 Breed: Rottweiler Sex:Female Age: 4 yrs. Size: Large Weight: 101 lbs Dogs: Medium to Large size male and female Cats: NO she sees them as prey Kids: 12 and older due to her size House trained: she is in my kitchen and sleeps all night no accidents Crate trained: Terrified of closed areas Birds: N/A Livestock: N/A Tricks: she loves Boaer Head Cheese and will sit pretty for it Likes/Dislikes: Likes riding in cars Activity Level: she loves to lounge - she loves to play Magnolia is a four year old spayed UTD on shots Rottweiler with the sweetest deposition I have ever seen. We call her Mags for short. She was pulled from the local shelter where we use to live because the animal control officer called me personally as she thought we could help her. And because everyone at the shelter wanted her to have a chance. She does NOT get along with cats having never been around them and sees them as prey. She was tied up in a field for over a year with very little interaction with anyone other than occasional feedings. Yet she has somehow retained her sweetness and eagerness to please. She loves belly rubs and just sitting beside you for company. She still hesitates coming in the house because of her fear of new places. She loves being outside although at night I make her come in and sleep in the kitchen, it is as far as she will go without becoming distressed. She gets along very well with other dogs and other breeds as I have seven at my house male and female. She is a lovely dog who just wants a pillow and bed to call her own. I would prefer she go to a family with kids 12 and over. A family who has owned Rottweilers before is preferred also.
| We Still Need A Forever Home |  BEN SAYS I have been diagnosed with Pemphigus Foliaceous/Acantholytic Dermatitis and I want all my other canine buddies to know what to tell their parents to look for so I am writing to you all. I have broken, cut foot pads that are thick and peeling. I now know that this is not normal. This condition is hard to find and since we walk on our foot pads the doctor may not notice that your feet have pustules because those get broken when you walk making it hard to diagnose. I was limping so badly that my Mom insisted that the vet look at my feet EVERY time I went in for my allergy shots and that was every 4 days so she was kinda nagging the vet in my opinion - but she was right, he saw what she saw and decided to cut a couple of pieces off my foot pads, I won't sugar coat it guys this didn't feel good but we now know what is making me limp and I get to wear Dad's socks until my stitches come out, that's a special treat. Here is what Mom has found out about my achy feet: Source:
Department of Clinical Sciences, Department of Population Health and Pathobiology Center for Comparative Medicine and Translational Research, College of Veterinary Medicine, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC, USA. Abstract:
Promeris Duo (PD) is a novel topical flea and tick preventative for dogs, which is also licensed for treatment of canine demodicosis. In this article, we present 22 dogs that all developed pemphigus foliaceus (PF)-like cutaneous drug reactions at the site of PD application. In eight dogs, the lesions were restricted to the application site (localized group). Signs of systemic illness were reported in three dogs, and four required immunosuppressive treatment.
© 2011 The Authors. Veterinary Dermatology. © 2011 ESVD and ACVD, Veterinary Dermatology. Symptoms: With pemphigus foliaceus blisters occur all over the body. Skin rashes, pruritis, blisters on face and chest are common. Blisters also develop in the groin, eye, and nose bridge. The blisters burst easily and leave a scar with raw skin, which might again develop newer blisters when pressure is applied. The blisters are itchy and painful and produce a burning sensation. The symptoms could be life threatening if left untreated. Cause: Pemphigus foliaceus is an auto immune disorder. However, it could also be caused by continuous exposure to ultra violet rays and usage of certain drugs like penicillamine, non steroid anti inflammatory drugs etc, herpes simplex virus, long term stress etc. Diagnosis: Normally skin biopsy is done. A round sample of the skin is punched out using a special equipment. Immunological tests are also done to screen for the antibodies produced against desmoglein. we are aware of reports that administration of a topical spot-on product containing metaflumizone and amitraz (ProMeris—Fort Dodge Animal Health) has been associated with pemphigus foliaceus in dogs.
