Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs,
Good with cats,
Needs special attention,
Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Welcome to rescue, Timmy! He doesn't know it yet, but Timmy is beginning a life of love after being released from a commercial breeder. He is adjusting to his new surroundings and foster family. Timmy is very sweet and likes to snuggle! He is learning how to play with toys and be a puppy.
Timmy has a soft spot on his head and is being treated by a doctor. We encourage you to go ahead and apply so Timmy's new family is ready for him when he's ready to move!
Timmy was released into rescue from the breeder due to having "soft spots" in his skull that were not closing. He was seen by a vet, but will need additional testing to determine the cause and treatment. Applications are being accepted, but an adoption will not be completed until a diagnosis and treatment plan has been determined by a veterinarian. We just want potential adopters to be fully aware of his medical condition and able to provide proper care on an ongoing basis as needed.
Facebook post Jan. 5, 2025Muddy Paws was contacted in December to take a 14 week old, 3 pound, morkie puppy from a breeder who was surrendering him due to his having symptoms of hydrocephalus which caused the top of his skull to not finish closing. Along with the request was a picture of an adorable tri colored puppy. Of course we said we would gladly help this pup and quickly made arrangements to do the transport. When Timmy finally came to us he looked absolutely nothing like his picture, so some of our volunteers started lovingly referring to him as Timmy TEMU, because you think you're getting one thing and you end up with something else. But our Timmy could not be any more perfect to us! Timmy soon started behaving like a normal pup and loved playing with the other puppies in the home under the very watchful eye of the foster mom, because any bump to the head could have a serious consequence.Today, Timmy met with a neurologist and all suspicions were confirmed. Timmy has hydrocephalus and possibly other congenital issues. Surgery is not an option and the suggested course of action is to monitor him for changes in behavior or medical decline. Timmy also needs a specially fitted cranial helmet to help protect his brain in the area where 50% of his skull bone is missing. Most of all, Timmy needs a quiet adoptive family with one or two adults who are home most of the time, or who are willing to take him places with them, so he can be monitored for seizures. For if he had one and hit his head, he might not survive. Timmy will also need an adopter who is in the financial position to keep regular appointments with his neurologist to regulate his medication and monitor his condition. Timmy's prognosis is completely unknown. His life expectancy will be determined by his response to medications and his ability to prevent any injuries to his brain. Timmy's story may be heartbreaking, but it's clear to us that right now Timmy is an active puppy, happy, and loving his life. If you are interested in finding out more about Timmy, please go to our website, MuddyPawsSecondChanceRescue.com to fill out an application or contact us to learn more about the adoption process and requirements. Let's help find Timmy his forever home!If you want to help donate to get Timmy his helmet, please visit:PaypalMuddypaws2chancerescue@yahoo.com OrVenmo@MuddyPawsSecondChanceRescueThank you!
The suggested adoption donation for Timmy is $500, which includes a lifetime of free relationship-based training for any behavioral problems (not obedience training). Muddy Paws is a 501c3 non-profit organization meaning that part of your donation MAY be TAX DEDUCTIBLE. We are a 100% volunteer rescue committed to giving animals a second chance at life. All donations go toward that mission. Adoption fees are the primary source of funding for the cost of veterinary care for our animals. In 2022 alone, we provided animal Healthcare totaling over $399,000 covered mainly through adoption fees.
Information about the adoption process: All adoptions require a completed ADOPTION APPLICATION. Once your application has completed our prescreen steps, we will put you in touch with the animal’s foster to see if you and the pet are a good match. If so, we will arrange a meeting for you and the animal. The adoptions for all of our animals will take place in the Omaha, NE area and must be done by the adoptive family in person. We do not ship or deliver.
Please Note: We are a RESCUE, which is different from a shelter. We conduct veterinary and personal reference checks, and a Home Visit (Virtual in some cases) during the application approval process. We always select the right applicant for each animal, based on the animal’s needs. If you and the animal are not a good match, we will help you select another animal, or we will keep your approved application on file for 6 months.
To learn about Muddy Paws Second Chance Rescue or donate to our animals, please visit our website at MuddyPawsSecondChanceRescue.com or our Facebook Page Muddy Paws Second Chance Rescue Inc.
*NOTE: AT THIS TIME TIMMY'S NEUTOLOGIST HAS ADVISED HE NOT GO UNDER ANESTHESIA SO HE WILL NOT BE NEUTERED.
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