My name is Buddy (Photos 5/26/2024)!

Buddy is a sweet 8-1/2 year old male Basset Hound/Shepherd mix who was brought to the HSOV on October 1, 2023 after he was found on State Route 821 in Washington County Ohio. Buddy was not wearing a collar, and he was not microchipped.

This older gentleman has a black-and-brown medium haired coat, a long tail, and an adorable face with hopeful innocent eyes, tan eyebrows, a black button nose, a dusting of white on his muzzle, and large floppy ears.

When we took first photos of Buddy on October 2, 2023 he had noticeable hair loss which was likely from a flea infestation/allergy. He had been examined by a local veterinarian earlier that day who diagnosed him with severe skin allergies and ear infections. Buddy was also diagnosed with a heart murmur and tested positive for Lyme disease. He has undergone treatment/medications and has also finished his Lyme disease antibiotics on November 1st.

Buddy's outlook on life and his physical appearance were very much improved when we took his photos on November 3, 2023. Buddy had a cute smile in most of his photos, and he had a lively bounce in his step as he pranced around in the fallen leaves. Buddy's hair was growing back though it was still a little sparse on his chest and tail .. But he looked 100% better outwardly than when we first met him and he was still the same sweet boy inside (where it really counts).

Buddy went home with a foster family on November 8, 2023 who planned to adopt him, but he was returned on May 19, 2024 because they could no longer give Buddy the care that he needs. The family is rather active and Buddy needs to be taken outside more frequently than they can be there for him.

His foster family reported that Buddy is good with children, cats, and other dogs.

Buddy is being listed as a 'Special Needs' dog since he is partially deaf and blind. Because of his limited vision, he is frightened of loud noises.

These photos of Buddy were taken on May 26, 2024 when HSOV Kennel Tech Emily Beaver accompanied him for updated 'glamour pictures' since he is looking (and feeling) so much better than he was in his previous photos.

Buddy was the perfect gentleman when he strolled around with Emily in the green grass and flashed his famous smile for the camera.

Buddy is currently enjoying his own private "bachelor's pad" and has a private suite in a 'gated community' in the lobby of our shelter. Buddy is often seen snoozing on his blanket-filled Kuranda bed, but quickly awakens to stand at the gate in hopes of petting, good boy treats, or an offer to take a walk in the green grass.

Buddy currently weighs approximately 50 lbs. His coat is beautiful these days and has fully grown back in (except around his neck which still bears the 'scars' of where an old collar must have been embedded around his neck).

This senior citizen deserves THE best home with someone to love and cherish him forever and ever (amen).

UPDATE: Buddy went to a fabulous foster home on June 9, 2024 where he will be loved and cherished 24/7 while he waits for someone special to offer him a permanent home where he can spend his golden years continuing to be pampered to his heart's content. HSOV is accepting adoption applications for Buddy and can arrange a meet-and-greet if you are interested in adopting this sweet soul.