| WE FOUND OUR FOREVER HOME!!! !! HAPPY DOGS !! Adoptions
Completed
June/July/August Miss Annabelle Von Merlot Ben Carmen Cricket Delilah Dino Guinness Honey Isis Jack Jake Lincoln Maxx Micca Miles Mindy Pixie Roxy aka pebbles Smiley Snuggles Sophie Tinkerbell
| | | 9 small dogs
12 Rottweilers
4 Pitt Bulls
4 Perm Fosters
3 Mixes
| Volunteers Needed
for
Doggie Dr. Appts. If you would like to help foster parents with getting their dogs to and from vet appointments please let NCRR know you would like to help. As always foster parents who work can use all the help they can get to see to it their dogs get the medical care they need in order to get them in a forever home. Sometimes Foster parents cannot get away from work to take their foster babies to the vet. This may seem like a minor job but it is crucial to placing these dogs. Just remember you have a precious doggie life in your car - drive accordingly. Thank you for considering this important volunteer duty.
| |  We are happy to report that Gentle Ben, as he was listed on the website, pictured above, was recently adopted to his forever home! Those of you who saw his picture on our website will see the remarkable recovery he has made since being in foster with NCRR. He is a 6 year old Rottweiler who came in as a dog in great need of health care. He was undernourished, had sores on his body, and hardly any hair. His recovery was made possible by the donations we receive, he has been one of our "Big Money" dogs due to his condition and medical care. Ben is mildly heartworm positive which requires treatment and was diagnosed with dust mite allergies requiring an allergy shot regimen. He has been a great ambassador of the breed, traveling to adoption events and putting on his wonderful Rottie smile for everyone. Ben had been in foster care for over 7 months and did not receive much interest until recently when his new adoptive parents contacted his foster home at which point Ben became very popular and had 3 interested parties, including his new adoptive parents. The Rogers were serious about Ben and even after finding out Ben's medical issues there was no question that he was the right dog for their home; he has been happily adopted by them and now lives in the Asheville area with 5 cats and a 12 year old collie and a 12 year old chihuahua. He has a lovely front porch to lounge on and air conditioning to enjoy on hot days (one of Ben's personal requirements). Due to his allergy injection regimen his adoption was delayed for a few weeks and although the Rogers were very anxious to have their new boy home they wanted what was best for Ben even if it meant a delay of his arrival. During the delay his new "mom" created a shopping cart wish list at an online pet store just for Ben and was very diligent about getting their vet in contact with Ben's vet at his foster home so that there would be a seamless transition of his medical care and was in constant contact with Ben's foster home. We hope to give updates on Ben's story and the story of others in the future. Fortunately for Ben he has found his forever home, but many others are in great need of a loving home be sure to check our website for adoptable dogs and check this newsletter for highlights of feature dogs that might be of interest to you so that we can print your "Happy Tails".
|  A Day In The Life of a Foster Parent Guinness shut down when he was moved—put in my car. Perhaps he just couldn’t face the great unknown one more time. Or he thought he was going back to his “original” owners. The ones who most likely potty trained him with a baseball bat. Whatever was going through his mind, he curled up on the seat of my mini car and didn’t move for the three hour drive home. I was glad for the firm grip on the lead as he leapt from the car seat to bolt into the night. He didn’t know where he was going other than away, but away seemed, to him, like a good idea at the time. Now he doesn’t lose sight of me or Ella! He went in the house and immediately tried to hide behind the toilet. Now even as skinny as he is/was, he just didn’t fit. But his head was tucked under the bowl-- good and ostrich style. He had had all the stress one dog could handle for one night, so we left him some food, and called it a night. Sometimes in rescue, you say to yourself, it just doesn’t get any sadder than this, but it does. It just does. Jody said when I picked him up, that he “is very skittish of strangers and cowers if scared, but has never growled or grumbled once" and this has held true at my house. I’ve had to drag him out from his perceived hiding spot on several occasions—by collar or back legs—without a grumble. Heavy footsteps will cause him to cringe, so I’ve learned to walk just a little lighter! Day 1
My husband immediately asked “What did they do to him?” He is still a little mixed up as to how Jody was the one who saved him and started feeding this feral dog—not the one who did this to him. Sorry Jody! The neighbors were afraid of this dog. I cough, he hides, so how scary can he be? Day 2
I was dragging him outside for potty time. He has not messed in the house yet, even when I could only drag him out twice that day. Day 3
He was still stressing every time he saw the leash, but thanks to some Ella therapy, he is
progressing amazingly well. He now leaves the bathroom of his own accord. Where she goes, he follows. He has also done well with mini dog Mindy, also on the NCRR site. He followed Ella into the bedroom the fourth night, and I swear that morning I saw a happy face, not the “expecting to be beaten one” he mostly wears. Ok, some chicken scraps have helped too. He took a dog biscuit from my hand finally, although he still seems afraid to eat in the presence of humans. I have to mostly put his treat on the ground for him to eat it, but Ella is helping with that too. He has been sleeping in our room, no crate, no foul for the last few nights. Every morning I wake up and marvel at how far he has come in such a short week. I’ve even seen a butt wiggle or two—once at meal time he even did a happy dance! This is exciting because the first two days, he wouldn’t even eat in front of me.He has met both of my boys (both other rescue rotties) and has done “pretty” well. They are rather boisterous but once he can walk on all four legs again we will do the walk therapy and I suspect all will be well!
