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Posted over 3 years ago
| Updated over 3 years ago
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My basic info
Breed
Retriever (Unknown Type)/Labrador Retriever
Color
Black - with Tan, Yellow or Fawn
Age
3 years 11 months old, Puppy
Size
Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)
Weight
30 lbs (current)
Sex
Male
Pet ID
–
My details
Good with kids
Good with dogs
Good with cats
Needs experienced adopter
Shots current
Spayed / Neutered
Housetrained
Has special needs
My story
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Here's what the humans have to say about me:
SEE MEDICAL DISCLAIMER BELOW
Hi I'm Ciabatta! I may have three legs but I'm faster than most the dogs my foster mom brings over to play with me. When people ask me what my favorite things in the world are, dogs are at the top of my list! I live with two kitties and they are great too! Children are the best because they smell like snacks and always want to pet me, the more pets the better! My foster mom takes me all types of places and I love to sniff sniff sniff. In my new home I need other dogs to play with but who will understand when I need to take a break. Having three legs is hard work sometimes! I am a young dog with energy but love to nap on the couch with a toy also. If you are looking for a sweet boy who gives the best kisses, send in an application for me today!
MEDICAL DISCLAIMER:
Ciabatta is a very fun and normal puppy although he does have some medical needs that need to be monitored as he gets older. We took him to a specialist and two vets to make sure we gained as much information as possible before making the decision to amputate his front right leg. Ciabatta was found with wires wrapped around both his front leg and stomach. The wire around his leg caused nerve damage that was causing him pain and didn't allow him to properly lift his right foot. Because of the leg pain and foot trauma, it was ultimately decided that his quality of life will be much better if the leg came off. He will rest when he is tired and will let other dogs know if he has had enough but any potential adopter must monitor play closely as to prevent further injury to his existing front leg.
Regarding Ciabatta's penis- when the wire wrapped around it, it cut a hole and it no longer goes into the sheath. After close observation, the vets agree that doing a surgery would decrease his quality of life as a young dog. The penis structure is intact and he has no issue urinating. Risk of damage to his penis structure is the biggest concern. Potential adopters are advised to watch him closely for signs of straining to pee and when he's playing with other dogs/doing strenuous activities such as hiking. Tall grasses and obstacles he may jump over are a potential risk for damage.