I just returned from visiting Joe. First of all I don't think I am going to be able to adopt him. They let me visit with him, but said they had another application that they felt would be approved.
He is a very nice boy with good manners and was extremely laid back. His coat wasn't too bad, although he did have a shaved area, where they had been treating a hot spot. It still had a ways to go before being cleared up. His hips seemed pretty straight when he was sitting. However, when he was standing there was a bit of a tremor in the rear legs, especially the right side. I worry there may be some ortho issues to be dealt with there and hope his new family is prepared for that.
He came from a local family who had five children. Their house burnt a couple weeks ago and they were unable to find somewhere to go and keep Joe. It's obvious that he has been loved.
Anyway that is the update. I'm glad I went to visit, even though it doesn't look like I will be able to bring him home with me.
On a side note the lady told me they had also just received a 2 yo Bernese Mountain Dog. She would not let me see him, because his temperment test was not complete. She asked that I check back on Thursday if I was interested.
