05/11/2023
SPECIAL HOMING APPEAL - We have a very special local homing appeal for our elderly little hound, Alfred. Alfred was found straying by a kind family who recognised immediately that he needed urgent care. It was apparent that Alfred had endured a torturous life perhaps as some sort of a bait dog. It is hard to understand how there is no part of his body unharmed by bites or wounds. He has scars and infections everywhere and his eyelid was ripped off and infected. He was skinny, full of parasites and in pain. Despite this, his tail wagged and he was grateful for every ounce of care. After a month of antibiotics and pain relief, Alfred has had a heart scan to see if we can sedate for a dental and for eye surgery. Sadly his diagnosis of Mitral Valve disease is life limiting and he will be on expensive medication for the rest of his years. Other than that though, Alfred is a rough diamond , a character who will not let any of this get him down. Watching him spin around for food or to go for a walk is a joy. The gratitude in his face for small kindnesses is a pleasure to behold. So, while his needs in life are simple, we need a special home to help him put the horror of his life behind him and make whatever future he has full of love and joy. Alfred will need heart medication and regular check ups and as he is a little wandering beagle, we need an enclosed garden to keep him safe. DAWG will continue to cover his medication if the right home becomes available. In return, this resilient little fella will love, charm and adore you until his last breath. Alfred is fine around cats and hens but best as the only male dog in the home. https://www.dogactionwelfaregroup.ie/adoption-form/