|  Canine Cancer and
Your Dog Unfortunately dogs are vulnerable to a wide variety of cancers. Some early warning signs are: open sores that refuse to heal
unusual lump or swollen area that doesn't go away
mysterious bleeding from the mouth or anus
troubled breathing
difficulty in urinating or defecating
uncharacteristic lethargy
reluctance to exercise
sudden weight loss
These are just a few of the signs that your dog may be harboing a potentially deadly maligancy.
Veterinarians are well aware of these ominous signs, and experts in the field of veterinary oncology have made great progress during the past several decades in diagnosing and treating canine cancer. Just as important, if not more so, is the progress made by dog owners in recognizing the signs of the disease in its earliest stage. The sooner a cancer is diagnosed the better the odds that its progression can be halted and the dog's life spared or at least significantly extended. Owners are key - early detection is really the key. Owners should be on the lookout for the little lumps and bumps or anything else that could be cancerous, and they should have them evaluated by a veterinarian without delay. It has been estimated that cancer is the cause of death in 50% of dogs over the age of 10 years and that 25-30% of all dogs will be stricken with the disease at some point during their lives, regardless of age. These figures are likely to rise since factors such as vaccinations, improved nutrition and advances in routine veterinary care are enabling more dogs to live to an age at which they are more likely to develop cancer. Cornell University Hospital for Animals sees 12-15 dogs with cancer every day - certainly 2,000 at least per year - veterinarians in a cancer specialty practice may treat twice that many. Owners should know that ALL dogs are at risk for one type of cancer or another and that the extent of the risk can depend on such wide-ranging influences as breed, gender, genetic predisposition, diet, reproductive status and exposure to environmental carcinogens. Cancer can affect almost any area of a dog's anatomy, taking the form of either benign tumors - those that are finite and generally incapable of spreading or metastasizing - or malignant tumors, those that can metastasize lethally throughout the body.
The most frequently observed malignant tumors in dogs are those that arise in glandular tissue, certain white blood cells, bone tissue, and the skin. Following are the most common types of cancer according to Dr. McEntee, Professor of Oncology at Cornell University's College of Veterinary Medicine and Board Certified by both the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine and the American College of Veterinary Radiology:
Lymphoma - a malignancy that most commonly affects the peripheral lymph nodes but which can also affect lymphatic tissue throughout the dog's body. Virtually all cases of lymphoma involve the lymph nodes, small bodies of tissue in the neck, groin, belly and other areas of the animal's anatomy. They typical early sign of this type of cancer is a noticeable swelling of the lymph nodes, most often first noticed under the jaw or in the shoulder region. If untreated, the disease will inevitably spread, resulting in a stricken dog's gradual weakening and eventual death.
Skin Cancer - which usually emerges in the form of small growths (neoplasms) that often benign but, in some cases, can spread uncontrollably and invade other tissues and organs. One type of this disease, squamous cell carcinoma, affects the cells in the outer layer of skin; it most often results from prolonged exposure to sunlight. A frequently observed type of skin cancer is one that originates in white blood cells called mast cells. Additional types of skin cancer originate in the sebaceous glands, which secrete wax into a dog's hair follicles and in the hair follicles themselves.
