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I'm Trio, and I've been designated the spokespup for the Cocker Spaniel Rescue
Forever Foster Program. Like me, the dogs on this page have been in Rescue
for quite a while. Due to our special circumstances, we probably
won't be adopted.
Cocker Spaniel Rescue is committed to our long term care and providing us with a
safe, comfortable and loving home. Most of us have chronic medical
conditions requiring ongoing medical expenses. Of course, CSR would love
to see us go to the right home, but they recognize
that we are probably going live out our lives in our foster homes. You can help CSR care for Forever Fosters through your donations either to the Cocker Spaniel Rescue General Fund, or if you have a special favorite, you can direct your kindness to that specific Cocker Kid. If you would like to talk to me about sponsoring a specific Forever Foster, send me an eMail at Trio3dog@swbell.net To make a contribution, you can mail your tax deductible donation to:
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Cocker Spaniel Rescue's Forever Foster Cocker Kids
Trio has been in rescue almost since birth, over
five years now. Trio underwent five orthopedic surgeries his first two
years of life - three knee repairs and femoral head ostectomies on both
hips. . Consequently people are leary of adopting him, fearing additional
complications. He has developed a bit of arthritis requiring regular
doses of pain medication. Other than a few benign fatty lypomas, Trio
seems perfectly healthy. He has a funny gait but walks and runs well.
His rear legs are a little weak, sometimes giving way if he gets excited.
However, he has compensated by having extremely strong front legs and
chest. Trio is fortunate to have been in the same foster home all his life. He has no idea he is a foster dog. After all these years his foster family is quite fond of him but is still searching for the perfect home for him. Trio is a bit toy aggressive (not good for young kids) but is very respectful of humans. For the most part he gets along well with other dogs unless defending food, toys or other items. He is crate trained and housebroken. CSR spends about $700 or more a year for Trio's immunizations, heartworm preventative and pain medication. This does not include the food and grooming provided by his foster family. Donations in Trio's name can be made to Cocker Spaniel Rescue. |
Einstein, has been
in rescue over a year. He's also known as Peanut around his foster home.
Before rescue, he was living as a stray in a small East Texas town. With colder weather
setting in, neighbors decided to contact Cocker Spaniel Rescue to see if he could
be placed in a forever home. Once the mats
were shaved off (check the before
and after photo)
we realized just how thin he was. Weighing just 14
pounds upon arrival, he now weighs in at over 20 pounds. Einstein is a great
dog
with chronic health issues. He came into rescue
heartworm negative but with a horrible cough. Neutering had to be
postponed several weeks as CRS attempted various forms of treatment to clear up
his cough.
After neutering, his cough returned even worse than before. It's likely a
bout of pneumonia while he was a stray permanently damaged his lungs.
He's very vulnerable to respiratory infections and periodically has to undergo
nebulizer treatments.
He's taking various medications, including a small dose of steroids, boosting his
appetite and causing quite a weight gain.
Right after Christmas 2007, his cough was determinded to be as good as it was going
to get so he was scheduled for
orthopedic surgery to remove a too-long pin in his left rear leg.
The pin must have been for the treatment of an old injury, but the pin began rubbing
against his knee joint and needed to come out. He had his surgery on December
27th and he came through it with flying colors. His cough is no worse than it was
before the surgery and after a few days of limping, he's running an jumping like
nothing ever happened to him. He's been
placed in the Forever Foster Program because of all his medical issues, but
he's a happy, playful, active little guy that's a wonderful companion.
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 Nikki is a pretty silver buff female that
needs a special home. “Nik Nak” as she is known at the cockerinn has had
seizures in the past. She is not on medication as the seizures are rare. Her
foster mother believes that she is handicapped. Her eyes and head are shaped
differently, her tail is always pointed down even when she wags it, she runs
differently, and cannot jump. Nik Nak is a very loving girl, but when she
does not want to be bothered she will bare her teeth. She is housetrained,
gets along with the other dogs, could care less about cats, and wants to have
you in her sight at all times. She needs a kid free environment with someone
who understands what a special girl she is.
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Malcolm is a cancer survivor! Malcolm, our 6-7 year old "prince" of a
cocker spaniel, was diagnosed with "synovial cell sarcoma". The
recommendation was for amputation of Malcolm's right leg in order to
save his life. Malcolm is completely healed from his amputation surgery and life is back to
normal for him. Thankfully, Malcolm's happy personality has not been
affected by his loss of limb. In fact, he seems to run more quickly and is
happier now that the old leg is gone. Again, we thank all of our loyal friends who made this miracle possible. Your support and prayers have been the greatest gift!! |
Think you've had a rough life? Just take one look at Sweetie
and see how rough life can be!
