My name is Tiny Tim!

Posted 3 days ago | Updated 3 days ago

Cared for by Valley Humane Society

Adoption process

Submit Application

Interview

Meet the Pet

My basic info

Breed

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Color

Brown/Chocolate

Age

Adult

Size

Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less (when grown)

Weight

–

Sex

Male

Pet ID

57450110

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

Tiny Tim was transferred to Valley Humane on 12/12 from Stockton Animal Services. He had been found stray. Tiny Tim is an adult dog (estimated to be between 4 and 7 years old) and weighs 6.3 pounds. He received a dental cleaning on 12/13.

Tiny Tim was diagnosed with grade IV patellar luxation in his left knee and a grade II patellar luxation in his right knee. This condition is common in small and toy breed dogs. In grade I, the patella sometimes moves out of place but returns to its normal position its own. In grade IV, the patella (kneecap) is constantly out of place and does not move back into its normal position. Grades II and III are intermediate in between these. Patellar luxation can cause occasional intermittent to constant lameness. Surgical correction should be considered if the dog shows frequent lameness or pain.

Tiny Tim has possible color dilution alopecia. CDA is primarily caused by genetic factors. Dogs with dilute coat colors possess a recessive gene that results in the dilution of pigments in their coat, skin, and eyes. This genetic alteration can affect the structure and function of the dog`s hair follicles, leading to hair loss and skin problems. Treatment is focused on managing the condition and relieving your dog`s symptoms. Tiny Tim appears to be comfortable at this time so no treatment is needed.

Tiny Tim was diagnosed with a symphyseal separation. This usually occurs secondary to trauma or dental disease. Since the mandibular symphyseal separation does not appear to be bothering him or hindering his ability to eat, no further treatment will be done at this time.

Rescue

Valley Humane Society

Contact info

Pet ID

57450110

Contact

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Phone

(925) 426-8656

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Website

https://www.valleyhumane.org

Address

3670 Nevada Street, Pleasanton, CA 94566

Donation

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Their adoption process

1.
Submit Application

2.
Interview

3.
Meet the Pet

Additional adoption info

Adopters must be at least 21 years of age, or 18 years with a co-adopter age 21+ at the same residence, and provide legal ID showing current address to verify age. Potential adopters should understand that VHS reserves the right to deny any adoption for any reason. We recommend that all adults in the household meet the adoptive animal. Resident dogs must undergo a "meet and greet" with the adoptive animal prior to approval.

Fill out an adoption application (available at VHS) and speak to one of our adoption counselors. Upon approval, additional paperwork will be completed, including adoption agreement. Please allow approximately one hour to complete the full process.

Adoptions are processed on a first come, first served basis; because of this, animals seen on this site may no longer be available by the time you arrive at our adoption center. Likewise, there may be animals in our facility whose pictures haven't made it to the website yet! Feel free to call ahead for information.

CATS:
Our adoption fees for cats are $100 for cats over 5 months of age and $125 for kittens ($200 for a pair), which includes: unconditional love, veterinary examination, spay/neuter surgery, URI/Distemper vaccine, parasite removal, microchip implant, food sample, free vet-check certificate (good within 7 days of adoption), and take-home goody bag.

DOGS:
Our adoption fees for dogs are $200 for dogs over 5 months of age and $250 for puppies, which includes: unconditional love, veterinary examination, spay/neuter surgery, Distemper vaccine combo, rabies vaccine (4 months), parasite removal, microchip implant, food sample, free vet-check certificate (good within 7 days of adoption), and take-home goody bag.

Adoption application

https://valleyhumane.org/adoption/adoption-inquiry-form/

Go meet their pets

Valley Humane conducts adoptions by appointment only. Adopters are asked to submit an online adoption inquiry form. Once received, an adoption counselor will reach out via telephone to conduct an adoption interview. Animals posted to the website are ready to go home and applicants are typically called the same day as the Inquiry Form is received.

If approved, we will schedule an adoption appointment for the applicant and the animal at our facility in Pleasanton.

More about this rescue

Valley Humane Society (VHS) is working to create a brighter future for cats and dogs by encouraging and strengthening the bond between people and pets.

Beyond rescuing and rehabilitating abandoned companion animals, VHS supports and preserves existing pet-guardian relationships through pioneering partnerships with groups like Hope Hospice and Bay Area food banks. VHS Canine Comfort teams share the soothing affections of pets with those who need it most, and our humane education programs for children and scouts champion responsible pet caretaking.

Our vision of a world in which every animal is loved and every person knows the love of an animal can be achieved by continuing to work hand in hand with the community, bringing together compassionate, dedicated people for the good of all. Whether you’d like to adopt an animal, share your passion for pets, or meet like-minded people, VHS is Your Means to a Friend™. We invite you to join us!

VHS is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that receives no government funds, tax dollars, or money from national humane organizations. Our programs and services are available because of the generosity of caring and compassionate private donors.