Mammay Gland Cancer - which is most commonly a disease of older, unspayed female dogs. These tumors develop beneath a nipple and can potentially spread to the lymph nodes, the lungs, liver, and other areas of the body. Of all cancers, mammary gland cancer is the most preventable, since it can be avoided by spaying a female dog at an early age.
Oral Cavity Cancer - which can affect the superficial lining of the mouth as well as the bony components of the upper and lower jaw. This disease is marked by malignant tumors involving squamous cells and certain other tissue cells. The early signs of this condition include bleeding from the mouth, foul breath, apparent pain in eating and drinking, and facial deformity. Tumors of the mouth can take the form of persistent sores as well as lumps within the oral cavity.
Other less common canine cancers include:
Osteosarcoma - a malignancy that occurs primarily in the long bones of a dog's fore and hind limbs and occasionally in the skull, spine and pelvis
Testicular cancer - which occurs with some frequency in unneutered male dogs.
Spotting trouble - every dog should undergo routine veterinary examinations that include a thorough search for any signs of cancer.
As a general rule young animals should have a yearly physical but older dogs (older than 8 years) should undergo a physical twice a year.
These exams should include a complete blood count, chemistry panel and urinalysis, x-rays of the thoracic region (the area of the dog's body between the neck and diaphragm), and an abdominal ultrasound. Just as important if not more so is that owners conduct routine exams at home, every few weeks or so - run your hands over your dog's full skin surface, the entire trunk and down the legs; look under the tongue and at the back of the mouth.
If you have an unspayed female thoroughly check her mammary gland chain for any unusual lumps just beneath the surface.
The importance of these routine exams cannot be overstated.
Except in cases of lumphoma, which is typically considered incurable - most canine cancers will be highly amenable to treatment - perhaps totally curable - if spotted by an owner at an early age.
(information gathered and condensed from Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine)
So get out there people and hug and massage your doggies and their feline friends, use this as a good reason to give your dog a massage!!
|  Help NCRR Win $500 The Raleigh and surrounding area Animal Rescue Contest has started
Here are all the rules and step by step instructions on how to vote: *Contest Rules* This is a 30 day contest ends October 21 at noon
where each person is allowed to vote once per day. The rescue that receives the most votes after 30 days
will win a $500 donation.
The 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th place rescues will each win a $100 donation. The contest will end at October 21st at noon
(eastern standard time) All organizations that have been contacted and are on the
list are eligible to participate and win a donation prize! How To Vote: Go to www.facebook.com/CapitalChryslerJeepDodge Login to Facebook Click the "LIKE" button at the top of the page (you only have
to do this the first time you vote) Click the "VOTE FOR CONTEST" link on the left side of the
page. (You may already be on this page) Accept the contest rules, choose your favorite animal rescue
organization, that would be us NCRR, and click the "VOTE NOW" button. Congratulations! You successfully voted!
Now go tell your friends
because the more votes we get
the better chance we have to win! Don't forget to visit the link above and vote every day! ** **
| |  ADOPT ME!! I'M A "NOTTIE" (not a rottie) My Name is: BRANDY Breed: Red Min Pin
Sex: Female
Age: About 1
Size: 14 1/2"
Weight: 118 Lbs
Dogs: Love To Play With Them All
Cats: Plays With Ours
Kids: ?
House Trained: Almost
Crate Trained: Yes
Birds: ?
Livestock: ?
Tricks:
Likes/Dislikes: Loves To Play And Eat Cookies
Activity Level: Very Very Active
Notes: She Loves To Be Around People , Play With Toys And Eat Cookies
Doesn't this little girl sound like fun? She's a playing machine. She has been in foster care looking and waiting for her forever home way too long, please consider adding this little girl to your family. Adopting will allow foster homes to bring in another needy dog. You can see that the Tricks field is empty right now - wouldn't it be great to take the time to teach her what she needs to learn and fill in that blank slot with lots of fun activities for her? Check her out and if you still feel you need to continue looking be sure to go to our website for more Rotties and Notties who would love to have their own home.
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