My name is Leah!

Pretty Little Leah!!!

Leah came to our rescue via another rescue...

The first rescue SAVED Leah and her 8 puppies from a ditch when they were all almost drowning. Unfortunately only 4 pups lived through the ordeal. And then Leah and her babies were in a home where the senior caretaker could not take good care of them. He did not have money either to provide them with enough food nor medical attention. Thus, Leah would end up losing another baby to giardia once they arrived to the rescue house.

Leah and her pups arrived to the A.M.O.R. rescue house underweight. And because one puppy tested positive for giardia (and died from it) then ALL puppies and dogs that came with them needed to be tested, treated, and retested for giardia. It took a month and a few rounds of meds to take care of the giardia. And just when you think you are in the clear and doing better, something else happened...

NOW, they tested positive for coccidia. Even though they initially tested negative, the spores were large enough for it to show up in the test. Thus, ALL pups and dogs had to go through a treatment for coccidia! WHEW!!!!

During this whole time, Leah was THE BEST MOMMA dog EVER!!!! If we gave her special snacks and treats and food, she would literally take it to her babies. She would NOT eat it. And of course, the babies being so hungry would eat and eat and eat! We can't change her momma instincts. So, we provided her with extra yummy food in her kennel all night long. The babies slept in their kennels and were nice and full and happy and she slept in hers with her food where she could eat as much as she liked all night long. Even though you could see she was hungry because she was skin and bones, she was NEVER food aggressive with any any dog or puppy! What a beautiful momma!

Yes, Leah is crate trained. She has NEVER made a mess in her kennel. She is in kennel and ready for bed at 10 pm and sleeps until 8am the next day. She wakes up happy and makes her way to the back door. And just before she exits, she gives you a little tail wag, kiss, and hug. At night, she is a happy girl to sit next to you on the couch for as long as you want. Or maybe go for a walk with this best girl!

We did not spay Leah immediately because her babies were still wanting to nurse. And now she had some milk, so we gave her and her little family time. Once the babies weened themselves, we knew it was time to spay and get Leah all vetted.

Well, that brought to light another hiccup. Leah tested heartworm positive. So, now she needed to be treated for heartworms. Treatment would make her tired and miss out on time with her babies. So, we opted to wait until her babies were all adopted out. She enjoyed her babies so much. She played with them all of the time. The first thing she did every time she was let out of her kennel for play time and potty breaks was to search for her babies and check up on them. She was a sweet, sensitive, and loving momma dog.

But, once her babies were all adopted, Leah was given her heartworm treatment. She endured it like the sweet natured pup that she is. She didn't complain one bit!!!

Leah is now ready to be adopted! She is sweet and loving. She can be shy and timid at times. You know this when she cannot look you in the eyes...even when you are doing baby talk to her. She turns away. But, then all of a sudden, she will look at you and place her head on your shoulder or lap....and now she trusts you completely. And she is ready to give you sweet "THANK YOU" kisses!

Leah is definitely ready to move on to her forever home. She is ready to be a loyal member of your family.

All of Leah's vetting (upon arrival to A.M.O.R.) has been done by my personal dogs' vet. The following is a list of what has been done for Leah.
Spayed
Heartworm tested - Positive
Heartworm Treatment - 2 shots fast kill
2 - DA2PP shots (Distemper, Adenovirus Type 2 (Hepatitis), Parvo, and Parainfluenza)
Bordatella shot
Bordatella booster shot
Rabies shot
Dewormed
Tested, Treated (if needed), and retested for giardia and coccidia
Iverhart heartworm preventative
Simparica fleas and ticks preventative
Chipped

There are two categories of vaccines: “core” vaccines that are recommended for all pets, and “non-core vaccines” which may be recommended by your vet based on lifestyle and exposure risk. The core vaccine for dogs is the Rabies vaccine, which is required by law. The second core vaccine for dogs is often referred to as the DA2PP or DHPP vaccine. This stands for “Distemper, Adenovirus Type 2 (Hepatitis), Parvo, and Parainfluenza”, meaning that this vaccine protects against FOUR different diseases.
It is especially important for puppies to begin a series of DA2PP vaccines at six to eight weeks of age, as natural immunity obtained from the mother decreases and puppies become very susceptible to potentially life-threatening diseases such as Canine Parvovirus (Parvo). Parvo is transmitted through feces and can remain in the environment for at least one month, and up to a year if the conditions are right. This means that puppies do not need to be directly exposed to another dog that has Parvo in order to contract the disease, and caution is advised when choosing where and how to socialize and exercise your pup. We recommend avoiding exposure to unknown dogs or public places until your puppy has finished their vaccine series. BUT, all A.M.O.R. puppies (1 year old and less) have all FOUR shots. They are safe to join you and your family on your outdoor adventures and you can rest at ease.
Non-core vaccines for dogs include Bordetella, Influenza, Leptospirosis and Lyme. The Bordetella (aka: Kennel Cough) help to prevent highly-contagious respiratory diseases, and are essential for dogs that may be exposed to other dogs, especially in group settings such as dog parks, daycare, or boarding facilities. All A.M.O.R. dogs and puppies are given a Bordatella vaccine. Bordatella boosters are given every 6 months.
https://www.thedrakecenter.com/services/dogs/parasites/deworming-dogs
The above link is to provide you information regarding why deworming is so important for all dogs of all ages (and for their families).
All A.M.O.R.s are dewormed upon entering the rescue and then again 5 days before their health certificate visit (when they have been adopted and ready to travel). This dewormer is issued per our vet. And all pets are tested, treated (if needed), and retested for coccidia and giardia.

A.M.O.R. provides you with this information so that you can be aware of the work and love that is given to each pet. Each puppy has visited the vet AT LEAST 5 times during their stay with us. They have seen the vet 4 times for their shots and will see the vet 1-2 more times prior to transport in order to obtain a health certificate for travel. Adult dogs have seen the vet AT LEAST 3 times. Two visits for their shots and 1-2 visits prior to transport in order to obtain a health certificate.

Are you ready for sweet and wonderful Leah??

All animals receive a health certificate (stating that a licensed veterinarian saw the pet and deemed it healthy for travel, but is not a promise of perfect health).
Please email for an A.M.O.R. application in order to be considered.
Please note: this pet is located out of state.