Meet Aggi!

Not enough good things can be said about this wonderfully sweet, laid back, friendly, loving, cuddly and charming older girl! After having spent her entire life with the same family this little 9 years old, 27 pound pup is, sadly, the victim of a messy divorce and a now broken home. Unwanted by the ex -husband with whom she was originally left, this sweet dog (who adores attention and companionship) was left for long hours on end while he worked. Eventually, her female owner took her in to her apartment only to discover that she is struggling too much both financially and emotionally to give Aggi the time (and insulin) that she needs. Having two dogs, the owner finally determined to keep the less adoptable one in the family and to release loving Aggi to our rescue in the hopes that we can find her a warm, nurturing and loving home for the remainder of her years. We truly believe that this girl could be a dream companion for a family looking to add a quiet and laid back addition on to their family. She is completely housebroken, gets along wonderfully with all people (was raised around young children), is not bothered at all by cats and thoroughly enjoys the companionship of like-minded dogs. Aggi could also make a brilliant first time pet for any family who doesn't really want an 'in-your-face' sort of a dog or the crazy energy of a goofy puppy. While she loves to go along for car rides and enjoys her walks very much, Aggi's default mode is, truly, 'sleep'. This would make her an ideal companion for another older dog or someone who enjoys quiet activities or just would love to share their home with a gentle and sweet girl. Aggi is also extremely friendly with children, although they will need to know how to be gentle with her. She loves sleeping in your bed, resting by your side and will park herself under the kitchen table during dinner in the hopes of getting a bite to eat. We mentioned above that Aggi is on insulin (an injection that she needs to receive before eating twice a day). This is easily done, however, and takes about 2 seconds. Aggi, for her part, doesn't seem to mind it at all. Because of her diabetes, Aggi will also need to remain on a low-carb diet (available from veterinarians) which will help to keep her healthy and her blood sugar regulated. She will require periodic trips to the vet for testing to be sure that her insulin dose is accurate for her needs. Our veterinarian has also let us know that it is possible that Aggi may develop cataracts very quickly and may well be blind within several months. He feels strongly, however, that this situation sounds worse then it is and that (with support in a loving home) this really should not bother her too much. You may also notice in the photos that this lovely lady currently has a small growth on her chest as well as some small sores on her front paws. Our vet believes the sores have been caused by Aggi over-licking the area- a stress reducing behavior that he believes was brought on due to the upheaval in her previous home environment. Happily, since Aggi has been in our foster home we have noticed that she does not lick these much at all anymore and the areas are beginning to heal over very nicely. Her 'growth' has been tested and found to be a non-cancerous cyst. Typically, this is something that would be removed. However, Aggi's current diabetic condition and age makes this surgery risky. In short, our Aggi is just a very sweet companion puppy who, having lost her first family, just needs a very special someone who is willing to open their home (and their heart) to her in her golden years.