Sweetie lives up to her name because she has the most sweet and
wonderful disposition. She loves to give kisses and is now slowly
recuperating from years of neglect. Presently, she is battling
with demodectic mange. After the passage, her hair has started to return.
You can see the improvement in this picture
where Sweetie is getting into the
Holiday Spirit. She also
had undergone surgery to remove a golf ball sized
benign bladder
stone. It was the largest that the vet had seen. Can you find it in
your heart to make the rest of her life what she so deserves? |
Booker is a darling 4 year old blonde male who almost crossed over
the Rainbow Bridge during heartworm treatment. Booker's will to live, the
love/care given by his foster parents, and the prayers of everyone in Cocker
Rescue helped love him back to life. After surviving that hurdle, he still
faces serious physical challenges. Both knees are luxating, yet he's
not in pain from them nor does this afflection slow him down. He also has
compression of 2 vertebrae and he moans if you have to pick him up.
The vet does not recommend surgery for the back. Booker seems to know his
limits as far as jumping up, but we still try to make things as easy for him
as we can.
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Anatole France, a French Author (1844-1924) once said,
"Until one has loved an animal, a part of one's soul remains
unawakened"Nate is a bubbly blonde male, around 8 years old, that because of his advanced age, back problems and bit of arthritis has joined the Forever Foster Program. |
Look out Boss Hogg, here come the cousins from Hazard County. Bo is a
4-6 year old red male with curly blonde hair and the friendly attitude.
He's just a good 'ol boy, but he's been diagnosed with cancer. He's had an
operation, but the doctors aren't sure if they got it all. For now CSR is
going to give Bo lots of love and we'll do what we can for him while we
wait to see what course Nature is going to take.
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My name is Annie Mae. I'm slow to warm up due to a prior abusive relationship but once I know you won't hurt me
the love will be intense. Because of a bout of cancer, I've been moved to the
Forever Foster Program. I do like to have adventures in walking, wading and climbing.
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Hi, I'm Humphrey and I've been in rescue for a while now. My skin is
as good as new and I'm feeling great. I love EVERYONE. I'm completely house
trained too! I was really sick and diagnosed with autoimmune disease when
rescue found me but they gave me lots of medicines to get me well and I look
and feel terrific. My foster Mom says that I can't have any new vaccinations
so I won't be able to go to boarding or even be groomed by a professional
place. Wow, am I a handful!! I'll need a very special family to call my
own. I just know you're out there waiting for a unique guy like me. I love
to play and am a happy, happy boy. I'd love a forever home to hang my
hat.
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Mr. Adam is a fifteen year old senior cocker who came into rescue
wanting to be loved as he waited to cross the rainbow bridge.Because of no foster spots, he waited patiently in boarding, barely able to lift his head. He was scheduled to be put to sleep to end his suffering. Just then a foster spot opened up and Adam was moved there to be loved during his last days. However, a surprise was in store for everyone at CSR. On the ride to the foster home, Mr. Adam's soul awakened, his deaf ears perked up, his blind eyes had a gleam, his legs regained their strength, and a smile emerged. At his foster home, his depression lifted! He is jokingly called 'Dennis the Menace', getting into mischief but loved as he entered his second puppyhood frolicking with other dogs, chasing the cat, chewing books, bolting down the street and cuddling to give love. This lovable old dog truly shows us that old dogs might have more tricks in them than a six month old puppy. . . if given the chance. |
Meet Sam, a sweet old boy whom a volunteer could not leave behind.Even though he is blind and deaf because of his advanced age, his nose guides him as he strolls around outside ... then to lead him again back to the kitchen, his favorite place to hang his hat. Sammy is a playmate and bedmate of Mr. Adam, another senior citizen at the Cocker Inn. |
Mattie had double ear ablation surgery a little over two years ago.
She still thanks everyone for donating the funds that paid for the procedure.
She is doing wonderfully. She can't hear a thing - but that's OK because
that means her ears are not causing her pain. She is a pretty happy pup as
long as she has "HER" recliner to herself. You know, if the right person
comes along, she wouldn't be a candidate for the forever foster program.
Maybe that's you?
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