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 We adopted “sparky” but changed his name to Henry...he’s a wonderful addition to our family! We love him so much already! Perfect older gentleman that is sweet as he could be! Suzanne Steimel
 Sanson is doing amazing. He breaks out of his shyness now and again. Tail has wagged alot today. We couldn't be any happier, he's such a sweetheart! 
 Hello, I wanted to give you an update to our adoption.
One week after adoption Sheriff Roscoe, he developed a cough. Because, during the day of the adoption event, the volunteer that helped me had repeatedly said that there was a strong chance he was exposed to kennel cough, I took him to Banfield Hospital. They prescribed an antibiotic. Within two days, Sheriff Roscoe (who we renamed Atticus since he didn't know the name he came with) was unable to move on his own.
I quickly took him to Midwestern University's Companion Animal Clinic Emergency Room. He was tested and did not have kennel cough. Instead he had full blown pneumonia. He was kept overnight and I took him back the following day, with three new antibiotics that I administered twice daily for the next 14 days. Atticus was too weak to eat or drink on his own so I fed and watered him by syringe every 4 hours. His conditioned worsened and his lung functions were diminished. I then had to administer regular breathing treatments (albuterol and saline) as well as oxygen. His medical costs for both hospitals and care were $1,200.
By the 12th day, he went to the kitchen on his own and wanted to eat on his own.
It took another two weeks to relieve all the congestion from his lungs and to build his strength back. There were two times I truly believed he wasn't going to make it because he was so unresponsive....but he did. He's back to his walks, which he loves so much, and has made him a big part of our family and his extended dog family which consists of a pug (Loopie) and french bulldog (Honey Bear). He has learned his new name, how to walk up his stairs to allow him to get in to my mom's bed as well as when it is time to go out, out for a walk and when it is time for bed.
There was a young family when I went to adopt him that chose not to when they heard my reason for wanting to adopt him for my mother to have as a companion. I wish I had gotten their names. He is the perfect fit for her...they spend their days together and he sleeps either in his bed by her chair or in her lap soaking up all the attention she gives him.
We think of his previous family all the time...especially when he was sick...and now, with him bringing us so much happiness. We can't imagine having to surrender a dog as sweet as he and wish there was some way they could know his story after they had to give him up so they know he survived, is loved and is thriving. I know he was very depressed in the beginning and I am sure mourned the loss of his previous family. If you are able to share with them he is well, loved and well cared for, we would greatly appreciate it.
All of our dogs that we have ever had have been rescue dogs. We hope to have Atticus with us a long long time but may consider adopting again to give another dog a forever home.
 Daisy (Sasha) is happy as a clam. Knows how to use doggy door now. Does her duty outside and is sweet as can be. We’re delighted with her. Fotos to come later! Thanks Click a letter to find an animal or view all.
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