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Benny   

In shelter Dog

Rockville, MD, 20850
Pet name:
Benny
Gender:
Male
Breeds:
Cocker Spaniel
Date:
06/28/2022
Colors:
Black
Size:
Small
Age:
Senior
Coat length:
Medium
Description:
Benny, 10 years old, neutered male, terrier mix, 16lbs, Rear legs paralyzed

Benny is a roughly 10-year old, neutered Terrier mix. He weighs 19 lbs and is good with other dogs.  He is a very sweet boy that has had a rough go at things. Benny arrived unable to walk due to Intervertebral Disk Disease (IVDD). He is also low vision and has chronic dry eyes. He’ll need eye medication the rest of his life. 
The great news is that due to the location of his back injury (middle of his back) he is still able to pee and poo on his own, and he still has feeling in his legs. Also, after a visit with a neurologist, we learned that with medication and therapy, he may be able to walk again someday. He is currently on medication and is already showing some ability to walk! 
Benny is a happy boy!  He barks in excitement when his people come home and when it is meal time. He also enjoys couch time with his people, belly rubs from his people and visitors, and nap time during the day.  He sleeps great through the night. He is fantastic about receiving his eye meds. He also enjoys strolls in his wheelchair!

Our adoption application can be found at
linktr.ee/mirishaven

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