Introducing....

[dnrs]

our new addition - Clinton!! We adopted him through Amy and K9 Lifeline Rescue. Many, many thanks to Amy for everything she did for Clinton, us, and the world of rescue - she is amazing!

http://i103.photobucket.com/albums/m152/dls12004/Clinton2.jpg

Clinton is 12 yrs old, an owner surrender who could no longer be cared for. He was turned in to Wisconsin Humane Society 3 days before his 12th birthday. He is special needs and couldn't be placed on the adoption floor; so Amy took off for Milwaukee and got him! He has a grade 4 heart murmur. I don't know what that means yet, but will be making an appt with a holistic vet today. I talked with his office on Thursday and can call this morning to get his evaluation appt set up for Monday (hopefully). He had a few "bumps" removed when he came into rescue and Amy got to take his stitches out Thursday. She did a terrific job.

He seems to be settling in just fine. We don't know all his signals yet, but we're taking everything slowly (he is 12 after all) right now. I'm sure I'll be updating as I learn more.

[Irminsul]

Awww! Bless your heart for taking him in. He looks like a cutie! I hope you get to enjoy his company for a long time!:hug2:

[Kaiser's Mom]

What a handsome face!! That face would just melt my heart. How wonderful you are to take him, I hope that he will be with you a long time!!

[Frzframe]

You are so awesome for adopting a senior! :bighug: I know most people shy away from them in favor of the young ones because they are scared the ones up in years won't be around for much longer. They don't know what they're missing out on though. :hearts:

Clinton is a sweet little guy. Congrats to you and your family on the new addition. :)

[Rusty's mom]

Congratulations:cheer: :banana02: He's so sweet looking and I'm so glad that he found his way to his new forever home. We adopted our Holly when she was almost 7 and she'll be 11 this Nov. She still has lots of energy and was chasing a cat down the alley this morning - first time ever!!! I love the seniors - they are the greatest furkids ever!!!

kathy

[FourOrchards]

:congrats:
Clinton looks like he's got so much love to give! :hearts:
Bless you for adopting him. I know you will have so much fun together! :hug2:

[Schatz's Mom]

Awww look at that handsome face! Congrats on your new addition! :thanx: for giving Clinton the love he so deserves!

[LUVMYGUNNER]

What a handsome fella--I LOVE YOU FOR WHAT YOU HAVE DONE FOR THIS LITTLE GUY. You will be rewarded with puppy kisses and love from him. Holistic is the way to go--he will have a great home for his senior years.

THANKS:hug2: :hug2:

[Dlltaps]

They say pets find their owners, not the other way around. I am totally convinced of this seeing the picture of Clinton and hearing the story. Best of luck to the both of you. You are a wonderful person. :hug2: :angel: :hearts:

[oti'smom]

Clinton is quite the distinguished gentleman! I am so happy that you are doing this for him. :hearts: Keep us updated on his progress. Congrats!

[oscarforevermom]

What a beautiul frosty face. :puppyluv:

Bless you for giving this little one a wonderful life to live out his senior years in a loving Forever Home!! :hearts:

Prayers & the best of luck for him to have a long & wonderful life with you.

[Camilla]

Clinton is such a handsome guy!!! Congratulations on your new addition!!! :) :) :D

[Paul Coover]

Thank you for taking in Clinton, and thank you to Amy for, well, yet another great job!

Heart murmurs are usually not very serious. They come in 6 different grades. Grades 1-2 are very mild, and a grade of 1-2 usually means that a few people listen for the murmur, but not everyone can agree that it actually exists.

A grade 3 is usually a consensus agreement that there is a murmur. Our Riley has a grade 3 murmur.

Grade 4-5 are usually a little more serious. Our vet said to us that at 4-5 medication may be necessary.

Grade 6 is the most serious, of course. This generally is not good for the dog. I have heard that at a grade 6, the dog can live well with an implanted pacemaker/defibrillator. This particularly interested me, because my wife has one for her heart condition.

The most important thing is that at a grade 4, he is still OK. You may want to ask the vet about medication, but his age may change the decision as well. Good luck with Clinton!

[SirOliversMom]

Just look at that beautiful frosted face!!!!

CONGRATULATIONS!!!!! You are so wonderful for adopting a senior!!!!

Sending TONS of settling in happy :rayz: :rayz: :rayz:

[LUVMYGUNNER]

With good food, vitamins and a loving home this little guy could live to be 20. He looks good.

[MomToMazzy&More]

What an :angel: you are for giving this senior fella a wonderful new home. He is a very lucky guy & I'm sure you feel very lucky to have him.:hug2:

[aburgstede]

We miss Clinton! :wavesmile:

We couldn't be happier with the home he went to! We know he's gettin' spoiled to death, belly rubbin, cuddlin' under blankies, the whole bit!

Debbie and Russ had a sparklin' vet reference, the best I have ever, ever had in all the vet checks I have ever done...seriously!! :D They really know their dachsie stuff and I know Clinton will have a happy life with them!

:cheer: We're very happy for Clinton! And, of course, for you and Russ, too! ;)

[LUVMYGUNNER]

I hope you will stay here as a member and when I read this early this morn it brought tears to my eyes. What a great new beginning for this little guy.

[Heidi's Pam]

reading about Clint and his welcome into your family. This guy is going to have a wonderful life ahead of him and thank you for giving him that chance. :cheer: :cheer: :cheer: I'm really looking forward to hearing more about Clint - please let us know the results of the vet exam on Monday. You and Amy are truly :angel: :angel:

[fdcutee]

:wavesmile: Clinton!! What a handsome guy.... I bet you're really enjoying him already. :hug2:

[Julian&MistyMom]

Congratulations!! He's just a sweetheart. I love a little frosty face! I pray you have many years of happiness together.