Short
Health
Vaccinations up to date, spayed / neutered, special needs.

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Meet Olaf

Olaf

Breed: Schipperke/Chihuahua mix
Gender: Male
DOB: 2 years old
Weight: 9 pounds
Microchipped
Adoption Fee: $225

Sometimes things just don't go well for a dog and that would be the case for Olaf! He broke his right leg last fall and had to have it amputated. Then, this spring, he broke his left leg. His owners waited almost a month to get him help with the leg and, thankfully, our vet was able to save it! Olaf has recovered from surgery and, basically, is doing well.

He mainly walks on his back legs. He can use his front leg for balance and is slowly building muscles in his leg, but we can't say he'll ever use it naturally for walking any long distance. Having said that, we do take him out for short walks to help build his muscles and just so he can have some new experiences. It's going to take a long time for him to get enough muscle tone in his leg, which was immobile for months- if he ever does.

Olaf is looking for an adults-only home with few to no steps. While he can go up steps, he cannot get down them. Additionally, the more steps, should he slip, the further he would fall, thus endangering his bad leg. He can sometimes get himself up onto furniture, but he must never be allowed to jump OFF! He's pretty good about waiting, but don't test it.

We will be seeking an experienced pet owner with an outstanding record of caring for previous dogs. Experience with orthopedic issues would be a plus. A fenced yard is a requirement!

This little guy is sweet as honey and just as mellow as he can be! He's been patient with all the medical care he has needed and has endured what must have been incredible pain without complaint- sadly something many dogs can do.

Olaf is a tough little guy, but that doesn't mean he is indestructible!

Good w/ Other Dogs- He does fine with dogs he knows. Wary of unknown dogs.
Good w/ Cats- Probably
Energy Level- Moderate
Children- Adult home only
Grooming Needs- Low
Walks on Leash- Probably
Special Needs- Yes
Knows basic commands- No
Experienced Home- Required
Good First Time Dog- Experience required
Rides well in car- Yes
Crate Trained- Yes
Low Allergen- No

Adoptive homes within the Raleigh, NC area only.

If you are interested in adopting this pet, please complete our adoption form: http://heartpetrescue.org/?page_id=495.

This dog attends Cary Meet and Greet events! Not all pets in our program attend every event. We do not arrange meetings with our pets, outside Meet and Greet events, without an approved application.

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  • Chihuahua
  • Adult
  • Male